Trump departs G7 summit, says Strait of Hormuz will be opened 'in full' within two days
President Donald Trump spoke at the Group of Seven summit on Wednesday discussing Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, which he expects to be opened "in full" within two days.
President Donald Trump spoke at the Group of Seven summit on Wednesday discussing Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, which he expects to be opened "in full" within two days.
Americans’ view on abortion relatively unchanged, new poll shows
Americans’ feelings on abortion have held pretty steady over the past four years since the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, according to a new Gallup poll.
Americans’ feelings on abortion have held pretty steady over the past four years since the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, according to a new Gallup poll.
Jackson wins GOP nomination in GA governor’s race
We are watching tonight as Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones lost his bid for the state’s Republican gubernatorial nomination. Jones was defeated by billionaire businessman Rick Jackson in the GOP runoff election for governor. Both candidates are working to succeed current term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp. Jackson is now set to face former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, who served in the Biden administration, in this November's general election.
We are watching tonight as Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones lost his bid for the state’s Republican gubernatorial nomination. Jones was defeated by billionaire businessman Rick Jackson in the GOP runoff election for governor. Both candidates are working to succeed current term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp. Jackson is now set to face former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, who served in the Biden administration, in this November's general election.
Trump-backed Collins wins GOP Senate nomination in GA
We are now learning that Trump-backed Republican Rep. Mike Collins has won a competitive battle for the GOP Senate nomination in Georgia. Collins on Tuesday defeated former college football coach Derek Dooley in the Republican runoff election, the Associated Press reports, and will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November's election. "It's an honor to have that endorsement," Collins said hours after landing an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
We are now learning that Trump-backed Republican Rep. Mike Collins has won a competitive battle for the GOP Senate nomination in Georgia. Collins on Tuesday defeated former college football coach Derek Dooley in the Republican runoff election, the Associated Press reports, and will face Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November's election. "It's an honor to have that endorsement," Collins said hours after landing an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
How will the Strait of Hormuz be demined? Trump to address strategy at G7 summit
President Donald Trump is expected to discuss demining the Strait of Hormuz at the Group of Seven summit amid growing momentum for a peace agreement to end the Iran war.
President Donald Trump is expected to discuss demining the Strait of Hormuz at the Group of Seven summit amid growing momentum for a peace agreement to end the Iran war.
The science behind restoring the White House South Lawn after UFC Freedom 250
After UFC Freedom 250, this company plans to provide funding, resources and technical expertise to restore the White House South Lawn.
After UFC Freedom 250, this company plans to provide funding, resources and technical expertise to restore the White House South Lawn.
UFC boss distances himself from fighter's Obama remark: Report
A fighter’s post-fight comments could overshadow UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, a one-of-a-kind event marking America’s 250th birthday and combining sports, politics and entertainment on an unprecedented stage.
A fighter’s post-fight comments could overshadow UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, a one-of-a-kind event marking America’s 250th birthday and combining sports, politics and entertainment on an unprecedented stage.
Dueling Dan Sullivans? Alaska blocks 'sham' candidate from ballot after name confusion drama
Alaska election officials on Monday ruled that a U.S. Senate candidate with the same name and party affiliation as Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan is ineligible to appear on the state’s August primary ballot.
Alaska election officials on Monday ruled that a U.S. Senate candidate with the same name and party affiliation as Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan is ineligible to appear on the state’s August primary ballot.
Trump won’t back FISA renewal unless Save America Act passed too
A key – but controversial – surveillance tool used by the U.S. government to prevent terror attacks and catch foreign spies expired Friday and now faces an additional obstacle to being renewed.
A key – but controversial – surveillance tool used by the U.S. government to prevent terror attacks and catch foreign spies expired Friday and now faces an additional obstacle to being renewed.
These 11 upcoming Supreme Court decisions could make or break Trump's second term agenda
As the Supreme Court enters the final stretch of its term, a flood of closely watched decisions could determine not only the fate of several of President Donald Trump’s key policy priorities but also the scope of presidential authority for years to come.
