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Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas blasts progressivism as threat to America
He said values in the Declaration of Independence have "fallen out of favor."
April 16, 2026Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons leaving agency
His last day will be May 31, DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said.
2 hours agoTrump shares image of Jesus embracing him, continues to lash out at Pope Leo
Vice President Vance also criticized the pontiff, telling him to "be careful."
April 15, 2026
Army secretary calls fired general 'transformational' after Hegseth ousted him
Dan Driscoll was pressed by lawmakers on Hegseth's firing of top generals.
April 16, 2026Trump defends his criticism of Pope Leo: 'I have a right to disagree'
Trump falsely claimed that Pope Leo said that Iran can have a nuclear weapon.
3 hours agoICE agent charged with allegedly pulling a gun on motorists in Minneapolis
Gregory Morgan Jr. has been charged with two counts of second-degree assault.
April 16, 2026
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2 hours ago
Rep. Ilhan Omar discusses Christian references connected to Iran war
The Minnesota congresswoman spoke with ABC News' Kyra Phillip about Christian rhetoric uttered recently uttered by President Trump and his comparisons to Jesus amid the war with Iran.
2 hours ago
2 hours ago
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons leaving agency
His last day will be May 31, DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said.
2 hours ago
3 hours ago
Trump defends his criticism of Pope Leo: 'I have a right to disagree'
Trump falsely claimed that Pope Leo said that Iran can have a nuclear weapon.
3 hours ago
3 hours ago
Trump attacks on Pope Leo will hurt GOP gains with Catholic Americans: Experts
The president's approval among Catholics was already on the decline.
3 hours ago
April 16
Army secretary calls fired general 'transformational' after Hegseth ousted him
Dan Driscoll was pressed by lawmakers on Hegseth's firing of top generals.
April 16
April 16
ICE agent charged with allegedly pulling a gun on motorists in Minneapolis
Gregory Morgan Jr. has been charged with two counts of second-degree assault.
April 16
April 16
Trump says he's 'not sure' ceasefire with Iran needs to be extended
The president also said the U.S. has a "very good relationship" with Iran right now.
April 16
April 16
Panel gives initial approval to Trump's 'triumphal arch' but asks for revisions
Nearly a thousand public comments were made against the project, the panel said.
April 16
April 16
'Choose wisely,' Hegseth warns Iranian leadership as US seeks deal
ABC News contributor Mick Mulroy discusses the briefing held by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine.
April 16
April 16
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas blasts progressivism as threat to America
He said values in the Declaration of Independence have "fallen out of favor."
April 16
April 16
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas blasts progressivism as threat to America
Thomas said that the values enshrined in the 1776 Declaration of Independence have “fallen out of favor” among Americans.
April 16
April 15
JD Vance heckled during Turning Point event
Vice President JD Vance was heckled during a Turning Point USA college event in Georgia on Tuesday by people criticizing either the war in Iran or American support for Israel's ongoing war in Gaza.
April 15
April 15
GOP Rep. Scott Perry, an Iraq war veteran, on why ‘diplomacy’ is needed with Iran
Rep. Scott Perry, R-Pa., spoke with ABC News’ Linsey Davis on whether the U.S. is close to a more permanent deal with Iran and why he believes blockading the Strait of Hormuz is a “smart strategy.”
April 15
April 15
Justice Sotomayor apologizes to Kavanaugh for public criticism of immigration opinion
"I regret my hurtful comments. I have apologized to my colleague," she wrote.
April 15
April 15
Air Force and Space Force meet recruiting goals months before target date
Economic opportunities, job training and college benefits are top motivators.
April 15
April 15
House Republicans struggle with spy powers reauthorization
Trump wants a clean extension of the FISA program, set to expire Monday.
April 15
April 15
Treasury Dept touts tax refunds, but rising oil price may undercut benefit
The average refund is up 11% compared to 2025, Treasury Department data said.
April 15
April 15
White House touts Trump tax policies at press briefing
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent touted President Trump's sweeping tax policy during the White House press briefing on Tax Day.
April 15
April 15
Trump shares image of Jesus embracing him, continues to lash out at Pope Leo
Vice President Vance also criticized the pontiff, telling him to "be careful."
April 15
April 15
VP Vance heckled at Turning Point USA event
ABC News' Averi Harper reports on the latest in Washington including Vice President JD Vance appearance at a Turning Point USA event.
April 15
April 15
DOJ prosecutors turned away after unannounced visit to Fed construction site: Sources
The unusual visit prompted immediate backlash from an attorney for Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, who wrote a letter to D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro's office.
April 15
April 15
DOJ prosecutors turned away after unannounced visit to Fed construction site: Sources
A federal judge ruled the Trump administration’s probe is politically motivated.
