NC redistricting trial begins, with racial gerrymandering allegations the focus
North Carolina congressional and legislative districts drawn by Republicans in 2023 that helped them retain majorities in Raleigh and Washington are in court.
Trump attends G7 summit amid his trade war with US allies
G7 summit opened in Canada on Monday with a focus on trade, wars. There is a shared mission to minimize any fireworks between Donald Trump and other world leaders.
Justice Department's early moves on voting and elections signal a shift from its traditional role
The Trump administration's Justice Department has begun targeting Democratic and presidential swing states with demands for election data or changes to voter registration procedures.
Authorities still searching for suspect in shooting of 2 Minnesota state lawmakers
A massive search is stretching into its second day for a man who authorities say posed as a police officer and fatally shot a Democratic state lawmaker in her suburban Minneapolis home.
Thousands gather for Charlotte 'No Kings' rally, small group pepper sprayed hours later
At least 5,500 people gathered in First Ward Park for the 'No Kings' rally and protest Saturday afternoon. The crowd packed into the park carrying signs towering over the crowd with clear messages. Hours after the sanctioned protest in Uptown, Charlotte Mecklenburg Police arrested two people and used pepper spray to control the crowd.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz: Two lawmakers shot, one killed, in politically targeted shooting
A Minnesota lawmaker and her husband were shot and killed in their home early Saturday by someone posing as a police officer and a second lawmaker and his wife were wounded in what Gov. Tim Walz described as βtargeted political violence.β
Monroe residents shocked to learn NC House Bill 3 would change the city's election process
Backdoor politics in Raleigh has people in Monroe furious. NC House Bill 3 was first created to change election years in Simpson, North Carolina. Like most bills, things have been added. Just this week, Monroe officials found out the new provision would change the way the city has voted for more than 60 years.
Military commander says 200 Marines moved into LA to protect federal property and personnel
About 200 Marines have moved into Los Angeles and will protect federal property and personnel, the commander in charge says.
UPDATE: Israeli strikes kill Iranβs top military leaders and prompt retaliation
Israel attacked Iran early Friday with a barrage of airstrikes that took out top military officers andΒ hit nuclearΒ and missile sites, calling it just the beginning and raising the potential for an all-out war between the two bitter Middle East adversaries.
Judge blocks Trumpβs election executive order
A federal judge on Friday blocked President Donald Trumpβs attempt to overhaul elections in the U.S., siding with a group of Democratic state attorneys general who challenged the effort as unconstitutional.
Judge says Trump illegally deployed National Guard to help with LA protests, must return control
A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order Thursday directing President Donald Trump to return control of the National Guard to California.
House approves Trump's request to cut funding for NPR, PBS and foreign aid
The House has voted to cut about $9.4 billion in spending as President Donald Trumpβs administration looks to follow through on work done by the Department of Government Efficiency when it was overseen by Elon Musk.
What to know about 'No Kings' protests against Trump's policies
Opponents of President Donald Trumpβs administration are set to rally in nearly 2,000 cities and towns this weekend.
Trump signs measure blocking Californiaβs ban on new sales of gas-powered cars
President Donald Trump signed a resolution on Thursday that blocks Californiaβs first-in-the-nation rule banning the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035.
Hearing set on Trumpβs use of troops to help with immigration raids in LA
A federal court hearing is scheduled for Thursday on whether the Trump administration can use the National Guard and Marines to assist with immigration raids in Los Angeles.
Republican SC House member charged with distributing child sexual abuse material
A Republican South Carolina House member has been arrested and charged with 10 counts of distributing sexual abuse material involving children.
Permitless concealed carry in North Carolina faces uphill battle after some GOP pushback
North Carolina legislators have given final approval to a bill allowing eligible adults to carry a concealed handgun without a permit.
Numerous 'No Kings' protests planned for Charlotte and surrounding areas
More than a dozen protests have been planned for Charlotte and surrounding areas for Saturday, June 14th.Β
UPDATE: Police arrest more than 20 people on first night of curfew aimed at protests in LA
Police arrested more than 20 people, mostly on curfew violations, on the first night of restrictions in downtown Los Angeles.
Trump announces trade deal with China, says tariffs on Chinese goods go to 55%
President Donald Trump says the United States will get magnets and rare earth minerals from China under a new trade framework and tariffs on Chinese goods will total 55%.
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