Kennedy Center begins scrubbing Trump’s name following federal court ruling

The Kennedy Center has started the process of stripping President Donald Trump’s name from its branding following a major defeat in federal court, according to a report from The Associated Press.

Trump announces new promenade at Lincoln Memorial

President Donald Trump announced plans on Thursday to build a new promenade at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., saying the project could potentially be called the "Trump Promenade."

Trump announces $700M coal initiative using Defense Production Act

President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.

Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton expected to plead guilty in classified information case

Former White House National Security Advisor John Bolton is expected to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified information as part of a plea agreement with federal prosecutors.

Trump signs order affecting job protections for 8,000 federal employees

As part of a broader overhaul to the federal workforce, on Wednesday, President Trump signed an executive order to make it easier to terminate thousands of government workers. 

Top CEOs brace for downturn, warn US economy will worsen in next 6 months

CEO confidence plummeted in just one quarter, as corporate leaders report worsening economic conditions and a shrinking hiring plan, according to a recent survey.

Support for same-sex marriage hits new low, poll shows

While more than half of Americans still advocate for same-sex marriage overall support has declined over the last couple of years as attitudes nationwide have shifted, according to a new poll.

Social Security fears: Researchers predict benefit drops by state if trust fund runs dry

Tens of millions of Americans will soon face significantly smaller Social Security payments if the U.S. government does not take steps to protect the program, and new research estimates just how much smaller those monthly checks could be.

Trump administration seeks federal grant oversight

The Trump administration is looking to give political appointees more power over federal grants, to ensure they “demonstrably advance” the president's policy priorities.

Education Department abandons civil rights focus on Black students

The Department of Education under President Trump is ending generations of addressing inequities for Black students, in some cases withholding federal funds for programs that aim to help them.

Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map that favors Republicans

The U.S. Supreme Court intervened on Tuesday to allow Alabama to use a map that was drawn in 2023 and is expected to favor Republican candidates in this fall’s election.

Florida 2026 primary election: Voter registration, deadlines and dates

Voters will be heading to the polls this year for several key races taking place in Florida. There are several important dates residents should know so they can make sure they are ready to vote.

Trump administration won’t pursue $1.8B “Anti-Weaponization Fund," Acting AG says

The proposed $1.8 billion fund designed to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons is officially dead, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers on Tuesday.

Epstein commission in New Mexico sends out first subpoenas

A New Mexico legislative committee has issued subpoenas to multiple agencies, marking its first major enforcement action in the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch.

Florida property tax exemption amendment heads to November election ballot: What to know

The Florida Legislature on Tuesday passed a proposed state constitutional amendment intended to reduce property taxes for thousands of homestead properties across the state. That proposal will be on the November ballot, where 60% of voters will need to approve it in order to add it to the Florida Constitution.

DOJ halts Trump’s $1.8B ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ following court order

The Trump administration’s plan to provide financial compensation to individuals who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons, including those who stormed the U.S. Capitol five years ago, has been put on ice, possibly permanently.