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Rep. Mike Flood, R-Nebr., on getting booed at a town hall held in his district

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Rep. Mike Flood, R-Nebr., about his raucous town hall where constituents expressed concerns over the GOP’s major legislative package.
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May 29

Elon Musk announces departure from Trump administration as 130-day role ends

Musk's off-boarding is set to begin Wednesday night, an official said. 
May 29
Elon Musk listens to President Donald Trump speak in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Feb. 11, 2025.
May 29

Federal court says Trump doesn't have the power to impose tariffs unilaterally

The Trump administration has filed a notice of appeal challenging the decision.
May 29
President Donald Trump speaks during a swearing in ceremony for interim U.S. Attorney for Washington, D.C. Jeanine Pirro in the Oval Office of the White House, May 28, 2025 in Washington.
May 29

Todd and Julie Chrisley released from prison after Trump's pardon

The pair was serving time for tax evasion and bank fraud.
May 29
Reality TV Personalities Julie Chrisley and Todd Chrisley visit Hallmark's "Home & Family" at Universal Studios Hollywood, June 18, 2018 in Universal City, California.
May 29

As Ukraine talks founder, Trump turns to Mideast for signs of progress: ANALYSIS

The administration sees more promise in dealmaking with Iran and in Gaza.
May 29
Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff speaks to the meida as President Donald Trump listens in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, May 28, 2025.
May 28

Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar has been killed: Netanyahu

Mick Mulroy, the former deputy assistant secretary of defense for the Middle East, discussed recent developments in the Israel-Hamas war, including trouble with aid distribution in Gaza.
May 28
VIDEO: Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar has been killed: Netanyahu
May 28

Crowd boos GOP Rep. Hinson at Iowa town hall over Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’

Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, faced a rowdy crowd at a town hall in Decorah, Iowa, as she praised President Donald Trump and the passage of the bill in the House.
May 28
Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, faced a rowdy crowd at a town hall in Decorah, Iowa, as she praised President Donald Trump and the passage of the bill in the House.
May 28

Consulates must pause new visa appointments for international students: State Dept.

Jennifer Behm, a partner at Berardi Immigration Law, breaks down the reasoning behind the State Department’s pause on new visa interviews for international students hoping to study in the U.S.
May 28
VIDEO: Consulates must pause new visa appointments for international students: State Dept.
May 28

Crowds boo House Republicans at town halls over Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

Reps. Mike Flood and Ashley Hinson faced constituents back home Wednesday.
May 28
In this screen grab from a video, Rep. Mike Flood is shown at a town hall meeting on May 28, 2025.
May 28

Trump administration halts student visa appointments to expand social media screening

The State Department has paused new visa interviews for international students hoping to study in the U.S.
May 28
VIDEO: Trump administration halts student visa appointments to expand social media screening
May 28

Trump announces controversial pick to fill federal court vacancy

Emil Bove is known for his purge of career officials across the DOJ and FBI.
May 28
Donald Trump attorney Emil Bove watches as President-elect Donald Trump appears remotely for a sentencing hearing in front of New York State Judge Juan Merchan at Manhattan Criminal Court, Jan. 10, 2025 in New York City.
May 28

Trump escalates war with Harvard: 'They're getting in deeper and deeper'

President Donald Trump again lashed out at Harvard University on Wednesday, accusing it of treating the country with disrespect.
May 28
President Donald Trump again lashed out at Harvard University on Wednesday, accusing it of treating the country with disrespect.
May 28

Trump escalates war with Harvard: 'They're getting in deeper and deeper'

"Every time they fight, they lose another $250 million," the president said.
May 28
Harvard's Eliot House tower on the Harvard University campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts, May 27, 2025.
May 28

Trump has shifted his stance on Putin, but Russia shows no signs of backing down

Putin has "been able to play and outplay" Trump, one analyst told ABC News.
May 28
President Donald Trump in Washington, May 12, 2025 and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Krasnodar Region, Russia, May 19, 2025.
May 28

NC becomes second state to be denied FEMA funding under Trump administration

The Category 4 storm devastated western North Carolina with record flooding.
May 28
In this March 29, 2025, file photo, a sign is seen outside the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center at the Fairview Public Library in Fairview, North Carolina.
May 28

Jeanine Pirro vows to tackle violence as top prosecutor in DC

Trump said he has confidence in Pirro to improve safety in D.C.
May 28
President Donald Trump watches as Attorney General Pam Bondi swears in interim U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro during a ceremony in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, May 28, 2025.
May 28

Trump swears in Jeanine Pirro as top prosecutor in DC

Earlier this month, President Donald Trump tapped Pirro -- a former judge and prosecutor who also hosted Fox News' "The Five" -- for the job after controversy around his previous pick, Ed Martin.
May 28
Earlier this month, President Donald Trump tapped Pirro -- a former judge and prosecutor who most recently hosted Fox News' "The Five" -- for the job after controversy around his previous pick, Ed Martin.
May 28

