Mayor Brandon Johnson blasted President Donald Trump over what he described as “threats” to deploy the National Guard in Chicago to crack down on crime. Johnson’s comments came hours after the president on Friday said Chicago would be the next city to see federal intervention after the mission … Chicago mayor calls Trump’s National Guard deployment plan ‘uncoordinated, uncalled-for and unsound’Read more
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TikTok posts – As police clear DC homeless encampments, AI videos distort reality
TikTok videos show police clearing out homeless encampments in Washington, D.C.
Pennsylvania rejects DOJ request for voter rolls with personal data
Pennsylvania’s top election officer rebuffed an attempt from the Trump administration this week to obtain sensitive personal information, including driver’s license and Social Security numbers, for all state voters. “This request and reported efforts to collect broad data on millions of Americans represent a concerning attempt to expand … Pennsylvania rejects DOJ request for voter rolls with personal dataRead more
Trump says Intel has agreed to US stake
96 <!– {beacon} Technology Technology <!– The Big Story Trump says Intel has agreed to US stake President Trump said Friday that Intel has agreed to give the U.S. government a 10 percent stake in the company. © Chiang Ying-ying, Associated Press “They’ve agreed to do it, … Trump says Intel has agreed to US stakeRead more
Powell opens door to rate cut at Jackson Hole
96 <!– sup, sub { font-size: 100% !important; } sup { mso-text-raise:10% } sub { mso-text-raise:-10% } Welcome to The Hill’s Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy <!– The Big Story Powell tees up rate cut, but warns of inflation risks Federal … Powell opens door to rate cut at Jackson HoleRead more
Hegseth fires top US general after Iran assessment that angered Trump
Jeffrey Kruse ousted as head of DIA, which said US strikes had set back Tehran nuclear program only a few months The US defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, has fired a general whose agency’s initial intelligence assessment of damage to Iranian nuclear sites from US strikes angered Donald Trump, … Hegseth fires top US general after Iran assessment that angered TrumpRead more
Ghislaine Maxwell transcripts: what we know at a glance
US justice department released transcripts of interview with Jeffrey Epstein associate – here’s what we have learned The US Department of Justice has released the transcripts and audio recording of an interview conducted by Todd Blanche, the deputy attorney general, with the convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell. The … Ghislaine Maxwell transcripts: what we know at a glanceRead more
Trump says Intel has agreed to give US government a 10% stake
Unprecedented deal comes after president demanded CEO Lip-Bu Tan to resign over his ties to Chinese firms The US government has taken an unprecedented 10% stake in Intel under a deal with the struggling chipmaker and is planning more such moves, according to Donald Trump and commerce secretary … Trump says Intel has agreed to give US government a 10% stakeRead more
Royal Mail and DHL halt some US deliveries over tariffs
Services including Royal Mail and DHL say they are suspending deliveries until they have proper systems in place.
Lyle Menendez faces US parole hearing after brother Erik’s release denied
It is the older Menendez’s turn to make his request for freedom after the brothers spent decades in prison for killing their parents in 1989.
Fed chair Powell boosts expectation of US rate cut
Jerome Powell appeared to back a cut to borrowing rates and played down long term inflation risks in his annual speech at Jackson Hole.
White House announces chipmaker Intel to give US government 10% stake
President Trump earlier said the company’s CEO agreed to the deal in a recent meeting at the White House.
National Guard in Washington DC to be armed amid crime crackdown
Donald Trump has suggested he could extend the mission and declare a national emergency.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia released from jail and will return to Maryland home
The El Salvadoran was mistakenly deported by the Trump administration but was brought back to face human smuggling charges.
