New photos of Epstein's private island released by House Democrats

House Democrats said the photos from Epstein's private island provide “a harrowing look behind Epstein’s closed doors.”

Political rhetoric has gone too far on both sides of the aisle, survey finds

More Americans believe Republicans have gone too far in their political rhetoric than Democrats, but both parties are being blamed more than they have in the past.

DOJ sues additional states for not handing over voter data

Some state officials worry about how the voter data may be used and whether the Justice Department will follow privacy laws in protecting it.

President Trump pardons Texas Democrat Rep. Cuellar for federal charges

Texas Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife have been pardoned for federal bribery and conspiracy charges by President Donald Trump.

Seattle mayor-elect Katie Wilson announces senior staff team
video

Seattle Mayor-elect Katie Wilson announced her senior staff team, featuring community organizers and coalition leaders, as she prepares to take office on January 4, 2026.

Trump threatens SNAP funding in WA
video

The Agriculture Secretary said the department would be withholding benefits to states because of requests for names and immigration status of aid recipients being denied.

WA lawmaker pushing statewide payroll tax to generate billions

A Washington state lawmaker on Tuesday set the tone for the upcoming legislative session, making the case for a new tax on companies statewide.

Seattle mayor-elect Katie Wilson announces senior staff team

Seattle Mayor-elect Katie Wilson announced her senior staff team on Tuesday, as she prepares to take office one month from now.

Trump admin could withhold SNAP funding from WA
video

The Trump administration says it will pause SNAP benefits in Democrat-led states that are refusing to provide data, including names and immigration status, for people enrolled in the program.

DOJ suing WA for not handing over voter data
video

The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against six states, including Washington, for refusing to provide voter registration data following a request.

WA lawmakers to push for new statewide payroll tax
video

Ahead of next year's legislative session, one lawmaker says he plans to push a new tax on Washington companies through a statewide payroll tax.

$2000 tariff dividend check update: Trump says dividend refund checks coming in 2026

During a cabinet meeting on December 2, President Donald Trump said the U.S. is collecting "trillions of dollars" from tariffs and that part of this money would be returned to citizens as dividend refund checks in 2026.

GOP Senator seeks to end dual citizenship in U.S.

Sen. Bernie Moreno, who was born in Colombia, introduced a bill that would force Americans with dual citizenship to choose one country over the other.

New SNAP requirements now in effect,  USDA planning major overhaul of program

Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly addresses Pentagon investigation

Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) addressed the Pentagon investigation against him during a news conference held on Dec. 1.

Trump's approval rating drops to lowest so far in second-term: Gallup

President Trump’s approval rating dropped to its lowest point since he took office the second time, Gallup’s latest poll found. Here’s what the numbers are saying.

Trump administration to review green card holders from 'countries of concern.' What we know

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services director announced in a social media post that the agency will conduct a full review of what he referred to as “high-risk" countries.