Trump to meet with Congressional Dem leaders amid shutdown fight

President Donald Trump plans to accept an invitation from top Congressional Democrats to meet and discuss a solution for avoiding a government shutdown, according to POLITICO.

Manny Yekutiel running for San Francisco supervisor

Politically connected and restaurant owner Manny Yekutiel announced on Monday that he is running for San Francisco supervisor.

Charlie Kirk's Turning Point USA makes stop at U of M

Turning Point USA, the group founded by Charlie Kirk, held a previously scheduled event at the University of Minnesota on Monday. The event comes a day after a memorial service was held in Arizona for the conservative activist.

Charlie Kirk's family: Who are his wife, kids, parents?

Among those speaking at Charlie Kirk's funeral will be high-profile political figures such as President Trump, as well as those who knew him more intimately, including his wife, Erika Kirk.

Erika Kirk speaks at funeral: Watch and read full transcript

Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, was among those who spoke Sunday at his Arizona memorial service. Here’s what she said.

Trump to award Ben Carson Presidential Medal of Freedom

President Donald Trump announced Saturday that he will award Ben Carson the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Canada, UK, Australia formally recognize Palestinian statehood

The announcements of recognizing Palestinian statehood have angered Israel and the United States, who argue it emboldens extremists.

H-1B $100k visa fee won’t apply to current holders, White House says

President Trump's H-1B visa proclamation caused panic and confusion for current holders, especially those traveling abroad. But The White House clarified some details Saturday.

ABC's 'The View' could face investigation probe, FCC chairman suggests

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr said Thursday he believes it would be "worthwhile" to investigate whether ABC’s daytime talk show "The View" is violating broadcast rules in the wake of Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension.

Senate confirms 48 Trump nominees in single vote

The U.S. Senate has confirmed dozens of President Donald Trump's nominees at once, voting for the first time this session under the chamber's new "nuclear" rules.

Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, elected CEO of Turning Point USA

Following her husband Charlie Kirk's assassination, Erika Kirk has been elected CEO and chair of the board for Phoenix-based Turning Point USA.

Ex-CDC chief warns senators that RFK Jr. is endangering public health

Susan Monarez testified at a Wednesday hearing about disagreements with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on vaccine policies and losing her job at the CDC weeks later.

Jerry quits Ben & Jerry's after 47 years, says parent company 'silencing' him

Ben & Jerry's co-founder Jerry Greenfield is stepping down from the iconic ice cream brand after 47 years, claiming his progressive political views have been "silenced."

When is Charlie Kirk's funeral? All we know so far

Funeral details for Charlie Kirk have been announced by his nonprofit, Turning Point USA.

Dems to propose alternative to GOP stopgap bill as government shutdown looms

On Tuesday, top Congressional Democrats said they opposed House Republicans' stopgap spending bill that would fund the government past the Sept. 30 deadline, and said they plan to offer an alternative bill in its place.

Patel questioned in Senate hearing over Charlie Kirk murder

The FBI director is facing questioning Tuesday over his handling of the Charlie Kirk murder investigation and the firing of several FBI agents.

Gov. Tim Walz announces he's running for reelection

Tim Walz officially announced on Tuesday that he will seek a third term as governor of Minnesota.