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'Tense' security call among House Republicans following Minnesota shootings

Members were told that more security would require more funding from Congress.
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Law enforcement establish a security perimeter near the residence of senior Democratic state assemblywoman Melissa Hortman after Hortman and her husband, Mark, were shot and killed earlier in the day, in Brooklyn Park, Minn., June 14, 2025.
2 hours ago

Trump doubles down on expanding deportations in America's biggest cities

The comments come after protests nationwide to his admin's immigration raids.
2 hours ago
President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (not pictured) at the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, June 16, 2025.
2 hours ago

Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman leaves legacy of hard work, love for her community

"It's like losing a sister," one colleague said.
2 hours ago
In this Jan. 3, 2023, file photo, Speaker of the House Melissa Hortman addresses the house floor after being re-elected for her third term during the first day of the 2023 legislative session, in St. Paul, Minn.
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'We need to bring the tone down': Lawmakers respond to attacks on Minnesota officials

Republican and Democratic leaders are speaking out.
3 hours ago
A makeshift memorial for DFL State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark Hortman is seen at the Minnesota State Capitol building, June 16, 2025 in St. Paul, Minnesota.
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Netanyahu tells ABC he's not ruling out taking out Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei

"They're deliberately targeting our population," Netanyahu told ABC News.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with ABC News, June 16, 2025.
June 16

Minnesota lawmaker wants ‘change in rhetoric’ in wake of shooting

Minnesota state Senate President Sen. Bobby Joe Champion says he’s focusing on “addressing and dealing with toning down political rhetoric.”
June 16
Minnesota lawmaker wants ‘change in rhetoric’ in wake of shooting
June 16

Trump announced presidential run 10 years ago today

In 2015, Donald Trump was the 12th Republican to announce his candidacy after descending a golden escalator at Trump Tower in New York.
June 16
In 2015, Donald Trump was the 12th Republican to announce his candidacy after descending a golden escalator at Trump Tower in New York.
June 15

'Nation of immigrants and a nation of laws': Obama speaks out about immigration

The former president's comments come as anti-ICE protests stretch over a week.
June 15
TOPSHOT - Former US President Barack Obama campaigns for US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on October 10, 2024. (Photo by RYAN COLLERD / AFP) (Photo by RYAN COLLERD/AFP via Getty Images)
June 15

Trump says he 'may' call 'grossly incompetent' Walz after Minnesota shootings

The president condemned the violence as "horrific."
June 15
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz speaks at a press conference about the shooting of two state lawmakers, on June 14, 2025.
June 15

Trump says 'it's possible' US gets involved in Israel-Iran conflict

No U.S. involvement at this point, says Trump, who's open to Putin as mediator.
June 15
President Donald Trump looks on from the stage during a parade to honor the Army's 250th anniversary, coinciding with Trump's 79th birthday, June 14, 2025, in Washington.
June 15

Israeli ambassador says Iran’s nuclear program set back, 'but not enough'

Yechiel Leiter said Israel's operation could last 'weeks.'
June 15
Israeli ambassador to the U.S. Yechiel Leiter and former CENTCOM commander Gen. Joseph Votel speak with ABC News while appearing on This Week, June 15, 2025.
June 15

Klobuchar on slain Minnesota lawmaker: 'Such a decent person'

Klobuchar: Minnesota lawmakers "didn't deserve this to happen to them."
June 15
Sen. Amy Klobuchar speaks with ABC News while appearing on This Week, June 15, 2025.
June 15

'This Week' Transcript 6-15-25:Sen. Amy Klobuchar & Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, June 15.
June 15
Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Yechiel Leiter speaks to the media at the Capital Jewish Museum, near the site where two Israeli embassy staff were shot dead, in Washington, May 22, 2025.
June 15

18-year-old announces run for mayor, plans to juggle position and college classes

Brandon Moss announced his run for mayor of Fairfield, Alabama, last week.
June 15
Brandon Moss, 18, who is fresh out of high school and preparing for college, has announced his campaign for mayor of Fairfield, Alabama, he told ABC News.
June 14

Trump addresses massive military parade in Washington

President Donald Trump delivered remarks at the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, D.C.
June 14
President Donald Trump delivered remarks at the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, D.C.
June 14

What to know about 'No Kings Day' protests across US to counter Trump military parade

Protests are set to take place in more than 2,000 communities around the U.S.
June 14
In this April 5, 2025, file photo, people are shown at a Hands off rally in St. Paul, Minnesota.
June 14