April 15
April 14
‘This war has been a disaster’: Top Dem on the House Armed Services Committee
Rep. Adam Smith, D-Wash., spoke with ABC News’ Linsey Davis about the “devastating impact” of Trump’s threat to destroy the Iranian civilization and calls for a public hearing on the war.
April 14
April 14
DOJ moves to vacate convictions of Proud Boys, Oath Keepers from Jan. 6
The request is for those not covered by Trump’s Day 1 clemency grants.
April 14
April 14
Woman accuses former Rep. Eric Swalwell of raping her in 2018
The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department is investigating the allegations.
April 14
April 14
Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales resign from Congress
Both were about to face expulsion efforts over sexual misconduct allegations.
April 14
April 14
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin on new Northeast pipeline
Lee Zeldin discussed the new Northeast pipeline and assured residents that the pipeline was "vetted very thoroughly" and that it meets the needs for natural gas.
April 14
April 14
New accuser says Rep. Swalwell drugged and sexually assaulted her in 2018
Another woman has come forward accusing California congressman Eric Swalwell of sexual misconduct, hours after he announced that he would resign his House seat.
April 14
April 14
Former Pence aide Olivia Troye to run for Congress as a Democrat
Troye became a vocal critic of President Donald Trump in his first term.
April 14
April 14
Swalwell says he plans to resign from Congress amid sexual assault allegations
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell has announced his plan to resign from Congress in the wake of sexual assault allegations that sparked calls for him to quit or be subject to an expulsion vote.
April 14
April 13
Congress returns from two-week recess as Iran war rages on
Congress is back from its two-week recess, thrusting lawmakers back into the debate over the Iran war. ABC News' Jay O'Brien reports.
April 13
April 13
GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales says he's stepping down from Congress
He faced a threat of expulsion after he admitted to an affair with a staffer.
April 13
April 13
Swalwell exit and Trump endorsement opens path for Dems in California governor race
Democrats feared their crowded field might shut them out of runoff.
April 13
April 13
How the US Navy could enforce a blockade of Iran's ports in the Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump has ordered a total blockade of Iranian shipments.
April 13
April 13
New Mexico congresswoman responds to Swalwell's resignation
Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández, D-N.M., reacts to Rep. Eric Swalwell’s resignation from Congress amid misconduct allegations.
April 13
April 13
Trump gets McDonald's delivered to White House to tout 'no tax on tips' policy
He accepted the order outside the Oval Office from a "DoorDash Grandma."
April 13
April 13
Rep. Eric Swalwell to resign from Congress amid sexual misconduct allegations
Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., announced on X that he plans to resign from Congress following allegations of sexual misconduct.
April 13
April 13
Swalwell says he plans to resign from Congress amid sexual assault allegations
The California congressman suspended his gubernatorial campaign on Sunday.
April 13
April 13
Trump says Iran has 'called' about making a deal after failed talks. What's next?
Mediators are pushing to get talks between the U.S. and Iran back on track.
April 13
April 13
Trump pressed on Iran endgame as US naval blockade begins in Strait of Hormuz
"We can't let a country blackmail or extort the world," Trump said.
April 13
April 13
Trump takes down image from social media that depicted him as Jesus-like figure
Trump later said the image depicted him as a doctor.
April 13
April 13
Pope Leo responds to Trump's criticism, saying he has 'no fear' of US administration
The president had called the pope "terrible for Foreign Policy."
April 13
April 13
Rep. Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for governor amid sexual assault allegations
The House Ethics Committee said Monday it was investigating Swalwell's conduct.
April 13
April 13
What sexual assault allegations mean for Eric Swalwell's political future
ABC News political director Averi Harper discusses the California congressman's suspension of his campaign for California governor.
April 13
April 13
President Trump addresses the media
President Trump appeared to accept a McDonald's order from a "Doordash Grandma" before addressing the media at the White House, speaking about the conflict in Iran, Pope Leo, and tax on tips.
April 13
April 13
Trump's comments on Pope Leo are 'ridiculous': Priest
Father Sam Sawyer, editor in chief at America Media, says the Trump administration "puts American Catholics in a difficult position."
April 13
April 13
Rep. Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for governor amid sexual assault allegations
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who is currently running for California governor, is denying accusations made by a former staffer.
April 13
April 13
Congress returning from 2-week recess as Iran debate rages and members face expulsion
House and Senate Dems plan to force votes on Iran war powers resolutions.
April 13
April 12
House Democrats call on Swalwell to drop out of Calif. governor’s race
Christiane Cordero reports on the growing fallout surrounding U.S. House Rep. Eric Swalwell as he battles sexual assault allegations during his run for governor of California.
April 12
April 12
Kaine says 'We need to find a way' to extend ceasefire after U.S.-Iran talks fail
The Democrat said "an imperfect ceasefire is better than resuming full war."
April 12