Political violence a major hurdle for LGBTQ+ candidates, report finds
A new report is raising concerns about the growing level of political violence and intimidation faced by LGBTQ+ candidates seeking public office across the United States.
A new report is raising concerns about the growing level of political violence and intimidation faced by LGBTQ+ candidates seeking public office across the United States.
Judge bans Trump from enforcing proof of citizenship requirement to vote
A federal judge has blocked a key provision of President Donald Trump’s first election executive order, striking down a requirement that would have called for individuals to provide documented proof of citizenship to register to vote.
A federal judge has blocked a key provision of President Donald Trump’s first election executive order, striking down a requirement that would have called for individuals to provide documented proof of citizenship to register to vote.
Georgia's Marjorie Taylor Greene says she's done with Republican Party
Former Georgia congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene says she no longer supports the Republican Party.
Former Georgia congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene says she no longer supports the Republican Party.
Ben McAdams wins Dem primary for Utah’s 1st District
We are learning more after The Associated Press called Utah’s 1st Congressional District Democratic primary for former Rep. Ben McAdams on Tuesday. This comes after Utah adopted a new map that keeps most of heavily Democratic Salt Lake County within a single district. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Emily Anderson Stern from the Salt Lake Tribune as we begin to understand the impact that redistricting has had on Utah politics.
We are learning more after The Associated Press called Utah’s 1st Congressional District Democratic primary for former Rep. Ben McAdams on Tuesday. This comes after Utah adopted a new map that keeps most of heavily Democratic Salt Lake County within a single district. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Emily Anderson Stern from the Salt Lake Tribune as we begin to understand the impact that redistricting has had on Utah politics.
Alan Wilson wins SC Republican governor runoff
We are now learning that South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has won the runoff election on Tuesday after quickly beating the candidate initially endorsed by President Donald Trump to capture the GOP nomination for governor in the state. Wilson defeated Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette after Trump said in recent days that he supported both candidates. The race is now set to see who will succeed term-limited Gov. Henry McMaster. Wilson spoke to his supporters in the moments after the primary election in South Carolina was called in his favor.
We are now learning that South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has won the runoff election on Tuesday after quickly beating the candidate initially endorsed by President Donald Trump to capture the GOP nomination for governor in the state. Wilson defeated Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette after Trump said in recent days that he supported both candidates. The race is now set to see who will succeed term-limited Gov. Henry McMaster. Wilson spoke to his supporters in the moments after the primary election in South Carolina was called in his favor.
Tucker Carlson says he’s no longer supporting the Republican Party: ‘I’m out’
Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson says he won't support the Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections. Here's what to know.
Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson says he won't support the Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections. Here's what to know.
House committee approves new social media rules for children
Legislators are moving forward with an effort to protect kids online after the House Energy and Commerce Committee reached a bipartisan agreement on a new package of social media regulations.
Legislators are moving forward with an effort to protect kids online after the House Energy and Commerce Committee reached a bipartisan agreement on a new package of social media regulations.
Supreme Court set to decide major Trump cases
We are learning more as the Supreme Court is set to clear its docket before the justices take their annual summer break. A number of remaining cases relate to President Donald Trump’s efforts to implement his election promises. Experts who follow the Supreme Court closely are indicating that in at least a couple of cases the justices seem inclined to rein him in. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about a potential timeline for the SCOTUS decisions with Zachary Shemtob, the executive editor of SCOTUSblog.
We are learning more as the Supreme Court is set to clear its docket before the justices take their annual summer break. A number of remaining cases relate to President Donald Trump’s efforts to implement his election promises. Experts who follow the Supreme Court closely are indicating that in at least a couple of cases the justices seem inclined to rein him in. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about a potential timeline for the SCOTUS decisions with Zachary Shemtob, the executive editor of SCOTUSblog.
Judge blocks Trump administration’s database to check citizenship, personal information
A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used.
A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used.
Alan Greenspan, economist, former Federal Reserve chairman, dies at 100
Former chairman of the board of governors of the Federal Reserve System, Alan Greenspan, died on Monday at the age of 100.
Former chairman of the board of governors of the Federal Reserve System, Alan Greenspan, died on Monday at the age of 100.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he will step down as leader of the governing Labour Party, ending a tenure that lasted less than two years after his landslide victory in 2024.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he will step down as leader of the governing Labour Party, ending a tenure that lasted less than two years after his landslide victory in 2024.
Felony warning issued as arrests reported at Reflecting Pool
Federal officials warn visitors that taking paint chips, debris or other materials from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during cleanup of an algae bloom could lead to felony charges.
Federal officials warn visitors that taking paint chips, debris or other materials from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during cleanup of an algae bloom could lead to felony charges.
Trump threatens Iran as VP Vance holds renewed talks
We are now watching as the latest round of peace talks between the United States and Iran continue in Switzerland. This comes as President Donald Trump issued a new warning to Iran on Sunday, saying that President Masoud Pezeshkian had "better shape up or we'll take over the rest of the country." LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Will Weissert from The Associated Press about this and the latest updates on the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C.
We are now watching as the latest round of peace talks between the United States and Iran continue in Switzerland. This comes as President Donald Trump issued a new warning to Iran on Sunday, saying that President Masoud Pezeshkian had "better shape up or we'll take over the rest of the country." LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Will Weissert from The Associated Press about this and the latest updates on the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C.
Federal judge sides with Trump administration on releasing Biden interview, gives three weeks for appeal
The audio and transcript of an interview between former President Joe Biden and a ghostwriter can be released to a conservative group, a federal judge ruled Friday.
The audio and transcript of an interview between former President Joe Biden and a ghostwriter can be released to a conservative group, a federal judge ruled Friday.
Report: White House delaying release of voting machine security study
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence released a new report implying that voting machines could face software vulnerabilities ahead of the November midterm elections.
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence released a new report implying that voting machines could face software vulnerabilities ahead of the November midterm elections.
Trump administration to cut student loan interest rates
With millions of student loan borrowers in default, the Trump administration announced a plan for a slight reduction in student loan interest rates to provide some relief for borrowers paying back their loans.
With millions of student loan borrowers in default, the Trump administration announced a plan for a slight reduction in student loan interest rates to provide some relief for borrowers paying back their loans.
Fox News Poll: Most rate the economy negatively, including half of Republicans
It’s less than five months until the midterm elections and voters are not happy with what’s in their wallets.
It’s less than five months until the midterm elections and voters are not happy with what’s in their wallets.
Transgender people won’t face criminal charges for using public restrooms in Idaho, judge rules
Idaho's restrictions on public facilities hit a major legal setback after a federal judge put a hold on penalties targeting transgender individuals. The judge ruled that parts of the law were too vague to enact.
Idaho's restrictions on public facilities hit a major legal setback after a federal judge put a hold on penalties targeting transgender individuals. The judge ruled that parts of the law were too vague to enact.
Trump administration warns governors to crack down on unemployment insurance
The U.S. government wants states to do more to combat fraud, waste, and abuse in their unemployment insurance programs and is threatening to withhold federal dollars until they do.
The U.S. government wants states to do more to combat fraud, waste, and abuse in their unemployment insurance programs and is threatening to withhold federal dollars until they do.
Kristi Noem warns of 'coordinated' effort to funnel Chinese nationals into US
Former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem alleges China is running a coordinated "travel agency"-style operation to funnel Chinese nationals across U.S. borders using documents and buses.
Former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem alleges China is running a coordinated "travel agency"-style operation to funnel Chinese nationals across U.S. borders using documents and buses.