Jean-Pierre leaves Democratic Party; to release book
Former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre is out with a new book, set to be released this fall.
Former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre is out with a new book, set to be released this fall.
President Trump speaks at White House Summer Soiree
President Donald Trump delivered remarks Wednesday at the White House's "Summer Soiree." Supporters gathered on the South Lawn to celebrate the work of hundreds of Trump's top appointees. It comes after the president met with Republican lawmakers in an effort to advance a massive budget reconciliation dubbed the "big, beautiful" bill.
President Donald Trump delivered remarks Wednesday at the White House's "Summer Soiree." Supporters gathered on the South Lawn to celebrate the work of hundreds of Trump's top appointees. It comes after the president met with Republican lawmakers in an effort to advance a massive budget reconciliation dubbed the "big, beautiful" bill.
Karine Jean-Pierre leaves Democratic Party, details Biden’s exit in new book
Former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has left the Democratic Party and registered as an independent, according to the publisher of her upcoming book.
Former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has left the Democratic Party and registered as an independent, according to the publisher of her upcoming book.
Trump's budget bill will add $2T to deficit, CBO says
President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" would raise the deficit by $2.4 trillion over a decade, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) says. LiveNOW's Andy Mac spoke about the budget back-and-forth with Erica York from the Tax Foundation.
President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" would raise the deficit by $2.4 trillion over a decade, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) says. LiveNOW's Andy Mac spoke about the budget back-and-forth with Erica York from the Tax Foundation.
DeSantis wants to revise tenure at FL universities
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke about revising tenure at colleges and universities in the state. DeSantis said higher education has lost its way while speaking at the Florida Education Commissioner's Summit in Miami.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke about revising tenure at colleges and universities in the state. DeSantis said higher education has lost its way while speaking at the Florida Education Commissioner's Summit in Miami.
House democrats hold weekly press conference
House democrats and leaders held a press conference on Wednesday. They discussed President Trump's controversial "Big Beautiful bill" and it's potential impacts on Americans.
House democrats and leaders held a press conference on Wednesday. They discussed President Trump's controversial "Big Beautiful bill" and it's potential impacts on Americans.
Trump's budget bill will leave 10.9 million more uninsured, CBO says
Trump’s “big, beautiful" budget bill would leave an additional 10.9 million Americans without health insurance and increase the deficit by $2.4 trillion, the CBO estimates.
Trump’s “big, beautiful" budget bill would leave an additional 10.9 million Americans without health insurance and increase the deficit by $2.4 trillion, the CBO estimates.
Trump administration rescinds Biden-era emergency abortion guidelines
The Biden administration tried to preserve abortion access for serious cases in which women experienced medical emergencies and needed an abortion to prevent organ loss and other complications.
The Biden administration tried to preserve abortion access for serious cases in which women experienced medical emergencies and needed an abortion to prevent organ loss and other complications.
Republican senators to discuss "Big Beautiful Bill"
President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" is facing criticism, even from within his own party, as some lawmakers remain skeptical about the massive spending package and its potential impact on the nation's debt, despite it being under consideration by a Republican-controlled Congress. Former Doge leader Elon Musk also criticizing the bill, calling it a disgusting abomination. The spending bill, which the House passed late last month and is now in the Senate?s hands, aims to address a number of issues, including tax policy, border security and immigration, defense, energy production, the debt limit, and adjustments to SNAP and Medicaid.
President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" is facing criticism, even from within his own party, as some lawmakers remain skeptical about the massive spending package and its potential impact on the nation's debt, despite it being under consideration by a Republican-controlled Congress. Former Doge leader Elon Musk also criticizing the bill, calling it a disgusting abomination. The spending bill, which the House passed late last month and is now in the Senate?s hands, aims to address a number of issues, including tax policy, border security and immigration, defense, energy production, the debt limit, and adjustments to SNAP and Medicaid.
Iran rejects U.S. nuclear weapons deal
Iran?s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, stated on Wednesday that a U.S. offer regarding a nuclear deal goes against Iran?s national interests. He emphasized that Iran doesn?t need approval from the U.S. or any other country to make its own decisions. Khamenei said true independence means not relying on permission from countries like the United States, and he called the proposal completely opposed to the principles of the 1979 Islamic Revolution. He also made it clear that Iran has no plans to stop enriching uranium, saying the nuclear program would be pointless without it. Questioning the U.S., he asked, ?Who are you to decide if we can have a nuclear program or not??
Iran?s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, stated on Wednesday that a U.S. offer regarding a nuclear deal goes against Iran?s national interests. He emphasized that Iran doesn?t need approval from the U.S. or any other country to make its own decisions. Khamenei said true independence means not relying on permission from countries like the United States, and he called the proposal completely opposed to the principles of the 1979 Islamic Revolution. He also made it clear that Iran has no plans to stop enriching uranium, saying the nuclear program would be pointless without it. Questioning the U.S., he asked, ?Who are you to decide if we can have a nuclear program or not??
