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State Department to begin mass layoffs of about 1,800 employees in coming days

The State Department informed U.S.-based employees on Thursday that it would soon be laying off nearly 2,000 workers as part of a plan to downsize its domestic workforce.


White House again defends success of B-2 raid on Iran amid new report some uranium survived

President Donald Trump claims Iran's nuclear sites were "totally obliterated," while Israeli officials report a portion of enriched uranium may have survived the operation.


'Big tent party': DNC chair shrugs off Mamdani's refusal to condemn 'globalize the intifada' slogan

In an interview, Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair Ken Martin dismisses concerns over Mamdani's stance on anti-Israel slogan 'globalize the intifada."


Texas Border Patrol shooter details remain scant as violence against ICE, CBP agents surges

Authorities have not provided details about the motive of the shooter who opened fire on Border Patrol agents at an annex site in Texas Monday.


Tim Walz blasted for costing Minnesota taxpayers $430K in legal prep ahead of Hill hearing

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faces criticism from GOP lawmakers in his state after spending $430,000 in taxpayer money to prepare for a House hearing on his state's "sanctuary city" policies.


Trump administration bans illegal immigrants from taxpayer-funded services, including Head Start

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy announced a policy change to PRWORA interpretation, restricting illegal immigrants from federal benefits, including early childhood education.


Fundraiser for Texas ex-official seeks $20K in donations after 'Whites-only' comment about young flood victims

Controversy erupted after a fundraiser for Sade Perkins, a former Houston official who made racial comments about the 27 girls who died in Camp Mystic floods.


‘It will happen quickly’: State Dept poised to act after Supreme Court green-lights agency layoffs

State Department spokesperson indicates workforce reductions will proceed quickly following Supreme Court's decision to overturn a lower court ruling that blocked Trump reforms.


Obama officials admitted they had no 'empirical evidence' of Trump-Russia collusion: House Intel transcripts

Obama-era officials acknowledged that they had no “empirical evidence" of a conspiracy between the Trump campaign and Russia in the 2016 election, but continued to push the collusion "narrative."


Federal judge weighs severe limits on Trump's immigration enforcement in California

A federal judge heard arguments on whether to grant restraining orders against ICE over alleged constitutional violations during immigration arrests in California.


Hegseth tears up red tape, orders Pentagon to begin drone surge at Trump's command

Pentagon removes barriers for military drone deployment, redefining small unmanned aircraft as consumables while mandating drone combat simulations across military branches


'Biblical grounds' - Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's wife files for divorce

Attorney General Ken Paxton and wife Angela end 38-year marriage as she files for divorce following his impeachment acquittal and amid his Senate challenge against Cornyn


Mamdani campaign dishes out millions to firm of key media strategist for Obama campaigns: 'She's the best'

Socialist Zohran Mamdani's New York City mayoral campaign has given over $3 million to a prominent media strategist with ties to the Obama campaign world.


Fox News Politics Newsletter: Pro-Trump 'Troll' Gets Biden-Era Conviction Tossed on Appeal

Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content.


SCOOP: Sen Ron Johnson readies subpoenas for FBI, DOJ in Butler shooting probe

Sen. Ron Johnson approves subpoena for FBI and DOJ over Trump assassination attempt investigation, alleging stonewalling and lack of cooperation from the agencies.


'Not a Democrat': John Fetterman calls Zohran Mamdani's NYC primary win a 'gift' to the GOP

Sen. John Fetterman disagrees with socialist Mamdani's policies and urges Adams and Cuomo to consolidate against him, while Democratic leaders like Chuck Schumer withhold endorsements.


'Absolute bare minimum': Calls for more action after Secret Service agents suspended for security failure

Republican lawmakers call for more accountability following the suspension of six Secret Service agents involved in the security failure at the Butler campaign rally.


Border Patrol union chief blasts anti-masking proposal: 'Tone deaf politics'

Border Patrol union chief Paul Perez denounces a Democratic-led bill to unmask immigration agents, calling it dangerous and politically motivated.


Secret Service changes the agency has made post-Trump Butler assassination attempt

Former Secret Service Acting Director Ronald Rowe said in December 2024 that the immediate changes to the agency included expanding the use of drones for surveillance purposes.


Russia sanctions bill gains steam as White House appears to change tone on Putin

Senate sanctions bill targeting Russia's energy exports with hefty tariffs gains momentum as Trump shifts position on Russia, with Graham teasing presidential support.


Jackson defends controversial, fiery SCOTUS dissents as telling people ‘how I feel’

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson told an interviewer she uses her case opinions to tell people "how I feel about the issues," often writing biting dissents.


Trump’s nominee to lead US Office of Special Counsel refutes antisemitic claims and ties to Holocaust denier

Trump's pick to lead the U.S. Office of Special Counsel sat down with Fox News Digital to address antisemitic allegations.


Trump installs massive new American flags at the White House - and they don't cost taxpayers a penny

President Donald Trump installs two massive American flags on White House lawns this summer, personally funding the estimated $50,000 per flagpole project instead of using taxpayer funds.


Federal judge extends arguments in Abrego Garcia case, slams ICE witness who 'knew nothing'

Judge Paula Xinis questioned the Justice Department over the timing of a criminal investigation of Salvadorian migrant Abrego Garcia, who was returned after his erroneous deportation.


Comer dismisses Biden doctor's bid for pause in cover-up probe: 'Throwing out every excuse'

The House Oversight Committee is probing whether former President Biden's top aides covered up signs of mental decline.