Trump admin using federal prisons to detain people arrested in immigration crackdown

The Bureau of Prisons confirmed it is detaining some immigrants arrested under Trump’s latest enforcement efforts, reviving a practice that faced legal challenges during his first term.

19 states sue to stop DOGE from accessing Americans’ personal data

The suit alleges that the Trump administration allowed Musk’s team access to the Treasury Department’s central payment system, which is a violation of federal law.

Texas Elon Musk mural defaced: 'Deny, Defend, Depose'

The words, "deny, defend, depose" were painted across a mural of billionaire Elon Musk in Brownsville, Texas.

Sen. Jon Ossoff says Elon Musk's access to personal data is national security risk

Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff is raising concerns that Elon Musk’s access to classified government data and Americans’ personal information could pose a national security threat.

'BACK TO PLASTIC' Trump to sign executive order banning paper straws

In a recent post on the social media platform Truth Social, President Trump stated he will be signing an executive order to “the ridiculous Biden push for Paper Straws."

Trump executive order blasts Biden's 'anti-Christian government'

President Trump’s executive order directs Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate the “targeting” of Christians.

House Judiciary Committee seeks testimony, documents from Fulton County DA employees

The House Judiciary Committee, which is led by Ohio Republican Rep. Jim Jordan, says it is continuing its investigation into “politically motivated prosecutions," focusing on the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office.

US shoppers hit with new fees on their packages, up to $50

U.S. consumers have already been feeling the impact of President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on products made in China. 

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calls for Trump tax cuts to be made permanent

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday signaled that the White House wants Trump's tax cut package from 2017 to be extended permanently before their expiration this year, rather than a temporary extension.

Elon Musk's DOGE team visits CDC in Atlanta, reports say

DOGE has rapidly expanded its presence across multiple federal agencies, with reports confirming that representatives visited the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Wednesday.

Warnock calls Trump's pick to lead OMB, Russell Vought, 'radical' and 'extreme'

Senate Democrats, led by Raphael Warnock, filibustered to delay the vote on Russell Vought's nomination for the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

Protesters rally at Georgia State Capitol against President Trump, Project 2025

Dozens of demonstrators gathered outside the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta on Wednesday as part of a nationwide protest against President Trump and his administration’s policies.

Second judge pauses Trump’s birthright citizenship order

The president’s citizenship order was already on hold temporarily after multiple states filed lawsuits to stop the executive action.

Is FAFSA part of the Education Department? And other things to know

Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.