'This would make great TV': How Donald Trump got the military parade he wanted

The Army's birthday party began as a live-action show on the National Mall.
June 14
Preparations continue on the Mall for the U.S. Army's 250th Birthday Festival and Parade in Washington, June 13, 2025.
June 13

Rep. Stutzman on Israel and Iran strikes: ‘Israel has to do what it has to do’

Rep. Marlin Stutzman (R-Ind.) speaks with ABC News’ Juju Chang about his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the U.S. role in the conflict between Israel and Iran.
June 13
VIDEO: Rep. Stutzman on Israel and Iran strikes: ‘Israel has to do what it has to do’
June 13

Padilla pushes back against Noem's claim he barged into news conference

The senator said that he identified himself before officers pushed him out.
June 13
Sen. Alex Padilla, Democrat from California, speaks to reporters after he was forcibly removed after interrupting a news conference being held by Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, in Los Angeles, June 12, 2025.
June 13

Large security presence expected to secure Trump's military parade, festival

"It will be the most secure place on the planet," one official said.
June 13
People walk past security fencing around Lafayette Square, near the White House, June 9, 2025, in Washington.
June 13

US assisting in shooting down missiles headed to Israel

The U.S. is assisting Israel in shooting down missiles targeting the country, a U.S. official confirmed to ABC News.
June 13
The U.S. is assisting Israel in shooting down missiles targeting the country, a U.S. official confirmed to ABC News.
June 13

Trump tells ABC Israel strikes on Iran 'excellent' and warns 'more to come'

Trump and Netanyahu spoke Friday, a White House official confirmed to ABC News.
June 13
President Donald Trump attends the Congressional Picnic at the White House in Washington, D.C., June 12, 2025.
June 13

Trump has made a number of claims about the LA protests. Here is the context.

The protests have been limited to a square mile location in downtown LA.
June 13
California National Guard troops keep watch, as protests against immigration sweeps continue, in Los Angeles, June 9, 2025.
June 13

Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Amb. Yechiel Leiter Sunday on "This Week"

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, June 15, 2025.
June 13
June 13

'David's Sling' and 'Arrow': 2 of Israel's defenses against Iranian retaliation

Unlike "Iron Dome," they can bring down high-flying, faster long-range missiles.
June 13
In this Dec. 21, 2015 file photograph provided by the Israeli Ministry of Defense shows a launch of David's Sling missile defense system.
June 13

What to expect at Trump’s military parade in DC

Saturday's military parade in Washington, D.C., will honor the 250th birthday of the Army and the 79th birthday of President Donald Trump. ABC News’ Alex Presha has the details.
June 13
VIDEO: What to expect at Trump’s military parade in DC
June 13

'Significant' expansion of nuclear waste compensation now in Trump's megabill

The program will allow for compensation for exposure to toxic waste.
June 13
Sen. Josh Hawley speaks to the press after voting on the nomination of Michael Duffey to be Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, June 2, 2025 in Washington.
June 13

Trump tariffs drive baby product prices higher: Report

A new congressional report warns that President Donald Trump’s tariffs are driving up prices on popular baby products, placing an extra burden on parents.
June 13
A new congressional report warns that President Donald Trump’s tariffs are driving up prices on popular baby products, placing an extra burden on parents.
June 12

Democrats outraged after senator forcibly removed from DHS news conference

Democrats expressed outrage after Sen. Alex Padilla of California was forcibly removed from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's news conference on Thursday.
June 12
Democrats expressed outrage after Sen. Alex Padilla of California was forcibly removed from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's news conference on Thursday.
June 12

Democrats condemn senator being pushed down and handcuffed at Noem press conference

California Sen. Padilla and Noem were later seen talking in a conference room.
June 12
Sen. Alex Padilla, Democrat from California, who interrupted a press conference held by U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, is removed from the venue, in Los Angeles, June 12, 2025.
June 12

US braces for potential Israeli strike on Iran even as Trump pursues nuclear deal

An attack on Iran "could very well happen," President Trump said.
June 12
President Donald Trump speaks after signing a bill blocking California's rule banning the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035, in the East Room of the White House, June 12, 2025, in Washington.
June 12

California senator physically removed from DHS presser

California Sen. Alex Padilla was physically removed from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's news conference at a federal building in Los Angeles.
June 12
VIDEO: California senator physically removed from DHS presser
June 12

Democrats slam military parade as Trump's multimillion-dollar 'birthday party'

The Army has allocated between $25 million and $45 million for the parade.
June 12
A member of the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team jumps during their performance for the Twilight Tattoo ceremony as part of the Army's 250th Birthday Festival in Washington, June 11, 2025.
June 12

