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King Gets Standing Ovations for Congress Speech Warning of Volatile World
British monarch's address to US lawmakers stressed NATO unity and Ukraine support while navigating diplomatic tensions between Washington and London.
Mamdani Slams Supreme Court's Voting Rights Act Ruling, Says It Risks Disenfranchising Millions
The 6-3 decision struck down Louisiana's second majority-Black congressional district as an unconstitutional racial gerrymander.
Pritzker: Voting Rights Act Ruling 'An Attack on a Crown Jewel of Our Democracy'
Illinois governor vows to push back after Supreme Court's 6-3 decision striking down Louisiana's congressional map.
Redistricting War Draws to a Close: A Look at GOP, Democratic Gains
The national battle over congressional maps has produced potential pickup opportunities for both parties heading into the midterms.
Labor Secretary Exit Tests GOP's Emerging Union Coalition
Acting Secretary Keith Sonderling now leads DOL as Trump weighs replacement that could signal the party's direction on labor policy.
Thomas Says Supreme Court Should Go Further on Voting Rights Act in Racial Gerrymandering Case
The conservative justice, joined by Gorsuch, argued Section 2 of the VRA should not apply to redistricting under any circumstance.
State Department to Issue Special Edition Passports Featuring Trump's Image for Semiquincentennial
The commemorative passports, part of America's 250th anniversary celebration, will be available at the Washington Passport Agency while supplies last.
Two Jewish Men Stabbed in London During King Charles U.S. Visit, Police Classify Attack as Terrorism
Police arrested a 45-year-old suspect and labeled the Golders Green attack terrorism; Prime Minister Keir Starmer called it 'utterly appalling' while some lawmakers said more must be done to protect Jewish communities.
Cornyn Says Democrats Are Holding DHS Hostage, Failing Top Priority of Public Safety
The Texas Republican senator introduced legislation to cut federal funding to sanctuary cities amid the longest DHS funding lapse in agency history.
Texas Woman Charged With Visa Fraud, Impersonating Federal Immigration Officer
Mayra Collins allegedly took money from four victims between 2022 and 2025, claiming she could expedite visa processes despite never working for the federal government.