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ACLU Sues to Halt Trump ICE Crackdown in Minnesota
The American Civil Liberties Union sued the Trump administration Thursday, seeking a court order to stop what it says are unconstitutional immigration enforcement tactics by federal agents in Minnesota.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:54:14 EDT
Senators Vow to Keep Moving Forward on Crypto Legislation
After Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., canceled a markup on legislation regulating cryptocurrencies, senators are vowing this is not the end of the legislation.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:54:07 EDT
Dem Rep. Thanedar Bill Would Abolish ICE; 'Beyond Reform'
Rep. Shri Thanedar, D-Mich., on Thursday introduced legislation aimed at eliminating Immigration and Customs Enforcement, arguing that "Americans are being terrorized" and that the agency is "beyond reform."
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:16:05 EDT
US Judge Dismisses DOJ Lawsuit Seeking Calif. Voter Details
A federal judge on Thursday dismissed a U.S. Justice Department lawsuit that sought an unredacted statewide voter registration list from California.U.S. District Judge David Carter in Santa Ana said the Justice Department's claims were insufficient under federal civil...
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:09:52 EDT
GOP Senators Move to Block Trump Marijuana Reclassification
Republican Sens. Ted Budd of North Carolina and James Lankford of Oklahoma are moving to block the Trump administration's effort to reclassify marijuana under federal law, arguing the move would undermine public safety and bypass Congress.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 20:13:10 EDT
Renee Good's Family Launching Independent Probe
The family of Renee Good plans an independent investigation into her shooting death last week by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, the family's attorney said Thursday.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 20:09:13 EDT
US, Taiwan Reach Deal to Cut Tariffs, Boost Chip Investment
The United States said Thursday that it has signed a deal with Taiwan to reduce tariffs on goods from the democratic island, while increasing Taiwanese semiconductor and tech companies' investments in America.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:48:04 EDT
Republicans Call for More Training for ICE Officers
Several Republican lawmakers have said Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers should receive more training following the fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:36:09 EDT
HHS to Launch Study on Cellphone Radiation Health Risks
The Department of Health and Human Services will launch a study on cellphone radiation, a department spokesman said on Thursday, building on Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s assertions linking them to neurological damage and cancer.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:17:19 EDT
Stephen Miller: Minn. Leaders Fuel 'Insurgency' on Feds
State officials in Minnesota are stoking "an insurgency against the federal government" by resisting immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis, White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said Thursday.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:56:58 EDT
Rare Trump-Schumer WH Meeting Focuses on N.Y. Rail Project
President Donald Trump met at the White House with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., Wednesday to discuss the Gateway project to expand rail capacity in New York, for which the Trump administration froze funding last October.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:31:45 EDT
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.