The hearing stretched for more than 10 hours and examined his violations in prison and the 1989 killings of his parents in their Beverly Hills mansion.
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Trump administration halts offshore wind project in Rhode Island
The Trump administration on Friday issued an order stopping all activities of a wind energy project in Rhode Island that could have supplied electricity to 350,000 homes. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) in a letter sent to Ørsted, the Danish company operating the project, said the … Trump administration halts offshore wind project in Rhode IslandRead more
DC’s shadow representative not seeking reelection
Oye Owolewa, the District of Columbia’s shadow representative, will not seek reelection in 2026 after five years in office. “I’m incredibly proud of our work since assuming this office. Ever since you first elected me in 2020, I took it upon myself to raise the bar. Together, we … DC’s shadow representative not seeking reelectionRead more
Noem condemns Abrego Garcia release: A ‘new low’
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem condemned the Friday release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported but returned to the U.S., calling it a “new low.” Abrego Garcia has been petitioning for his release from federal custody since his March deportation to El Salvador. U.S. Magistrate … Noem condemns Abrego Garcia release: A ‘new low’Read more
Kudlow on Trump Intel agreement: ‘I am very, very uncomfortable ‘
Fox Business’s Larry Kudlow expressed concern on Friday over the Trump administration’s move to take a 10 percent stake in mega chipmaker Intel. “I am very, very uncomfortable with that idea. I’m very uncomfortable with that one, but that’s a conversation for another meal on another day,” Kudlow … Kudlow on Trump Intel agreement: ‘I am very, very uncomfortable ‘Read more
Ghislaine Maxwell claims in DOJ interview that Epstein list doesn’t exist
Maxwell denied that there is any ‘client list’ of prominent figures involved in Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes.
George Mason University violated Tile VI with ‘unlawful DEI policies,’ Education Department says
George Mason University violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 by illegally using diversity, equity and inclusion practices, the Department of Education announced Friday. The department’s Office for Civil Rights opened an investigation into the institution’s hiring and promotion practices last month following a complaint … George Mason University violated Tile VI with ‘unlawful DEI policies,’ Education Department saysRead more
Virginia leaders condemn racist sign aimed at Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears over bathroom policy
Virginia leaders from both parties have condemned a racist sign aimed at Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, which was raised during a protest outside a school board meeting where she was speaking. Earle-Sears — the Republican nominee in the state’s gubernatorial race — spoke at the Arlington County school … Virginia leaders condemn racist sign aimed at Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears over bathroom policyRead more
Republican senators depart for Taiwan, Indo-Pacific trip
(NewsNation) — Republican Sens. Roger Wicker (Miss.) and Deb Fischer (Neb.) embarked on a trip to the Indo-Pacific region on Friday as part of efforts to strengthen U.S. national security interests. The Congressional Delegation (CODEL), including the lawmaker duo, will first stop at military installations in Hawaii before … Republican senators depart for Taiwan, Indo-Pacific tripRead more
Texas approves GOP’s redistricting plan as senator threatens a final filibuster
Carol Alvarado posted on social media: ‘Republicans think they can walk all over us. Today I’m going to kick back’ The Texas legislature preliminarily approved a redrawn congressional map on Friday that gives Republicans a chance to pick up as many as five congressional seats, fulfilling a brazen … Texas approves GOP’s redistricting plan as senator threatens a final filibusterRead more
Trump news at a glance: president denies he was briefed about raid on aide-turned-critic John Bolton’s home
Vice-president JD Vance denies FBI investigation is politically motivated. Key US politics stories from Friday 22 August Donald Trump has said he did not know a raid by the FBI on the home of his former adviser turned critic, John Bolton, was planned and that he expected to … Trump news at a glance: president denies he was briefed about raid on aide-turned-critic John Bolton’s homeRead more
Hundreds of DoD civilians accept call of duty in southern border mission under Trump’s order
Defense Department civilians are volunteering by the hundreds for temporary details with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), joining efforts to bolster operations at the troubled southern border under President Donald Trump’s priority to secure it. In under 48 hours, nearly 500 volunteers answered the president’s call of … Hundreds of DoD civilians accept call of duty in southern border mission under Trump’s orderRead more
JD Vance – Donald Trump’s 'Big Beautiful' spending law was not the ‘biggest tax cut’ in US history
“We had the biggest tax cut for families that this country has ever seen.”
