Elon Musk's DOGE seeks access to IRS taxpayer data, AP reports

Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency are attempting to access millions of files that include taxpayer information, bank records, and sensitive documents.

IRS may lay off thousands of workers in the middle of tax season

The IRS will lay off thousands of probationary workers in the middle of tax season, according to two sources familiar with the agency’s plans, and cuts could come as soon as this week.

Poll: Increasing number of Democrats say party should become more moderate

A new Gallup poll shows an increasing number of Democrats want their party to become more moderate, while most Republicans favor keeping their party as it is.

Florida senator pushes to lower age for gun purchases seven years after Parkland shooting

Valentine's Day in Parkland is more somber than most. Seven years ago, 17 students and staff members were murdered, and 17 others were injured when a former student at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School opened fire. 

Will Donald Trump end daylight saving time? Here's what he's said

As daylight saving time approaches, President Donald Trump has voiced support for ending the time change, calling it “costly" and “inconvenient." Will his administration take action?

Governor DeSantis pushes for pay raises for state law enforcement, firefighters

Gov. Ron DeSantis is again calling on Florida lawmakers to increase pay for state law enforcement and firefighters, something he included in his proposed budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year.

Florida Sen. Geraldine Thompson dies at 76

Florida State Senator Geraldine Thompson died Thursday surrounded by her family following complications from knee replacement surgery, her family said in a statement. She was 76.

Judge blocks Trump's order on gender transition care for minors

The ruling comes after a lawsuit was filed for families with transgender or nonbinary children claiming they are impacted by the executive order.

Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs

President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.

RFK Jr. confirmed as health secretary after contentious Senate hearings

The 52-48 vote for President Donald Trump's controversial nominee fell largely along party lines, with former majority leader Mitch McConnell the only Republican to vote against RFK Jr.'s confirmation.

Ron DeSantis signs ‘toughest anti illegal immigration bill in the country’ after special session

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed into law what he calls the toughest anti-illegal immigration bill in the country. He spent weeks negotiating with state legislators, who at times debated passionately on the floors of the house and senate.

Trump says he and Putin will begin talks to end Ukraine war after prisoner swap

President Donald Trump said he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have agreed to start negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, signaling a shift in U.S. policy.

Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as top intelligence official

Tulsi Gabbard, one of President Donald Trump’s most controversial cabinet picks, has been confirmed as the next U.S. director of national intelligence.