Minnesota leaders condemn polarizing rhetoric in wake of tragic shootings

In the aftermath of the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, some lawmakers are taking heat for their divisive rhetoric.

Sen. Tina Smith confronts Sen. Mike Lee over MN lawmaker shooting comments

U.S. Sen. Tina Smith confronted Sen. Mike Lee of Utah on Monday over his social media posts that blamed the Minnesota lawmaker shootings on "Marxists."

NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested, released by ICE

Video posted to X shows immigration officials arresting Lander as he says, “I’m not obstructing." Officers appear to pin him against the wall while placing him in handcuffs.

Everything to know about WA laws going into effect July 1

Changes to gas taxes, labor laws and immigration protections are among those taking effect July 1 in Washington.

Lawmakers shootings: Trump says calling Walz would ‘waste time’

Trump told reporters he wasn’t calling Minnesota’s governor Tim Walz after the lawmakers shooting, calling Walz “slick" and “whacked out" and saying a call would “waste time."

These are the most patriotic states in the US for 2025, study shows

Patriotism comes in many forms, and a recent study finds that these areas stand out when it comes to specific categories, including community involvement.

MN lawmaker shootings: Timeline of what of what we know so far

Authorities have shared a timeline of events as the manhunt for 57-year-old Vance Boelter continues in the shootings of two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses.

MN lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter listed pro-choice supporters; No Kings papers found in fake police car

The suspect who fatally shot Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, and injured Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, had a manifesto with pro-life supporters on it, including Democratic lawmakers. He also had “No Kings" papers in his fake police vehicle.

Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Who is suspect Vance Boelter?

A manhunt is underway for 57-year-old Vance Boelter, identified by officials as the person of interest in the targeted shooting of two Minnesota lawmakers.

Live updates: 'No Kings' protests against Trump planned nationwide

The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since President Trump returned to office.

Bill Nye says RFK Jr. spammed his phone with miles of anti-vax texts

Bill Nye the Science Guy once had to block Health Secretary RFK Jr. after he sent “miles and miles” of anti-vaccination texts to his phone, he recalled in a recent interview.

MN lawmaker shootings: Gabby Giffords 'horrified' by shooting

Former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords says she's "horrified" by the shooting of two Minnesota lawmakers early Saturday morning.

WA's elected officials urge for peace in preparation of Seattle protest

On Friday, a who’s who of elected leaders spoke to the community during a press conference saying they stand with protesters' rights to freedom of speech, but do not want to see any violence.

What is the "No Kings Day" protest about?

Demonstrators will take to the streets across the country this weekend to oppose President Donald Trump’s policies.