Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, further deepening the rift between the U.S. and what was once one of its strongest allies.

Judge denies Minnesota bid to keep ICE agent jailed in Texas

A judge has denied an attempt by Minnesota officials to block the release of the ICE agent charged in a January shooting in Minneapolis as the state battles with Texas Governor Greg Abbott over the agent's extradition.

Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP senate nomination

Darline Graham has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in South Carolina, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman after a close runoff election to determine the GOP nominee for the seat vacated after the passing of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham. 

What the Supreme Court's mail-in ballot decision could mean

The Supreme Court ruling created a path for President Donald Trump’s restrictions on mail-in voting, introducing uncertainty for millions of voters accustomed to casting their ballots by mail.

Byron Donalds announces Sen. Bryan Avila as running mate during Miami event

Republican candidate for governor, Byron Donalds, announced Sen. Bryan Avila as his running mate during a campaign event Tuesday morning in Miami.

Supreme Court clears way for Trump mail-in voting restrictions

The Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for President Donald Trump to move ahead with his executive order restricting mail-in voting.

DeSantis seeks to limit EBT, TANF purchases to essential needs

Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday that Florida is working with the Trump administration on a plan to restrict the use of certain public assistance benefits, arguing taxpayer-funded aid should only be used for essential needs.

Trump's 50% tariffs implemented on Canadian goods after trade negotiations suspended

Canada suspended trade negotiations with the U.S. late Friday, blaming "unfair" last-minute changes to Washington's proposed terms and announcing retaliatory tariffs against the U.S.

Nancy Kissinger dies: Wife of Henry Kissinger was 92

Nancy Kissinger, the widow of former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, has died, according to multiple reports. 

Judge sentences woman in firebomb plot to kill Treasury Secretary

A woman who admitted she planned to kill U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on the day of his Senate confirmation was sentenced Tuesday to more than six years in prison. 

Pentagon threatens funding for 30 universities over ties to China

The Pentagon has ordered 30 universities to audit their partnerships with institutions—primarily in China—or face a total loss of federal funding.

Former Fauci adviser pleads guilty to concealing COVID records

A former adviser to Dr. Anthony Fauci pleaded guilty this week to conspiring to conceal public records linked to grant research funding and the COVID-19 pandemic. 

DOJ to give some felons second chance to restore gun rights

A newly finalized Justice Department rule creates a pathway for people with criminal convictions to apply for the reinstatement of their gun ownership rights.

Trump's approval rating falls to new low in latest poll

President Donald Trump experienced his lowest approval rating driven in part by Americans dissatisfaction with the ongoing Iran war and his overall performance in the White House, according to a new poll.

More than 1.9 million Floridians cast ballots ahead of Tuesday’s primary

More than 1.9 million Floridians cast ballots before Election Day, with Republicans holding an overall advantage in ballots submitted ahead of Tuesday’s primary.

Declassified FBI docs reveal Swalwell had sex with 'Fang Fang' multiple times

Disgraced former Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., admitted to FBI agents that he had "physical relations" with suspected Chinese intelligence operative Christine "Fang Fang" Fang on a "handful of occasions," newly declassified FBI records show.

Priced Out of the Picture: St. Petersburg artists ask city leaders for stability

Artists in St. Petersburg say rising commercial rents and a lack of affordable workspaces are forcing them to question whether they can stay in the city they helped build.