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President Donald Trump's tariffs were front and center at the Supreme Court today, as justices pressed the U.S. solicitor general about the president's authority to impose global tariffs. The Trump administration said it remains optimistic following the oral arguments.Reacting to the results from last night's elections, Trump said Americans face a choice “between communism and common sense,” referring to the election of democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani as New York City's next mayor.The government shutdown has now reached 36 days, breaking the record as the longest in U.S. history. Trump is doubling down on calls for Republicans to change a major Senate rule to bypass Democrats and reopen the government with a simple majority vote.

Multiple bomb threats were made today against polling sites across New Jersey, forcing some locations to temporarily close. New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani blamed the threats on President Trump, saying they reflect his administration's broader approach of “intimidating voters with baseless allegations of voter fraud.” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responded, calling the claims “completely irresponsible” and “based on zero evidence.”Polls across the country are set to close in just a few hours, including in the New York City mayoral race, the New Jersey governor's race, and the contests for governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general in Virginia. Voters in California are also deciding on Proposition 50, a measure that would redraw the state's congressional districts.NTD's Steve Lance and Tiffany Meier will provide live special coverage of the key races tonight at 7 p.m. ET. Tune in for the latest election results, along with live analysis from data reporters and on-the-ground teams.

The Trump administration announced it will use contingency funds to pay for two weeks of food assistance benefits in November. Funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which supports more than 40 million Americans, expired over the weekend as the federal government shutdown entered its second month.President Donald Trump says he will hold election eve tele-rallies for the Virginia and New Jersey gubernatorial races. On Truth Social, he described New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani as a “communist candidate” and urged New Yorkers to vote for Andrew Cuomo instead.NTD's Steve Lance and Tiffany Meier will provide live special coverage of the key races Tuesday night at 7 p.m. ET. Tune in for the latest election results, along with live analysis from data reporters and on-the-ground teams.

An explosion at Harvard Medical School early Saturday morning. Police release photos of two suspects after two individuals were seen fleeing the scene.The Trump administration says payments of food aid benefits might continue by Wednesday. NTD's Arian Pasdar has more on the Treasury's effort to continue the food stamps program and to reopen the government.Despite it being an off year, there's a lot on the line in Tuesday's election. An investigator and a city council candidate joins us to unpack the crucial races in New York City and Virginia.Are green vegetables and natural grains really as healthy as we think? A physician explains the perks of a meat-based diet in our preview of Vital Signs.And, celebrations in Egypt's capital mark opening day for the Grand Egyptian Museum. Details on the billion-dollar project, and why the Egyptian President says it marks 'new chapter' for the country.

Nationwide SNAP benefits are officially halted Saturday as the government shutdown reaches one month. President Donald Trump says his lawyers are reaching out to the courts for clarification on how to legally fund the nutrition program, after a judge on Friday ordered the federal government to continue payments with emergency funds.Trump issued a warning to Nigeria Saturday, accusing its government of allowing the continued killing of Christians. He posted on Truth Social that “the U.S.A. will immediately stop all aid and assistance to Nigeria,” and said he has instructed the Department of War to prepare for possible military action.Israel said Saturday that the partial remains of three individuals handed over by Hamas the previous night do not belong to any hostages. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office confirmed the report.

President Trump is calling on Congress to reopen the government, even if it means ending the filibuster. That comes as SNAP, or food stamps, are set to expire tomorrow. Despite the White House's frustration at the political impasse in Congress, Republicans on Capitol Hill have opposed such a measure. Meanwhile, two judges have ordered the federal government to continue paying SNAP benefits using contingency funds, but the agriculture secretary says the USDA is not permitted to do so without an appropriation from Congress.Authorities made multiple arrests this morning after the FBI said it disrupted a plot for an attack in Michigan. Officials say the suspects were planning a violent act over the Halloween weekend.A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration cannot require documentary proof of citizenship for federal voter registration. The D.C. district court judge found that the proof-of-citizenship directive is an unconstitutional violation of the separation of powers.

