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Schiff again asks White House to disclose officials' financial transactions

Schiff asked first in April over "insider trading" concerns amid tariffs pause.
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Senator Adam Schiff attends a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., April 7, 2025.
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Supreme Court allows AR-15 ban in this state

The justices rejected an appeal from gun rights advocates.
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AR-15 rifles are displayed at an exhibition booth during the National Rifle Association annual convention in Dallas, Texas, May 18, 2024.
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Will Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ survive the Senate?

Some GOP fiscal hawks say they won’t support a bill that increases the deficit.
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President Donald Trump shakes hands with House Speaker Rep. Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune after  the National Prayer Breakfast in Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol on February 06, 2025 in Washington, DC.
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Trump seizes on Boulder suspect's immigration status in social media post

Trump said the attack "will not be tolerated."
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President Donald Trump walks to the Oval Office at the White House on June 1, 2025 in Washington.
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Musk: I don't 'want to take responsibility for everything the administration's doing'

Elon Musk made the comments over the weekend during an interview with CBS News.
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VIDEO: Musk: I don't 'want to take responsibility for everything the administration's doing'
June 02

Supreme Court won't hear challenge to Maryland assault weapons ban

The Supreme Court is declining to hear a challenge to state bans on assault weapons, semi-automatic rifles that are popular among gun owners and have also been used in multiple mass shootings.
June 02
VIDEO: Supreme Court won't hear challenge to Maryland assault weapons ban
June 01

Top White House economic adviser expects Trump and Xi to talk this week

Top WH economic adviser says it's moving forward on tariffs despite setbacks.
June 01
White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett appears on ABC News' "This Week" on June 1, 2025.
June 01

WFP's Cindy McCain: Gaza could be 'a humanitarian catastrophe ... like none other’

Cindy McCain discussed the need for humanitarian aid and a ceasefire in Gaza.
June 01
World Food Programme Executive Director Cindy McCain appears on ABC News' "This Week" on June 1, 2025
June 01

'This Week' Transcript 6-1-25: Kevin Hassett & Cindy McCain

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, June 1.
June 01
National Economic Council (NEC) director Kevin Hassett walks outside the White House following a television interview, in Washington, D.C., May 27, 2025.
May 31

Wes Moore, Tim Walz urge for a fiercer Democratic party at famed Jim Clyburn Fish Fry

Both governors have denied any plans of seeking the presidential nomination.
May 31
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks with Rep. Jim Clyburn, D-S.C., at the South Carolina Democratic Party's Blue Palmetto Dinner Friday, May 30, 2025, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard)
May 30

Hegseth reassures allies that US will support them against Chinese aggression

The defense secretary warned Chinese action against Taiwan could be imminent.
May 30
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivers his speech during 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue summit in Singapore,Saturday, May 31, 2025.
May 30

Trump touts US Steel-Nippon deal, but offers few details about merger he once opposed

Trump held a rally at U.S. Steel headquarters in Pittsburgh Friday.
May 30
President Donald Trump delivers remarks at U.S. Steel Corporation's Irvin Works in West Mifflin, Pa., May 30, 2025.
May 30

Trump makes announcement on US-Japan steel deal

During a rally in Pennsylvania on Friday, President Donald Trump said he is doubling the tariff imposed on imports of steel from 25% to 50%.
May 30
VIDEO: Trump makes announcement on US-Japan steel deal
May 30

PBS sues Trump administration over executive order targeting public broadcasting

The nation's public television service is challenging a May 1 executive order.
May 30
In this photo illustration, the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) logo is displayed on a smartphone screen.
May 30

'Well, we all are going to die:' GOP Sen. Ernst defends Medicaid cuts at town hall

Constituents at the Iowa town hall event raised concerns that proposed cuts to Medicaid under Trump's "big, beautiful bill" could threaten the lives of individuals who lose access to health care.
May 30
Constituents at the Iowa town hall event raised concerns that proposed cuts to Medicaid under Trump's "big, beautiful bill" could threaten the lives of individuals who lose access to health care.
May 30

