Noem likens Antifa to ISIS, other terror groups that want to ‘kill’ Americans

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem sharply condemned Antifa during a White House roundtable on Wednesday, comparing the group to international terror organizations such as ISIS and Hezbollah. Speaking alongside President Donald Trump and other top officials, Noem claimed Antifa operates as a “sophisticated network” intent on destroying American society and endangering law enforcement and civilians. She said recent arrests in Portland were helping investigators uncover … Continue reading Noem likens Antifa to ISIS, other terror groups that want to ‘kill’ Americans

MTG calls on Speaker Johnson to bring House back to DC

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene broke with GOP leaders on Wednesday, urging Speaker Mike Johnson to reconvene the House amid the ongoing government shutdown and rising tensions over health care policy. In an interview with CNN, Greene warned that Republicans risk voter backlash if they fail to address surging health insurance costs tied to the expiration of Affordable Care Act subsidies. She criticized both parties — … Continue reading MTG calls on Speaker Johnson to bring House back to DC

Democrat, Republican nominees in key race for governor blast each other on debate stage

With less than a month before Election Day, Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli clashed fiercely in their final debate for New Jersey governor. The candidates traded personal attacks — Sherrill accused Ciattarelli of profiting from the opioid crisis, while he alleged she broke disclosure laws and questioned her military record. The debate also focused on state issues such as taxes, energy costs, … Continue reading Democrat, Republican nominees in key race for governor blast each other on debate stage

Hundreds of National Guard members now deployed in Chicago area

Roughly 500 National Guard members have been deployed in the Chicago area under orders from President Donald Trump to protect ICE facilities and agents. The force includes about 200 troops from Texas and 300 from Illinois, mobilized for a 60-day mission based out of Elwood, Illinois. The deployment has sparked legal challenges, with Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker suing to block it, arguing the federal government … Continue reading Hundreds of National Guard members now deployed in Chicago area

Appeals court restores Trump’s control over Oregon National Guard

A federal appeals court on Wednesday temporarily lifted a lower court order blocking President Trump from federalizing Oregon National Guard troops, though he still cannot deploy them in the state. The Ninth Circuit’s administrative stay pauses U.S. District Judge Karin Immergut’s earlier ruling while the court considers the administration’s appeal, maintaining the “status quo” in which the troops are federalized but not deployed. Immergut had … Continue reading Appeals court restores Trump’s control over Oregon National Guard

Israel and Hamas agree to first phase of Gaza ceasefire plan

Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that includes the release of all hostages in Gaza, an Israeli troop withdrawal to a designated point, and the release of some Palestinian prisoners. President Donald Trump announced the deal, saying hostages could be freed as early as Monday, though key issues like Hamas disarmament and Gaza’s future governance remain unresolved. Israeli … Continue reading Israel and Hamas agree to first phase of Gaza ceasefire plan

Officials arrest man in Florida on suspicion of starting devastating Palisades Fire

Nine months after a devastating wildfire swept through Los Angeles, killing 12 people and destroying thousands of homes and businesses, authorities have arrested a suspect in Florida. Jonathan Rinderknecht, 29, faces a federal charge of destruction of property by fire in connection with the Palisades Fire. Prosecutors allege Rinderknecht, a former Uber driver, showed an obsession with fire, including watching rap videos featuring flames and … Continue reading Officials arrest man in Florida on suspicion of starting devastating Palisades Fire

Former FBI director Comey pleads not guilty to federal charges of lying to Congress

Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty to charges of making false statements and obstructing a congressional proceeding. His lawyer, Pat Fitzgerald, entered the plea during Comey’s arraignment in Alexandria, Virginia, where a trial date was set for January 5, 2026. The charges stem from Comey’s 2020 Senate testimony, and his indictment came soon after former President Trump pressured prosecutors to accelerate their investigation. … Continue reading Former FBI director Comey pleads not guilty to federal charges of lying to Congress

First EF5 tornado to strike the US in over a decade just confirmed

A June tornado in eastern North Dakota has been upgraded to a rare EF5, marking the first U.S. tornado of that strength in more than a decade, the National Weather Service confirmed Monday. The tornado, which struck near Enderlin and traveled about 12 miles before ending near Alice, killed three people and caused extreme damage, including tossing an empty train car nearly 500 feet and … Continue reading First EF5 tornado to strike the US in over a decade just confirmed

