Trump responds to GOP senator's push to bump minimum wage to $15 an hour
President Donald Trump has expressed uncertainty about Sen. Josh Hawley's bipartisan proposal to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour, noting its impact on business.
Minnesota shootings; Wisconsin lawmakers on edge, statehouse security tightens
Anxious lawmakers convened Wednesday under heightened security in Wisconsin’s state Capitol.
Supreme Court OKs Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for kids
The ruling by the Supreme Court is a setback for transgender rights, with more than 20 states enacting laws similar to that of Tennessee.
Trump dismisses Gabbard's Iran nuke claim; WH insists he's aligned with intel chief
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard dismissed concerns Iran was building a nuclear weapon earlier this year, but Trump now says he believes Iran is close to building the weapon.
Minnesota leaders condemn polarizing rhetoric in wake of tragic shootings
In the aftermath of the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, some lawmakers are taking heat for their divisive rhetoric.
Sen. Tina Smith confronts Sen. Mike Lee over MN lawmaker shooting comments
U.S. Sen. Tina Smith confronted Sen. Mike Lee of Utah on Monday over his social media posts that blamed the Minnesota lawmaker shootings on "Marxists."
NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested, released by ICE
Video posted to X shows immigration officials arresting Lander as he says, “I’m not obstructing." Officers appear to pin him against the wall while placing him in handcuffs.
WI Supreme Court strikes down GOP law weakening attorney general's power
A unanimous Wisconsin Supreme Court sided with the Democratic state attorney general Tuesday in a long-running battle over a law passed by Republicans who wanted to weaken the office in a lame duck legislative session more than six years ago.
Lawmakers shootings: Trump says calling Walz would ‘waste time’
Trump told reporters he wasn’t calling Minnesota’s governor Tim Walz after the lawmakers shooting, calling Walz “slick" and “whacked out" and saying a call would “waste time."
Lawmakers introducing bill to limit Trump from entering war with Iran
This proposed measure would ban U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict. Here’s what we know.
MyPillow's Mike Lindell found liable for defamation, ordered to pay $2.3M
Eric Coomer was awarded $2.3 million in damages.
Minnesota lawmaker shooting; Wisconsin politicians on list, safety concerns arise
Vance Boelter's "hit list" of lawmakers included prominent state and federal Democrats, including U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and Congressman Mark Pocan.
These are the most patriotic states in the US for 2025, study shows
Patriotism comes in many forms, and a recent study finds that these areas stand out when it comes to specific categories, including community involvement.
Many Americans believe Medicaid, food stamp programs are underfunded, poll finds
Americans in a recent poll say they think more resources should be allocated for Medicaid and food nutrition assistance programs.
Wisconsin Democrats elect Devin Remiker as new party chair
Devin Remiker was elected as the new chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin.
MN lawmaker shootings: Timeline of what of what we know so far
Authorities have shared a timeline of events as the manhunt for 57-year-old Vance Boelter continues in the shootings of two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses.
No Kings Day attendance: Over 5 million turned out across US, organizers say
Those millions included an estimated 200,000 people in Los Angeles, 100,000 in Philadelphia, 70,000 in Seattle and over 50,000 in New York.
MN lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter listed pro-choice supporters; No Kings papers found in fake police car
The suspect who fatally shot Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, and injured Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, had a manifesto with pro-life supporters on it, including Democratic lawmakers. He also had “No Kings" papers in his fake police vehicle.
Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Who is suspect Vance Boelter?
A manhunt is underway for 57-year-old Vance Boelter, identified by officials as the person of interest in the targeted shooting of two Minnesota lawmakers.
'No Kings' protest Milwaukee against Trump, thousands rally
"No Kings" protests in Milwaukee included thousands of people rallying against President Donald Trump and his administration.