Judge allows DOGE to access sensitive Treasury payment systems

The ruling marks a win for the Trump administration and DOGE.
May 28
The U.S. Treasury Department building is seen in front of the White House on May 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.
May 28

Noem slams 'train wreck' European leaders at CPAC

Kristi Noem pushed for Karol Nawrocki to be president of Poland while speaking at CPAC in Warsaw, decrying his opponent as a "train wreck."
May 28
Kristi Noem pushed for Karol Nawrocki to be president of Poland while speaking at CPAC in Warsaw, decrying his opponent as a "train wreck."
May 28

RFK Jr. changes COVID-19 vaccine recommendations

Kennedy, one of the nation's most publicly recognized vaccine skeptics, made the announcement in a video post on his X account.
May 28
Kennedy, one of the nation's most publicly recognized vaccine skeptics, made the announcement in a video post on his X account.
May 27

Trump to pardon reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley

The reality TV series stars were convicted of tax evasion and bank fraud.
May 27
In this Nov. 20, 2019, file photo, Julie Chrisley and Todd Chrisley attend an event in Nashville, Tenn.
May 27

Here's the country the State Department says detains the most US citizens

Americans are warned to avoid traveling to Venezuela "at all costs."
May 27
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro speaks to supporters as he celebrates the results of the parliamentary and regional elections at the Bolivar square in Caracas, on May 25, 2025.
May 27

Trump asks Supreme Court to let him deport migrants to South Sudan

The emergency petition involves migrants headed to South Sudan.
May 27
A general view of the U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, June 1, 2024.
May 27

RFK Jr. cuts COVID-19 vaccine recommendation for healthy kids, pregnant women

The move could alter guidance for doctors as well as some insurance coverage.
May 27
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., standing next to Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary and National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya, seen in a post on X where he announced the removal of the COVID-19 vaccine from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's immunization schedule for healthy children and pregnant women.
May 27

'Destroyed their civilizations': Noem slams 'weak' European leaders at CPAC

The conservative candidate visited President Donald Trump earlier this year.
May 27
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem delivers a speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference, CPAC, on May 27, 2025 in Jasionka, Poland.
May 27

Here are the events DHS, FBI are warning could be targets for violence this summer

It comes after two staff members of the Israeli Embassy were killed in D.C.
May 27
In this Oct. 9, 2024, file photo, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) seal is shown outside the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in Washington, D.C.
May 27

RFK Jr. cuts COVID-19 vaccine recommendation for healthy kids, pregnant women

ABC News' Dr. Darien Sutton discusses the move which could alter guidance for doctors as well as some insurance coverage.
May 27
ABC News' Dr. Darien Sutton discusses the move which could alter guidance for doctors as well as some insurance coverage.
May 27

Trump to push for end to all federal agencies' Harvard contracts

The school has sued the administration over executive orders.
May 27
Students walk on the campus of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, May 23, 2025.
May 27

President Trump to call on federal agencies to cancel Harvard contracts: Source

The White House will send a letter to federal agencies asking them to identify any contracts with Harvard and cancel them, according to a senior administration official.
May 27
The White House will send a letter to federal agencies asking them to identify any contracts with Harvard and cancel them, according to a senior administration official.
May 26

Former Rep. Charles Rangel dies at 94

Former New York Rep. Charles Rangel, a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus who spent more than four decades in the House, has died at 94.
May 26
Former New York Rep. Charles Rangel, a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus who spent more than four decades in the House, has died at 94.
May 26

Trump pardons Virginia sheriff convicted of federal bribery charges

Scott Jenkins, who was sheriff in Culpeper, was to report to jail on Tuesday.
May 26
Culpeper County, Virginia, Sheriff Scott Jenkins speaks during a gun rights rally organized by The Virginia Citizens Defense League on Capitol Square near the state capital building, Jan. 20, 2020, in Richmond, Va.
May 26

Former Rep. Charles Rangel, who spent 4 decades in Congress, dies at 94

The trailblazer was a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus.
May 26
Rep. Charles Rangel sits in the audience during the presentation ceremony of the Congressional Gold Medal at the Emancipation Hall of the Capitol Visitor's Center, June 27, 2012, on Capitol Hill.
May 26

FBI reopens investigation into cocaine at White House, leaked Dobbs opinion

Dan Bongino announced it will reopen cases that have "garnered public interest."
May 26
The Federal Bureau of Investigation headquarters in Washington, May 16, 2025.
May 26

Trump takes veiled swipe at Biden in Arlington Memorial Day remarks

The president laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns in the annual ceremony.
May 26
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance salute as they attend the 157th National Memorial Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery, May 26, 2025, in Arlington, Va.
May 26

