Speaker Johnson, House GOP speak on 36th day of government shutdown
House Speaker Mike Johnson and House GOP leadership gave a news conference amid the ongoing government shutdown which entered a record-breaking 36th day on Wednesday.
House Speaker Mike Johnson and House GOP leadership gave a news conference amid the ongoing government shutdown which entered a record-breaking 36th day on Wednesday.
VA Gov. Youngkin speaks after Spanbeger elected
Current Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin delivered remarks Wednesday, a day after Abigail Spanberger secured a historic election victory to become the state's first female Governor.
Current Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin delivered remarks Wednesday, a day after Abigail Spanberger secured a historic election victory to become the state's first female Governor.
Eric, Lara Trump team up with Erika Kirk for Turning Point USA event at Auburn University
The Turning Point USA “This Is the Turning Point Tour" college campus tour is in Alabama Wednesday at Auburn University with Erika Kirk, wife of the late Charlie Kirk, being joined by Eric and Lara Trump, Senator Tommy Tuberville and conservative commentator Benny Johnson.
The Turning Point USA “This Is the Turning Point Tour" college campus tour is in Alabama Wednesday at Auburn University with Erika Kirk, wife of the late Charlie Kirk, being joined by Eric and Lara Trump, Senator Tommy Tuberville and conservative commentator Benny Johnson.
Trump meets with GOP Senators amid record shutdown
President Trump met with GOP Senators for breakfast to discuss the government shutdown as it is now the longest ever on record. The President also speaking about last night's election results where Democrats swept the board in both Mayoral and Governor races.
President Trump met with GOP Senators for breakfast to discuss the government shutdown as it is now the longest ever on record. The President also speaking about last night's election results where Democrats swept the board in both Mayoral and Governor races.
Abigail Spanberger elected Virginia governor in historic first
Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia governor’s election, defeating Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears.
Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia governor’s election, defeating Republican candidate Winsome Earle-Sears.
Pennsylvania retains Supreme Court justices, extending court's Democratic majority
All three of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices who sought reelection Tuesday will get another term, ensuring Democratic jurists keep their majority on the presidential battleground state’s highest court — one at the center of pivotal fights over voting rights, redistricting and elections.
All three of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices who sought reelection Tuesday will get another term, ensuring Democratic jurists keep their majority on the presidential battleground state’s highest court — one at the center of pivotal fights over voting rights, redistricting and elections.
Zohran Mamdani makes history as NYC’s next mayor: When he takes office and what comes next
Zohran Mamdani’s stunning rise to power has made history in New York City politics. The 34-year-old assemblyman from Queens will officially take office as mayor in 2026 following his upset victory over former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa.
Zohran Mamdani’s stunning rise to power has made history in New York City politics. The 34-year-old assemblyman from Queens will officially take office as mayor in 2026 following his upset victory over former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa.
Longest government shutdown on record
The government shutdown has now lasted 36 days, making it the longest one in U.S. history. It’s affecting millions of Americans, federal programs have been halted, flights are being delayed, and government workers across the country still haven’t received their paychecks. Meanwhile, President Trump along with other GOP leaders have refused to speak to Democratic leaders until the shutdown is lifted.
The government shutdown has now lasted 36 days, making it the longest one in U.S. history. It’s affecting millions of Americans, federal programs have been halted, flights are being delayed, and government workers across the country still haven’t received their paychecks. Meanwhile, President Trump along with other GOP leaders have refused to speak to Democratic leaders until the shutdown is lifted.
2025 government shutdown is the longest in US history
The previous longest government shutdown was during President Donald Trump’s first term when he demanded Congress give him money for a U.S.-Mexico border wall.
The previous longest government shutdown was during President Donald Trump’s first term when he demanded Congress give him money for a U.S.-Mexico border wall.
Mikie Sherrill elected governor of New Jersey, defeating Jack Ciattarelli
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday was elected governor of New Jersey, raising hopes for Democrats and highlighting Republican vulnerabilities after there had been signs of a rightward shift in recent years in what has been a reliably blue state.
