Dueling Dan Sullivans? Alaska blocks 'sham' candidate from ballot after name confusion drama
Alaska election officials on Monday ruled that a U.S. Senate candidate with the same name and party affiliation as Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan is ineligible to appear on the state’s August primary ballot.
Alaska election officials on Monday ruled that a U.S. Senate candidate with the same name and party affiliation as Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan is ineligible to appear on the state’s August primary ballot.
Trump won’t back FISA renewal unless Save America Act passed too
A key – but controversial – surveillance tool used by the U.S. government to prevent terror attacks and catch foreign spies expired Friday and now faces an additional obstacle to being renewed.
A key – but controversial – surveillance tool used by the U.S. government to prevent terror attacks and catch foreign spies expired Friday and now faces an additional obstacle to being renewed.
These 11 upcoming Supreme Court decisions could make or break Trump's second term agenda
As the Supreme Court enters the final stretch of its term, a flood of closely watched decisions could determine not only the fate of several of President Donald Trump’s key policy priorities but also the scope of presidential authority for years to come.
As the Supreme Court enters the final stretch of its term, a flood of closely watched decisions could determine not only the fate of several of President Donald Trump’s key policy priorities but also the scope of presidential authority for years to come.
Pres. Trump announces US-Iran deal to end ongoing war
We are now learning, according to a social media post from President Donald Trump that, "the Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete." Trump went on to say, "I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade." Trump added, "Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!" The major announcement came just hours before a UFC event at the White House marking Trump's 80th birthday and celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary.
We are now learning, according to a social media post from President Donald Trump that, "the Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete." Trump went on to say, "I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade." Trump added, "Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!" The major announcement came just hours before a UFC event at the White House marking Trump's 80th birthday and celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary.
Trump pushes for peace deal as Tehran signals delays
With a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran potentially closer than ever, questions now turn to the particulars of the agreement and what those are. In a social media post made this weekend, President Donald Trump said Iran has given up the prospects of obtaining a nuclear weapon, whether by developing one, purchasing it, or through other means. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning the latest on the ongoing Iran war with Caitlin Doornbos, a Washington correspondent with the New York Post.
With a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran potentially closer than ever, questions now turn to the particulars of the agreement and what those are. In a social media post made this weekend, President Donald Trump said Iran has given up the prospects of obtaining a nuclear weapon, whether by developing one, purchasing it, or through other means. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning the latest on the ongoing Iran war with Caitlin Doornbos, a Washington correspondent with the New York Post.
Sen. Mitch McConnell taken to the hospital
Senator Mitch McConnell was taken to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to his office.
Senator Mitch McConnell was taken to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to his office.
Judge orders Trump administration to restore changes made to US park exhibits
A judge ordered the Trump administration to restore exhibits at museums, parks and landmarks that were removed because the administration thought they “inappropriately disparage Americans past or living.”
A judge ordered the Trump administration to restore exhibits at museums, parks and landmarks that were removed because the administration thought they “inappropriately disparage Americans past or living.”
Americans split into 9 political groups in new research: Where do you fit in?
New research casts a wider net on Americans' “deeply divided” political views, suggesting that they really fall within nine political groups, not two major political parties.
New research casts a wider net on Americans' “deeply divided” political views, suggesting that they really fall within nine political groups, not two major political parties.
Trump nominates Jay Clayton to serve as Director of National Intelligence
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he is nominating Jay Clayton to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence, selecting the former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman and current U.S. attorney for the southern District of New York to lead the nation's intelligence community.
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he is nominating Jay Clayton to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence, selecting the former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman and current U.S. attorney for the southern District of New York to lead the nation's intelligence community.
Lawsuit targets Trump administration’s anti-DEI federal contract policies
States have filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion mandates for federal contracts. The attorneys general argue that this act forces contractors to interpret what activities may be penalized.
States have filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion mandates for federal contracts. The attorneys general argue that this act forces contractors to interpret what activities may be penalized.