Villanova University was targeted by ‘swatting.’ What is it, and how does it affect victims?
What we know about swatting incidents and victims
Chicago mayor slams Trump over possible crime crackdown: ‘Uncalled for’
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson (D) slammed President Trump over possibly sending the national guard to Chicago after his D.C. crime crackdown, calling the president’s plans to target the Windy City “offensive.” “Certainly, we have grave concerns about the impact of any unlawful deployment of National Guard troops to … Chicago mayor slams Trump over possible crime crackdown: ‘Uncalled for’Read more
Will Serena Williams’s weight-loss admission help shed stigma of anti-obesity drugs?
Could her comments instil a new sense of confidence in those using the drugs and quieten the critics?
Why has Gavin Newsom gone ‘dark woke’? The BBC explains
The California governor is using President Trump’s notable social media playbook and turning it on Republicans.
Hegseth fires Defense Intelligence Agency chief, other senior Pentagon officials
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired the head of the U.S. Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), which issued an assessment on U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, as well as other senior military officials. Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Kruse will no longer serve as head of the DIA, a senior … Hegseth fires Defense Intelligence Agency chief, other senior Pentagon officialsRead more
National Guard mobilizing in 19 states amid immigration, crime crackdown
Up to 1,700 National Guardsmen are set to mobilize in 19 states in the coming weeks to assist the Department of Homeland Security with President Trump’s nationwide crackdown on illegal immigration and crime, Pentagon officials confirmed to FOX News. Documents obtained by FOX News show planning for activations … National Guard mobilizing in 19 states amid immigration, crime crackdownRead more
10 key takeaways from DOJ’s release of Ghislaine Maxwell’s Epstein interviews
Hours of interviews between Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell and a federal prosecutor were released by the Department of Justice on Friday afternoon. During the recorded sessions in which the convicted sex offender, who was found guilty for her role in Epstein’s crimes, was granted immunity, she made … 10 key takeaways from DOJ’s release of Ghislaine Maxwell’s Epstein interviewsRead more
CDC’s plummeting morale
96 <!– Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care <!– The Big Story CDC’s plummeting morale It’s been a difficult time for public health professionals working for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). © AP On Aug. 8, a … CDC’s plummeting morale Read more
Judge rules against Alligator Alcatraz
96 <!– {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment <!– The Big Story Florida judge orders Alligator Alcatraz dismantled A federal judge in Florida ordered late Thursday that some of Alligator Alcatraz be shut down and barred the Sunshine State from bringing in more migrants to the … Judge rules against Alligator AlcatrazRead more
Vance says Bolton FBI raid was not retribution
Vice President Vance said the Friday raid on former national security adviser John Bolton’s residence was not retribution for his political commentary critiquing the Trump administration. “We’re in the very early stages of an ongoing investigation into John Bolton. I will say we’re going to let that investigation … Vance says Bolton FBI raid was not retributionRead more
US health department moves to strip thousands of employees of collective bargaining rights
Union decries effort as illegal as department confirms it is ending its recognition of unions for some employees The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has moved to strip thousands of federal health agency employees of their collective bargaining rights, according to a union that called … US health department moves to strip thousands of employees of collective bargaining rightsRead more
Five dead after tour bus crashes on New York highway
Police say most of the victims are tourists from India, China and the Philippines.
Chicago mayor calls Trump’s National Guard deployment plan ‘uncoordinated, uncalled-for and unsound’
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
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