Jack Smith hit with criminal referral from Rep. Jordan
We are learning more this week as former special counsel Jack Smith is maintaining his innocence after House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan referred Smith to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for potential criminal charges. The Republican from Ohio has accused Smith of lying while under oath during a deposition before his House GOP-led panel in late 2025. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with David Spunt with Fox News in Washington, D.C. as Smith faces increased scrutiny from Republicans.
We are learning more this week as former special counsel Jack Smith is maintaining his innocence after House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan referred Smith to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for potential criminal charges. The Republican from Ohio has accused Smith of lying while under oath during a deposition before his House GOP-led panel in late 2025. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with David Spunt with Fox News in Washington, D.C. as Smith faces increased scrutiny from Republicans.
Civil rights groups sue HHS for cutting child care, family assistance
The Department of Health and Human Services is facing a lawsuit from advocacy groups seeking to block proposed cuts and tighter restrictions on federal child care and family assistance funding.
The Department of Health and Human Services is facing a lawsuit from advocacy groups seeking to block proposed cuts and tighter restrictions on federal child care and family assistance funding.
Montana senator facing jail time after misconduct conviction
Former Montana state Senate President Jason Ellsworth was convicted this week of awarding no-bid contracts to a company with ties to a long-time business associate.
Former Montana state Senate President Jason Ellsworth was convicted this week of awarding no-bid contracts to a company with ties to a long-time business associate.
House narrowly passes $1.15 trillion defense bill: What to know
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in military spending in a largely party-line 216-212 vote.
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in military spending in a largely party-line 216-212 vote.
Trump Cabinet members are looking to join TikTok
We are learning more as federal employees will now have the ability to download TikTok onto their government devices. This comes after a reported yearslong ban. This reversal comes after ByteDance, TikTok's Chinese parent company, transferred control of the app's U.S. user data and operations to TikTok U.S. Data Security (TikTok USDS). LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Adam Kovacevich, the Founder and CEO of Chamber of Progress, as a number of Trump admin officials and departments start to post on the social media site.
We are learning more as federal employees will now have the ability to download TikTok onto their government devices. This comes after a reported yearslong ban. This reversal comes after ByteDance, TikTok's Chinese parent company, transferred control of the app's U.S. user data and operations to TikTok U.S. Data Security (TikTok USDS). LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Adam Kovacevich, the Founder and CEO of Chamber of Progress, as a number of Trump admin officials and departments start to post on the social media site.
President Trump takes family of fallen soldier to Georgia on Air Force One
President Donald Trump traveled to Dover Air Force Base on Wednesday morning to attend the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members who recently lost their lives in the Middle East.
President Donald Trump traveled to Dover Air Force Base on Wednesday morning to attend the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members who recently lost their lives in the Middle East.
President Trump takes family of fallen soldier to Georgia on Air Force One
President Donald Trump traveled to Dover Air Force Base on Wednesday morning to attend the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members who recently lost their lives in the Middle East. After the event, Trump was scheduled to depart for Georgia, and when he found out that the family of one of the service members killed was headed there too, the president offered one more gesture to them to show the nation’s appreciation.
President Donald Trump traveled to Dover Air Force Base on Wednesday morning to attend the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members who recently lost their lives in the Middle East. After the event, Trump was scheduled to depart for Georgia, and when he found out that the family of one of the service members killed was headed there too, the president offered one more gesture to them to show the nation’s appreciation.
Speaker Mike Johnson remarks on $95B budget proposal
We are learning more as Speaker Mike Johnson delivers remarks after the House adopted a $95 billion budget proposal Wednesday. Experts are saying this represents a long-shot effort to fund ongoing conflict against Iran. A number of House Republicans were divided over the plan. The vote tally was 216-214, with all Democrats opposed.
We are learning more as Speaker Mike Johnson delivers remarks after the House adopted a $95 billion budget proposal Wednesday. Experts are saying this represents a long-shot effort to fund ongoing conflict against Iran. A number of House Republicans were divided over the plan. The vote tally was 216-214, with all Democrats opposed.
Florida Congressman Cory Mills under active investigation by DOJ: Source to FOX News
Florida Congressman Cory Mills is under active criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice, according to FOX News, citing a source familiar with the matter.
Florida Congressman Cory Mills is under active criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice, according to FOX News, citing a source familiar with the matter.
Trump says Iran wants to 'meet' amid ongoing conflict
We are learning more this Tuesday after reports of a new multi-decade deal that could potentially pave the way for the United States to help Saudi Arabia with uranium enrichment capabilities. This comes as the United States continues to strike Iran, with the conflict between the two nations showing no signs of stopping. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with political scientist Dr. Benjamin Radd as the Trump administration balances diplomatic efforts across the Middle East.
We are learning more this Tuesday after reports of a new multi-decade deal that could potentially pave the way for the United States to help Saudi Arabia with uranium enrichment capabilities. This comes as the United States continues to strike Iran, with the conflict between the two nations showing no signs of stopping. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with political scientist Dr. Benjamin Radd as the Trump administration balances diplomatic efforts across the Middle East.
Trump orders 10th day of strikes against Iran
We are now learning this Monday that the U.S. military is continuing strikes on Iran for a 10th straight night. “Today at 4 p.m. ET, U.S. forces began a new round of strikes against Iran at the Commander in Chief's direction,” U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said on social media. Reports indicate that the fresh wave of strikes came at the direction of President Donald Trump. “The strikes are designed to further degrade Iranian military capabilities used to attack commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz,” the command added.