VP Vance speaks at American Compass Gala in D.C.
Vice President JD Vance spoke at the American Compass Gala in Washington D.C. on Thursday.
Vice President JD Vance spoke at the American Compass Gala in Washington D.C. on Thursday.
Lawmakers react to Musk?s criticism of budget bill
Elon Musk on Tuesday weighed in on the "big, beautiful bill" the Trump administration and congressional Republicans are working to advance, criticizing it as a "disgusting abomination" due to its projected effect on budget deficits. LiveNOW?s Andrew Craft is speaking with congressional correspondent for Deseret News, Cami Mondeaux and Fox News Radio?s Ryan Schmelz.
Elon Musk on Tuesday weighed in on the "big, beautiful bill" the Trump administration and congressional Republicans are working to advance, criticizing it as a "disgusting abomination" due to its projected effect on budget deficits. LiveNOW?s Andrew Craft is speaking with congressional correspondent for Deseret News, Cami Mondeaux and Fox News Radio?s Ryan Schmelz.
USNS Harvey Milk to be renamed at Hegseth's order
The ship was named after the slain gay rights activist who served as a sailor during the Korean War.
The ship was named after the slain gay rights activist who served as a sailor during the Korean War.
Trump's 'big, beautiful' bill is a 'disgusting abomination,' Elon Musk now says
Elon Musk has strongly criticized President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax-and-spending bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination" and urging lawmakers to reject it.
Elon Musk has strongly criticized President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax-and-spending bill, calling it a “disgusting abomination" and urging lawmakers to reject it.
Johnson: Musk 'terribly wrong' over bill criticism
Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday said Elon Musk's criticism of President Trump's agenda bill is 'terribly wrong'.
Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday said Elon Musk's criticism of President Trump's agenda bill is 'terribly wrong'.
Trump’s fresh White House portrait sparks interest amid controversy over National Portrait Gallery leadership
The portrait shows Trump with a red tie and no expression, replacing the previous image from the beginning of his second term.
The portrait shows Trump with a red tie and no expression, replacing the previous image from the beginning of his second term.
President Trump to resumes talks with China on trade
President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to talk soon to work through trade disagreements, especially about important minerals, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday. Last Friday, Trump said China broke a deal with the U.S. by not following through on their agreement to ease tariffs and trade limits on these key minerals. Jack Burnham with the FDD weighs in.
President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to talk soon to work through trade disagreements, especially about important minerals, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday. Last Friday, Trump said China broke a deal with the U.S. by not following through on their agreement to ease tariffs and trade limits on these key minerals. Jack Burnham with the FDD weighs in.
Looking ahead to the 2026 midterm elections
The Washington Post's Dylan Wells joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to look ahead to the 2026 midterm elections and discuss recent messaging from Democrats.
The Washington Post's Dylan Wells joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to look ahead to the 2026 midterm elections and discuss recent messaging from Democrats.
Colorado Rep. Gabe Evans reacts to Boulder attack
Rep. Gabe Evans (R-Colorado) joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to discuss the attack in Boulder, where 12 people were injured when hit with Molotov cocktails during an event advocating for the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza. The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, was charged with 16 counts of attempted murder and federal hate crime. He was heard yelling "Free Palestine" as he threw the makeshift incendiary devices at the crowd. Authorities say Soliman is an Egyptian national who had overstayed his visa. He was previously banned from purchasing a gun in Colorado because of his immigration status. Rep. Evans said that should have flagged authorities, which he believes could have ultimately prevented the Sunday attack.
Rep. Gabe Evans (R-Colorado) joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to discuss the attack in Boulder, where 12 people were injured when hit with Molotov cocktails during an event advocating for the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza. The suspect, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, was charged with 16 counts of attempted murder and federal hate crime. He was heard yelling "Free Palestine" as he threw the makeshift incendiary devices at the crowd. Authorities say Soliman is an Egyptian national who had overstayed his visa. He was previously banned from purchasing a gun in Colorado because of his immigration status. Rep. Evans said that should have flagged authorities, which he believes could have ultimately prevented the Sunday attack.
Trump Burger chain grows popular in Texas, controversial with critics
A growing Texas burger chain themed around Donald Trump blends political spectacle with fast food, drawing both loyalists and critics in equal measure—with a menu and vibe that feel more rally than restaurant.
A growing Texas burger chain themed around Donald Trump blends political spectacle with fast food, drawing both loyalists and critics in equal measure—with a menu and vibe that feel more rally than restaurant.