Fed keeps interest rates steady: Here's what to know
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 3.6% for a second time and signaled at least one rate cut later this year.
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 3.6% for a second time and signaled at least one rate cut later this year.
What is the Jones Act? Trump may waive shipping law during Iran war
The Trump administration is weighing whether to suspend maritime shipping laws as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran continues to disrupt energy markets and supply chains.
The Trump administration is weighing whether to suspend maritime shipping laws as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran continues to disrupt energy markets and supply chains.
Juliana Stratton wins Dem primary race in Illinois
We are now hearing projections that Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is set to win the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Illinois, with the hopes of replacing Dick Durbin. Stratton managed to beat a field of candidates that included U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly. A number of political experts expect Tuesday’s winner in the Democratic primary election to almost certainly go on to win November's general election.
We are now hearing projections that Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is set to win the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Illinois, with the hopes of replacing Dick Durbin. Stratton managed to beat a field of candidates that included U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly. A number of political experts expect Tuesday’s winner in the Democratic primary election to almost certainly go on to win November's general election.
Latest updates on Illinois 2026 Primary Election Day
We are watching for updates as Primary Election Day arrives in Illinois. For the most recent results and updates on key races at the federal, state, and local levels, LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking to our partners at FOX 32 Chicago, including Paris Schutz. This comes as polls close at 7 p.m. in Illinois. We are currently watching key headlines surrounding voter turnout and the future of the Democratic Party.
We are watching for updates as Primary Election Day arrives in Illinois. For the most recent results and updates on key races at the federal, state, and local levels, LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking to our partners at FOX 32 Chicago, including Paris Schutz. This comes as polls close at 7 p.m. in Illinois. We are currently watching key headlines surrounding voter turnout and the future of the Democratic Party.
US military draft disqualifications list: See if you're exempt
Learn the latest 2026 U.S. military draft disqualifications and exemptions, including medical fitness standards, conscientious objector status, and the registration rules under the NDAA.
Learn the latest 2026 U.S. military draft disqualifications and exemptions, including medical fitness standards, conscientious objector status, and the registration rules under the NDAA.
Who is Joe Kent? Trump counterterrorism admin, veteran resigns over Iran war
The director of the National Counterterrorism Center has announced his resignation, saying he “cannot in good conscience" back the Trump administration’s war in Iran.
The director of the National Counterterrorism Center has announced his resignation, saying he “cannot in good conscience" back the Trump administration’s war in Iran.
SAVE America Act: Republicans launching voting bill debate in Senate
President Donald Trump is urging Congress to get the SAVE America Act passed as Republicans prepare to begin talks on the Senate floor about the legislation.
President Donald Trump is urging Congress to get the SAVE America Act passed as Republicans prepare to begin talks on the Senate floor about the legislation.
Sen. Cornyn, Rep. Casar argue outside Texas airport
Texas congressmen Rep. Greg Casar (D) and Sen. John Cornyn (R) engaged in a heated exchange about Department of Homeland Security funding outside of the Austin airport on Monday. As the partial government shutdown continues, TSA workers have now missed their first full paycheck and the resulting call-outs have led to lengthy security lines at airports across the country. Cornyn brought Whataburger to TSA agents at the airport, and Casar criticized the gesture.
Texas congressmen Rep. Greg Casar (D) and Sen. John Cornyn (R) engaged in a heated exchange about Department of Homeland Security funding outside of the Austin airport on Monday. As the partial government shutdown continues, TSA workers have now missed their first full paycheck and the resulting call-outs have led to lengthy security lines at airports across the country. Cornyn brought Whataburger to TSA agents at the airport, and Casar criticized the gesture.
Susie Wiles reveals breast cancer diagnosis: 'Grateful it was detected early'
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced she has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.
Kennedy Center board votes in favor of 2-year closure for renovations
The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
State Department cuts fee to renounce US citizenship by 80%
The State Department has reduced the fee for Americans to renounce their U.S. citizenship.
The State Department has reduced the fee for Americans to renounce their U.S. citizenship.
