Swalwell, Gonzales resignation letters read aloud
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Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA) and Rep. Tony Gonzalez (R-TX) have both officially resigned from Congress as the House clerk read off both of their resignations letters Tuesday. 

Senate leadership remarks amid Iran conflict
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Senators from both sides of the aisle deliver remarks on Iran conflict and DHS funding Tuesday.  

Sen. Gallego on his relationship with Eric Swalwell
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Arizona Sen. Ruben Gallego discusses the sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell. "He lied to all of us...I believe the women 100%," said Gallego. 

Eric Swalwell Accuser Speaks out
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An accuser of Rep. Eric Swalwell spoke to the media with her attorneys in Beverly Hills, CA Tuesday. In a statement on X, Swalwell apologized for "mistakes in judgment" he's made in the past and said he'd fight the "serious, false allegation" made against him. 

US hosts historical talks between Lebanon & Israel
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke briefly ahead talks between Lebanon and Israel. Rubio is hosting world leaders in Washington, D.C. 

House Speaker Johnson Hosts Holocaust Survivors
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House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) hosts Holocaust survivors at the U.S. Capitol on Holocaust Remembrance Day. 

Israel, Lebanon to hold diplomatic talks in U.S.
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Lebanon and Israel are set to hold their first direct diplomatic talks in more than 30 years. The talks are aimed at preparing negotiations to resolve Israel's conflict with the Lebanese militia Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran. The meeting will be held at the U.S. State Department in Washington D.C. Hezbollah has said it will not abide by any agreements that may result from the talks.

Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Enters Second Day
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The U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz entered its second day Tuesday. Geopolitical Strategist Aarathi Krishnan discusses the legalities and international implications. 

Israel, Lebanon meeting in D.C. Tuesday
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is hosting Israeli and Lebanese officials in Washington, D.C. in an effort to reach a peace agreement. Seth Frantzman with the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies weighs in. 

Pope Leo says he has 'no fear' of the Trump admin
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President Donald Trump has recently criticized Pope Leo XIV on social media over what appears to be differences related to the ongoing conflict in Iran. "Pope Leo is WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy," Trump began in a lengthy post. "I have no fear of the Trump administration," Pope Leo told reporters in response. White House reporter Sophia Cai, co-author of West Wing Playbook at POLITICO, joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss this story and the latest White House headlines. 

'Whisper network' on Cap Hill sounded alarm on Swalwell
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Politico reporter Jeremy White joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss his reporting about who on Capitol Hill may have previously known about the sexual misconduct and assault allegations against Rep. Swalwell (D-CA), and how the women who came forward brought the "whisper network" to light. Swalwell suspended his campaign for California governor and announced his resignation from Congress after on Monday. 

Trump warns 'quick and brutal' end for Iranian ships
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The U.S. Central Command is currently working to maintain a blockade of all Iranian ports starting Monday. This follows President Donald Trump's Sunday announcement that the Navy would restrict all maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The decision comes after weekend ceasefire negotiations with Iran failed to progress. Maritime analyst Sal Mercogliano joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the potential consequences should the Strait of Hormuz stay closed to Iranian vessels. 

Rep. Swalwell resignation comes amid misconduct claims
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LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Alexei Koseff, a Staff writer for the San Francisco Chronicle, as Congressman Eric Swalwell announces he is resigning from his seat as representative of California's 14th congressional district. The announcement comes just days after the Chronicle reported on allegations against the sitting Congressman. Reports indicate that the House Ethics Committee had begun an investigation into whether Swalwell engaged in sexual misconduct. 

Rep. Gonzales to retire after staffer affair admission
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We are now hearing that Republican Tony Gonzales of Texas will retire from Congress amid bipartisan calls to expel him. The Congressman from Texas has already announced that he would not seek reelection after admitting to an affair with a staff member. Reporting from the Associated Press indicates that Republican leaders in the House had called on Gonzales to not seek reelection. 

Senate Democrats push for vote to end Iran war
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Democratic Senators Jeff Merkley of Oregon, Kirsten Gillibrand of New York, Chris Van Hollen of Maryland, Mark Kelly of Arizona, Raphael Warnock of Georgia, and Andy Kim of New Jersey are now joining Cory Booker of New Jersey, Tim Kaine of Virginia, Chris Murphy of Connecticut, Adam Schiff of California, Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin, and Tammy Duckworth of Illinois in filing a new wave of war powers resolutions related to ongoing conflict against Iran. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer recently said Democrats will again force a vote on a war powers resolution. 

US military blocks Iranian ports after ceasefire talks
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We are watching the Middle East this week after President Donald Trump announced Sunday that the Navy would block any ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz. This comes after ceasefire talks with Iran stalled in Pakistan over the weekend. President Trump recently took to social media to post an update on the U.S. blockade on the Strait of Hormuz. LiveNOW's Mike Pache is speaking with Major General (Ret.) Bob Dees, a US-Israeli Affairs Expert, about the escalating war and the potential for future conflict in the region. 

Anna Kepner stepbrother charged with murder in Florida
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We are now learning that Anna Kepner's 16-year-old stepbrother has been charged with first-degree murder. According to the U.S. Attorney's Office, this comes after the 18-year-old Florida teenager was found dead aboard Carnival's Horizon cruise ship during a family vacation in November 2025. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Marie Edinger from our partners at FOX 35 Orlando as prosecutors now say Kepner's stepbrother is accused of sexually abusing her before her death. 

Anthropic 'Claude Mythos' model sparks AI doomsday fears
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Anthropic has triggered alarm bells by touting the terrifying capabilities of “Claude Mythos” – with executives warning that the new AI model is so dangerous it would cause a wave of catastrophic hacks and terror attacks if released to the wider public.

Trump takes questions while accepting Doordash order
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Pres. Trump took questions from reporters on a range of topics after he accepted an order of McDonald's from Doordash outside the Oval Office.