Lawmakers explore ways to weaken state judges, upend landmark case law

Republican-led state legislatures are advancing measures to limit judicial power, challenging the role of courts in deciding constitutional issues and selecting judges.

USDA announces crackdown on benefits for undocumented immigrants – something that's already federal law

The head of the USDA announced she will stop undocumented immigrants from receiving food stamps. But federal law already prohibits people who are in the country illegally from getting SNAP benefits.

Trump hosts British prime minister to discuss Ukraine, security

President Donald Trump said Thursday that he was confident that Russian President Vladimir Putin "will keep his word" if a deal is reached to end the war between Russia and Ukraine.

Bill filed to protect Texas renters in cases of justified force

A Texas lawmaker has filed legislation that would protect renters from facing eviction if they use justified force to protect their families and homes. The bill was inspired by a Fort Worth mom's legal battle after being burglarized numerous times.

JFK files: House Oversight Committee will hold March hearing, plan to visit Dallas

The House Oversight Committee is planning its first hearing on the release of records related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and a possible visit to Dallas.

Trump's tariffs on Mexico and Canada planned for Tuesday; China tariffs to double

President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada are expected to go into effect on March 4, as critics warn it will drastically raise prices in the U.S.

DOGE cuts outlined in new Trump executive order: See the list

President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order directing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to review federal spending, scrutinize contracts, and eliminate waste.

House passes Trump’s budget plan; here’s what happens next

Weeks of committee hearings to hammer out the bill's details before it heads to the Senate for a final vote are still ahead.

Trump shares apparent AI video offering ‘what's next’ for Gaza

President Trump shared an AI video of “what’s next" for Gaza that included a sunny beachside resort town alongside images of bearded bellydancers and a golden Trump balloon and statue.

Christianity seeing rebound, but 'generational replacement' lags: Survey

More people are reporting praying and attending religious services less, which can be contributed to a "generational replacement" gap, a new survey says.

Trump proposes $5M ‘gold card’ visa as new path to US citizenship

President Donald Trump has proposed a new “gold card” visa that would grant permanent residency and a path to U.S. citizenship for $5 million, replacing the EB-5 investor visa.

Proposed bill could reduce DART funding by 25%
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A North Texas lawmaker has filed a bill that would reduce what DART can collect in taxes from its member cities. The cities are happy, but DART argues the loss in funding would be devastating.

Trump teases "Gold Card" for path to citizenship
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President Donald Trump teased a Gold Card that would provided a path to citizenship for people who are willing to spend millions.

Student loan IDR plans: What could happen under federal budget proposals

House Republicans and federal courts are targeting student loan repayment plans, potentially raising monthly payments for millions of borrowers. Here’s what to know.