House votes to halt war, rebukes Trump on Iran
We are learning more this Wednesday as the House passed a war powers resolution that aims to halt U.S. military action against Iran. The move comes as a major rebuke to President Donald Trump, as a handful of Republicans joined with Democrats to push for an end to the three-month-long war in the Middle East. House Speaker Mike Johnson had tried to prevent an outcome that would show the mounting opposition to the war, abruptly shutting down floor action two weeks ago when the war powers resolution was on the verge of approval.
We are learning more this Wednesday as the House passed a war powers resolution that aims to halt U.S. military action against Iran. The move comes as a major rebuke to President Donald Trump, as a handful of Republicans joined with Democrats to push for an end to the three-month-long war in the Middle East. House Speaker Mike Johnson had tried to prevent an outcome that would show the mounting opposition to the war, abruptly shutting down floor action two weeks ago when the war powers resolution was on the verge of approval.
Support for same-sex marriage hits new low, poll shows
While more than half of Americans still advocate for same-sex marriage overall support has declined over the last couple of years as attitudes nationwide have shifted, according to a new poll.
While more than half of Americans still advocate for same-sex marriage overall support has declined over the last couple of years as attitudes nationwide have shifted, according to a new poll.
Dan Sullivan vs. Dan Sullivan: Alaska GOP senator claims ballot ‘dirty trick’
Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan has accused Democrats and former Rep. Mary Peltola's campaign of a political "dirty trick" after another candidate named Dan Sullivan qualified for Alaska's Senate primary ballot.
Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan has accused Democrats and former Rep. Mary Peltola's campaign of a political "dirty trick" after another candidate named Dan Sullivan qualified for Alaska's Senate primary ballot.
Trump administration seeks federal grant oversight
The Trump administration is looking to give political appointees more power over federal grants, to ensure they “demonstrably advance” the president's policy priorities.
The Trump administration is looking to give political appointees more power over federal grants, to ensure they “demonstrably advance” the president's policy priorities.
Education Department abandons civil rights focus on Black students
The Department of Education under President Trump is ending generations of addressing inequities for Black students, in some cases withholding federal funds for programs that aim to help them.
The Department of Education under President Trump is ending generations of addressing inequities for Black students, in some cases withholding federal funds for programs that aim to help them.
Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map that favors Republicans
The U.S. Supreme Court intervened on Tuesday to allow Alabama to use a map that was drawn in 2023 and is expected to favor Republican candidates in this fall’s election.
The U.S. Supreme Court intervened on Tuesday to allow Alabama to use a map that was drawn in 2023 and is expected to favor Republican candidates in this fall’s election.
NJ Dems set up challenge against Rep. Tom Kean Jr.
We are learning more as a number of critical primary races are taking place across the county. This includes in New Jersey, where Teresa Priolo with our partners at FOX 5 New York are learning more about the primary in District 7. The AP projects Rebecca Bennett as the winner of the New Jersey Democratic primary. She will face Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. in November, who ran unopposed. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is also speaking with Brent Johnson who covers politics for NJ.com as more results begin to pour in from the Garden State.
We are learning more as a number of critical primary races are taking place across the county. This includes in New Jersey, where Teresa Priolo with our partners at FOX 5 New York are learning more about the primary in District 7. The AP projects Rebecca Bennett as the winner of the New Jersey Democratic primary. She will face Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. in November, who ran unopposed. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is also speaking with Brent Johnson who covers politics for NJ.com as more results begin to pour in from the Garden State.
Trump administration won’t pursue $1.8B “Anti-Weaponization Fund," Acting AG says
The proposed $1.8 billion fund designed to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons is officially dead, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers on Tuesday.
The proposed $1.8 billion fund designed to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons is officially dead, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers on Tuesday.
Dem lawmakers gripe about the 'economic violence' of not being paid to stay home from work when menstruating
Democratic lawmakers said forcing workers to choose between pay and painful periods is "economic violence," backing a new paid menstrual leave bill.
Democratic lawmakers said forcing workers to choose between pay and painful periods is "economic violence," backing a new paid menstrual leave bill.
Federal court rules against transgender military ban
We are learning more this week after an appellate court ruled that the Trump administration violated the constitutional rights of transgender members of the U.S. military by barring them from serving. Writing for the majority, Judge Robert Wilkins, who was nominated to the court by President Barack Obama, claimed the policy "appears to be driven by the bare desire to harm a politically unpopular group: persons who identify as transgender."
We are learning more this week after an appellate court ruled that the Trump administration violated the constitutional rights of transgender members of the U.S. military by barring them from serving. Writing for the majority, Judge Robert Wilkins, who was nominated to the court by President Barack Obama, claimed the policy "appears to be driven by the bare desire to harm a politically unpopular group: persons who identify as transgender."