Noem torches ‘activist liberal judges’ after Abrego Garcia’s release from jail: ‘New low’
Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s release from custody is making waves on social media amid Immigration and Customs Enforcement being told they are not allowed to arrest him due to an order from a federal judge in Maryland. “Activist liberal judges have attempted to obstruct our law enforcement every step … Noem torches ‘activist liberal judges’ after Abrego Garcia’s release from jail: ‘New low’Read more
Fox News Politics Newsletter: Maxwell denies Trump misconduct, DOJ docs reveal
Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content. Here’s what’s happening… -Republicans rally around GOP senator after ousted Dem jumps into high-profile Ohio race -Top Trump agency slashes billions in government waste with … Fox News Politics Newsletter: Maxwell denies Trump misconduct, DOJ docs revealRead more
Company looks to deploy drones to combat school shootings
The Campus Guardian Angel is looking to deploy drones to combat school shootings, running test trials in Florida. Campus Guardian Angel CEO Justin Marston told The Hill the system puts drones in boxes at different points around a school, triggered by an emergency silent alarm and moving … Company looks to deploy drones to combat school shootingsRead more
Hegseth terminates Defense Intelligence Agency head, Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Kruse
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth terminated the director of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), according to two sources familiar with the matter. A senior defense official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, told The Hill on Friday that Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Kruse “will no longer serve” as the … Hegseth terminates Defense Intelligence Agency head, Lt. Gen. Jeffrey KruseRead more
Alina Habba judge is Republican, Federalist Society member
The Obama-appointed judge who ruled this week that Trump pick Alina Habba lacks the authority to serve as the acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey is a longtime Republican, with membership in the conservative Federalist Society and the NRA. Habba and Attorney General Pam Bondi both have ripped … Alina Habba judge is Republican, Federalist Society memberRead more
Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates – but still Trump won’t be happy
President has pressured Jay Powell to slash rates but central bank is trying to find right balance amid tariff tailspin Stocks soared on Friday following the strongest signal yet that US the Federal Reserve is gearing up to start cutting interest rates again this fall. But how long … Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates – but still Trump won’t be happyRead more
Intel will give the U.S. government a 10% stake, Trump says
The president’s highly unusual announcement underscores the Trump administration’s desire to take control over U.S. businesses. (Image credit: David Paul Morris)
America’s original sanctuary state rebukes Bondi’s warning, denies ‘obstruction’ of ICE
Attorney General Pam Bondi received a response this week from the governor of the first state to pass “sanctuary” legislation, after she had warned it was engaged in “policies and procedures that hinder federal immigration enforcement to the detriment of the interests of the United States.” Oregon Gov. … America’s original sanctuary state rebukes Bondi’s warning, denies ‘obstruction’ of ICERead more
Nobody Likes John Bolton
This morning, Donald Trump claimed he knew nothing about the raid on the Maryland home of his former National Security Adviser John Bolton. “I’m not a fan of John Bolton,” Trump said, calling him a “lowlife.” In that respect he agrees with many Democrats: After Trump fired Bolton, … Nobody Likes John BoltonRead more
No. 2 Treasury official departing after five months in role
The second-highest-ranking official at the Treasury Department, Michael Faulkender, is departing President Trump’s administration after being confirmed by the Senate about five months ago. “I would like to thank Deputy Secretary Faulkender for his dedication and service. Since January, he has played a critical role in overseeing the … No. 2 Treasury official departing after five months in role Read more
Maxwell told DOJ she ‘never witnessed’ Trump in ‘inappropriate setting’
Ghislaine Maxwell, a former close associate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, told the Justice Department she “never witnessed” President Trump in an “inappropriate setting,” according to a transcript released Friday. “I think they were friendly like people are in social settings,” Maxwell told Deputy Attorney General Todd … Maxwell told DOJ she ‘never witnessed’ Trump in ‘inappropriate setting’Read more
Axelrod: FBI raid is ‘attempt to silence’ John Bolton
David Axelrod, a former chief strategist for then-President Obama, weighed in on the FBI raid of John Bolton’s house earlier on Friday, arguing the administration’s move will “send a message” to critics. “I think this is not just an attempt to, or could be, an attempt to silence John Bolton, … Axelrod: FBI raid is ‘attempt to silence’ John BoltonRead more
Ghislaine Maxwell interview transcript released by US justice department
Interview with deputy attorney general Todd Blanche in July released by DoJ ‘in the interests of transparency’ US politics – latest updates The US Department of Justice has released the transcript and audio recording of an interview conducted by deputy attorney general Todd Blanche with the convicted sex … Ghislaine Maxwell interview transcript released by US justice departmentRead more
John Bolton raid shows weaponization of FBI against Patel’s ‘gangsters’ list
Ex-national security adviser and Trump critic is fifth in a list of 60 to have been investigated in the last seven months When Kash Patel, the FBI director, faced senators during his confirmation hearings on 30 January, he bristled at suggestions that his 2023 book contained an “enemies … John Bolton raid shows weaponization of FBI against Patel’s ‘gangsters’ listRead more
The EV tax credit ends soon — but there’s a little bit of wiggle room for car buyers
A federal EV tax credit worth up to $7,500 ends Sept. 30. But the IRS has just clarified that shoppers don’t need to actually have the keys in hand by the deadline to get the credit. (Image credit: Charles Krupa)
Justice Department releases transcripts from its conversations with Ghislaine Maxwell
Maxwell, the longtime partner of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, spoke with top Justice Department officials over the course of two days in late July. (Image credit: John Minchillo)