Potential redactions considered for Epstein files
The House and Senate have now passed a bipartisan bill forcing the Justice Department to publicly release files related to Jeffrey Epstein, overcoming previous opposition. We are hearing tonight that the attorney general may redact or withhold portions containing personal information. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall reports on possible redactions with Washington Examiner Justice Department reporter Kaelan Deese.
The House and Senate have now passed a bipartisan bill forcing the Justice Department to publicly release files related to Jeffrey Epstein, overcoming previous opposition. We are hearing tonight that the attorney general may redact or withhold portions containing personal information. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall reports on possible redactions with Washington Examiner Justice Department reporter Kaelan Deese.
U.S. announces dismantling of parts of Education Dept.
The Trump administration announced Tuesday that it is dismantling parts of the Education Department. The Washington Post's Laura Meckler joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss.
The Trump administration announced Tuesday that it is dismantling parts of the Education Department. The Washington Post's Laura Meckler joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss.
Epstein bill gains approval, moves to Trump’s desk
Both the House and Senate acted decisively today to pass a bill forcing the Justice Department to publicly release files relating to Jeffrey Epstein. Today’s votes showed a rare, bipartisan effort, despite President Trump's initial objections. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is learning more tonight with Tom Lobianco, the Editor and Co-Founder of 24sight News. Also spoken about is the news that a panel of federal judges has blocked Texas from using a redrawn congressional map for their upcoming elections.
Both the House and Senate acted decisively today to pass a bill forcing the Justice Department to publicly release files relating to Jeffrey Epstein. Today’s votes showed a rare, bipartisan effort, despite President Trump's initial objections. LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is learning more tonight with Tom Lobianco, the Editor and Co-Founder of 24sight News. Also spoken about is the news that a panel of federal judges has blocked Texas from using a redrawn congressional map for their upcoming elections.
Trump dines with Saudi crown prince at White House
We are learning more as Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman and President Donald Trump enjoy a dinner at the White House this evening. The pair met earlier in the day where the Saudi prince committed to investing nearly $1 trillion over the next year into the U.S. economy. The announcement was made while Mohammed bin Salman met with President Trump in the Oval Office and just hours before tonight's dinner.
We are learning more as Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman and President Donald Trump enjoy a dinner at the White House this evening. The pair met earlier in the day where the Saudi prince committed to investing nearly $1 trillion over the next year into the U.S. economy. The announcement was made while Mohammed bin Salman met with President Trump in the Oval Office and just hours before tonight's dinner.
Federal court blocks Texas redistricting map
A federal court issued a preliminary injunction Tuesday stopping a congressional map enacted this year from being used during the 2026 midterm elections. LiveNOW's Mike Pache spoke about the redistricting battle with FOX News Sarah Alegre and Eleanor Klibanoff from the Texas Tribune.
A federal court issued a preliminary injunction Tuesday stopping a congressional map enacted this year from being used during the 2026 midterm elections. LiveNOW's Mike Pache spoke about the redistricting battle with FOX News Sarah Alegre and Eleanor Klibanoff from the Texas Tribune.
Sen. Schumer after Senate sends Epstein bill to Trump
We are now hearing from Minority Leader of the United States Senate, Chuck Schumer, after Congress approved a bill forcing the Justice Department to release files related to Jeffery Epstein. This comes after months of resistance from Trump and other GOP leaders. Early reports indicate the measure will allow limited redactions for victims or active investigations, but not for political or reputational reasons. Sen. Schumer spoke to reporters after he addressed the Senate on the floor just moments before.
We are now hearing from Minority Leader of the United States Senate, Chuck Schumer, after Congress approved a bill forcing the Justice Department to release files related to Jeffery Epstein. This comes after months of resistance from Trump and other GOP leaders. Early reports indicate the measure will allow limited redactions for victims or active investigations, but not for political or reputational reasons. Sen. Schumer spoke to reporters after he addressed the Senate on the floor just moments before.
Epstein files vote: Here's who voted against releasing the Epstein files
Both the House and the Senate passed the bill on Tuesday and will head to President Donald Trump's desk for his signature.
Both the House and the Senate passed the bill on Tuesday and will head to President Donald Trump's desk for his signature.
Federal court blocks Texas from using new congressional map
A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.
A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.
Court blocks new Texas congressional map
A panel of federal judges has blocked Texas' newly drawn map for the state's congressional districts on Tuesday.
A panel of federal judges has blocked Texas' newly drawn map for the state's congressional districts on Tuesday.
Lawmakers, advocates speak ahead of Epstein vote
Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ) joins other Members of Congress, Epstein survivors, and national advocacy organizations for a press conference ahead of the vote on the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ) joins other Members of Congress, Epstein survivors, and national advocacy organizations for a press conference ahead of the vote on the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
Congressman Gimenez: Maduro is a threat to the safety and security of the US
In an interview with LiveNOW Digital Journalist Christy Matino, Congressional representative Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) says Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is a threat to the safety of the United States.
In an interview with LiveNOW Digital Journalist Christy Matino, Congressional representative Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) says Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is a threat to the safety of the United States.
