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Trump supporters angry over Justice Department's Jeffery Epstein memo

President Donald Trump's MAGA base has erupted in outrage over the Justice Department and FBI's memo stating they found no evidence that deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein kept a "client list."
9 minutes ago
President Donald Trump's MAGA base has erupted in outrage over the Justice Department and FBI's memo stating they found no evidence that notorious deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein kept a "client list."
July 08

Local officials dodge key questions about response to catastrophic Texas flooding

A sheriff said a timeline of the response is "not my priority at this time."
July 08
Debris lays along the Guadalupe River after it was swept up in the flash flooding, July 8, 2025 in Ingram, Texas.
July 08

Homeland Security ends mandatory shoe removal at airport screening

TSA has been requiring travelers to take off their shoes since 2006.
July 08
A traveler removes his shoes before going through a security check point at John F. Kennedy Airport in New York, February, 29, 2012.   REUTERS/Andrew Burton/File Photo
July 08

Supreme Court allows Trump to proceed with firing plans, federal government reorg

The decision marks another victory for Trump at the Supreme Court.
July 08
Supreme Court Police officers stand outside the Supreme Court in Washington, June 27, 2025.
July 08

Local Texas officials spent years discussing potential flood warning system

For nearly a decade, flooding concerns have been raised at public meetings in Kerr County, Texas.
July 08
VIDEO: Local Texas officials spent years discussing potential flood warning system
July 08

Supreme Court allows Trump to proceed with firing plans, federal government reorg

The Supreme Court is allowing President Donald Trump to move forward with an executive order mandating a restructure of federal agencies and mass layoffs of workers.
July 08
Video: Supreme Court allows Trump to move forward with plans for mass firings, reorganization of the federal government
July 08

Unknown individual used AI to impersonate Sec. Marco Rubio: State Department

The State Department is investigating multiple instances where an unknown actor attempted to use artificial intelligence to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio in text and voice messages.
July 08
VIDEO: Unknown individual used AI to impersonate Sec. Marco Rubio: State Department
July 08

Trump suggests taking over New York City and Washington

He claimed "tremendous power at the White House to run places" if needed.
July 08
President Donald Trump speaks during a cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, July 8, 2025.
July 08

Trump supporters angry over Justice Department's Epstein memo

Trump shut down a question on Epstein during his Cabinet meeting Tuesday.
July 08
This photo provided by the New York State Sex Offender Registry shows Jeffrey Epstein, March 28, 2017.
July 08

Trump says he's 'looking into' federal takeover of NY, DC

The president made the comments during a meeting of his Cabinet at the White House when he was asked about New York City's upcoming mayoral election.
July 08
The president made the comments during a meeting of his Cabinet at the White House when he was asked about New York City's upcoming mayoral election.
July 08

After Trump's endorsement, Pennsylvania Rep. Meuser won't challenge Shapiro: Sources

Other Republicans are still in the mix for the race at the top of the ticket.
July 08
Rep. Dan Meuser leaves a meeting of the House Republican Conference at the Capitol Hill Club, June 10, 2025.
July 08

Where things stand as Trump presses Netanyahu for Gaza ceasefire: ANALYSIS

The Israeli prime minister held talks Monday evening with President Trump.
July 08
President Donald Trump holds a bilateral dinner with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in attendance, at the White House, July 7, 2025.
July 08

Trump announces tariff payment deadline, says there will be no extensions

In a new social media post, President Donald Trump indicated that Aug. 1 is the firm date and that there will be no extensions.
July 08
VIDEO: Trump announces tariff payment deadline, says there will be no extensions
July 08

Texas congressman says granddaughter was set to be at Camp Mystic during flooding

Texas Rep. Brian Babin discussed the deadly flooding disaster in Texas and how his granddaughter was supposed to be at Camp Mystic the night of the flooding but did not go because of knee surgery.
July 08
VIDEO: Texas congressman says granddaughter was set to be at Camp Mystic during flooding
July 08

Trump pushes back on Jeffrey Epstein questions during Cabinet meeting

President Trump angrily pushed back on a reporter who asked AG Pam Bondi about Jeffrey Epstein after a memo released this week found no evidence that he kept a "client list" of associates.
July 08
VIDEO: Trump pushes back on Jeffrey Epstein questions during Cabinet meeting
July 08

Some of those who supported Trump have concerns about what's in his megabill

Health care and the projected debt increase were among their concerns.
July 08
The vacant Martin County General Hospital sits abandoned behind a chain since being closed in August of 2023 in Williamston, N.C., April 10, 2024.
July 08