Suspense in CA governor’s race ahead of Tuesday
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with longtime campaign consultant Rob Stutzman as it appears to be a tight race in California between Democratic front-runner Xavier Becerra and Republican Steven Hilton. Both are looking to succeed current Governor Gavin Newsom. Gov. Newsom is reportedly keeping a close eye on the election process. Just days ahead of the primary, Newsom signed a bill aimed at increasing accountability around the unlawful seizures of ballots.
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with longtime campaign consultant Rob Stutzman as it appears to be a tight race in California between Democratic front-runner Xavier Becerra and Republican Steven Hilton. Both are looking to succeed current Governor Gavin Newsom. Gov. Newsom is reportedly keeping a close eye on the election process. Just days ahead of the primary, Newsom signed a bill aimed at increasing accountability around the unlawful seizures of ballots.
DOJ halts Trump’s $1.8B ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ following court order
The Trump administration’s plan to provide financial compensation to individuals who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons, including those who stormed the U.S. Capitol five years ago, has been put on ice, possibly permanently.
The Trump administration’s plan to provide financial compensation to individuals who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons, including those who stormed the U.S. Capitol five years ago, has been put on ice, possibly permanently.
Trump supports bill ending seasonal clock changes
Lawmakers are considering a move to end seasonal clock changes by November. With President Trump's backing, a new bill could make daylight saving time permanent if Congress acts quickly. This comes after last week, when Florida Republican Rep. Vern Buchanan introduced the language of the Sunshine Protection Act. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about how the legislation could impact your daily routine with Dr. Karin Johnson, the Vice President of ‘Save Standard Time’.
Lawmakers are considering a move to end seasonal clock changes by November. With President Trump's backing, a new bill could make daylight saving time permanent if Congress acts quickly. This comes after last week, when Florida Republican Rep. Vern Buchanan introduced the language of the Sunshine Protection Act. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about how the legislation could impact your daily routine with Dr. Karin Johnson, the Vice President of ‘Save Standard Time’.
USPS proposes requiring states to identify and list mail voters
The USPS has proposed new rules that detail how the Trump administration intends to carry out its contested mail ballot executive order.
The USPS has proposed new rules that detail how the Trump administration intends to carry out its contested mail ballot executive order.
Trump slams Freedom 250 concert dropouts, compares himself to Elvis
With the vast majority of the announced acts having dropped out of this summer’s “The Great American State Fair" at the National Mall, President Donald Trump posted Saturday that he does not want them performing. The president suggested someone else take the stage, someone he says “gets much larger audiences than Elvis in his prime".
With the vast majority of the announced acts having dropped out of this summer’s “The Great American State Fair" at the National Mall, President Donald Trump posted Saturday that he does not want them performing. The president suggested someone else take the stage, someone he says “gets much larger audiences than Elvis in his prime".
Pam Bondi refused to say whether Trump influenced release of Epstein files
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi, who was fired by President Trump in part over her handling of the Epstein files, spent four hours being questioned by lawmakers behind closed doors.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi, who was fired by President Trump in part over her handling of the Epstein files, spent four hours being questioned by lawmakers behind closed doors.
Judge blocks renaming of Kennedy Center after Trump
A federal judge has blocked the two-year closure of the Kennedy Center, and an effort to rename the facility to include President Donald Trump's name.
A federal judge has blocked the two-year closure of the Kennedy Center, and an effort to rename the facility to include President Donald Trump's name.
Payouts from Trump's 'anti-weaponization' settlement fund temporarily blocked
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's administration from paying any claims through a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for the Republican president's allies who believe they were victims of a weaponized government.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's administration from paying any claims through a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for the Republican president's allies who believe they were victims of a weaponized government.
Vance: ‘Progress’ has been made on Iran negotiations
We are now hearing from Vice President JD Vance as the United States military continues to conduct defensive strikes on Iranian targets. This comes as the two nations negotiate a long-term peace deal. During a Cabinet meeting this week, President Donald Trump accused Iranian leaders of trying to "outwait" him and delaying peace talks. However, he also said that Tehran is "negotiating on fumes." Vice President Vance spoke to the media after delivering a U.S. Air Force Academy commencement address in Colorado.
We are now hearing from Vice President JD Vance as the United States military continues to conduct defensive strikes on Iranian targets. This comes as the two nations negotiate a long-term peace deal. During a Cabinet meeting this week, President Donald Trump accused Iranian leaders of trying to "outwait" him and delaying peace talks. However, he also said that Tehran is "negotiating on fumes." Vice President Vance spoke to the media after delivering a U.S. Air Force Academy commencement address in Colorado.
Poll shows Americans’ confidence in US moral values continuing to decline
A new poll shows Americans are more pessimistic than ever about the nation’s moral values, with record numbers rating the values as “poor."
A new poll shows Americans are more pessimistic than ever about the nation’s moral values, with record numbers rating the values as “poor."