We are now learning this Monday that the U.S. military is continuing strikes on Iran for a 10th straight night. “Today at 4 p.m. ET, U.S. forces began a new round of strikes against Iran at the Commander in Chief's direction,” U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said on social media. Reports indicate that the fresh wave of strikes came at the direction of President Donald Trump. “The strikes are designed to further degrade Iranian military capabilities used to attack commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz,” the command added.
Trump imposes 50% tariff on some Canadian goods
We are now learning this Monday that the Trump administration is planning to impose a 50% tariff on certain Canadian imports. This comes as members of the Trump admin officials blame "discrimination" against American businesses as the reason behind the decision. "I find that it is necessary and appropriate and in the public interest to impose an additional ad valorem duty of 50 percent on certain products of Canada," the order said, according to Fox Business.
We are now learning this Monday that the Trump administration is planning to impose a 50% tariff on certain Canadian imports. This comes as members of the Trump admin officials blame "discrimination" against American businesses as the reason behind the decision. "I find that it is necessary and appropriate and in the public interest to impose an additional ad valorem duty of 50 percent on certain products of Canada," the order said, according to Fox Business.
Trump calls for investigation into manual used in climate change cases
President Donald Trump has called for a formal review of a federal reference manual, alleging the updated text relies on "false science" regarding climate change, and claiming that it contains "discredited" information.
President Donald Trump has called for a formal review of a federal reference manual, alleging the updated text relies on "false science" regarding climate change, and claiming that it contains "discredited" information.
Rubio talks Iran ahead of trip to Manila for summit
We are watching as Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to reporters ahead of his trip to Manila. Sec. Rubio spoke before departing from Joint Base Andrews. He plans to attend the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting in the Philippines set to take place this week. Rubio spoke about a number of topics and was questioned about the ongoing conflict that is being seen in the Middle East. This comes as the United States continues to launch attacks on Iran through the weekend.
We are watching as Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to reporters ahead of his trip to Manila. Sec. Rubio spoke before departing from Joint Base Andrews. He plans to attend the 59th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting in the Philippines set to take place this week. Rubio spoke about a number of topics and was questioned about the ongoing conflict that is being seen in the Middle East. This comes as the United States continues to launch attacks on Iran through the weekend.
Trump speaks after attending World Cup final
President Donald Trump had the chance to help deliver soccer’s greatest prize to Spain, who topped Argentina, 1-0 in the World Cup final on Sunday. He was joined by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, who stood alongside the president during the trophy ceremony. President Trump took questions from reporters as he traveled back from the World Cup final, on his way back to the White House.
President Donald Trump had the chance to help deliver soccer’s greatest prize to Spain, who topped Argentina, 1-0 in the World Cup final on Sunday. He was joined by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, who stood alongside the president during the trophy ceremony. President Trump took questions from reporters as he traveled back from the World Cup final, on his way back to the White House.
Mark Lynch enters race for SC GOP Senate seat
Businessman Mark Lynch, who ran against Lindsey Graham in the recent June primary, has announced his candidacy for the now open Senate seat in South Carolina. This comes as Rep. Ralph Norman says he will also run for the seat in the wake of Sen. Graham’s death. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with GOP candidate Mark Lynch as he explains why he would be the best choice to follow in Sen. Graham’s footsteps in Washington, D.C.
Businessman Mark Lynch, who ran against Lindsey Graham in the recent June primary, has announced his candidacy for the now open Senate seat in South Carolina. This comes as Rep. Ralph Norman says he will also run for the seat in the wake of Sen. Graham’s death. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with GOP candidate Mark Lynch as he explains why he would be the best choice to follow in Sen. Graham’s footsteps in Washington, D.C.
Evers endorses Crowley in Wisconsin governor race
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers broke his one-year silence on who he wants to replace him. On Saturday, he officially endorsed David Crowley, a candidate who got out of the race last week, only to jump back in. LiveNOW’s Alex Goldberg is speaking with Jessie Opoien from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel as voters gear up to cast their votes in a governors race that might have just gotten more complicated.
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers broke his one-year silence on who he wants to replace him. On Saturday, he officially endorsed David Crowley, a candidate who got out of the race last week, only to jump back in. LiveNOW’s Alex Goldberg is speaking with Jessie Opoien from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel as voters gear up to cast their votes in a governors race that might have just gotten more complicated.
Special primary is set to fill Sen. Graham's seat
AP reporter Meg Kinnard joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to break down the upcoming special primary in South Carolina to fill the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat.
AP reporter Meg Kinnard joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to break down the upcoming special primary in South Carolina to fill the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat.
DHS threatens states with fines over election measures
Votebeat's Jessica Huseman joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to break down President Trump's primetime address Thursday night announcing the declassification of intelligence documents pertaining to election vulnerabilities in the United States and DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin's comments Friday that the DHS will issues fines and charges to states over election measures.
Votebeat's Jessica Huseman joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to break down President Trump's primetime address Thursday night announcing the declassification of intelligence documents pertaining to election vulnerabilities in the United States and DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin's comments Friday that the DHS will issues fines and charges to states over election measures.
Trump administration may charge $100K bonds for green-card applicants: reports
Some green-card applicants would have to pay a $100,000 bond for lawful permanent residence in the U.S. under a new policy proposed by the Trump administration.
Some green-card applicants would have to pay a $100,000 bond for lawful permanent residence in the U.S. under a new policy proposed by the Trump administration.