FBI fires analysts linked to controversial 'Catholic ideology' memo

Several FBI analysts tied to the creation of a 2023 memo warning of a potential threat from Catholic “violent extremists" were fired by the agency The dismissals reignited a political battle over allegations that federal law enforcement targeted religious conservatives.

Judge rejects Trump administration policy impacting immigrants from 39 countries

A federal judge struck down a Trump administration immigration policy imposed against 39 nations following the shooting of two National Guard members in 2025.

Bob Packwood, former Oregon senator who resigned after scandal, dies

Bob Packwood, a former Oregon Republican senator whose career ended after multiple allegations of sexual harassment, has died at 93. 

Endorsements split Fulton County Commission chair race

The race for Fulton County Commission Chair has intensified as high-profile local leaders split their support between the two candidates heading into a critical summer runoff election.

Ocean Observatories Initiative dismantled by Trump administration: What to know

The Ocean Observatories Initiative, a network of over 900 sensors that track everything from climate change to extreme weather, is being dismantled by the Trump administration.

Hegseth appears to use D-Day speech to talk about immigration

In a speech marking the anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeared to use the occasion to draw a parallel between the Allied liberation of Europe during World War II and immigration by sea.

House votes to cut funding for WIC, program that feeds pregnant women and children

The House has advanced a budget bill that cuts $200 million in funding for WIC, a program that provides healthy foods to millions of pregnant women, new moms and their young children.

Trump pardons Stephen Buyer, GOP congressman convicted of insider trading

President Donald Trump has pardoned Stephen Buyer, the former Republican congressman who spent two years in prison for making illegal stock trades based on inside information.

Judge halts Trump SNAP state restrictions: What to know

A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.

12% of Americans say Iran war has been 'more positive than negative'

A new poll indicates that while most Americans view the ongoing Iran war as detrimental to U.S. interests, a small segment of the population views the conflict favorably.

Kennedy Center begins scrubbing Trump’s name following federal court ruling

The Kennedy Center has started the process of stripping President Donald Trump’s name from its branding following a major defeat in federal court, according to a report from The Associated Press.

Trump announces $700M coal initiative using Defense Production Act

President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.

Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton expected to plead guilty in classified information case

Former White House National Security Advisor John Bolton is expected to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified information as part of a plea agreement with federal prosecutors.

Trump signs order affecting job protections for 8,000 federal employees

As part of a broader overhaul to the federal workforce, on Wednesday, President Trump signed an executive order to make it easier to terminate thousands of government workers. 

Kemp rejects calls for Centegix investigation by Democrats

Gov. Brian Kemp's office is dismissing Democratic lawmakers' calls for an investigation into school safety contractor Centegix.

Over 35 lawmakers demand probe into Kemp and Dooley contracts

More than 35 Democratic state legislators are demanding that Gov. Brian Kemp launch an independent investigation into school safety contractor Centegix.

Support for same-sex marriage hits new low, poll shows

While more than half of Americans still advocate for same-sex marriage overall support has declined over the last couple of years as attitudes nationwide have shifted, according to a new poll.

Metro Atlanta district attorney sues over non-partisan elections

A metro Atlanta prosecutor is taking legal action against the state, claiming a new law selectively strips critical political information from local ballots.

Dan Sullivan vs. Dan Sullivan: Alaska GOP senator claims ballot ‘dirty trick’

Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan has accused Democrats and former Rep. Mary Peltola's campaign of a political "dirty trick" after another candidate named Dan Sullivan qualified for Alaska's Senate primary ballot.