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DOJ: USPS Handgun by Mail Ban Cannot Stand
The Justice Department said Thursday it will no longer enforce a nearly century-old ban on mailing handguns through the U.S. Postal Service, saying the restriction violates the Second Amendment and could prompt changes to long-standing USPS firearms rules.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:09:01 EDT
Zelenskyy Disputes Trump Claim: Ukraine Not Blocking Peace
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday disputed President Donald Trump's claim that Ukraine is obstructing peace efforts with Russia, saying his country will "never be a stumbling block for peace."
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:03:28 EDT
Noem Names Wall ICE Deputy Director After Sheahan Resigns
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Thursday named a new deputy director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement following the resignation of Madison Sheahan, who left the agency to mount a congressional campaign in Ohio.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:26:59 EDT
Senate Passes Science Funding Boost After WH Sought Deep Cuts
The Senate voted on Thursday to approve billions of dollars in funding for federal science agencies, rejecting deep cuts proposed by the White House. The Senate bill approved significant science funding for NASA, the National Science Foundation and the National Oceanic ...
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:25:11 EDT
Hamas: Ready to Transfer Gaza Control
Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists on Thursday welcomed the Trump administration's announcement that the peace deal in the Gaza Strip had moved into its second phase, calling it a positive step and saying the group is "fully prepared" to transfer control of the territory to a...
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:07:55 EDT
Report: Washington Post Leaker Was Upset Over Recent Govt Activity
Aurelio Perez-Lugones, identified as the alleged source for a Washington Post reporter whose home was searched Wednesday, told federal investigators he was upset over "recent government activity," Assistant U.S. Attorney Patricia McLane said at a detention hearing.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:07:12 EDT
UW Investigates Researcher Over Controversial Social Media Post
The University of Washington says it is investigating a researcher after a social media comment aimed at a prominent school choice advocate was widely interpreted as endorsing political violence, prompting backlash from conservative groups and renewed questions about how...
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:53:05 EDT
Gun Group: Over 500 Million Firearms in US Civilian Hands
The firearm industry trade association reported on Thursday that more than 500 million firearms are now in civilian hands in the United States, according to newly released industry data compiled from federal records.The National Shooting Sports Foundation released its...
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:39:08 EDT
Cook Political Report Shifts 18 Races Toward Dems
The Cook Political Report has shifted 18 House races toward Democrats.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:33:04 EDT
388 Million Christians Faced Persecution Worldwide
More than 388 million Christians faced persecution in the past year, according to a new report by Open Doors, a Christian charity.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:20:08 EDT
Minneapolis Mayor to Protesters: Be Peaceful or 'Go Home'
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey struck a more conciliatory tone regarding protests tied to Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations, calling for peace after a second shooting involving a federal officer in less than a week.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:14:35 EDT
Pentagon to Overhaul 'Stars and Stripes' Military Newspaper
The War Department said Thursday it will overhaul "Stars and Stripes," the military newspaper with a long-standing promise of editorial independence.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:02:00 EDT
Wall Street Closes Higher as Banks, Chips Rally
U.S. stocks rose on Thursday after two days of declines as Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs shares shot up following upbeat quarterly results, while Taiwan-based chipmaker TSMC's blockbuster results boosted shares of U.S. chipmakers.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:55:11 EDT
GOP Lawmakers Rush to Finalize Trump Farm Aid Bill
Three top Republican agriculture leaders met Wednesday to discuss how to move forward with President Donald Trump's proposed farm aid package, as lawmakers race against a Jan. 30 deadline tied to broader federal funding legislation.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:54:42 EDT
Toronto Journalist: 'Concern for Jews Decidedly Unfashionable' in Canada
A wave of antisemitic attacks, intimidation and street protests targeting Jewish communities in Canada's largest city has prompted a stark warning from Toronto-based award-winning journalist Jesse Brown.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:40:22 EDT
Pentagon Moving Carrier Strike Group Toward Middle East
The Pentagon on Thursday began moving a carrier strike group from the South China Sea toward the Middle East as tensions escalate between the Trump administration and Iran, according to images from satellite data company Copernicus.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:51:19 EDT
Lutnick: Taiwan Chip Deal Worth $500 Billion
Under the terms of a new U.S. trade deal with Taiwan, companies from Taiwan will invest $250 billion and the island's government will invest another $250 billion to expand semiconductor manufacturing in the United States, Howard Lutnick said.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:50:55 EDT
Machado and Trump in 'Positive' Meeting at WH
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado met Donald Trump Thursday for what the White House called "positive" talks -- despite the U.S. president sidelining her and openly asking whether he, not Machado, should have gotten the Nobel Peace Prize.Since toppling...
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:32:32 EDT
Good's Former Father-in-Law Doesn't Blame ICE Officer
The former father-in-law of Renee Good says he doesn't blame the Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer who shot her."I'm not blaming anybody," Timmy Macklin told CNN.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:32:15 EDT
Karoline Leavitt: Trump Will Act if States Let Men Play Women's Sports
The Trump administration is prepared to take action against states that allow biological men to compete in women's sports if they violate an expected Supreme Court decision, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Thursday.