President Trump has announced new trade deals following his meeting with Chinese regime leader Xi Jinping, with agreements focusing on fentanyl, rare earths, and soybean purchases. The president also directed the Pentagon to immediately resume testing U.S. nuclear weapons “on an equal basis” with other countries' testing programs, specifically referring to Russia and China.It's Day 30 of the government shutdown, and millions of Americans are set to lose food assistance benefits this weekend. New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency to issue $65 million in assistance to food banks. Meanwhile, a federal judge appears poised to order the government to disburse food stamps amid the ongoing shutdown.Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says ICE will not pause operations on Halloween. The statement comes in response to a request from Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker.

President Donald Trump is just hours away from his high-stakes meeting with Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping in South Korea. The meeting comes amid heightened trade tensions. Trump says he expects it to last three to four hours. While the two have met previously, this will be their first sit-down of Trump's second term.More than 130 people are reported dead in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, after police carried out the largest operation against organized crime gangs in the city's history. Opinions on the operation are divided within the country.Hurricane Melissa has slammed Cuba, causing widespread devastation across the Caribbean. Recovery and relief efforts are now underway as communities begin the long process of cleanup and rebuilding.

In a strong show of force just two days before his high-stakes meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, President Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi declared the U.S.-Japan “golden age” military alliance before 6,000 American troops in Yokosuka. The president also signed another agreement aimed at breaking China's near-monopoly on rare earth resources.As the government shutdown stretches into Day 27, the Senate has rejected the Republican-backed funding bill to reopen the government for the 13th time. The food stamp program, SNAP, is set to lose funding within days, prompting more than two dozen Democratic-led states to sue the Trump administration. Meanwhile, a judge has extended the order blocking the administration from laying off federal workers during the shutdown.Israeli forces have launched a series of airstrikes in the Gaza Strip. The strikes come after Israel accused the Hamas terrorist group of violating ceasefire terms and staging a fake discovery of a hostage's body in the territory.

After receiving a royal welcome from the Japanese Emperor and expressing optimism about a trade deal with China, President Trump will meet with Japan's new prime minister Sanae Takaichi on Tuesday for trade and security talks. Trump also commented on the possibility of a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.President Trump has issued a warning after Russia announced a nuclear missile test. He dismissed claims that the weapon could reach the United States and pointed to a U.S. nuclear submarine positioned near Russia as part of the country's defense posture.Hurricane Melissa underwent extreme rapid intensification over the weekend and continues to strengthen. The rare Category 5 has winds of 175 mph, with stronger gusts, making it the strongest storm on the planet this year.

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the the louvre heist investigation. Details on where prosecutors say they made the arrests and more.Three countries in six days, a trade deal and a peace deal. Details on what to look out for on President Trump's Asia trip.Updates from Portland and a long-running encampment outside of an Immigration, Customs, and Enforcement Facility. Correspondent Jason Blair reports from the scene.Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent telling media today a trade framework with China has been reached. A guest joins us to unpack what that means for the anticipated face-to-face meeting between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.Can we “resistance-train” the brain the way that we do the body to keep it running healthier for longer? Vital Signs' Brendon Fallon shares insights from a professor of medicine and brain-health expert.And, with the hustle and bustle of modern life, one ancient institution is still standing strong: Athenaeums. Find out how these historic libraries continue to offer a sense of belonging and remains a living museum of knowledge.

President Donald Trump has set off on his Asia tour. On his agenda are meetings with key leaders, including Japan's new prime minister and China's Xi Jinping, as well as attending the signing of another peace deal. On his way to Malaysia, Trump stopped to refuel in Qatar and hosted both the emir of Qatar and the country's prime minister aboard Air Force One.Early voting is underway in New York City's mayoral race. Meanwhile, leading mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani has been sent a cease-and-desist letter by the New York Knicks for using a logo strikingly similar to theirs in a recent campaign commercial.Protests continue outside the ICE facility in Portland, Oregon, with multiple altercations breaking out overnight. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has paused the previous order allowing National Guard deployment in the city. A decision is expected on Monday.