US troops on the ground in LA immigration enforcement operation, DOD says

The operation, which included 90 armed troops and 17 military Humvees, displaced a summer day camp, according to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
July 08
The operation, which included 90 armed troops and 17 military Humvees, displaced a summer day camp, according to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, who said the only point of the operations appeared to be "a political agenda of provoking fear and terror."
July 08

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson on sharp dissents: 'We have very different opinions'

She spoke to ABC News Live Prime anchor Linsey Davis at the ESSENCE Festival.
July 08
Ketanji Brown Jackson and Linsey Davis speak onstage at the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture presented by Coca-Cola at Ernest N. Morial Convention Cente, July 5, 2025, in New Orleans.
July 07

US troops on the ground in LA immigration enforcement operation, DOD says

Defense officials said that 90 armed troops were involved in the operation.
July 07
Federal agents ride on horseback at MacArthur Park, July 7, 2025, in Los Angeles.
July 07

White House pushes back on criticism of weather service around Texas flooding

GOP Sen. Ted Cruz said Monday "this is not a time for partisan finger-pointing."
July 07
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt speaks during the daily briefing in the Brady Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, July 7, 2025.
July 07

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson reflects on life in the spotlight

She spoke to ABC News anchor Linsey Davis at the ESSENCE Festival 2025.
July 07
Ketanji Brown Jackson and Linsey Davis speak onstage at the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture presented by Coca-Cola at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, July 5, 2025, in New Orleans.
July 07

White House pushes back on NWS criticism around Texas flooding

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said "blaming President Trump for these floods is a depraved lie" to those who've questioned whether federal cuts impacted forecasting abilities.
July 07
White House pushes back on NWS criticism around Texas flooding
July 07

Trump will sign order delaying tariff deadline to Aug. 1: White House

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters on Monday that President Donald Trump will sign an order delaying the July 9 tariff deadline.
July 07
VIDEO: Trump says US will put 25% tariff on Japan, South Korea starting Aug. 1
July 07

'Ridiculous': Trump-Musk feud reignites as Musk floats starting new political party

Musk said he'll form an "America Party" in response to Trump's megabill.
July 07
President Donald Trump, right, speaks during a news conference with Elon Musk in the Oval Office of the White House, May 30, 2025, in Washington.
July 07

Elon Musk claims he will start own political party

Elon Musk has said he would back challengers to members of Congress who voted for President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill."
July 07
VIDEO: Elon Musk claims he will start own political party
July 07

Supreme Court's expansive view of presidential power is 'solidly' pro-Trump: ANALYSIS

In a divisive term, the justices rolled back checks on executive action.
July 07
The Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., June 27, 2025.
July 06

Trump says he will send letters to dozens of trading partners regarding tariffs

President Donald Trump said he’s signed letters to 12 countries outlining the various tariff levels they would face on goods they export to the U.S.
July 06
Trump says he will send letters to dozens of trading partners regarding tariffs
July 06

White House suggests some countries could see tariff deadline shifted

Council of Economic Advisers chair says it will be up to Trump.
July 06
Chairman of the White House Council of Economic Advisers Stephen Miran appears on ABC News' "This Week With George Stephanopoulos" on July 6, 2025.
July 06

'This Week' Transcript 7-6-25: White House Economic Adviser Stephen Miran

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, July 6.
July 06
In this June 17, 2025, file photo, Stephen Miran, chairman of the Council of Economic Advisors, walks at the White House, in Washington, D.C.
July 05

With GOP megabill signed, Trump turns back to tariffs

After the hard-fought passing of the massive tax and spending package this week, President Donald Trump is turning his attention back to trade deals as the 90-day tariff pause nears an end.
July 05
VIDEO: With GOP megabill signed, Trump turns back to tariffs
July 05

Megabill negotiations show Vance is a key player in the Trump administration

The VP is considered as a MAGA successor, but he says he's "not entitled to it."
July 05
JD Vance arrives during a vote-a-rama at the U.S. Capitol, on July 1, 2025 in Washington, DC.
July 04

Trump signs controversial spending bill during 4th of July celebrations

President Donald Trump signed his massive spending bill during the White House's Fourth of July celebrations.
July 04
VIDEO: Trump signs controversial spending bill during 4th of July celebrations
July 04

