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DOJ Drops Case Against Veteran Arrested After Burning American Flag Near White House
The Justice Department moved to dismiss charges against Jan 'Jay' Carey, who was arrested in August during protests against Trump's executive order on flag burning.
Former Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema Admits to Affair With Former Bodyguard in Court Filing
Sinema acknowledged the 'romantic and intimate' relationship with Matthew Ammel in a motion to dismiss an alienation of affection lawsuit filed by his estranged wife in North Carolina.
House GOP Leadership Silent as More Members Post Anti-Muslim Statements
Speaker Mike Johnson defended the rhetoric as driven by concerns about Sharia law, while spending on anti-Islam political ads has surged to $10 million — 10 times previous cycles.
Lawmakers Push Back Against Plans to Turn Warehouses Into Detention Centers
Congressional opposition emerges as administration considers converting commercial warehouses for immigration detention use.
White House’s Memeification of War With Iran Sparks Scrutiny
The White House has posted videos splicing pop culture clips with military strike footage, drawing criticism from Democrats and ethics experts as the conflict nears two weeks.
Trump Endorses Kevin Hern for Mullin's Oklahoma Senate Seat
The former president's pick comes as Rep. Hern launches his campaign to succeed Mullin, who is set to become DHS secretary.
White House Proposes 33,000-Square-Foot Visitor Screening Facility Beneath Sherman Park
New underground complex would replace Secret Service trailers used since 2005, with seven screening lanes and staff entrance on East Executive Avenue
House Democrat Files Resolution to Censure Rep. Ogles Over Anti-Muslim Posts
Rep. Shri Thanedar cites several X posts from the Tennessee Republican including statements that Muslims 'don't belong in American society' and should 'go back.'
PR Executive Demands Senate Democrats Apologize for Falsehoods About His Company During Noem Hearing
Benjamin Yoho says Sen. Adam Schiff misrepresented his company's role in a $220 million DHS ad campaign, citing $226,137.17 in actual subcontract work.
10 Senate Races That Could Decide Control of the Chamber in 2026 Midterms
Republicans hold a 53-47 majority but face traditional midterm headwinds as both parties vie for control of the Senate.