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Lawmakers battle over funding as deadline looms ahead of potential government shutdown

Palmetto Bay vice mayor calls for councilman’s resignation

Mark Merwitzer, the village’s vice mayor, said he was demanding Councilman Steve Cody’s resignation and said the issue was a top priority.

Charlie Kirk shooting suspect’s roommate has been ‘cooperative,’ Utah governor says

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox told NBC News’ “Meet the Press” that the suspect in Charlie Kirk’s assassination was in a romantic relationship…

Brazil Supreme Court majority finds Bolsonaro guilty of coup attempt

The majority of a panel of Brazilian Supreme Court justices on Thursday voted to convict former president Jair Bolsonaro of attempting a…

The Express Lane Lie – Florida’s Golden Goose with Broken Wings

DOT, you’ve turned a highway into a toll booth with a padlock on it. The I-95 Express Lanes were sold to us…

Renner criticizes Ladapo’s announcement on vaccine mandates

Paul Renner, a former speaker of the Florida House of Representatives who recently announced he is entering the governor’s race, criticized Dr.…

Trump accuses Fed official, other political opponents of mortgage fraud

President Trump calls on Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to resign, accusing her of mortgage fraud. NBC News Politics Reporter Allan Smith…

Files related to Jeffrey Epstein heading to Congress

The U.S. Justice Department is set to turn over records related to Jeffrey Epstein this week.

FWC commissioners approve Florida bear hunt

After a controversial 2015 hunt, Florida officials appointed by the governor were considering reopening the black bear hunt season this fall. Animal…

BREAKING: Declassified docs put Hillary Clinton in the spotlight

Justice correspondent David Spunt provides details on revelations from newly declassified documents and the Hillary Clinton Campaign’s alleged connections. #whitehouse #trump #us…

Kamala Harris says she will not run for California governor

Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced she will not run for California governor in 2026, closing the door on a high-profile race…

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill push for release of Epstein documents

House Speaker Mike Johnson is rebuffing pressure to act on the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, instead sending members home early for a…

Congress getting closer to making DOGE cuts permanent

The Senate has passed Donald Trump’s request to cancel about $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting spending, moving forward on…

DOGE fires nearly all USIP employees in weekend email

The Department of Government Efficiency has fired almost all USIP employees in a weekend email. A former spokesperson says all but roughly…

Security concerns over anonymous pizza deliveries to members of Congress

Authorities are investigating anonymous pizza deliveries sent to members of Congress across the country.

Minnesota authorities urgently search for gunman accused of targeting 2 Democratic state lawmakers

House passes budget bill

Members of Congress are heading home after a marathon of negotiations.

Man arrested in Sunny Isles after causing disturbance at government center

A 38-year-old man was arrested over the weekend after causing a stir in Sunny Isles.

Feds promise air traffic control system upgrades

The Federal Aviation Administration recently announced a three-year plan to upgrade air traffic control systems nationwide.

Pakistan says 26 killed in Indian attacks

Pakistan’s army chief said 26 civilians died and 46 were injured in the Indian attack on Wednesday. India’s military said it struck…

India Pakistan War Explained – India Retaliates & Launches Strike on Pakistan

Patrick Bet-David explains the reasons behind why India and Pakistan have such a contentious relationship in this video. Explore the history and…

Bipartisan bill pushes to eliminate the penny

A bipartisan group of lawmakers is reviving a bill pushing to eliminate the penny, an effort that has spanned through generations of…

TSA to start enforcing REAL ID on May 7

Transportation Security Administration agents warned that people who do not have a REAL ID, including TSA PreCheck passengers, will not be allowed…

FSU student who knew suspected shooter says he was removed from club for white supremacist views

FSU student Reid Seybold described locking down with classmates during the campus shooting, hiding under desks and hearing the door handle rattle.…

‘The System Is Broken’: Bernie Sanders Calls For Getting ‘Big Money Out Of The Political Process’

During a CNN town hall on Wednesday, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) spoke about voters growing disillusioned and how to repair a ‘broken’…

Elon Musk calls for arrest of ‘fake NGO’ leaders, claiming they engaged in ‘money laundering scheme’

