This is how Americans think the government should respond to natural disasters: Poll

Most Americans impacted by flooding say climate change is at least partly to blame, but polls show less agreement on whether the government should act to prevent extreme weather.

Biden's former doctor refuses to answer House Republicans' questions

Dr. Kevin O’ Connor was questioned by House Republicans as part of their investigation into former President Joe Biden’s health during his term in the White House.

NOAA nominee questioned on weather warnings after deadly Texas floods

Neil Jacobs, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, faced a Senate committee confirmation hearing on Wednesday.

Trump's frustrations grow over Russian attacks
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President Donald Trump has expressed growing frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the ongoing war in Ukraine. Trump said he is considering imposing fresh sanctions on Russia.

Florida councilwoman suspended over alleged offensive social media posts

Groveland City Councilwoman Judith Fike has been suspended from office after the city council voted Monday night to open an investigation into a series of controversial social media posts allegedly made by Fike — some dating back nearly a decade and others as recent as late 2024.

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok makes antisemitic posts on X

Grok, Elon Musk's artificial-intelligence chatbot, is trending for the wrong reasons on X, formerly Twitter.

Medical groups suing RFK Jr. over vaccine policy change

A coalition of doctors and public health groups is suing the U.S. government over its decision to stop recommending COVID-19 vaccines for most children and pregnant women.

California, NJ senators want immigration officers to display visible IDs

Two Democratic U.S. senators on Tuesday introduced a bill to require immigration enforcement officers to display clearly visible ID after many ICE officials have been seen in public arresting people while covering their faces with masks.

Armed ICE officers shut down kids' camp at LA's MacArthur Park. City leaders: 'Here's the truth'

A large federal enforcement sweep stalled children’s summer camp at MacArthur Park without any arrests. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and city council members say this display of force has raised urgent questions about how immigration enforcement affects communities—and they’re calling on cities nationwide to wake up, wise up, and stand up without panic.

Elon Musk political party: What to know about the 'America Party'

Making good on his promise, Elon Musk said Saturday he was launching a new political party after President Trump signed the “big beautiful” bill into law – and calling it The America Party.

Democratic lawmakers raise concerns over 'Alligator Alcatraz'
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Multiple Democratic lawmakers were recently denied access to visit "Alligator Alcatraz," a new illegal immigrant detention center being constructed near the Everglades and Big Cypress National Preserve in Florida. The "official legislative site visit" was in response to what officials claim is "a series of deeply troubling developments at the state-run immigrant detention facility," according to a news release.

President Trump signs 'One Big, Beautiful Bill'
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President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted an Independence Day picnic for military families on the South Lawn of the White House on July 4, 2025. During the event, Trump signed House Resolution 1, which he referred to as "One Big, Beautiful Bill." This bill includes significant tax and spending cuts, border security investments, and provisions to modernize the military.

President Trump, First Lady attend Military Family Picnic
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President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted an Independence Day picnic for military families on the South Lawn of the White House on July 4, 2025. The event marked America's 249th birthday and included remarks from the president, as well as classic picnic fare, lawn games and a fireworks display.