Acting director for US intelligence announces new round of job cuts

Bill Pulte, the acting director of ​National Intelligence, announced on social media last week that the agency began a new wave of job cuts, but he declined to provide specific figures on how many positions are being eliminated.

Healthcare fraud recoveries top $5.5 billion despite enforcement slowdown

A new government report reveals that federal oversight efforts recovered billions of dollars in funds, resulting in individuals and companies being banned from federal healthcare programs.

Latest updates from Iran and top political headlines
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Retired Marine Intelligence Officer Hal Kempfer is speaking with LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall as Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz closed after firing a warning shot at a vessel it said used an unauthorized route. This also comes as lawmakers in the United States remember the life and legacy of Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died after what his office described as a "brief and sudden" illness. 

 Lawmakers on Capitol Hill remember Lindsey Graham
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We are learning more this Sunday as fellow elected officials are remembering Sen. Lindsey Graham. Sen. Graham's office released a statement announcing that he died following a "brief and sudden" illness. President Donald Trump called Graham a "true American Patriot" and said his administration is already working on arrangements to honor the longtime senator. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Hans Nichols, a political reporter with Axios, as lawmakers prepare for what comes next after the South Carolina Republican's sudden passing. 

Senator Mitch McConnell breaks silence: 'Mild pneumonia' developed after fall

Sen. Mitch McConnell said he was hospitalized after a fall that resulted in a diagnosis of mild pneumonia, providing the first public explanation for his condition after weeks of speculation.

Sen. McConnell breaks silence after hospitalization
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We are learning more this week as Sen. Mitch McConnell says that a fall led to his ongoing hospitalization. The statement released Sunday marks his first public explanation of his condition after weeks of speculation surrounding his health. McConnell, 84, said in a statement that he has undergone a battery of tests as doctors try to determine what led to his fall. He explained the long silence around his condition by saying that "folks of my generation often hesitate to share the vulnerability that comes with growing older." 

Tributes pour in for late Sen. Lindsey Graham
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LiveNOW’s Anna Marsick is speaking with Dr. Gibbs Knotts, Provost and Professor of Political Science at Coastal Carolina University, as we learn more about the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham. The South Carolina Republican died at the age of 71 following a "brief and sudden" illness. His office said his family "appreciates prayers at this time and asks for privacy during this incredibly difficult period." 

US Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., has died at the age of 71.  Graham's office released a statement early Sunday morning saying he died following a "brief and sudden" illness.

US Sen. Lindsey Graham remembered as an 'American patriot'

Fellow elected officials and world leaders are remembering Sen. Lindsey Graham as a dedicated public servant and fighter for world peace.

Maine Dems scramble to replace U.S. Senate candidate
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Politico's Aaron Pellish joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss what comes next for Maine Democrats after U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner withdrew from the race amid sexual assault allegations. 

Trump admin. subpoenas New York Times journalists
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LiveNow's Austin Westfall and Associated Press reporter Will Weissert discuss the top stories out of the White House this week, including the latest U.S. strikes against Iran, President Trump's administrating subpoenaing journalists from The New York Times, and construction at the White House. 

Trump administration to allow drilling, mining on critical wildlife habitats

The Trump administration is rolling back more protections under the Endangered Species Act with a new policy that will allow drilling, mining and logging on critical wildlife habitats.

Ro Khanna claims Israeli settlers detained him during West Bank visit

Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., says he and members of his congressional delegation were detained by armed Israeli settlers while visiting the West Bank near the Palestinian village of Khirbet Zanuta.

GOP puts WNBA 'on notice' after recent treatment of star player Caitlin Clark

House Republican Study Committee members sent a letter to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Englebert claiming that the league has not consistently addressed physical contact involving Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.