Trump, Putin Meeting Underway in Alaska to Discuss Peace in Ukraine
Trump, Putin Meeting Underway in Alaska to Discuss Peace in Ukraine

Eyes from across the globe are on Anchorage, Alaska, at this hour, watching the outcome of the historic, high-stakes summit with President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. 

Locals, Visitors React to Crime Crackdown as Trump Looks to Extend Federal Control of D.C. Police
Locals, Visitors React to Crime Crackdown as Trump Looks to Extend Federal Control of D.C. Police

The standoff over control of Washington’s police force is intensifying tonight. President Donald Trump is moving to keep federal authority in place beyond the 30 days allowed under Section 740 of the District’s Home Rule Act. 

Trump Speaks with Zelenskyy, EU Leaders Ahead of High-Stakes Alaska Summit with Putin
Trump Speaks with Zelenskyy, EU Leaders Ahead of High-Stakes Alaska Summit with Putin

On Friday, President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet face-to-face for the first time since Trump’s first term. The meeting is happening on U.S. soil, at one of America’s most strategically important military bases. 

Congress Faces Tight Deadline to Fund Government, Short-Term Spending Bill Appears Likely
Congress Faces Tight Deadline to Fund Government, Short-Term Spending Bill Appears Likely

Given the tight window from when lawmakers return to DC and the Oct. 1 funding deadline, the likely outcome will be another short-term spending measure that maintains current levels of funding in place since the Biden administration. 

Consumer Price Index Report shows Impact of Trump's Tariffs
Consumer Price Index Report shows Impact of Trump's Tariffs

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In the latest Consumer Price Index report, it shows prices for consumers went up about 2.7% over the past year. Consumer experts said tariffs showed some impact on prices but overall, inflation accelerated slightly less than expected. T

August 12th, 4:21 PM EDT
Trump Orders Federal Takeover of D.C. Police, Activates National Guard Amid Crime Concerns
Trump Orders Federal Takeover of D.C. Police, Activates National Guard Amid Crime Concerns

Today, President Trump announced major changes for law enforcement in Washington, D.C. The executive actions come in response to crime rates in the nation’s capital, recent shootings and assaults. 

Trump Suggests "Land Swapping" Could be made to End War in Ukraine
Trump Suggests "Land Swapping" Could be made to End War in Ukraine

WASHINGTON, D.C. - “Keep fighting” or “we can make a deal”, those are the options President Trump said Russia’s President Vladimir Putin will have at their meeting this Friday. The President also said Ukraine and Russia might

August 11th, 4:14 PM EDT
Israel Approves Plan to Take Control of Gaza City, Drawing Global Backlash
Israel Approves Plan to Take Control of Gaza City, Drawing Global Backlash

Israel’s security cabinet has approved a controversial new plan aimed at asserting control over Gaza City — a move that could trigger even further escalation in the ongoing conflict. 

Poll Shows Ukrainians in Favor of Negotiations to End War, Reversal of Feelings Since the Start of Conflict
Poll Shows Ukrainians in Favor of Negotiations to End War, Reversal of Feelings Since the Start of Conflict

WASHINGTON, D.C. - New Gallup polling shows that Ukrainians are now more eager to end the war through negotiations, rather than fighting until the end. Many believe either way, it’s unlikely the war will end anytime soon. Overnight, Russia deployed

August 8th, 4:12 PM EDT
Trump’s New Tariff Plan Takes Effect, Marking Major Shift in U.S. Trade Policy
Trump’s New Tariff Plan Takes Effect, Marking Major Shift in U.S. Trade Policy

Just after midnight, a sweeping set of tariffs kicked in— marking the biggest shift in U.S. trade policy in decades. Most imports now face a minimum 10% duty, with the average tariff rate expected to climb above 17%— the highest since the Great Depression

Trump, Putin Could Meet "In Coming Days"
Trump, Putin Could Meet "In Coming Days"

WASHINGTON, D.C. - President Donald Trump could meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin as early as next week. It would be their first in-person meeting since Trump’s return to office. Putin has suggested that the potential meeting could take pla

August 7th, 5:38 PM EDT
Lawmakers, Experts Aim to Make Online Gaming Safer for Kids
Lawmakers, Experts Aim to Make Online Gaming Safer for Kids

According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, more than 80% of kids ages 5-18 play video games. While games like Roblox, Minecraft, and Fortnite offer fun and connection—they also open the door to risks: predators, bullying and toxic behavior

Trump Threatens to "Federalize" Washington D.C. due to Crime Concerns
Trump Threatens to "Federalize" Washington D.C. due to Crime Concerns

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In our nation’s capital, where politics govern the nation, the politics of Washington, D.C. itself could change. President Donald Trump threatened to take federal control of DC because crime is “out of control”. If DC

August 6th, 4:48 PM EDT
Redistricting Fight in Texas Sparks National Political Battle Over Congressional Maps
Redistricting Fight in Texas Sparks National Political Battle Over Congressional Maps

Republicans are attempting to redraw TX's congressional lines to gain more House seats, but Democratic state lawmakers have fled- blocking a vote on the proposed map. The redistricting fight in Texas is turning into more than a statehouse scuffle

Israel Reportedly Plans to Occupy All of Gaza
Israel Reportedly Plans to Occupy All of Gaza

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Israel’s Prime Minister is reportedly pushing to occupy all of the Gaza strip. Families of hostages still held in Gaza are concerned that these plans could further endanger the hostages and possibly lose any chance of getting them

August 5th, 4:50 PM EDT
Following Firing of BLS Commissioner, Political Scientist Emphasizes Importance of Independence from Government Agencies
Following Firing of BLS Commissioner, Political Scientist Emphasizes Importance of Independence from Government Agencies

The BLS is tasked with collecting and analyzing labor and economic data independently, without direct control from the Labor Department or the executive branch. 