As the Supreme Court enters the final stretch of its term, a flood of closely watched decisions could determine not only the fate of several of President Donald Trump’s key policy priorities but also the scope of presidential authority for years to come.
Pres. Trump announces US-Iran deal to end ongoing war
We are now learning, according to a social media post from President Donald Trump that, "the Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete." Trump went on to say, "I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade." Trump added, "Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!" The major announcement came just hours before a UFC event at the White House marking Trump's 80th birthday and celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary.
We are now learning, according to a social media post from President Donald Trump that, "the Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete." Trump went on to say, "I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade." Trump added, "Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!" The major announcement came just hours before a UFC event at the White House marking Trump's 80th birthday and celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary.
Trump pushes for peace deal as Tehran signals delays
With a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran potentially closer than ever, questions now turn to the particulars of the agreement and what those are. In a social media post made this weekend, President Donald Trump said Iran has given up the prospects of obtaining a nuclear weapon, whether by developing one, purchasing it, or through other means. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning the latest on the ongoing Iran war with Caitlin Doornbos, a Washington correspondent with the New York Post.
With a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran potentially closer than ever, questions now turn to the particulars of the agreement and what those are. In a social media post made this weekend, President Donald Trump said Iran has given up the prospects of obtaining a nuclear weapon, whether by developing one, purchasing it, or through other means. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning the latest on the ongoing Iran war with Caitlin Doornbos, a Washington correspondent with the New York Post.
Sen. Mitch McConnell taken to the hospital
Senator Mitch McConnell was taken to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to his office.
Senator Mitch McConnell was taken to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to his office.
Judge orders Trump administration to restore changes made to US park exhibits
A judge ordered the Trump administration to restore exhibits at museums, parks and landmarks that were removed because the administration thought they “inappropriately disparage Americans past or living.”
A judge ordered the Trump administration to restore exhibits at museums, parks and landmarks that were removed because the administration thought they “inappropriately disparage Americans past or living.”
Americans split into 9 political groups in new research: Where do you fit in?
New research casts a wider net on Americans' “deeply divided” political views, suggesting that they really fall within nine political groups, not two major political parties.
New research casts a wider net on Americans' “deeply divided” political views, suggesting that they really fall within nine political groups, not two major political parties.
Trump nominates Jay Clayton to serve as Director of National Intelligence
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he is nominating Jay Clayton to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence, selecting the former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman and current U.S. attorney for the southern District of New York to lead the nation's intelligence community.
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he is nominating Jay Clayton to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence, selecting the former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman and current U.S. attorney for the southern District of New York to lead the nation's intelligence community.
Lawsuit targets Trump administration’s anti-DEI federal contract policies
States have filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion mandates for federal contracts. The attorneys general argue that this act forces contractors to interpret what activities may be penalized.
States have filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion mandates for federal contracts. The attorneys general argue that this act forces contractors to interpret what activities may be penalized.
High-profile primaries ahead of the 2026 midterms
We are learning more this Wednesday after major elections in Tuesday's high-profile primaries in Maine and South Carolina. Platner will now face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a key race before the midterm elections. We are also learning the latest from solidly red South Carolina, where Trump-backed Sen. Lindsey Graham won the GOP primary for Senate and will avoid a runoff against a primary challenger. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is learning more about this week’s results and what to look forward to before the midterm elections with political analyst, Brian Sobel.
We are learning more this Wednesday after major elections in Tuesday's high-profile primaries in Maine and South Carolina. Platner will now face Republican Sen. Susan Collins in a key race before the midterm elections. We are also learning the latest from solidly red South Carolina, where Trump-backed Sen. Lindsey Graham won the GOP primary for Senate and will avoid a runoff against a primary challenger. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is learning more about this week’s results and what to look forward to before the midterm elections with political analyst, Brian Sobel.
Restaurant owner faces backlash after saying he’d prefer to hire men over women
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
Study that finds no benefits from alcohol left out of US health guidelines
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.
A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.