Rep. Swalwell resignation comes amid misconduct claims
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Alexei Koseff, a Staff writer for the San Francisco Chronicle, as Congressman Eric Swalwell announces he is resigning from his seat as representative of California's 14th congressional district. The announcement comes just days after the Chronicle reported on allegations against the sitting Congressman. Reports indicate that the House Ethics Committee had begun an investigation into whether Swalwell engaged in sexual misconduct.
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Alexei Koseff, a Staff writer for the San Francisco Chronicle, as Congressman Eric Swalwell announces he is resigning from his seat as representative of California's 14th congressional district. The announcement comes just days after the Chronicle reported on allegations against the sitting Congressman. Reports indicate that the House Ethics Committee had begun an investigation into whether Swalwell engaged in sexual misconduct.
Rep. Gonzales to retire after staffer affair admission
We are now hearing that Republican Tony Gonzales of Texas will retire from Congress amid bipartisan calls to expel him. The Congressman from Texas has already announced that he would not seek reelection after admitting to an affair with a staff member. Reporting from the Associated Press indicates that Republican leaders in the House had called on Gonzales to not seek reelection.
We are now hearing that Republican Tony Gonzales of Texas will retire from Congress amid bipartisan calls to expel him. The Congressman from Texas has already announced that he would not seek reelection after admitting to an affair with a staff member. Reporting from the Associated Press indicates that Republican leaders in the House had called on Gonzales to not seek reelection.
Rep. Eric Swalwell announces resignation from Congress amid sexual assault allegations
Swalwell’s announcement comes just a day after he suspended his campaign for California governor, which came amid numerous sexual assault allegations made against the man by several women.
Swalwell’s announcement comes just a day after he suspended his campaign for California governor, which came amid numerous sexual assault allegations made against the man by several women.
Disaster aid approved for seven states, others wait for a decision
Federal disaster relief is starting to flow as the White House approves major disaster declarations for seven states, yet multiple other regions remain in limbo after a series of severe storms and floods dating back to last year.
Federal disaster relief is starting to flow as the White House approves major disaster declarations for seven states, yet multiple other regions remain in limbo after a series of severe storms and floods dating back to last year.
Cuba’s president cautions US against targeting island or trying to remove him
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel comments come amid rising tensions between the two countries as Díaz-Canel has blamed the U.S. for a hostile stance, while keeping the door open for diplomacy.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel comments come amid rising tensions between the two countries as Díaz-Canel has blamed the U.S. for a hostile stance, while keeping the door open for diplomacy.
Trump blasts Pope Leo XIV on Truth Social: “Weak on crime" and foreign policy
President Donald Trump took aim at Pope Leo XIV in a Truth Social post on Sunday night following recent comments from the pontiff, and took credit for the Illinois native’s elevation to the papacy.
President Donald Trump took aim at Pope Leo XIV in a Truth Social post on Sunday night following recent comments from the pontiff, and took credit for the Illinois native’s elevation to the papacy.
Trump admits gas prices could remain high through November elections
President Donald Trump acknowledged in a Sunday interview that gas prices may rise after peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to end the ongoing war stalled.
President Donald Trump acknowledged in a Sunday interview that gas prices may rise after peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to end the ongoing war stalled.
Congress returns to Washington following recess
We are now learning that former Attorney General Pam Bondi will not sit for a planned deposition before the House Oversight Committee as part of its probe into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. We are also watching as California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell is now denying allegations of misconduct following a report that said he allegedly sexually assaulted a former staffer. LiveNOW's Andy Mac and Axios congressional reporter Kate Santaliz are discussing what could be this week’s top headlines as Congress resumes work on Monday.
We are now learning that former Attorney General Pam Bondi will not sit for a planned deposition before the House Oversight Committee as part of its probe into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. We are also watching as California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell is now denying allegations of misconduct following a report that said he allegedly sexually assaulted a former staffer. LiveNOW's Andy Mac and Axios congressional reporter Kate Santaliz are discussing what could be this week’s top headlines as Congress resumes work on Monday.
White House keeping Kristi Noem's $70M luxury jet, report says
A $70 million luxury jet that critics used to highlight Kristi Noem’s wasteful spending will be kept by the White House, despite her departure from the administration, reports say.
A $70 million luxury jet that critics used to highlight Kristi Noem’s wasteful spending will be kept by the White House, despite her departure from the administration, reports say.
Judge rules Pentagon violated order to restore press access
A federal judge found the Pentagon in violation of a court order to restore full access to New York Times reporters.
A federal judge found the Pentagon in violation of a court order to restore full access to New York Times reporters.
