Jan 24 Target says it is ending its DEI goals and programs, citing an 'evolving external landscape' By Anne D'Innocenzio, Associated Press Discount store chain Target said Friday that it would join rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that have come under attack from conservative activists and, as of this… Continue reading
Jan 24 WATCH: Trump speaks about his decision to end Dr. Fauci's federal security detail By Will Weissert, Zeke Miller, Associated Press Fauci is the latest in a string of former Trump aides-turned-critics to see their federal protection canceled despite ongoing threats to their lives. Continue reading
Jan 24 What to expect in Florida's special congressional primaries By Robert Yoon, Associated Press Control of the U.S. House isn’t on the line in Tuesday’s special congressional primaries in Florida, but Republicans are still eager to find replacements for former GOP Reps. Matt Gaetz and Michael Waltz to add some breathing room to their… Continue reading
Jan 24 What to know about the legal battle over Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship By Gene Johnson, Mike Catalini, Associated Press Trump's executive order denying U.S. citizenship to the children of parents living in the country illegally has faced the first of what will be many legal tests. Here are some things to know about the judge's decision and the lawsuits… Continue reading
Jan 24 WATCH: Trump says he's considering 'getting rid of' FEMA during briefing in North Carolina By Will Weissert, Chris Megerian, Associated Press Speaking while on the first trip of his second term, Trump made the comment in North Carolina during a briefing on the monthslong recovery from Hurricane Helene. Continue reading
Jan 24 Trump criticizes California water policy before touring LA fire damage By Amy Taxin, Associated Press President Donald Trump has used social media and interviews to accuse the state of sending too much water to the Pacific Ocean instead of south toward Los Angeles and highlighted how some hydrants ran dry in the early hours of… Continue reading
Jan 24 WATCH: Senate narrowly confirms Pete Hegseth as Trump's defense secretary By Lisa Mascaro, Mary Clare Jalonick, Farnoush Amiri, Associated Press The Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth as the nation's defense secretary late Friday in a dramatic tie-breaking vote, swatting back questions about his qualifications to lead the Pentagon amid allegations of heavy drinking and aggressive behavior toward women. Continue reading
Jan 24 WATCH: Trump, Vance and Johnson give remarks at March for Life rally in D.C. By Gary Fields, Christine Fernando, Ashraf Khalil, Associated Press “We will again stand proudly for families and for life,” Trump declared in a pre-recorded video address. Vance hailed Trump’s previous actions on abortion, saying the president “delivered on his promise of ending Roe" and appointed hundreds of anti-abortion judges. Continue reading
Jan 23 What does the health and human services secretary do? By Angela Mattie, The Conversation The secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, or HHS, plays a significant role in every American’s access to health care and in the nation’s overall well-being. Continue reading
Jan 23 Watch 4:50 Trump lays out demands in virtual reintroduction to world stage By Lisa Desjardins, Solveig Rennan President Trump took his first major foray on the world stage with a virtual speech with business leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Lisa Desjardins reports. Continue watching