President Trump has announced he's ending trade negotiations with Canada after the Ontario government ran an anti-tariff ad campaign. Ontario Premier Doug Ford, after speaking with Prime Minister Mark Carney, said the ad will be taken down effective Monday.The Department of War has deployed the U.S.'s most advanced aircraft carrier to the South Caribbean Sea. The Pentagon has also confirmed a ninth strike on a drug-smuggling vessel. These moves are part of the Trump administration's campaign against foreign terrorist organizations in the Western Hemisphere.New York Attorney General Letitia James denied felony charges of bank fraud at her arraignment hearing on Friday. She pleaded not guilty to the fraud charges and to a charge of making false statements to a financial institution. James is accused of attempting to defraud two financial institutions by misrepresenting a three-bedroom property in 2020.

President Trump is touting the successes of his Homeland Security task forces' war on cartels. He's also calling off a federal surge in San Francisco while eyeing Chicago, Portland, and Memphis.The U.S. is hitting major Russian oil companies with sanctions, and EU member states have also agreed on further measures against Moscow. The Kremlin is already responding. Meanwhile, U.S. officials continue to work with Israel and other allies in the Middle East on the Gaza peace plan. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Israel soon after Vice President J.D. Vance departed the country.More than 30 people, including current and former NBA stars, have been arrested in a federal gambling operation. Investigators say players faked injuries and ran mafia-backed poker games in one of the biggest sports scandals in years.

President Trump on Wednesday imposed Ukraine-related sanctions on Russia for the first time in his second term, targeting oil companies Lukoil and Rosneft. He also canceled an anticipated meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin as he met NATO chief Mark Rutte at the White House.

President Trump is issuing a new warning to Hamas, citing his “numerous great allies in the Middle East” and saying those allies have told him they'd welcome the opportunity to go into Gaza and “straighten out Hamas.” Meanwhile, Vice President J.D. Vance met with officials in Israel today, saying the Gaza peace plan is going better than expected.Amid high tensions with China over rare earth exports, President Trump is warning that his trade talks with Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping in South Korea may not happen. He also confirmed he's holding off on a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin for now, saying he doesn't want to have “a wasted meeting.” This follows a call between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russia's foreign minister.Senate Republicans met with President Trump on Day 21 of the government shutdown—now on track to become one of the longest in U.S. history. One Democratic senator says he supports the GOP using a so-called nuclear option to reopen the government.

President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed a joint minerals deal aimed at curbing dependence on China. The president also floated possible actions against China ahead of his meeting with CCP leader Xi Jinping in South Korea.The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has cleared the way for the National Guard to be deployed in Portland after a lower court had blocked the move. Meanwhile, in Chicago, agents are under scrutiny for their use of force during enforcement operations.The Supreme Court will hear three cases, including one about the constitutionality of a law banning illegal drug users from possessing firearms. Meanwhile, an attorney for former FBI Director James Comey has filed a motion to have his indictment dismissed, as the Justice Department says it may seek to have the attorney disqualified.

A robbery in broad daylight occurred at one of the world's most famous museums. The Louvre Museum is Paris is now closed for investigations after thieves broke in and stole priceless pieces of a collection. NTD's international correspondent David Vives reports.Tens of thousands took to the streets across the United States on Saturday for the “No Kings” protests. We'll take you to Chicago, where NTD's Chris Bob was on the ground with demonstrators.The Gaza peace deal is hanging by a thread as Israel launched defensive strikes in Gaza, saying the Hamas terrorist group had fired an anti-tank missile, killing two Israel Defense Forces soldiers in Rafah in violation of the ceasefire agreement. Two geopolitical analysts join us to unpack what's next for the region.Is human connection suffering in the digital age? An expert zooms in on the challenges of social connection, and shares tips for building social confidence.

