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GOP Rep. Andy Ogles Sparks Backlash After Saying Muslims 'Don't Belong' in America
Democratic leaders condemned the Tennessee congressman's social media post as hateful, while one prominent Republican called for restraint on First Amendment grounds.
Gunman Killed After Wounding Baltimore Police Officer During Midday Burglary Call
Officer stable after being shot in leg; suspect killed by responding officers at Baltimore home.
Live Nation Settles DOJ Antitrust Case for $280 Million
Under the settlement, Ticketmaster's parent company must open ticket sales to competitors and divest 13 concert venues.
Mississippi Democrats Vote in Primary Between Longtime Rep. Bennie Thompson and Young Challenger
The race in Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District pits a 78-year-old civil rights leader against a 34-year-old antitrust lawyer pitching economic populism.
Mamdani Condemns ISIS-Inspired Attack Without Using 'Radical Islamic Terror' Phrase
NYC mayor's initial response draws criticism from Republicans and some Democrats, reviving debate over terminology used to describe terrorism.
Mike Johnson Warns Sharia Law 'Serious Problem' After GOP Rep's Anti-Muslim Post
Speaker said he believes Ogles was referring to immigrants who refuse to adapt to U.S. culture, not Muslims as people.
House Republicans Urge NSF to Pause $67 Million Research Security Initiative
The House Select Committee on China alleges Texas A&M and University of Washington have problematic collaborations with Chinese military-linked institutions.
Trump Appoints Erika Kirk, Widow of Slain Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk, to Air Force Academy Board
Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA, will fill a seat originally meant for her husband who was assassinated in September.
Trump Questions Aides About Corey Lewandowski's Role in $220 Million DHS Ad Campaign
President says he 'wasn't thrilled' with Noem's testimony about $220M campaign as Democrats launch investigation into contract firms
Congress Rarely Pushes Back when Presidents Deploy Military Force
Lawmakers last week voted down a resolution to halt Trump's Iran strikes, continuing a decades-long pattern of presidential unilateral action.