Trump signs DHS funding bill, ending a record shutdown

The House approved a bill on Thursday to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security to end the longest agency shutdown in history.

Casey Means out as Trump's nominee for surgeon general: Who's her replacement?

President Donald Trump has withdrawn his nomination of Casey Means to serve as U.S. surgeon general after her confirmation stalled in the Senate. 

Federal government made $186B in improper payments last fiscal year

A new Government Accountability Office (GAO) report reveals that improper federal spending surged to $186 billion in 2025. The GAO found that the bulk of these payments happened within the nation’s largest programs.

Trump considering reducing American troops in Germany after Iran war

President Donald Trump has intensified his pressure on Germany, as he contemplates lowering the number of U.S. troops in the country after a public disagreement with Chancellor Friedrich Merz tied to the conflict with Iran.

Supreme Court ruling sparks Georgia redistricting debate

A U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down a Louisiana electoral map is already fueling political debate in Georgia.

Supreme Court backs anti-abortion center in First Amendment case

An anti-abortion center won a Supreme Court ruling Wednesday, granting it the right to fight a New Jersey donor-list subpoena in court.

Ex-FBI Director Comey indicted again in probe over online post officials call a Trump threat

Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted again Tuesday, this time over a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach that officials say amounted to a threat against President Donald Trump.

Supreme Court rules on key Voting Rights Act rule, voids majority Black congressional district in Louisiana

The Supreme Court on Wednesday limited the scope of a key Voting Rights Act provision that restricts how states draw districts affecting minority voters, constraining states' use of race as a factor when drawing congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterms. 

Early voting turnout strong in Georgia primary

Early voting is continuing across Georgia as turnout remains strong in the state’s primary elections.

FCC orders ABC to file early TV license renewals amid Jimmy Kimmel controversy

The FCC is ordering ABC stations into early license renewal as political tensions and the Jimmy Kimmel controversy intensify. Here's what to know.

Former FBI Director James Comey indicted again in Justice Department probe

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted again, this time over a social media photo of seashells arranged on a beach that officials say constituted a threat against President Donald Trump.

Georgia Secretary of State candidates outline visions for office

Candidates vying for Georgia’s Secretary of State met in a series of high-stakes debates at the Georgia Public Broadcasting studios, outlining starkly different visions for the office that serves as the state’s chief election messenger and economic regulator.

New passports featuring Trump’s image unveiled by State Department

The State Department is rolling out passports with President Donald Trump’s image prominently featured on the inside cover. Here's what to know.

Georgia primary early voting breaks first-day records

Georgia saw record-breaking turnout on the first day of early voting for the 2026 primary, with 35,352 voters casting ballots in person.

Georgia governor debate highlights taxes, economy

Candidates for Georgia governor made their case to voters during the latest Atlanta Press Club debate as early voting gets underway for the primary.

Live updates: Rubio appears to rule out reported Iranian peace proposal

A reported proposal by Iran would reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the U.S. lifting its ongoing blockade and ending the war. However, it was another apparent condition of the deal that had Secretary of State Marco Rubio telling FOX News on Monday that the U.S. would not accept.