President Trump today welcomed Ukrainian President Zelenskyy at the White House for their fifth face-to-face meeting this year. The leaders, floating a weapons swap and riding momentum from the Gaza ceasefire to get peace for Ukraine. President Zelenskyy proposes Ukraine would provide the U.S. with its advanced drones in exchange for long-range tomahawk missiles. Meanwhile, President Trump is expected to meet Russian president Putin in Hungary possibly within two weeks, saying it's to be determined if it'll be a bilateral or trilateral.Federal authorities have arrested a man in Louisiana accused of participating in the October 7th Hamas terrorist attack. According to court documents, the 33-year-old Palestinian man is an operative for a Gaza-based paramilitary group that participated in the Hamas terrorist attack against Israel. He is also accused of lying on his U.S. visa application, where he denied his involvement with a paramilitary organization and his connection to Hamas.Former national security adviser John Bolton pleaded not guilty on Oct. 17 to 18 counts of illegally sharing and retaining classified information.Bolton appeared in a courthouse in Maryland, the day after facing an indictment brought by the Trump administration. Bolton faces $250,000 in fines and 10 years in prison for each count. The court is expected to hold a status hearing on Nov. 21 and receive a motion briefing by Nov. 14.

President Donald Trump says he will meet with Russia's Vladimir Putin in Budapest, Hungary, in about two weeks. This follows a call between the two leaders Thursday in which Trump said they discussed U.S.-Russia trade “when the war with Ukraine is over,” calling the conversation “very productive.” The president also issued a harsh warning to Hamas, saying, “If Hamas continues to kill people in Gaza, which was not the Deal, we will have no choice but to go in and kill them.” He clarified, however, that he does not plan to send U.S. troops into Gaza.Meanwhile, Trump also announced plans to expand IVF services. Trump says that EMD Serono, the world's largest fertility drug manufacturer, will significantly reduce the cost of fertility medications to make IVF treatments more affordable.Former Trump national security adviser John Bolton has been indicted. The Justice Department brought charges Thursday over the alleged mishandling of classified information. The indictment accuses Bolton of 18 counts of transmitting and retaining national defense material. Investigators say he used a private AOL email account to store and transmit classified notes during his 2018–2019 tenure in the first Trump administration.

President Trump tightens federal hiring rules and signs a memo to ensure troops are paid as the government shutdown drags on, and a federal judge today temporarily blocked the administration from firing federal workers during the impasse. Meanwhile, President Trump and FBI Director Kash Patel today touted the results of Operation Summer Heat.The Supreme Court today heard arguments about a high-profile case over Louisiana's Congressional District map. The outcome of the racial gerrymandering case could have an impact on the balance of power in the federal legislative branch, and the 2026 midterm election.President Trump today confirmed that the U.S. is now in a trade war with China. The United States is signaling it may take drastic steps in response to China's tightening grip on rare earth minerals—metals used in defense and technology industries. Meanwhile, President Trump announced that India has agreed to stop buying oil from Russia.

President Donald Trump has posthumously awarded Charlie Kirk the Presidential Medal of Freedom. He also hosted Argentina president Javier Milei at the White House, and warned that U.S. aid to Argentina depends on Milei staying in power.Four more bodies of deceased hostages have been transferred to Israel, while some families still await the return of their loved ones. Newly released hostages are adjusting to their new lives.The U.S. military conducted a strike against a small boat off Venezuela's coast, with Trump sharing footage on Truth Social, reporting six fatalities. Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security reports that cartels are placing bounties on ICE and Border Patrol agents, offering thousands of dollars. But the agency says it remains committed to its enforcement operations.

President Donald Trump on Monday, at the Gaza peace summit in Egypt, signed a historic cease-fire agreement alongside Middle East leaders. The day marked scenes of reunion as all 20 living Israeli hostages and nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners were released, and the bodies of four deceased hostages were returned to Israel. Trump says phase two of the 20-point cease-fire plan has already begun, as he hails what he calls the "historic dawn of a new Middle East."As the government shutdown enters its third week, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is warning that it may become the longest in U.S. history. Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance said waste and fraud plague the health care program Democrats want to extend—making future negotiations more difficult.

The Hamas terrorist group is set to release 20 living hostages from the Gaza strip on Monday. Meanwhile, President Trump is set to visit Israel the same day the hostages are released.President Trump has good news for troops, despite the government shutdown. Find out more about the announcement, and the worries that remain.The leader of the Chinese regime had "a bad moment", but everything is okay now. That's the message President Trump sent out after he threatened a 100% tariff hike on China for what he called, Beijing's "great trade hostility" on rare earth export limits.With President Trump flying to the Middle East, two guests join us to unpack the latest in the upcoming hostage release and the president's peace plan.With digital devices everywhere, how can we protect our vision? An eye doctor shares practical tips and reveals what most people don't know about corrective lenses.And, popular national parks are partially re-opening despite the government shutdown. A professor at Clemson University in South Carolina says the protected green spaces offer something critical: the chance to reconnect with nature in the digital age.

