Melania Trump says she supports abortion rights

In a social media post, the former first lady advocates for abortion rights saying in part “Without a doubt, there is no room for compromise when it comes to this essential right that all women possess from birth: individual freedom."

Texas sues TikTok over claims app illegally shares minor's data

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against social media platform TikTok for allegedly violating state law.

Ted Cruz vs. Collin Allred: Texas Senate race tightens with 34 days until election

As Texas gears up for the November 5 Senate election, incumbent Ted Cruz faces a surprisingly competitive challenge from Democrat Collin Allred, who is just three points behind in the polls.

Walz, Vance vice presidential debate in New York: Moment-by-moment recap

Tuesday's debate was expected to receive the biggest television and online audience either running mate would face before Election Day.

Who won? Here are last night's key VP debate moments

During last night's VP debate, candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz engaged in a policy-heavy discussion while throwing jabs at their opposing running mates.

Jimmy Carter turns 100: Star-studded concert held, homes built in his honor

Former President Jimmy Carter observed his 100th birthday with a star-studded benefit concert that raised $1.2 million and a large-scale Habitat for Humanity event where 30 homes were built

Jimmy Carter at 100: Georgia and the world celebrates the 39th president's birthday

One hundred years ago today, Jimmy Carter was born on a small peanut farm in Plains. Georgia. His humanitarian work and expectation-defying rise changed the world.

Ryan Routh pleads not guilty to attempted assassination of Trump

Ryan Routh, who authorities said spent 12 hours camped outside Donald Trump’s golf course before Secret Service spotted him with a rifle, has pleaded not guilty to federal charges.

Biden, Harris and Trump to visit Helene-ravaged communities

President Biden said Monday the federal government will be with survivors and others affected by Helene for “as long as it takes.”

VP debate: How to watch Walz vs. Vance matchup

Vice presidential candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz will hit the debate stage Tuesday night to introduce themselves, and support their running mates ahead of November’s election. Here's what you need to know.

Amber Guyger now eligible for parole in Botham Jean's murder

Former police officer Amber Guyger is serving a 10-year sentence for the murder of Botham Jean in his Dallas apartment in 2018.

President Biden signs executive order around guns

President Biden signed executive orders this week on school shooter response plans and Glock switches.

Senate Democrats announce TV ad buy in support of Allred

The majority of polls show Ted Cruz with a lead over Allred, his Democratic challenger, but the margins have dropped in recent months.

Texas Supreme Court denies Ken Paxton's latest attempt to block state fair gun ban

“This Court cannot possibly order the State Fair to allow handguns to be carried at this year’s Fair when the party seeking that relief does not even argue that Texas law obligates the Fair to do so," one of the justices wrote in a legal opinion.