Trump signs divisive spending bill during White House military picnic

The president pushed Congress to get the bill passed before the holiday.
July 04
President Donald Trump presents a sweeping spending and tax legislation, known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," after h signed it, at the White House in Washington, D.C., July 4, 2025.
July 04

Why some economists say the deficit increase in Trump’s bill is dangerous

The CBO says it would add $3.4 trillion to the deficit over the next decade.
July 04
President Donald Trump arrives for a rally to kick off the July Fourth holiday weekend at the Iowa State Fairgrounds on July 3, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa.
July 04

Trump wants White House UFC fight for US 250th birthday

The president gave vague details about the proposed event.
July 04
In this April 12, 2025, file photo, President Donald Trump watches Australian fighter Alexander Volkanovski and Brazilian fighter Diego Lopes during an Ultimate Fighting Championship fight at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
July 04

Trump uses antisemitic slur in Iowa speech

The president said later that he was not aware of the term's connotation. 
July 04
President Donald Trump speaks at a rally at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, July 3, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa.
July 04

3 years later, 988 Lifeline sees higher volume but special option for LGBTQ youth cut

Critics say LGBTQ youth are more than four times as likely to attempt suicide.
July 04
A 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline sign at the entrance to Taft Bridge in Washington is photographed on Feb. 10, 2023.
July 04

Trump megabill: Who will benefit in midterms -- Republicans or Democrats?

Republicans are touting tax cuts, while Democrats point to health care.
July 04
President Donald Trump talks to reporters before boarding Air Force One, July 3, 2025, at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
July 04

Trump considers UFC fight on White House grounds to mark 250 years of US independence

President Donald Trump said at a rally in Iowa on Thursday that he’s considering staging a UFC match on the White House grounds to celebrate 250 years of American independence.
July 04
Video: Trump considers UFC fight on White House grounds to mark 250 years of US independence
July 04

Trump takes megabill victory lap during Iowa rally

Speaking at a rally in Des Moines, Iowa, on Thursday, President Donald Trump took a victory lap to celebrate the passage of the massive bill of tax and policy proposals.
July 04
VIDEO: Trump takes megabill victory lap during Iowa rally
July 03

President Trump speaks at 'Salute to America' celebration in Iowa

President Donald Trump celebrated the passage of his massive tax and policy bill during a "Salute to America" event in Des Moines, Iowa, a day ahead of the Fourth of July.
July 03
VIDEO: President Trump speaks at 'Salute to America' celebration in Iowa
July 03

How the House passed Trump’s spending and tax bill

After days of Republican drama, the House on Thursday passed President Donald Trump's sweeping tax cut and spending bill.
July 03
VIDEO: How the House passed Trump’s spending and tax bill
July 03

200 Marines among those being sent to Florida to help ICE

ICE will determine the duties assigned to the Marines.
July 03
Marines from the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) at Twentynine Palms guard the Wilshire Federal Building as people protest the involvement of the U.S. in Israel's war against Iran, June 22, 2025, in Los Angeles.
July 03

How soon will you feel the effects of Trump's megabill?

Some of the biggest changes won't take place until after the midterm elections.
July 03
July 03

White House Economic Adviser Stephen Miran, Sunday on "This Week"

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, July 6, 2025.
July 03
July 03

Republicans will ‘be punished in the upcoming elections,’ Rep. Greg Stanton says

Democratic Rep. Greg Stanton joined ABC News Live to react to the GOP megabill passing the House and heading to President Donald Trump’s desk.
July 03
VIDEO: Republicans will ‘be punished in the upcoming elections,’ Rep. Greg Stanton says
July 03

White House declares 'VICTORY' after House passes megabill

The message came in a social media post from White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt as the bill will now head to the president's desk for signing.
July 03
VIDEO: White House declares 'VICTORY' after House passes megabill
July 03

The 2 House Republicans who voted no on Trump's sweeping domestic policy bill

Thomas Massie and Brian Fitzpatrick were the sole GOP no votes.
July 03
Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick in Washington, May 9, 2024 and Rep Thomas Massie in Washington, June 27, 2025.
July 03

Speaker Johnson speaks after House passes Trump's megabill

The House on Thursday passed President Trump's major tax cut and spending bill in a 218 to 214 vote.
July 03
The House on Thursday passed President Trump's major tax cut and spending bill in a 218 to 214 vote.
July 03

House narrowly passes megabill, sending it to president's desk

The bill passed in a 218-214 vote, with two Republicans opposing the measures
July 03
VIDEO: House narrowly passes megabill, sending it to president's desk