VIdeo: US seizes Iranian oil tanker
Overnight, U.S. forces seized an Iranian leaked sanctioned stateless vessel in the Indian Ocean. Officials say the ship was carrying Iranian oil and the operation happened in the INDOPACOM area. U.S. officials say they will keep targeting illicit networks at sea and intercept vessels supporting Iran wherever they operate. They add that international waters will not shield sanctioned actors and say efforts will continue to restrict their ability to operate.
Overnight, U.S. forces seized an Iranian leaked sanctioned stateless vessel in the Indian Ocean. Officials say the ship was carrying Iranian oil and the operation happened in the INDOPACOM area. U.S. officials say they will keep targeting illicit networks at sea and intercept vessels supporting Iran wherever they operate. They add that international waters will not shield sanctioned actors and say efforts will continue to restrict their ability to operate.
Senate passes DHS budget plan
The Senate moved early Thursday to begin a new push to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, approving a budget plan that would fund ICE and Border Patrol despite Democratic opposition and sending the measure to the House.
The Senate moved early Thursday to begin a new push to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, approving a budget plan that would fund ICE and Border Patrol despite Democratic opposition and sending the measure to the House.
Senate passes DHS budget plan
The Senate moved early Thursday to begin a new push to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, approving a budget plan that would fund ICE and Border Patrol despite Democratic opposition and sending the measure to the House.
The Senate moved early Thursday to begin a new push to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, approving a budget plan that would fund ICE and Border Patrol despite Democratic opposition and sending the measure to the House.
Virginia judge blocks redistricting referendum
Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, the executive director of the George Washington University's Graduate School of Political Management, joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to discuss the legal challenges that Virginia's redistricting plan is facing.
Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, the executive director of the George Washington University's Graduate School of Political Management, joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to discuss the legal challenges that Virginia's redistricting plan is facing.
Iran's leadership 'seriously fractured,' Trump says
The American Enterprise Institute's Michael Rubin joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to discuss the latest in the Middle East as U.S.-Iran talks remain stalled.
The American Enterprise Institute's Michael Rubin joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to discuss the latest in the Middle East as U.S.-Iran talks remain stalled.
Trump weighs consequences for some NATO allies over Iran war
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss new reporting from Politico, which notes President Donald Trump is weighing consequences for some NATO allies who didn't back the war in Iran.
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss new reporting from Politico, which notes President Donald Trump is weighing consequences for some NATO allies who didn't back the war in Iran.
John Phelan out as Navy secretary as Iran blockade continues
The secretary of the U.S. Navy "is departing the administration, effective immediately," the Pentagon announced on Wednesday. Associated Press reporter Konstantin Toropin joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss.
The secretary of the U.S. Navy "is departing the administration, effective immediately," the Pentagon announced on Wednesday. Associated Press reporter Konstantin Toropin joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss.
TX Gov. Abbott slams Houston over ICE policy
Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) slammed the city of Houston over it's passed, then-amended policy regarding ICE agents. The city voted to change the policy after Abbott threatened state funding.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) slammed the city of Houston over it's passed, then-amended policy regarding ICE agents. The city voted to change the policy after Abbott threatened state funding.
D4vd arrest: Teen victim's cause of death released
The cause of death for Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the teenager whose remains were discovered in a car registered to singer D4vd at a tow yard, was released Wednesday.The 14-year-old’s death has been officially ruled a homicide. TMZ’s Branson Quirke joined LiveNOW’s Mike Pache to discuss the latest details.
The cause of death for Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the teenager whose remains were discovered in a car registered to singer D4vd at a tow yard, was released Wednesday.The 14-year-old’s death has been officially ruled a homicide. TMZ’s Branson Quirke joined LiveNOW’s Mike Pache to discuss the latest details.
Teen pleads not guilty in stepsister's cruise death
We are now learning that Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, during a family cruise vacation, has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. This new information comes from recently released court records. Kepner, 18, was found dead in her cabin on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship on November 7, 2025. According to our partners at FOX 35 Orlando, records in an unrelated case indicate Kepner was found wrapped in a blanket under the bed. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is learning the latest on this case from FOX 35’s Esther Bower.