JD Vance honors ‘the very best of us’ at Arlington National Cemetery

Speaking of the fallen, the vice president said, “They stood, not apart from us, but among us. Ordinary men and women who chose to shoulder an impossible burden.”
May 26
Speaking of the fallen, the vice president said, “They stood, not apart from us, but among us. Ordinary men and women who chose to shoulder an impossible burden.”
May 26

Trump doubles down on demand for names, countries of Harvard's international students

He also threatened to take away more federal funds from the school.
May 26
President Donald Trump walks towards Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House, May 23, 2025 in Washington.
May 26

Trump extends deadline for 50% tariffs on EU to July 9

President Donald Trump's decision came after a phone call with Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission.
May 26
President Donald Trump's decision came after a phone call with Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission.
May 25

German-American dual citizen charged with planning attack on US Embassy in Tel Aviv

The man was carrying Molotov cocktails in his bag, authorities said.
May 25
Israeli security forces stand in front of the US Embassy Branch Office in Tel Aviv, March 8, 2024.
May 25

GOP senator: Resistance to Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' could stop it in the Senate

Some Republican senators says the package doesn’t do enough to cut debt.
May 25
President Donald Trump, alongside Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson speaks to the media after his meeting with House Republicans about his so-called 'big beautiful bill' in Washington, May 20, 2025.
May 24

Trump threatens tech companies with tariffs if they don’t manufacture in US

ABC News’ Alex Presha and Yahoo Finance tech editor Dan Howley discuss President Donald Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on tech companies that do not move manufacturing to the United States.
May 24
Trump threatens tech companies with tariffs if they don’t manufacture in US
May 24

Trump praises West Point graduates, touts 'golden age' of US military

Trump boasted the military's accomplishments during his speech.
May 24
President Donald Trump addresses graduates of the United States Military Academy at West Point in Michie Stadium, on May 24, 2025, in West Point, NY.
May 23

New Jersey governor race heats up ahead of primary

New Jersey is set to hold gubernatorial elections this year, with hotly-contested primaries set for next month.
May 23
New Jersey is set to hold gubernatorial elections this year, with hotly-contested primaries set for next month.
May 23

New Jersey governor race heats up ahead of primary -- with Trump's impact on the line

Experts say the election could be a bellwether ahead of 2026's midterms.
May 23
From left, New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer; Newark Mayor Ras Baraka; Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop; moderator NJ Spotlight News anchor Briana Vannozzi; moderator WNYC Morning Edition host Michael Hill; New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill; and former state Senate President Steve Sweeney attend the New Jersey Democratic gubernatorial primary debate, May 12, 2025, in Newark, N.J.
May 23

Trump threatens to tariff Apple and Samsung, dodges questions about legality

President Donald Trump was asked about his threat to slap tariffs on Apple if it doesn't build iPhones in the U.S. and the president said it could go beyond Apple.
May 23
President Donald Trump was asked about his threat to slap tariffs on Apple if it doesn't build iPhones in the U.S. and the president said it could go beyond Apple.
May 23

'Difficult to understand what the Trump meme coin is': Economist

Aaron Klein, a senior fellow in economic studies at the Brookings Institution, discussed the fallout following President Donald Trump's crypto gala Thursday.
May 23
VIDEO: 'Difficult to understand what the Trump meme coin is': Economist
May 23

'It's an attack,' says Harvard Hillel Director on possible international student ban

Harvard Hillel Executive Director Rabbi Jason Rubenstein reacts to the Trump administration’s move to bar Harvard from enrolling international students.
May 23
VIDEO: 'It's an attack,' says Harvard Hillel Director on possible international student ban
May 23

Trump bill ‘a backdoor abortion ban’: Planned Parenthood CEO

Alexis McGill Johnson says the legislation, which passed in the House, “is really designed to shut down health centers in areas that are also able to provide abortion access.”
May 23
Trump bill ‘a backdoor abortion ban’: Planned Parenthood CEO
May 23

Judge blocks Trump's move to bar Harvard from enrolling international students

U.S. District Judge Allison D. Burroughs granted a temporary restraining order and set a hearing for Tuesday morning.
May 23
VIDEO: Judge temporarily blocks Trump's move to bar Harvard from enrolling international students
May 23

Trump a ‘bully’ with tariff threats on Apple, EU: Dem congressman

Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., says President Donald Trump’s recent comments “only creates controversy.”
May 23
VIDEO: Trump a ‘bully’ with tariff threats on Apple, EU: Dem congressman
May 23

President Trump threatens Apple, EU with tariffs

ABC News’ Selina Wang reports on the latest news out of the Trump administration.
May 23
VIDEO: President Trump threatens Apple, EU with tariffs

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