Democratic governors react to National Guard deployment to LA

Hochul said Trump's actions "undermine sovereignty of individual states."
June 12
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and New York Governor Kathy Hochul attend a House Oversight Committee hearing with U.S. governors about state policies regarding undocumented migrants, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., June 12, 2025.
June 12

California Senator Alex Padilla removed from DHS press conference

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem gave an update on ICE operations in Los Angeles, during which Senator Padilla was seen being removed by law enforcement.
June 12
VIDEO: California Senator Alex Padilla removed from DHS press conference
June 12

Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' has 5 sticking points in the Senate

Congress faces a July 4 deadline to pass the megabill.
June 12
Senate Majority Leader John Thune responds to a question from the news media as he walks to his office in the Capitol in Washington, June 5, 2025.
June 12

Hearing on challenge to Trump's deployment of troops set for Thursday

California Attorney General Rob Bonta discusses the state's emergency motion to block President Donald Trump's deployment of troops in Los Angeles.
June 12
VIDEO: Hearing on challenge to Trump's deployment of troops set for Thursday
June 12

Supreme Court says family can sue over wrong-house raid by FBI

A family's case could proceed under an exception to law enforcement immunity.
June 12
The Supreme Court in Washington, June 30, 2024.
June 12

Supreme Court allows family to sue for damages after home was wrongly raided by FBI

ABC News' Devin Dwyer and legal contributor Kim Wehle discuss the high court's unanimous decision.
June 12
VIDEO: Supreme Court allows family to sue for damages after home was wrongly raided by FBI
June 12

Rep. Lynch blasts Trump as 'wannabe gangster' in immigration hearing

Rep. Stephen Lynch, D-Mass., delivered his remarks at a hearing conducted by the House Oversight Committee.
June 12
Rep. Stephen Lynch, D-Mass., delivered his remarks at a hearing conducted by the House Oversight Committee.
June 12

Senate Democrats seek probe of Ed Martin's early actions at DOJ

Ed Martin is the director of the DOJ's "Weaponization Working Group."
June 12
Interim U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia Ed Martin speaks during a press conference, May 13, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
June 12

Democratic governors testify before House GOP panel about immigration policy

JB Pritzker of Illinois, Tim Walz of Minnesota and Kathy Hochul of New York are testifying in a timely hearing about their states' immigration policies.
June 12
JB Pritzker of Illinois, Tim Walz of Minnesota and Kathy Hochul of New York are testifying in a timely hearing about their states' immigration policies.
June 12

Trump's military parade: What to know about the Army anniversary event

The parade is set for the same day as Trump's birthday.
June 12
Barricades are set up around a U.S. Army Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter parked on display on the National Mall near the Smithsonian Castle, June 11, 2025 in Washington.
June 12

Trump's deployment of troops to LA prompts host of legal questions

"It is unheard of in this country," one legal expert told ABC News.
June 12
A man waves a U.S. flag as members of the California National Guard stand guard outside the Edward R. Roybal Federal building, after days of protests against federal immigration sweeps and the deployment of the California National Guard and U.S. Marines, in Los Angeles, June 10, 2025.
June 11

Photos show National Guard with rifles on ICE enforcement missions

California is suing, saying troops are engaged in illegal law enforcement.
June 11
National Guardsmen accompany ICE officers while they detain a man in Los Angeles.
June 11

GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno talks spending bill, LA immigration protests

Sen. Bernie Moreno (R- Ohio) discusses the “urgency” of passing the spending bill and his support for President Donald Trump’s military deployment in Los Angeles.
June 11
VIDEO:  GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno talks spending bill, LA immigration protests
June 11

Secret Service, Park Police both preparing for Army birthday parade

Security will be tight for Saturday's event.
June 11
A photo of the Washington Monument from a U.S. Park Police helicopter. ABC News was granted an exclusive flight on June 11, 2025 to see security preparations ahead of the Army 250 parade.
June 11

David Hogg splits from DNC in 'fundamental disagreement' over vice chair's role

He stepped down as a vice chair ahead of Democratic Party elections Thursday.
June 11
Activist David Hogg speaks at a town hall hosted by the advocacy group March For Our Lives at East LA College. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
June 11

Newsom speech taking on Trump encourages Democrats looking for a leader

Many saw it as a sign the California governor might run for the White House.
June 11
Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during an address, June 10, 2025.
June 11

Judge rules Trump admin. cannot continue to detain activist Mahmoud Khalil

A New Jersey federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction barring the Trump administration from deporting or continuing to detain Columbia University pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil.
June 11
A New Jersey federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction barring the Trump administration from deporting or continuing to detain Columbia University pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil.

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