Elon Musk on Tuesday called for the arrest of leaders of “fake” organizations that receive federal funds — saying they represent a…

Lincoln Diaz-Balart, an advocate for political prisoners and migrants, dies

Lincoln Díaz-Balart, who served in the Florida House, the Florida Senate, and the U.S. House of Representatives, died on Monday, according to…

A FedEx Cargo flight makes emergency landing after a bird strike

A FedEx cargo plane traveling from Newark to Indianapolis hit a bird during takeoff Saturday morning, officials said. That strike damaged one…

Former Miccosukee tribe chairman Billy Cypress dies at 74

During his time as the tribe’s chair, Cypress oversaw the Miccosukees’ gaming operations and was the leading advocate for the tribe and…

White House press secretary announces changes to press pool

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt revealed that the administration will now determine which media outlets will be in the White House…

21 former USDS employees resign in refusal to work for DOGE

Twenty-one employees resigned from the United States Digital Service in protest of the Department of Government Efficiency’s effort to carry out layoffs…

Top Social Security official steps down after disagreement with DOGE

acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration, Michelle King, has resigned after refusing a request from the Department of Government Efficiency to…

GOLD BARS FOUND: Project Veritas EPA Investigation Leads Zeldin to Recover $20 Billion for Taxpayers

The “Gold Bars” have been found – and they’re on the way back to YOU, the American taxpayer, thanks to Project Veritas’…

Carl Higbie: Elon’s putting an end to Democrats using USAID to pocket tax dollars

On Thursday’s “Carl Higbie FRONTLINE,” Carl talked about the Department of Government Efficiency canceling USAID money to liberal causes.

Senate committee advances Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination to serve as DNI

The Senate Intelligence Committee has voted to advance Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination to serve as the director of national intelligence. NBC News’ Ryan…

Kash Patel opening statement: I will address ‘erosion of trust’ in the FBI

During his opening statement, Kash Patel told lawmakers he would aim to address the “erosion of trust” in the FBI if he…

LIVE: RFK Jr. testifies at Senate confirmation hearing for HHS secretary — 1/29/2025

Sunrise condo owners in limbo amid $4.5 million assessment controversy

A state senator has accused engineers hired by a homeowners association of causing unnecessary panic after inspection reports labeled several condo buildings…

Changes come to FL’s elected officials as the Trump presidency approaches

In this week’s edition of Facing South Florida: State Senator Joe Gruters joins Jim DeFede from Washington, DC, where he will attend…

BREAKING: Mike Johnson re-elected as House speaker

The House Republicans have voted to re-elect Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., as House speaker. NBC News’ Julie Tsirkin and Garrett Haake report…

Congress considers ban on Chinese-made drones used in U.S.

About 80 percent of all drones sold in the U.S. are made by a Chinese company, DJI, that the U.S. government says…

BREAKING: House passes bill to avert government shutdown hours before deadline

The Republican-controlled House on Friday evening passed a short-term bill to avert a government shutdown, just hours ahead of a deadline that…

New Jersey mayor ‘tired of being insulted’ by federal officials over drone sightings

Belleville, New Jersey Mayor Michael Melham joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss his concerns about drone sightings over his state and…

South Korean president impeached after martial law order

South Korea’s parliament on Saturday impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his martial law decree, a move that ended days of political…

South Korea lifts martial law after parliament vote

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s government has lifted the martial law he imposed during a tense night of political drama in…

U.S. officials ‘still working to expel’ Chinese hackers from massive telecom breach

U.S. officials update reporters on it’s investigation into a massive and ongoing Chinese hack of multiple U.S. telecom companies. NBC News Justice…

Don’t fall for TSA PreCheck scams this holiday season

Scammers are exploiting travelers who want or have the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck this holiday season.

Georgia trial of man accused of killing nursing student begins

The trial of the man accused of killing 22-year-old Laken Riley began in Athens, Ga., with prosecutors outlining how they think the…

Palmetto Bay elects 24-year-old vice mayor

Mark Merwitzer, a 24-year-old lifelong resident of Palmetto Bay, has been elected the city’s vice mayor, the youngest person to hold the…