Judge partially blocks Trump’s National Guard deployment to Illinois

A federal judge partially granted a temporary restraining order halting President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to Illinois after hearing arguments challenging the legality of the action.

James Comey Indictment: Former FBI Director pleads not guilty over alleged lies to Congress

Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he lied to Congress in a criminal case that has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s role in targeting President Donald Trump’s political opponents.

The Insurrection Act: What is it and could Trump invoke it for National Guard?

As conflict over Trump’s deployment of federal troops continues, Trump said Monday he’d be willing to invoke the Insurrection Act if necessary to get active duty military in states. Here’s what that means.

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump's Portland troop deployment

A federal judge in Oregon has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's administration from deploying the National Guard in Portland.

ICE tracking app removed from Apple App Store

Apple has removed ICEBlock, a controversial app used to track ICE activities, from its App Store. The removal follows a deadly shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas where the alleged gunman reportedly looked up tracking apps ahead of the shooting.

Newsom threatens to yank funding from universities that comply with Trump demands

Colleges and universities in California could be caught in a showdown between President Trump and Gov. Newsom. We explain what the president is demanding in exchange for better access to federal funding.

Here's how long the government shutdown could go on

This shutdown is expected to last at least three days, as the Senate isn't likely to hold any votes until at least Oct. 3.

Government shutdown: WA's federal workers face unpaid days ahead

The impacts of the federal government shutdown are hitting Washington, with national parks staying open but running with limited staff and federal employees bracing for missed paychecks.

Trump says troops on the ground in Portland. But are they?

President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that National Guard troopers are “now in place” in Portland, Oregon, but officials haven't seen any yet.

Immigration raid targeting Tren de Aragua nets 37 arrests on Chicago's South Side: DHS

Federal agents carried out an immigration raid early Tuesday on Chicago’s South Side, taking at least 37 undocumented immigrants into custody in an area known to be frequented by Tren de Aragua gang members.

Government shutdown looms: What this means for Washington

The federal government appears headed toward a shutdown, with Democrats and Republicans blaming one another, as the deadline to keep agencies open quickly approaches.

Seattle leaders to Trump: "Stay out of Seattle"

Seattle city leaders delivered a pointed message to President Donald Trump during a press conference Monday: "Stay out of Seattle."

YouTube to pay $24.5 million to settle Trump’s lawsuit over Jan. 6 attack

The video sharing platform suspended the president’s account in 2021 due to content he posted that violated the tech company’s policies.

Seattle leaders reject Trump's troop deployment
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President Donald Trump has announced plans to send troops to Portland, Oregon, citing the need to protect ICE facilities and combat Antifa. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell says he has spoken with Portland's mayor, offering support to the city. Harrell described Trump's threats as illegal and authoritarian, aimed at silencing free speech and intimidating the American people.

Trump, Netanyahu meet at White House amid calls to end war in Gaza

Days after rejecting international calls to end the war in Gaza during a U.N. address, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House.

Seattle, Portland leaders join state officials in rejecting Trump's PNW troop deployment

Portland residents are confused by Trump's latest deployment of troops in U.S. cities, viewing it as a costly political distraction. Governor Ferguson and other Washington leaders issued statements.

Trump says Portland is next city where he's sending troops

President Donald Trump said he’s sending troops to Portland, Oregon, expanding his controversial deployments to more American cities and “authorizing Full Force, if necessary."