We are now learning that Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, during a family cruise vacation, has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. This new information comes from recently released court records. Kepner, 18, was found dead in her cabin on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship on November 7, 2025. According to our partners at FOX 35 Orlando, records in an unrelated case indicate Kepner was found wrapped in a blanket under the bed. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is learning the latest on this case from FOX 35’s Esther Bower.
Two CIA agents killed in Mexico after drug bust
We are learning more as Mexico’s president is demanding answers after a crash killed two U.S. officials tied to a cartel-related operation. Reports indicate that the incident could reveal conflicting accounts over American involvement inside the country. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with former federal prosecutor, Neama Rahmani, as President Claudia Sheinbaum said her administration was not informed of any U.S. presence during the alleged operation.
We are learning more as Mexico’s president is demanding answers after a crash killed two U.S. officials tied to a cartel-related operation. Reports indicate that the incident could reveal conflicting accounts over American involvement inside the country. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with former federal prosecutor, Neama Rahmani, as President Claudia Sheinbaum said her administration was not informed of any U.S. presence during the alleged operation.
White House weighs $500M Spirit Airlines bailout
The Trump administration is currently considering a $500 million rescue package for Spirit Airlines as the carrier teeters on the brink of collapse. LiveNOW's Anna Marsick discussed the potential deal with Nick Ewen, from The Points Guy.
The Trump administration is currently considering a $500 million rescue package for Spirit Airlines as the carrier teeters on the brink of collapse. LiveNOW's Anna Marsick discussed the potential deal with Nick Ewen, from The Points Guy.
Press Secretary Leavitt takes questions on Iran
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt took questions from reporters on Iran Wednesday.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt took questions from reporters on Iran Wednesday.
Virginia voters approve redistricting measure
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a congressional redistricting plan that could give Democrats up to four additional House seats. Kyle Kondik with the UVA Center for Politics joins LiveNOW's Christina Evans to break down the latest.
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a congressional redistricting plan that could give Democrats up to four additional House seats. Kyle Kondik with the UVA Center for Politics joins LiveNOW's Christina Evans to break down the latest.
Bodies of 3 kids found in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis Police give an update after the remains of three children were found in a wooded area.
Memphis Police give an update after the remains of three children were found in a wooded area.
Trump: 8 Iranian protesters won't be executed
President Trump announced via Truth Social Wednesday that Iran will not execute eight woman accused of being involved in protests against the regime as previously planned. He said four of them will be released immediately while the other four will be sentenced to one month in prison.
President Trump announced via Truth Social Wednesday that Iran will not execute eight woman accused of being involved in protests against the regime as previously planned. He said four of them will be released immediately while the other four will be sentenced to one month in prison.
Takeaways from the Virginia redistricting vote
LiveNOW's Ryan Schmelz breaks down the Virginia redistricting vote with the Washington Examiner's Lauren Green.
LiveNOW's Ryan Schmelz breaks down the Virginia redistricting vote with the Washington Examiner's Lauren Green.
GA Democrat Rep. David Scott dies at 80
U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died. He was 80. Scott, who was seeking his 13th term in Congress despite challenges from within his party, was once a leading voice for his party on issues related to farm aid policy and food aid for consumers and a prominent Black member of the party’s moderate Blue Dog caucus.
U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died. He was 80. Scott, who was seeking his 13th term in Congress despite challenges from within his party, was once a leading voice for his party on issues related to farm aid policy and food aid for consumers and a prominent Black member of the party’s moderate Blue Dog caucus.
House Democrats react to Virginia redistricting vote
House Democrats hold a news conference after Virginia voters approved a redistricting plan that could give them four more House seats.
House Democrats hold a news conference after Virginia voters approved a redistricting plan that could give them four more House seats.
Virginia voters approve redistricting plan
Virginia voters went to the polls on Tuesday, approving a new redistricting plan that could give several extra U.S. House seats to Democrats. Nathaniel Rakich, Votebeat's Managing Editor spoke with LiveNOW's Christy Matino to discuss the potential impacts.
Virginia voters went to the polls on Tuesday, approving a new redistricting plan that could give several extra U.S. House seats to Democrats. Nathaniel Rakich, Votebeat's Managing Editor spoke with LiveNOW's Christy Matino to discuss the potential impacts.