White House NEC Director Kevin Hassett and Cindy McCain Sunday on "This Week"

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, June 1, 2025.
May 30
May 30

GOP senators plan hearing on Biden's perceived cognitive decline

Sen. Cornyn has also asked for a DOJ investigation into Biden's health
May 30
 Sen. John Cornyn in Washington, Dec. 19, 2024 and President Joe Biden in Washington, Sept. 30, 2024.
May 30

'We all are going to die': Republican Sen. Ernst defends Medicaid cuts at town hall

She's the latest GOP lawmaker to get heckled over Trump's "big, beautiful bill."
May 30
Senator Joni Ernst speaks during The Hill & Valley Forum 2025 at The Capitol Visitor Center, April 30, 2025.
May 30

Trump asked if he would consider pardoning Sean 'Diddy' Combs if convicted

President Donald Trump was asked if he would consider pardoning hip-hop mogul Sean Combs, who is currently charged with sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy, which he denies.
May 30
VIDEO: Trump asked if he would consider pardoning Sean 'Diddy' Combs
May 30

Elon Musk expects DOGE 'over time' to reach $1 trillion in cuts

Elon Musk said he believes the Department of Government Efficiency will "only grow stronger over time" and will see a "trillion dollars" of savings from waste and fraud reduction.
May 30
VIDEO: Elon Musk expects DOGE 'over time' to reach $1 trillion in cuts
May 30

Trump thanks Elon Musk for leading the Department of Government Efficiency

As President Donald Trump bids farewell to Elon Musk's work as a federal government employee, he said he believes Musk "is really not leaving."
May 30
VIDEO: Trump thanks Elon Musk for leading the Department of Government Efficiency
May 30

Man who allegedly threatened Trump may be victim of setup: Sources

Authorities are investigating whether the man even sent the letter.
May 30
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks with sailors and coast guardsmen at a Naval Support Activity, in Manama, Bahrain, May 24, 2025.
May 30

Biden says he's 'optimistic' in 1st public comments about cancer treatment

He spoke to reporters after a veterans memorial event in Delaware.
May 30
Former President Joe Biden speaks during a ceremony, at Veterans Memorial Park in New Castle, Delaware, May 30, 2025.
May 30

Chrisleys on Trump pardon, prison release: ‘We’re super excited’

Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley served time for tax evasion and bank fraud.
May 30
VIDEO: Chrisleys on Trump pardon, prison release: ‘We’re super excited’
May 30

Trump taps former right-wing podcast host for key watchdog post

Ingrassia would replace Hampton Dellinger, who opposed Trump's mass firings.
May 30
Paul Ingrassia Official Portrait
May 30

FBI investigating attempts to impersonate White House chief of staff Susie Wiles

The calls appear to use Wiles' voice, sources said.
May 30
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles listens during a cabinet meeting at the White House, April 30, 2025, in Washington.
May 30

Supreme Court allows Trump to begin removing half a million immigrants

The Supreme Court granted the Trump admin's request to revoke humanitarian parole for more than 530,000 immigrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela. ABC News’ Devin Dwyer reports.
May 30
VIDEO: Supreme Court allows Trump to begin removing half a million immigrants
May 30

Supreme Court allows Trump to begin removing half a million immigrants

The court did not explain its order staying a lower court decision.
May 30
The Supreme Court is seen on Capitol Hill in Washington, April 25, 2024.
May 30

Trump claims China 'totally violated' trade agreement with US

The sharp criticism appeared to cast doubt over the staying power of the accord, setting up the possibility of a rekindled trade war between the world's two largest economies.
May 30
The sharp criticism appeared to cast doubt over the staying power of the accord, setting up the possibility of a rekindled trade war between the world's two largest economies.
May 30

Trump claims China 'totally violated' trade agreement with US

U.S. stocks fell slightly in early trading after the comments from Trump.
May 30
President Donald Trump speaks to reporters in the Oval Office of the White House, May 23, 2025, in Washington.
May 30

