Trump announces 25% tariff on Iran-trading nations
We are getting more information tonight as President Donald Trump announces what he described as an immediate trade order targeting Iran and its global partners. In a post shared on Monday on social media, President Trump said countries that continue to do business with the Islamic Republic of Iran would be hit with a 25% tariff on all trade with the United States. The announcement comes as tensions increase with Iran as the country entered its fourteenth day of large-scale protests and unrest in which hundreds of people have reportedly been killed.
We are getting more information tonight as President Donald Trump announces what he described as an immediate trade order targeting Iran and its global partners. In a post shared on Monday on social media, President Trump said countries that continue to do business with the Islamic Republic of Iran would be hit with a 25% tariff on all trade with the United States. The announcement comes as tensions increase with Iran as the country entered its fourteenth day of large-scale protests and unrest in which hundreds of people have reportedly been killed.
State of Minnesota sues Trump admin in attempt to end ICE surge
The State of Minnesota and the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the recent ICE surge in the Twin Cities.
The State of Minnesota and the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the recent ICE surge in the Twin Cities.
Bill introduced to make Greenland 51st state
Rep. Randy Fine, who introduced the bill on Monday, said he wants the U.S. to acquire Greenland voluntarily.
Rep. Randy Fine, who introduced the bill on Monday, said he wants the U.S. to acquire Greenland voluntarily.
Minnesota sues Trump admin to halt ICE enforcement
We are learning more on Monday as the state of Minnesota and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul announced that they are suing the federal government to stop an influx of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents following the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman. The lawsuit comes alongside a request for a temporary restraining order to halt the enforcement action or limit the operation. Mayor of Minneapolis, Jacob Frey, spoke alongside other local and state officials including Keith Ellison, Minnesota's Attorney General.
We are learning more on Monday as the state of Minnesota and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul announced that they are suing the federal government to stop an influx of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents following the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman. The lawsuit comes alongside a request for a temporary restraining order to halt the enforcement action or limit the operation. Mayor of Minneapolis, Jacob Frey, spoke alongside other local and state officials including Keith Ellison, Minnesota's Attorney General.
Sen. Mark Kelly sues Pentagon over demotion threat
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona sued the Pentagon over attempts to punish him for his warnings about illegal orders. “The First Amendment forbids the government and its officials from punishing disfavored expression or retaliating against protected speech,” his lawsuit says. “That prohibition applies with particular force to legislators speaking on matters of public policy.” Sen. Kelly released a statement on Monday. This comes after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth censured Sen. Kelly last week.
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona sued the Pentagon over attempts to punish him for his warnings about illegal orders. “The First Amendment forbids the government and its officials from punishing disfavored expression or retaliating against protected speech,” his lawsuit says. “That prohibition applies with particular force to legislators speaking on matters of public policy.” Sen. Kelly released a statement on Monday. This comes after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth censured Sen. Kelly last week.
More Americans identify as political independents than ever, poll finds
The shift in people leaning towards this political group reached a new high last year based on findings from a new poll.
The shift in people leaning towards this political group reached a new high last year based on findings from a new poll.
Sec. Noem says DHS sending 'hundreds more' ICE agents to Minnesota
Sec. Kristi Noem says hundreds more ICE agents will be headed to Minnesota on Sunday and Monday as part of a probe into fraud in the state.
Sec. Kristi Noem says hundreds more ICE agents will be headed to Minnesota on Sunday and Monday as part of a probe into fraud in the state.
FULL: Trump on AF1, talks ExxonMobil, Venezuela, Iran
President Donald Trump addressed reporters as he returned to the White House from Florida this Sunday evening. A major topic was the Senate's recent action to advance a resolution that would restrict the President's authority to conduct additional military strikes against Venezuela. We have also heard new information from Trump officials suggesting that military action remains an option for securing Greenland, an Arctic territory rich in resources where the U.S. already has a military base.
President Donald Trump addressed reporters as he returned to the White House from Florida this Sunday evening. A major topic was the Senate's recent action to advance a resolution that would restrict the President's authority to conduct additional military strikes against Venezuela. We have also heard new information from Trump officials suggesting that military action remains an option for securing Greenland, an Arctic territory rich in resources where the U.S. already has a military base.
Trump admin latest: Venezuela, Cuba, economy speech
AP political reporter Will Weissert is speaking with LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi about top headlines coming from the White House this week. This includes the news that the Senate recently advanced a resolution that would limit President Donald Trump’s ability to launch additional strikes against Venezuela. We are also learning more after comments by Trump officials indicated that military action wasn’t off the table to capture Greenland, the resource-rich Arctic territory where the U.S. already has a military base.
AP political reporter Will Weissert is speaking with LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi about top headlines coming from the White House this week. This includes the news that the Senate recently advanced a resolution that would limit President Donald Trump’s ability to launch additional strikes against Venezuela. We are also learning more after comments by Trump officials indicated that military action wasn’t off the table to capture Greenland, the resource-rich Arctic territory where the U.S. already has a military base.
