Live updates: Funding freeze latest; RFK Jr. hearings; Trump's executive orders

Trump said he's directing opening a detention center at Guantanamo Bay to hold migrants in the U.S. illegally. More on that, and other latest headlines from the Trump administration.

Did Trump freeze food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid?

A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to pause funding for federal grants and loans. But are food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid safe?

Fed declines to lower interest rate, ending 3-cut run

The Fed declined Wednesday to lower the interest rate in a move that ends a three-cut run and goes against the direction of President Trump.

Who is RFK Jr.'s wife? Cheryl Hines seen at Senate confirmation hearing

Cheryl Hines, the "Curb Your Enthusiasm" star married to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., was seen sitting behind her husband Wednesday at his first Senate confirmation hearing.

All-gender bathroom at Denver high school under federal investigation

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating a high school in Denver after the school district reportedly allowed an all-gender restroom in the school.

Federal funding pause blocked by judge
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A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's effort to cut off a long list of federal grants and loans, a decision that caused much chaos and confusion.

Trump controversial cabinet picks face confirmation hearings
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A former reality TV star-turned-politician is now the head of the nation's transportation department, and the Senate is showing strong support for Sean Duffy during a vote early Tuesday. Now, the focus turns to who will lead the nation's largest health agency.

Washington lawmakers and agencies react to attempt to freeze federal funding

Before it was temporarily halted by a judge Tuesday afternoon, plans by the Trump administration to pause in federal grants and loans raised alarms for state agencies and legislative leaders.

Live updates: Federal funding freeze; 1st White House press briefing; buyouts

The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.

Prosecutors want stricter gun laws for kids
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The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office says they want tougher gun laws when it comes to kids, hoping to introduce new legislation this session.

Decision to pause federal funding has WA lawmakers scrambling
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The decisions from Washington D.C. to pause federal funding has left lawmakers scrambling in Washington state, trying to decipher how Donald Trump's agenda will change theirs.

Federal funding freeze blocked
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A judge has blocked the White House's plan to freeze potentially trillions of dollars in federal loans and grants.

Immigration crackdown impacts local WA communities
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It's been a terrifying few days for Hispanic communities across Washington state, as the president's campaign promise to crackdown on illegal immigration comes into reality.

Federal funding freeze threatens services for abuse victims
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A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Trump's pause on federal grants and loans. But the directive still has thousands of local agencies and non-profits scrambling, trying to figure out how to react.

New AI company DeepSeek causes concern
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There's a new plater in the field of A.I., and it has the White House worried. Now, ChatGPT is working on solutions for the U.S. government.

Caroline Kennedy letter to senators: RFK Jr. is a 'predator'

Caroline Kennedy in a letter to the U.S. Senate urged them to reject the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the nation's health secretary.

Who is Karoline Leavitt? Youngest White House press secretary

The 27-year-old made her debut as the White House press secretary in the briefing room Tuesday afternoon. Here’s what you need to know.

President Trump hosts Republicans at one of his FL golf resorts
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President Donald Trump hosted Republican lawmakers at one of his golf resorts. Trump is hoping to see his priorities make it into the spending bill, which includes tax cuts for corporations and high-income earners.