Trump urges warships to help secure Strait of Hormuz
We are now hearing reports that a number of Gulf states have reported new missile and drone attacks after Iran threatened to widen its military campaign this weekend. President Donald Trump said Saturday that he hopes friendly nations will send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz "open and safe". LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Rosemary Kelanic, the director of the Middle East Program at Defense Priorities, as conflict between the U.S. and Iran continues.
We are now hearing reports that a number of Gulf states have reported new missile and drone attacks after Iran threatened to widen its military campaign this weekend. President Donald Trump said Saturday that he hopes friendly nations will send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz "open and safe". LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Rosemary Kelanic, the director of the Middle East Program at Defense Priorities, as conflict between the U.S. and Iran continues.
Trump pushes for election overhaul as war rages on
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is getting the latest updates on all of the major political headlines this week with Savannah Behrmann, a Senate leadership reporter for CQ Roll Call. We are hearing reports that ‘Operation Epic Fury’ has now resulted in about 140 U.S. service members being injured, according to a statement from the Pentagon. This comes as Republicans attempt to pass the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act, which President Donald Trump has said needs to be passed or the GOP will fall flat in the upcoming midterm election cycle.
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is getting the latest updates on all of the major political headlines this week with Savannah Behrmann, a Senate leadership reporter for CQ Roll Call. We are hearing reports that ‘Operation Epic Fury’ has now resulted in about 140 U.S. service members being injured, according to a statement from the Pentagon. This comes as Republicans attempt to pass the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act, which President Donald Trump has said needs to be passed or the GOP will fall flat in the upcoming midterm election cycle.
TSA wait times: Airline CEOs blast Congress; ‘simply unacceptable’
As some travelers are waiting for 2, 3, and even up to 4 hours in TSA security lines, airline industry leaders are pressing lawmakers to make some changes.
As some travelers are waiting for 2, 3, and even up to 4 hours in TSA security lines, airline industry leaders are pressing lawmakers to make some changes.
FCC chair threatens TV networks over Iran war coverage
Brendan Carr, chairman of the FCC, warned that TV broadcasters could have their licenses revoked if they don’t “correct course” on their coverage of the Trump administration’s war against Iran.
Brendan Carr, chairman of the FCC, warned that TV broadcasters could have their licenses revoked if they don’t “correct course” on their coverage of the Trump administration’s war against Iran.
New Trump orders aim to ease mortgage, construction costs
President Trump signed two orders Friday aimed to make housing more affordable, but it’s unclear how quickly federal measures can spark new construction or lower mortgage costs.
President Trump signed two orders Friday aimed to make housing more affordable, but it’s unclear how quickly federal measures can spark new construction or lower mortgage costs.
First 6 days of Iran war cost U.S. taxpayers billions
USA Today reporter Cybele Mayes-Osterman joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the Pentagon's estimate the first six days of the Iran war cost U.S. taxpayers at least $11.3 billion.
USA Today reporter Cybele Mayes-Osterman joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss the Pentagon's estimate the first six days of the Iran war cost U.S. taxpayers at least $11.3 billion.
States sue Trump administration over policy requiring colleges to collect race data
A group of 17 states is suing the Trump administration over a policy that requires colleges to prove they’re not considering race in admissions.
A group of 17 states is suing the Trump administration over a policy that requires colleges to prove they’re not considering race in admissions.
Lobstergate: Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon faces backlash over $7 million lobster spree
From $15 million in ribeyes to $98,000 pianos, discover the most outrageous items in the Pentagon's $93 billion end-of-year spending spree under Pete Hegseth.
From $15 million in ribeyes to $98,000 pianos, discover the most outrageous items in the Pentagon's $93 billion end-of-year spending spree under Pete Hegseth.
Tennessee Rep. Andy Ogles criticized for anti-Muslim comments
Republican Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee is facing bipartisan backlash for anti-Muslim social media posts.
Republican Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee is facing bipartisan backlash for anti-Muslim social media posts.