High-profile primaries ahead of the 2026 midterms
We are learning more this Wednesday after major elections in Tuesday's high-profile primaries in Maine and South Carolina. Platner will now face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a key race before the midterm elections. We are also learning the latest from solidly red South Carolina, where Trump-backed Sen. Lindsey Graham won the GOP primary for Senate and will avoid a runoff against a primary challenger. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is learning more about this week’s results and what to look forward to before the midterm elections with political analyst, Brian Sobel.
We are learning more this Wednesday after major elections in Tuesday's high-profile primaries in Maine and South Carolina. Platner will now face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a key race before the midterm elections. We are also learning the latest from solidly red South Carolina, where Trump-backed Sen. Lindsey Graham won the GOP primary for Senate and will avoid a runoff against a primary challenger. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is learning more about this week’s results and what to look forward to before the midterm elections with political analyst, Brian Sobel.
Restaurant owner faces backlash after saying he’d prefer to hire men over women
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
Study that finds no benefits from alcohol left out of US health guidelines
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.
Primary results from Maine, South Carolina, Nevada
LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Nathan Gonzales, the editor & publisher of Inside Elections, as Graham Platner on Tuesday captured the Democratic Party's Senate nomination for the state of Maine. Platner, a military combat veteran and oyster farmer, defeated two longshot rivals in Maine's Democratic Senate primary, the Associated Press reports. We are also getting the latest updates from key primary races in states like Nevada and South Carolina.
LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Nathan Gonzales, the editor & publisher of Inside Elections, as Graham Platner on Tuesday captured the Democratic Party's Senate nomination for the state of Maine. Platner, a military combat veteran and oyster farmer, defeated two longshot rivals in Maine's Democratic Senate primary, the Associated Press reports. We are also getting the latest updates from key primary races in states like Nevada and South Carolina.
Trump takes questions on Iran after NBA Finals in NY
President Donald Trump made history as the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game. Trump previously shared that he was excited to watch his beloved New York Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs. After attending the NBA Finals game in New York, Trump spoke to reporters about the ongoing conflict with Iran and the most recent updates from the war.
President Donald Trump made history as the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game. Trump previously shared that he was excited to watch his beloved New York Knicks face the San Antonio Spurs. After attending the NBA Finals game in New York, Trump spoke to reporters about the ongoing conflict with Iran and the most recent updates from the war.
LA mayor's race: Incumbent Karen Bass to face Nithya Raman in runoff, AP projects
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and City Councilmember Nithya Raman have advanced from the primary election to face off in the November general election.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and City Councilmember Nithya Raman have advanced from the primary election to face off in the November general election.
FBI fires analysts linked to controversial 'Catholic ideology' memo
Several FBI analysts tied to the creation of a 2023 memo warning of a potential threat from Catholic “violent extremists" were fired by the agency The dismissals reignited a political battle over allegations that federal law enforcement targeted religious conservatives.
Several FBI analysts tied to the creation of a 2023 memo warning of a potential threat from Catholic “violent extremists" were fired by the agency The dismissals reignited a political battle over allegations that federal law enforcement targeted religious conservatives.
Judge rejects Trump administration policy impacting immigrants from 39 countries
A federal judge struck down a Trump administration immigration policy imposed against 39 nations following the shooting of two National Guard members in 2025.
A federal judge struck down a Trump administration immigration policy imposed against 39 nations following the shooting of two National Guard members in 2025.
Bob Packwood, former Oregon senator who resigned after scandal, dies
Bob Packwood, a former Oregon Republican senator whose career ended after multiple allegations of sexual harassment, has died at 93.
Bob Packwood, a former Oregon Republican senator whose career ended after multiple allegations of sexual harassment, has died at 93.
Murder charge dropped for Arkansas sheriff nominee
We are now learning that a candidate who is in the running to be the sheriff of an Arkansas county, will not be facing murder charges in the death of his daughter’s alleged abuser. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Andrew Demillo the Editor-In-Chief of the Arkansas Advocate as court documents show Spencer admitted to shooting and killing Michael Fosler, who was charged with sexually abusing his daughter.
We are now learning that a candidate who is in the running to be the sheriff of an Arkansas county, will not be facing murder charges in the death of his daughter’s alleged abuser. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Andrew Demillo the Editor-In-Chief of the Arkansas Advocate as court documents show Spencer admitted to shooting and killing Michael Fosler, who was charged with sexually abusing his daughter.