Debate Intensifies on Whether Congressional Members Should be Banned from Trading Stocks
Debate Intensifies on Whether Congressional Members Should be Banned from Trading Stocks

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Should congressional members be banned from trading stocks? There’s been recent lively debate in Washington surrounding that question. A Senate committee advanced legislation on this and the House could soon vote on similar legisl

July 31st, 5:55 PM EDT
Senate Democrats to use Arcane Law to get Epstein Files from DOJ
Senate Democrats to use Arcane Law to get Epstein Files from DOJ

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Democrats will try to force the Department of Justice to hand over files on disgraced financier and convicted sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein. The Democrats are using a little-known law to get those files. “Invoking a century

July 30th, 4:20 PM EDT
Seniors Get a Boost: What to Know About the New Senior Tax Break Included in “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act”
Seniors Get a Boost: What to Know About the New Senior Tax Break Included in “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act”

A new tax break is heading to seniors' wallets. It comes in the form of a new deduction tucked into the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act,” recently signed into law by President Donald Trump. 

White House Budget Proposal Seeks to Reduce National Cancer Institute Funding- Raising Alarms Among Advocates
White House Budget Proposal Seeks to Reduce National Cancer Institute Funding- Raising Alarms Among Advocates

Advocates say the proposed cuts, combined with sweeping changes in the recently passed “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act,” could deal a devastating blow to cancer research—especially for rare cancers and underserved communities. 

Federal Reserve Expected to Keep Interest Rates the Same
Federal Reserve Expected to Keep Interest Rates the Same

WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Wednesday the Federal reserve is expected to announce they are not changing interest rates. Keeping those rates the same could fire up President Trump, who is already frustrated with the central bank and their Chair, Jerome Powell. T

July 29th, 5:16 PM EDT
Trump Increases Pressure, Moves Up Peace Deadline for Putin
Trump Increases Pressure, Moves Up Peace Deadline for Putin

Patience for Vladimir Putin is running thin with President Trump over Russia’s ongoing war with Ukraine. According to Ukrainian officials, Russia launched 200 drones and roughly 30 missiles on Saturday alone. It’s just the latest in a relentless offensive

Ethics Committee Reprimands Rep. Kelly Over Wife's Stock Trading
Ethics Committee Reprimands Rep. Kelly Over Wife's Stock Trading

WASHINGTON, D.C. - After a nearly four-year long investigation, the House Ethics Committee recommends Pennsylvania Representative Mike Kelly (R- PA) and his wife to divest their holdings from Cleveland-Cliffs, a steel manufacturer, before he takes any mor

July 28th, 5:46 PM EDT
US Walks Away from Ceasefire Negotiations with Hamas, Starvation Plagues Gaza
US Walks Away from Ceasefire Negotiations with Hamas, Starvation Plagues Gaza

WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Friday, President Trump said US negotiators have walked away from ceasefire talks with Hamas. As the peace talks break down, starvation in Gaza worsens. “Hamas didn't really want to make a deal,” said the President before

July 25th, 2:26 PM EDT
House Oversight Committee Subpoenas Epstein Associate for Deposition
House Oversight Committee Subpoenas Epstein Associate for Deposition

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The saga surrounding disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein continues. Some of the President’s allies in congress voted to subpoena the Department of Justice for files on Epstein. Alongside that subpoena from a House Oversight subcom

July 24th, 3:57 PM EDT
Global Politics Expert Details Impact of US Withdrawing from UNESCO
Global Politics Expert Details Impact of US Withdrawing from UNESCO

WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Tuesday, the Trump administration announced they are withdrawing the US from UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. They're an arm of the United Nations that aims to promote international cooper

July 23rd, 10:03 PM EDT
Gillibrand Pushes for Child Care Funding for Police Officers in Bipartisan Bill
Gillibrand Pushes for Child Care Funding for Police Officers in Bipartisan Bill

In the line of duty, police officers are trained to expect the unexpected. But there’s one challenge many never expected to face—finding someone to watch their kids while they protect their communities. 

New CBO Report Fuels Political Clash Over Trump’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill”
New CBO Report Fuels Political Clash Over Trump’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill”

The report is giving Democrats some ammunition but Republicans say CBO scores and reports aren’t always accurate. The nonpartisan agency within Congress says Trump’s signature law will pump $3.4 trillion into federal deficits over the next decade.

House to Cut Legislative Business Short Amid Tensions on Epstein Files
House to Cut Legislative Business Short Amid Tensions on Epstein Files

WASHINGTON, D.C. - House members will be going on their August recess break early, all to avoid holding a vote on releasing files on accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. Members on both sides of the aisle have been pressuring the administration since l

July 22nd, 5:30 PM EDT
New Law Expected to Deliver Big Changes for Crypto in the U.S.
New Law Expected to Deliver Big Changes for Crypto in the U.S.

There’s been a mad dash on Capitol Hill to get this legislation, and other similar bills, across the finish line. Lawmakers say the Genius Act is just one critical component of a broader effort to regulate cryptocurrency in the United States.