Trump: Oil companies have 'total safety' in Venezuela
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to break down President Trump promising oil companies "total safety" in Venezuela. Trump met with oil company executives from all over the world on Friday as the U.S. continues to seize oil tankers from other countries.
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to break down President Trump promising oil companies "total safety" in Venezuela. Trump met with oil company executives from all over the world on Friday as the U.S. continues to seize oil tankers from other countries.
President Trump eyes $1.5 trillion defense budget
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss President Trump's push for an increased defense budget of $1.5 trillion.
National security analyst Hal Kempfer joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss President Trump's push for an increased defense budget of $1.5 trillion.
Trump, Thune had 'spirited' talk over Venezuela vote
Politico congressional reporter Jordain Carney joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss her reporting that Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) and President Trump had a "spirited" conversation over the Senate Venezuela war powers resolution vote. The U.S. conducted strikes against Venezuela and captured Nicolas Maduro last weekend. The operation occurred without members of Congress being notified beforehand.
Politico congressional reporter Jordain Carney joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss her reporting that Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) and President Trump had a "spirited" conversation over the Senate Venezuela war powers resolution vote. The U.S. conducted strikes against Venezuela and captured Nicolas Maduro last weekend. The operation occurred without members of Congress being notified beforehand.
Trump promises oil companies 'total safety' in Venezuela
The Washington Examiner's Christian Datoc joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss President Donald Trump's meeting with oil companies at the White House and protests in Iran.
The Washington Examiner's Christian Datoc joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss President Donald Trump's meeting with oil companies at the White House and protests in Iran.
Trump takes questions outside the White House
President Donald Trump took questions from reporters Friday in Washington D.C. before boarding Air Force One to Florida. He spoke on what he called a "great" meeting with oil executives at the White House. The president is expected to spend the weekend at Mar-a-Lago.
President Donald Trump took questions from reporters Friday in Washington D.C. before boarding Air Force One to Florida. He spoke on what he called a "great" meeting with oil executives at the White House. The president is expected to spend the weekend at Mar-a-Lago.
Minnesota AG's office on deadly ICE shooting
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty are holding a news conference on the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty are holding a news conference on the fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis.
Trump seeks diplomatic wins from Venezuela, Greenland
We are learning more after the U.S. Senate advanced a War Powers resolution with a 52–47 vote, with the aim of limiting further military action against Venezuela without congressional approval. As tensions in South America seemingly continue to escalate, LiveNOW's Austin Westfall is joined by retired Marine Intelligence Officer Hal Kempfer to discuss the latest. We are also learning more after a report from Reuters that says U.S. officials are discussing giving every Greenland resident a lump-sum payment of about 10,000 to 100,000 dollars.
We are learning more after the U.S. Senate advanced a War Powers resolution with a 52–47 vote, with the aim of limiting further military action against Venezuela without congressional approval. As tensions in South America seemingly continue to escalate, LiveNOW's Austin Westfall is joined by retired Marine Intelligence Officer Hal Kempfer to discuss the latest. We are also learning more after a report from Reuters that says U.S. officials are discussing giving every Greenland resident a lump-sum payment of about 10,000 to 100,000 dollars.
BREAKING: House passes bill to extend ACA subsidies
We are now learning that the House has voted to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies that were set to expire at the end of 2025. Following the passage of the American Rescue Plan Act in 2021, Congress temporarily increased the tax credits available to individuals who buy health insurance through the ACA Marketplace. Minority Leader of the U.S House of Representatives, Hakeem Jeffries, spoke to reporters in Washington, D.C. after the vote took place.
We are now learning that the House has voted to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies that were set to expire at the end of 2025. Following the passage of the American Rescue Plan Act in 2021, Congress temporarily increased the tax credits available to individuals who buy health insurance through the ACA Marketplace. Minority Leader of the U.S House of Representatives, Hakeem Jeffries, spoke to reporters in Washington, D.C. after the vote took place.
Trump to meet with oil executives about Venezuela
President Donald Trump is set to meet with oil executives at the White House on Friday following the arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. FOX's Chelsea Torres joins LiveNOW's Christina Evans with the latest details.
President Donald Trump is set to meet with oil executives at the White House on Friday following the arrest of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro. FOX's Chelsea Torres joins LiveNOW's Christina Evans with the latest details.
Where does the balance of power stand in the House?
California Rep. Doug LaMalfa's death shrinks House Republicans' majority to 218-213, following Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation. Dr. Casey Burgat at The George Washington University breaks down where the House majority stands with LiveNOW's Christina Evans.
California Rep. Doug LaMalfa's death shrinks House Republicans' majority to 218-213, following Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation. Dr. Casey Burgat at The George Washington University breaks down where the House majority stands with LiveNOW's Christina Evans.
DHS Sec. Noem on immigration operations
Homeland Security Kristi Noem holds a press conference to discuss President Donald Trump’s ongoing operations to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens in New York City.
Homeland Security Kristi Noem holds a press conference to discuss President Donald Trump’s ongoing operations to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens in New York City.