DHS arrests Chicago’s ‘worst of the worst’ amid surge in domestic terror attacks

Federal immigration authorities announced Monday that ICE and CBP agents have arrested dozens of violent offenders in Chicago as part of “Operation Midway Blitz,” a DHS-led crackdown on criminal noncitizens across Illinois. The arrests, officials said, targeted gang members, child abusers, and drug traffickers amid ongoing unrest and protests in the city. Among those taken into custody were alleged Tren de Aragua gang member Wilmer … Continue reading DHS arrests Chicago’s ‘worst of the worst’ amid surge in domestic terror attacks

FBI analyzed Republican lawmakers’ phone records during Jan. 6 probe

The FBI analyzed the cellphone “tolling data” of nine Republican lawmakers as part of its 2023 probe into the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, GOP senators revealed Monday. The data, collected under the “Arctic Frost” investigation, focused on call metadata—who was called, along with time, date, and duration—but did not include call content. Lawmakers identified include Sens. Ron Johnson, Lindsey Graham, Bill Hagerty, Josh Hawley, Dan … Continue reading FBI analyzed Republican lawmakers’ phone records during Jan. 6 probe

Attorney General Pam Bondi to testify before Congress

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi will face the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday amid heightened scrutiny of President Trump’s interventions in the justice system and law enforcement actions. Lawmakers are expected to question her on high-profile moves, including the indictment of former FBI director James Comey, which came after the dismissal of a top federal prosecutor. Bondi defended the charges on social media, framing them … Continue reading Attorney General Pam Bondi to testify before Congress

Utah lawmakers pass new GOP-backed congressional map

Utah lawmakers on Monday approved new congressional district lines aimed at preserving the state’s all-Republican delegation after a court ordered redistricting ahead of next year’s midterms. The proposed map splits Democratic-leaning Salt Lake County into two districts instead of four, making them somewhat more competitive while keeping the other districts solidly GOP. Republicans defended the map as compliant with a 2018 voter-approved measure prohibiting gerrymandering … Continue reading Utah lawmakers pass new GOP-backed congressional map

Canadian PM Carney visits Trump

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to meet President Donald Trump in the Oval Office Tuesday amid strained U.S.-Canada relations caused by trade disputes and tariff threats. The visit comes ahead of the 2026 review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which is vital to Canada as more than 77% of its exports go to the U.S. While Canada hopes to ease sector-specific tariffs, such … Continue reading Canadian PM Carney visits Trump

Virginia Democratic AG nominee’s violent texts shake up the closing weeks of the state’s race for governor

Virginia’s gubernatorial race, long focused on issues like affordability, abortion, and transgender rights, was shaken Friday by revelations that Democratic attorney general nominee Jay Jones had once suggested via text that a top Republican lawmaker be shot. The resurfaced messages drew bipartisan criticism and forced Democratic front-runner Abigail Spanberger to defend herself, giving Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears a potential opening. Spanberger has maintained strong … Continue reading Virginia Democratic AG nominee’s violent texts shake up the closing weeks of the state’s race for governor

Trump floats Insurrection Act use amid National Guard standoff with states

President Trump on Monday suggested he might invoke the Insurrection Act if courts continue blocking his deployment of the National Guard to U.S. cities. The 1807 law allows the federal government to send troops to quell domestic unrest without state approval. A federal judge in Oregon temporarily blocked his planned deployment of California troops to Portland, and Illinois filed a similar lawsuit after he announced … Continue reading Trump floats Insurrection Act use amid National Guard standoff with states

Staffing issues see U.S. flights delayed as shutdown persists

Major U.S. airports experienced flight delays Monday night due to staffing shortages, following reports from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy of more air traffic controllers calling in sick amid the government shutdown. The disruptions affected key hubs, including Los Angeles-area airports, Newark, and Denver, raising fears of a repeat of the severe travel strains seen during the 2019 shutdown. California Gov. Gavin Newsom criticized the shutdown … Continue reading Staffing issues see U.S. flights delayed as shutdown persists