U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill on Tuesday was elected governor of New Jersey, raising hopes for Democrats and highlighting Republican vulnerabilities after there had been signs of a rightward shift in recent years in what has been a reliably blue state.
Prop 50 passes: California voters approve redistricting measure that could shift US House power
Proposition 50, a ballot measure to redraw California's U.S. House districts, has passed.
Proposition 50, a ballot measure to redraw California's U.S. House districts, has passed.
Newsom speaks after voters pass Prop 50
California voters approved new congressional district boundaries Tuesday, delivering a victory for Democrats in the state-by-state redistricting battle. The approval of Proposition 50 gives Democrats a shot at winning as many as five additional seats, just enough to blunt Texas Republicans’ move to redraw their own maps to pick up five GOP seats at President Donald Trump’s urging.
California voters approved new congressional district boundaries Tuesday, delivering a victory for Democrats in the state-by-state redistricting battle. The approval of Proposition 50 gives Democrats a shot at winning as many as five additional seats, just enough to blunt Texas Republicans’ move to redraw their own maps to pick up five GOP seats at President Donald Trump’s urging.
Mamdani gives victory speech after NYC mayor race win
Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani has won the race for New York City mayor according to the Associated Press. At 34, Mamdani will make history as New York City’s first Muslim and first Indian-American mayor, ushering in a new chapter of leadership for the nation’s largest city. "You have dared to reach for something greater," Mamdani said Tuesday night.
Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani has won the race for New York City mayor according to the Associated Press. At 34, Mamdani will make history as New York City’s first Muslim and first Indian-American mayor, ushering in a new chapter of leadership for the nation’s largest city. "You have dared to reach for something greater," Mamdani said Tuesday night.
CA voters approve Prop 50 redistricting measure
California voters have approved Proposition 50, the Election Rigging Response Act. Now approved, the ballot measure would allow the state to temporarily redraw California's congressional map, in an effort to help Democrats gain five more U.S. House seats next year.
California voters have approved Proposition 50, the Election Rigging Response Act. Now approved, the ballot measure would allow the state to temporarily redraw California's congressional map, in an effort to help Democrats gain five more U.S. House seats next year.
Andrew Cuomo concedes NYC election to Mamdani
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has won his race tonight, defeating both former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa to become the next mayor of New York City. Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo made a statement shortly after the results were announced.
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has won his race tonight, defeating both former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa to become the next mayor of New York City. Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo made a statement shortly after the results were announced.
2025 election for NYC mayor, NJ governor: Live updates
Follow FOX 5 NY for live updates on the 2025 New York City mayoral race and the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial race.
Follow FOX 5 NY for live updates on the 2025 New York City mayoral race and the 2025 New Jersey gubernatorial race.
2025 election results: Democrats score wins for governor, mayor
Today’s election results could signal the nation’s political direction – from governor’s races in New Jersey and Virginia to New York City’s high-profile mayoral contest. Here are the results.
Today’s election results could signal the nation’s political direction – from governor’s races in New Jersey and Virginia to New York City’s high-profile mayoral contest. Here are the results.
Former Democrat politician may have fled country with son after allegedly stealing $30K: officials
Melissa Fireside allegedly stole $30K from her mother's boyfriend living in assisted living facility.
Melissa Fireside allegedly stole $30K from her mother's boyfriend living in assisted living facility.
Sen. Padilla will not run for California governor
California Democratic Senator Alex Padilla says he will not run for governor of California. Padilla made the remarks in the halls of Capitol Hill on Day 35 of the government shutdown. Padilla did not answer questions about what his announcement means for Kamala Harris' odds of running.
California Democratic Senator Alex Padilla says he will not run for governor of California. Padilla made the remarks in the halls of Capitol Hill on Day 35 of the government shutdown. Padilla did not answer questions about what his announcement means for Kamala Harris' odds of running.
Senate GOP leaders speak on government shutdown
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) spoke about the ongoing federal government shutdown. Thune's comments come as the funding stalemate lingers into day 35, tying the record for the longest shutdown in history.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) spoke about the ongoing federal government shutdown. Thune's comments come as the funding stalemate lingers into day 35, tying the record for the longest shutdown in history.