New Dept. of Education directives: How could students be affected by them?
Last week, the Trump administration announced a number of new actions aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, a move that former department officials and civil rights experts say could have wide-ranging effects on American students.
Paxton sues state housing agency for religious discrimination
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs over rules he says discriminate against religious groups.
Pentagon investigating Arizona Senator Mark Kelly over video
Arizona's senior senator is now under investigation by the Pentagon, after he took part in a video with other Democratic lawmakers where they told military members that they can "refuse illegal orders."
First lady receives 2025 White House Christmas tree
First lady Melania Trump received the official 2025 White House Christmas tree on Monday, marking the start of the holiday season.
Trump calls Marjorie Taylor Greene's resignation 'great news'
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she will resign from Congress early next year, a decision that stunned political observers and drew swift reaction from President Donald Trump.
Texas AG Paxton wants divorce docs to stay sealed, calls request to publicize 'intrusive'
The attorney general's brief of opposition, filed in Collin County earlier this week, argues that the motions filed by numerous media outlets to unseal the records are “intrusive."
Texas redistricting: Supreme Court puts pause on ruling about new congressional map
The Supreme Court has decided to put a lower court ruling concerning the 2025 Texas congressional map on pause pending the state's appeal, per the Associated Press.
Mamdani, Trump speak after meeting at the White House
After their Oval Office meeting, both President Trump and Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani described the conversation as productive and focused on shared priorities.
What we know about Friday’s Trump-Mamdani meeting
President Donald Trump and NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani are expected to meet Friday – the first face-to-face meeting since Mamdani’s election victory. Here’s what we know.
Trump threatens Slotkin, other members of Congress with jail time over video to military
Responding to a video posted on social media by members of Congress, including U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin of Michigan, President Donald Trump labeled the recording “SEDITIOUS BEHAVIOR" that's “punishable by DEATH!"
Trump approval rating hits record low in FOX News poll
President Trump faces record-high disapproval ratings among core supporters as 76% of voters view the economy negatively, according to a new Fox News poll.
Trump signs bill to release the Epstein files: What's next
President Donald Trump has signed a bill requiring the Justice Department to release its files on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Texas AG Paxton investigates US Tennis Association for possible violation of state gender law
The Texas attorney general said that it was a matter of “the radical left" “crushing the dreams" of women.
How every Texas House member voted on releasing Epstein files
The House of Representatives and Senate approved a bill on Tuesday that mandates the Justice Department to release all case files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Texas could be home to new FEMA headquarters, source says
Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd is reportedly being considered as the new FEMA leader, despite having previously turned down the position to focus on Texas.
AG Paxton sues Central Texas school districts for refusing to display Ten Commandments in classrooms
Two Central Texas school districts are being sued by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for refusing to display the Ten Commandments in classrooms.
Tariff dividend: Trump says when he thinks checks could be issued
President Trump doubled down on the idea of a tariff dividend check for Americans. Here’s the latest of what he’s saying.
Trump announces expedited visa process for 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket holders
President Trump announced a new priority appointment scheduling system to expedite visa interviews for 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket holders as the U.S. and North Texas prepare to host a record number of matches.