Ex-QB Mark Sanchez now facing felony charge for altercation

Former NFL quarterback and Fox Sports analyst Mark Sanchez now faces a felony battery charge for allegedly injuring a 69-year-old truck driver in a parking dispute in Indianapolis, in addition to earlier misdemeanor charges from the weekend incident. Authorities say Sanchez, reportedly smelling of alcohol, confronted the driver after a minor parking incident, leading to a fight in which Sanchez was pepper-sprayed and stabbed, while … Continue reading Ex-QB Mark Sanchez now facing felony charge for altercation

Hurricane Priscilla lashes western Mexico with heavy rain and strong winds

Hurricane Priscilla battered western Mexico on Monday with heavy rain, strong winds, and dangerous surf as it moved near the coast and the Baja California peninsula. The storm, with sustained winds of 85 mph, was located about 205 miles west-southwest of Cabo Corrientes, prompting tropical storm watches in parts of Baja California Sur. Authorities canceled classes and opened shelters in Los Cabos and La Paz … Continue reading Hurricane Priscilla lashes western Mexico with heavy rain and strong winds

Lawyer tries to hurl object at India’s chief justice over remark about Hindu god

A lawyer attempted to throw what appeared to be a shoe at India’s Chief Justice B.R. Gavai in the Supreme Court on Monday, reportedly over remarks Gavai made about the Hindu god Vishnu. The judge had recently joked that a petitioner seeking to replace a damaged statue should “ask the deity himself,” a comment some considered disrespectful. Security intervened before the object—believed to be either … Continue reading Lawyer tries to hurl object at India’s chief justice over remark about Hindu god

Indonesia ends search for victims of boarding school collapse, 61 dead

Indonesian rescuers ended their search Tuesday after recovering 61 bodies from the rubble of the collapsed Al Khoziny Islamic boarding school in East Java’s Sidoarjo town. The collapse, blamed on foundational failures, occurred during afternoon prayers and is considered the country’s deadliest disaster this year. Authorities said all victims have been found, along with several unidentified body parts, marking the official close of recovery operations. … Continue reading Indonesia ends search for victims of boarding school collapse, 61 dead

Prosecutors in Australia want convicted mushroom murderer Erin Patterson’s prison sentence extended

Australian prosecutors have appealed Erin Patterson’s life sentence, arguing that her 33-year non-parole period for killing three relatives and attempting to kill a fourth with death cap mushrooms is “manifestly inadequate.” Patterson was convicted of serving the poisoned meal during a 2023 lunch at her home, though her motive remains unknown. Prosecutors had sought no possibility of parole, while her defense requested eligibility after 30 … Continue reading Prosecutors in Australia want convicted mushroom murderer Erin Patterson’s prison sentence extended

Venezuela denounces alleged ‘extremist’ plan to attack shuttered US Embassy complex

Venezuela announced Monday that extremist groups are allegedly planning to attack the closed U.S. Embassy in Caracas with explosives amid rising tensions over U.S. military activity in the Caribbean. National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez said the U.S. was warned through multiple channels about a “false-flag operation” by right-wing groups posing as supporters of President Nicolás Maduro. The embassy, closed since 2019, still maintains a small … Continue reading Venezuela denounces alleged ‘extremist’ plan to attack shuttered US Embassy complex

Chinese jets intercept Canadian air force plane

A Canadian CP-140 Aurora patrol aircraft operating over the East China Sea is conducting surveillance under Operation NEON, a multinational mission enforcing U.N. sanctions against North Korea. Flying from Japan’s Kadena Air Base, the crew documents vessels suspected of illicit trade supporting Pyongyang’s weapons programs and shares intelligence with the U.N. During a recent mission observed by CBS News, Chinese fighter jets repeatedly intercepted the Canadian … Continue reading Chinese jets intercept Canadian air force plane

EU chief von der Leyen faces more confidence votes this week

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned lawmakers Monday not to be swayed by Russian President Vladimir Putin’s efforts to divide Europe, urging unity ahead of two no-confidence votes against her this week. Far-left and far-right parties in the European Parliament have filed censure motions accusing her of mishandling trade, Gaza policy, and migration, but the measures are expected to fail since centrist pro-EU … Continue reading EU chief von der Leyen faces more confidence votes this week