Speaker Johnson, House GOP on Epstein files vote
Speaker Mike Johnson and other GOP House leadership addressed the media Tuesday ahead of a vote on legislation to force the release of the Epstein files.
Speaker Mike Johnson and other GOP House leadership addressed the media Tuesday ahead of a vote on legislation to force the release of the Epstein files.
Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
Mamdani wants to talk to Trump about affordability
New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani said Monday that his team did, in fact, reach out to the Trump administration in hopes of setting up a meeting. Trump told reporters Sunday night that Mamdani wanted to meet with him and they would "work something out." Mamdani said that he plans to talk to Trump about affordability and other issues affecting New Yorkers. Politico's Jeff Coltin joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss.
New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani said Monday that his team did, in fact, reach out to the Trump administration in hopes of setting up a meeting. Trump told reporters Sunday night that Mamdani wanted to meet with him and they would "work something out." Mamdani said that he plans to talk to Trump about affordability and other issues affecting New Yorkers. Politico's Jeff Coltin joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss.
Trump to host Saudi Arabia's crown prince on Tuesday
We are learning more as President Donald Trump is set to host Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House this week. The high-level talks are aimed at deepening economic and defense ties. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking to Jonathan Strum, a former Georgetown Professor of Israeli Law and Middle East Affairs, as both leaders are expected to sign several economic and defense agreements during the visit.
We are learning more as President Donald Trump is set to host Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House this week. The high-level talks are aimed at deepening economic and defense ties. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking to Jonathan Strum, a former Georgetown Professor of Israeli Law and Middle East Affairs, as both leaders are expected to sign several economic and defense agreements during the visit.
FULL: Trump meets with FIFA World Cup 2026 Task Force
President Trump met with the FIFA World Cup 2026 Task Force in the Oval Office on Monday. The World Cup is slated to take place in the United States next year. He then took questions from reporters.
President Trump met with the FIFA World Cup 2026 Task Force in the Oval Office on Monday. The World Cup is slated to take place in the United States next year. He then took questions from reporters.
Trump, NYC mayor-elect Mamdani both open to meeting
New York City's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani confirmed Monday that his team has reached out to the White House to set up a meeting with President Trump. This comes after Trump told reporters Sunday evening that Mamdani wanted to visit Washington, D.C. for a meeting and that he would "work something out." Trump was a vocal critic of Mamdani throughout the NYC mayoral race, and eventually endorsed his opponent Andrew Cuomo. During Mamdani's election night victory speech, he called out Trump directly, telling him to "turn the volume up." Mamdani said he would bring up issues that effect New Yorkers, such as affordability.
New York City's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani confirmed Monday that his team has reached out to the White House to set up a meeting with President Trump. This comes after Trump told reporters Sunday evening that Mamdani wanted to visit Washington, D.C. for a meeting and that he would "work something out." Trump was a vocal critic of Mamdani throughout the NYC mayoral race, and eventually endorsed his opponent Andrew Cuomo. During Mamdani's election night victory speech, he called out Trump directly, telling him to "turn the volume up." Mamdani said he would bring up issues that effect New Yorkers, such as affordability.
WH 'may' have discussions with Venezuela, Trump says
President Trump told reporters Sunday evening that talks with Venezuelan President Maduro could be on the table. "We may be having some discussions with Maduro, and we'll see how that turns out, but they would like to talk," Trump said.
President Trump told reporters Sunday evening that talks with Venezuelan President Maduro could be on the table. "We may be having some discussions with Maduro, and we'll see how that turns out, but they would like to talk," Trump said.
Pres. Trump returns to WH, asked about Massie and MTG
President Trump returned to Washington, D.C. after a contentious weekend with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia. On Friday, Trump withdrew his endorsement of Greene, labeling her a "ranting lunatic" and accusing her of "complaining" instead of praising his administration’s "record achievements." While on the tarmac in Florida, Trump addressed affordability, the future of U.S. healthcare, and Tucker Carlson’s influence on modern conservatism.
President Trump returned to Washington, D.C. after a contentious weekend with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia. On Friday, Trump withdrew his endorsement of Greene, labeling her a "ranting lunatic" and accusing her of "complaining" instead of praising his administration’s "record achievements." While on the tarmac in Florida, Trump addressed affordability, the future of U.S. healthcare, and Tucker Carlson’s influence on modern conservatism.
MTG: receiving "bed of death threats"
Marjorie Taylor Greene says she is now receiving a wave of death threats following a social-media spat with President Trump that began Friday and continued into Saturday. The President called MTG a RINO and a disgrace to the Republican Party. The conflict began after President Trump announced he was withdrawing his support for Taylor Greene, which sparked the online exchange.
Marjorie Taylor Greene says she is now receiving a wave of death threats following a social-media spat with President Trump that began Friday and continued into Saturday. The President called MTG a RINO and a disgrace to the Republican Party. The conflict began after President Trump announced he was withdrawing his support for Taylor Greene, which sparked the online exchange.