What is ‘habeas corpus’ and why might the Trump administration suspend it?

Top Trump adviser Stephen Miller says the administration is exploring suspending habeas corpus amid immigration crackdowns—but what is this centuries-old legal protection, and can a president really suspend it?

Acting FEMA director replaced after saying he doesn't want to dismantle agency

The acting administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency has been replaced after testifying that he didn’t want to see the agency eliminated.

Majority of Americans disapprove of Trump's treatment of colleges, poll finds

The president has attempted to force change at some of the nation’s top universities that he believes are linked to liberalism and antisemitism.

Gov. Kemp signing FY2026 budget, regulatory reform legislation Friday

Gov. Brian Kemp will sign Georgia’s $37.7 billion FY2026 budget, which includes major investments in prisons, education, and health care.

MTG's Gulf of America Act passed by U.S. House, moves on to Senate

The U.S. House passed the Gulf of America Act, a bill introduced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America.”

Gov. Kemp says he will remain involved in Georgia politics

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has confirmed he will not run for U.S. Senate, but says he will remain actively involved in politics.

Trump to name Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as DC's top federal prosecutor

President Donald Trump said Thursday that he is naming Fox News host Jeanine Pirro, a former county prosecutor and elected judge, to be the top federal prosecutor for the nation’s capital after abandoning his first pick for the job.

Trump calls for 30-day ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war, threatens sanctions

President Trump has called for an “unconditional" 30-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine and said the U.S. will impose sanctions if it’s not respected.

Trump announces trade deal with UK, cuts tariffs on some goods

President Donald Trump announced a trade deal between the United States and Britain that will lower tariffs on some goods.

Bill Gates announces plans for his $107B fortune

The billionaire and philanthropist recently detailed a plan for his fortune, and here's what we know.

Gov. Kemp signs public safety, Hurricane Helene relief bills today

Gov. Brian Kemp will sign legislation on May 8 to support law enforcement and enhance public safety at a ceremony in Forsyth.

Rep. Buddy Carter enters 2026 Senate race against Sen. Jon Ossoff

Georgia Rep. Buddy Carter is the first Republican to throw his hat in the ring for the chance to challenge Sen. Jon Ossoff in 2026.

Marjorie Taylor Greene talks 2026 run, women's sports bill, gulf name change

Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene says she is seriously considering a 2026 run for U.S. Senate against Democratic incumbent Jon Ossoff—and possibly a bid for governor.

Biden critical of Trump's pressure on Ukraine in 1st post-presidential interview

Former President Joe Biden also said it was a “difficult decision” to leave the U.S. presidential race in 2024 four months from Election Day to allow former Vice President Kamala Harris to challenge Trump.

Supreme Court allows Trump’s transgender military ban to take effect

The Supreme Court is allowing President Trump’s transgender military ban to take effect while lawsuits continue, affecting thousands of service members.