Texas lawmakers react to US strikes in Iran

The United States and Israel conducted military strikes on Iran on Saturday and President Donald Trump called on the Iranian public to “seize control of your destiny" by rising up against Islamic leadership in the country.

National Guardsman injured in DC shooting receives Purple Heart at State of the Union

President Donald Trump recognized the National Guardsman who was shot in an attack in Washington, D.C. during the State of the Union address Tuesday night. 

Women’s US Olympic hockey team declines State of the Union invite

President Donald Trump invited both the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team and the U.S. women's Olympic hockey team – who both won gold medals at the Milan Cortina Olympics – to the State of the Union on Tuesday. But it seems only one team will be able to make it. 

Man arrested after running toward US Capitol with loaded shotgun, police say

A man was arrested outside the U.S. Capitol building on Tuesday after bringing a loaded shotgun onto the premises, U.S. Capitol Police say.

DHS shutdown now in effect after Congress fails to reach funding deal

The Department of Homeland Security is now partially shut down after Congress failed to pass a funding bill before the midnight deadline.

Government Shutdown: DHS closure seems certain as funding talks stall

A shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security appeared all but certain as House and Senate lawmakers prepared to leave Washington for a 10‑day recess and negotiations with the White House over Democrats’ demands stalled.

Fort Worth Buddhist monks arrive in Virginia after walking 2,000 miles for peace

Buddhist monks from North Texas are finishing up their 2,000-mile trek across the country. Millions have been following their journey, which is all in the name of peace.

Government Shutdown 2026: Partial shutdown ends after House vote

The House has passed a roughly $1.2 trillion spending package to end the partial government shutdown Tuesday afternoon.

Trump plans to close Kennedy Center for 2 years starting July 4

President Donald Trump announced Sunday that he plans to close The Kennedy Center for two years beginning in July.

Why the next full moon is called the 'Snow Moon' — and how to see it

The 2026 'Snow Moon,' February’s full moon, peaks Sunday, Feb. 1. Named for winter’s snowier months, it will be visible at moonrise with easy viewing for skywatchers.

Washington Post reporter’s home searched by FBI in classified documents probe, newspaper says

FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.

Politicians react to 5-year anniversary of Jan. 6th riot
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Today marks 5 years since a mob of Donald Trump supporters broke into the U.S. Capitol, injuring over 100 police officers and resulting in the deaths of four people that day. Trump and other politicians reacted to the anniversary throughout the day.

Politicians react to 5-year anniversary of Jan. 6th riot
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Today marks 5 years since a mob of Donald Trump supporters broke into the U.S. Capitol, injuring over 100 police officers and resulting in the deaths of four people that day. Trump and other politicians reacted to the anniversary throughout the day.

Trump claims US will 'run' Venezuela after Maduro captured

The United States carried out a large-scale strike in Venezuela early Saturday, President Donald Trump said.

Capitol riot pipe bomb suspect appears in court
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The man accused of planting pipe bombs outside of both the Democrat and Republican National Committee headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot appeared in court on Tuesday.

Maryland congresswoman introduces two bills to overturn renaming of Kennedy Center

On Tuesday, Congresswoman April McClain Delaney introduced two pieces of legislation to overturn the attempt to add President Donald Trump's name to the John F.