Louisiana Republicans push to eliminate an elected office won by exonerated man
Calvin Duncan was exonerated after serving nearly 30 years in prison and was elected as the New Orleans new clerk of criminal court, but now Republican legislators are racing to eliminate the position.
Calvin Duncan was exonerated after serving nearly 30 years in prison and was elected as the New Orleans new clerk of criminal court, but now Republican legislators are racing to eliminate the position.
Biden-appointed judge at center of clashes with Trump administration issues new immigration block
Biden-appointed Judge Brian Murphy blocked the deportation of thousands of Ethiopian migrants, finding DHS did not follow proper protocols to cancel their temporary protected status.
Biden-appointed Judge Brian Murphy blocked the deportation of thousands of Ethiopian migrants, finding DHS did not follow proper protocols to cancel their temporary protected status.
Tribal colleges would 'close within a year' if Trump budget passes, leaders say
President Trump’s 2027 budget would slash billions in funding to tribal nations, much of which is owed to tribes as part of treaties between Native Americans and the U.S. government.
President Trump’s 2027 budget would slash billions in funding to tribal nations, much of which is owed to tribes as part of treaties between Native Americans and the U.S. government.
EPA chief tells climate skeptics to celebrate rule repeal as March heat breaks records
The Environmental Protection Agency’s top official told a crowd of climate science skeptics that they should celebrate the repeal of the 2009 finding that underpinned the agency’s attempts to combat climate change ever since. His comments came the same day a separate federal agency reported record-shattering warmth and precipitation numbers.
The Environmental Protection Agency’s top official told a crowd of climate science skeptics that they should celebrate the repeal of the 2009 finding that underpinned the agency’s attempts to combat climate change ever since. His comments came the same day a separate federal agency reported record-shattering warmth and precipitation numbers.
Bill Gates to discuss Jeffrey Epstein ties in interview with House panel: reports
Billionaire Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft, is expected to testify before a congressional committee about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Billionaire Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft, is expected to testify before a congressional committee about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race
We are now learning that the Associated Press has projected that Democratic-backed Chris Taylor will defeat Republican-backed Maria Lazar in this week’s Wisconsin Supreme Court race. According to our partners at FOX 6 Milwaukee, Taylor’s victory now secures a liberal majority on the state’s Supreme Court through at least 2030. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is learning more about the election win tonight from FOX 6’s Jason Calvi. This comes as the court is expected to weigh major issues including redistricting, union rights, and election rules.
We are now learning that the Associated Press has projected that Democratic-backed Chris Taylor will defeat Republican-backed Maria Lazar in this week’s Wisconsin Supreme Court race. According to our partners at FOX 6 Milwaukee, Taylor’s victory now secures a liberal majority on the state’s Supreme Court through at least 2030. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is learning more about the election win tonight from FOX 6’s Jason Calvi. This comes as the court is expected to weigh major issues including redistricting, union rights, and election rules.
Georgia's 14th District: Republican Clay Fuller declares victory
Clay Fuller, an attorney and military officer, secured the seat previously held by Marjorie Taylor Greene before her resignation.
Clay Fuller, an attorney and military officer, secured the seat previously held by Marjorie Taylor Greene before her resignation.
Runoff to replace MTG now underway in Georgia
We are getting the latest updates from our partners at FOX 5 Atlanta as voters are heading to the polls Tuesday to decide several runoff races, including a high-profile contest to replace former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. This comes after Rep. Greene’s resignation in January set up a closely watched special election. Democrat Sean Harris and Republican Clay Fuller are facing off in the runoff. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with FOX 5 Atlanta’s Deidra Dukes after Fuller, who is considered the frontrunner in the race, received backing from President Donald Trump.
We are getting the latest updates from our partners at FOX 5 Atlanta as voters are heading to the polls Tuesday to decide several runoff races, including a high-profile contest to replace former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. This comes after Rep. Greene’s resignation in January set up a closely watched special election. Democrat Sean Harris and Republican Clay Fuller are facing off in the runoff. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with FOX 5 Atlanta’s Deidra Dukes after Fuller, who is considered the frontrunner in the race, received backing from President Donald Trump.
Wisconsin Supreme Court race: Chris Taylor wins, growing liberal majority
Democratic-backed Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, the AP projected Tuesday evening, April 7, securing a liberal majority through 2030 as major cases loom in the battleground state.
Democratic-backed Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, the AP projected Tuesday evening, April 7, securing a liberal majority through 2030 as major cases loom in the battleground state.
Trump administration proposes cutting 9,400 TSA workers, $1.5 billion from budget
The White House proposal to slash jobs and funding at the Transportation Security Administration comes as the agency grapples with understaffing and long lines at several airports nationwide.
The White House proposal to slash jobs and funding at the Transportation Security Administration comes as the agency grapples with understaffing and long lines at several airports nationwide.