RFK Jr.'s MAHA report cited nonexistent studies

Certain studies within the Trump administration's "Make America Healthy Again" report do not exist as cited, ABC News has confirmed.
May 30
Certain studies within the Trump administration's "Make America Healthy Again" report do not exist as cited, ABC News has confirmed.
May 29

Elon Musk leaves Trump administration

Elon Musk is leaving the White House after serving as a special government employee in the Trump administration. ABC News’ Jay O’Brien reports on the impacts of his controversial D.C. side gig.
May 29
VIDEO:  Elon Musk leaves Trump administration
May 29

Appeals court reinstates Trump's tariffs for now after ruling blocking them

A lower court had said he can't unilaterally impose some tariffs.
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

Trump lashes out at viral 'TACO trade' meme. What does it stand for?

"TACO trade," which stands for "Trump always chickens out," was coined by Financial Times columnist Robert Armstrong but has since spread across Wall Street and the internet.
May 29
"TACO trade," which stands for "Trump always chickens out," was coined by Financial Times columnist Robert Armstrong but has since spread across Wall Street and the internet.
May 29

Companies react to appeals court reinstating Trump tariffs

A federal appeals court on Thursday temporarily delayed Wednesday's court order blocking President Donald Trump’s tariffs, reinstating them at least for the time being.
May 29
VIDEO: Companies react to appeals court reinstating Trump tariffs
May 29

Trump lashes out over viral 'TACO trade' meme. What does it stand for?

The president was asked about the Wall Street jab in the Oval Office.
May 29
President Donald Trump speaks the press at the White House in Washington, May 28, 2025.
May 29

RFK Jr.'s MAHA report cited nonexistent studies

"It does make me concerned," said a researcher who did not write a paper cited.
May 29
Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., speaks as Secretary of Education Linda McMahon listens during a Make America Healthy Again Commission event at the White House in Washington, May 22, 2025.
May 29

White House slams judges who ruled against Trump on tariffs

Karoline Leavitt called on the U.S. Supreme Court to "put and end to this."
May 29
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during a briefing at the White House, May 29, 2025, in Washington.
May 29

Musk is leaving the White House, but will be unofficial adviser, official says

As a special government employee, Musk could serve only for 130 days.
May 29
President Donald Trump and Elon Musk attend a press conference in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, May 30, 2025.
May 29

Africa terror group ramping up ability to strike inside the US, general says

The Sahel region is the “epicenter of terrorism," Gen. Michael Langley said.
May 29
Commander of U.S. Africa Command, U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael Langley speaks during the African Chiefs of Defence Conference 2025 (ACHOD25) opening ceremony at Radisson Blu Hotel Gardens, in Nairobi, Kenya, May 28, 2025.
May 29

Trump's AF1 deal with Qatar not finalized, being reviewed by legal teams: Sources

The White House legal team is finalizing the details, an official said.
May 29
President Donald Trump smiles on stage at the Al Udeid Air Base, May 15, 2025, in Doha, Qatar.
May 29

What will be the impact of Elon Musk leaving the Trump administration?

Elon Musk posted on X Wednesday night thanking President Donald Trump, saying his Department of Government Efficiency team will continue to work throughout the government.
May 29
VIDEO: What will be the impact of Elon Musk leaving the Trump administration?
May 29

Supreme Court unanimously agrees to limit environmental impact studies

The justices ruled 8-0, clearing the way for a railway from Utah to Colorado.
May 29
May 29

Chinese student at Harvard ‘in panic mode’ due to Trump administration

Fangzhou Jiang is studying under a student visa and has one semester left before graduating from Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government.
May 29
VIDEO: Chinese student at Harvard ‘in panic mode’ due to Trump administration
May 28

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

The pair was serving time for tax evasion and bank fraud.
May 28
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 28

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 28
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.
President Donald Trump shakes hands with House Speaker Rep. Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune after  the National Prayer Breakfast in Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol on February 06, 2025 in Washington, DC.
President Donald Trump shakes hands with House Speaker Rep. Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune after  the National Prayer Breakfast in Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol on February 06, 2025 in Washington, DC.
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