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Democrats say Trump admin. weaponizing law enforcement to silence foes

Some high-profile Democrats have been detained or prosecuted, in what one lawmaker called "strong-arm tactics" intended to "silence and intimidate people."

Trump sees disabling Iran nuclear site as necessary as he weighs strike

President Trump has been briefed on both the risks and the benefits of bombing Fordo, Iran's most secure nuclear site.

State Dept. has new guidelines for vetting student visa applicants' social media

Consular officers are being told to look for "indications of hostility" toward the U.S., its culture, principles or citizens.

Tucker Carlson spars with Ted Cruz on Israel-Iran strikes

Sen. Ted Cruz sparred with media personality Tucker Carlson, highlighting a rift among President Trump's allies over whether to join Israel's campaign against Iran.

Trump administration to shutter specialized LGBTQ+ suicide lifeline option

A part of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth — known as 988 option 3 — will close in July, the agency said.

Hegseth says he's giving Trump "options" amid intensifying Iran-Israel conflict

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine testified Wednesday before the Senate Armed Forces Committee.

Break-in reported at home of slain lawmaker Melissa Hortman

The Twin Cities home where Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband were fatally shot​ Saturday was broken into overnight Wednesday, police say.

State Dept. has "no announcement" about helping Americans evacuate Israel

The U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem said earlier it was working on dispatching evacuation flights and cruise ships for American citizens who wish to leave Israel.

Supreme Court upholds Tennessee law restricting gender-affirming care for minors

The Supreme Court ruled that Tennessee's law restricting gender-affirming care for transgender youth does not violate the 14th Amendment.

Supreme Court rules against Texas in suit over nuclear waste storage

The Supreme Court ruled against Texas and landowners who challenged a plan to store thousands of metric tons of nuclear waste at a facility in the state.

U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel partnership is finalized, companies say

U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel have finalized their partnership and revealed new details about the deal.

Candlelight vigil at Minnesota Capitol honors Mark and Melissa Hortman

Lawmakers and the public gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol Wednesday night to honor Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, who were fatally shot over the weekend in what authorities called a political assassination.

Trump says no decision yet on joining Israel's strikes on Iran

As Israel continues striking Iran, Trump says he's still considering whether the U.S. military should provide direct support in an increasingly deadly war.

In governor's race, Democrat Abigail Spanberger makes appeal based on her bio

Former Rep. Abigail Spanberger is attempting to win the Virginia governor's office after her party lost the race in 2021.