A factory blast at an explosives plant in rural Humphreys County, Tennessee, on Friday left more than a dozen people missing. Authorities say Saturday that no survivors have been recovered, with around 300 first responders scouring the site following the explosion.Homecoming celebrations in Mississippi turned deadly, as two separate shootings left at least six people dead and more than a dozen injured. Police say one suspect is in custody in connection with one of the incidents.As the government shutdown enters its 11th day, President Donald Trump directed Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to “use all available funds to get our troops paid on October 15th,” as he prepares to travel to the Middle East to mark the historic Gaza peace deal between Israel and terrorist group Hamas.

President Trump today threatened to cancel a planned meeting with Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping and threatened to raise tariffs on China after Beijing imposed tougher export controls on rare earths. In a Truth Social post, Trump said that starting November 1—or sooner—the U.S. will impose export controls on all critical software and add a 100% tariff on Chinese goods, on top of existing tariffs.An explosion at a munitions plant in Tennessee killed multiple people this morning, with at least 19 reported dead or missing. Detonations continued for several hours after the initial blast. Authorities are notifying victims' families and investigating the cause of the explosion.In the Middle East, a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip has officially begun. Israeli forces have completed a partial withdrawal but remain in parts of the territory. Meanwhile, residents in Gaza have begun returning to their homes.

A grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on two charges related to mortgage fraud. The Justice Department alleged that she misrepresented the use of her house in Norfolk, Virginia to obtain a lower mortgage rate.President Donald Trump announced the timeline for the release of all Gaza hostages, saying they'll be freed early next week. He projects optimism that terrorist group Hamas will disarm as the peace deal takes shape. Lawmakers from both parties credited the president for his peace efforts.As the government shutdown enters its ninth day, half of all federal employees remain furloughed, while many others continue working without pay. Lawmakers debate whether a continuing resolution will include the extension of Obamacare tax credits.

Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty to two criminal charges today at his arraignment. Democrats accuse the Justice Department of political persecution, but Republicans say Comey could be facing further charges following a report alleging his FBI spied on conservative lawmakers.President Trump announced today that he may travel to the Middle East this weekend as his negotiators work to seal a Gaza hostages-for-ceasefire deal, saying the agreement is “very close.” Negotiators have been meeting in Egypt, with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner also joining the talks.Trump held a roundtable Wednesday afternoon at the White House focused on Antifa. He accused the group, recently designated a terrorist organization, of “carrying out a campaign of violence against ICE agents and other officials charged with enforcing federal law,” and said federal law enforcement will be “looking very strongly at the people funding these operations.”

Staffing shortages at airports are causing delays as the government shutdown enters its seventh day. President Donald Trump says he's talking to Democrats about health care—one of their demands to reopen the government. The White House also says it will use tariff revenue to fund federal food aid for mothers and young children.Trump met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House on Tuesday. The second visit from Carney this year comes amid a trade standoff between the United States and Canada. Trump gave Carney a warm welcome and said he was keeping an open mind toward a new iteration of the free trade agreement with Mexico and Canada.Attorney General Pam Bondi testified before the Senate on Tuesday for the first time since her confirmation hearing. Bondi outlined the Justice Department's efforts to end what she said was the weaponization of government. Investigations are underway into the FBI's use of surveillance on Republican senators and certain activists during the previous administration.Tuesday marks the two-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. On this day in 2023, the terrorist group killed more than 1,200 people and took more than 250 hostages back to the Gaza Strip. This comes as Israeli and Hamas officials launched indirect talks on Monday at an Egyptian resort on a U.S.-drafted peace plan.

The government shutdown has entered its sixth day. The Senate is voting again Monday on both Democratic and Republican proposals to reopen the government. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has challenged Speaker Mike Johnson to a debate over the shutdown, while the White House warns that the closure could cost the country about $15 billion per week.In Chicago, Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed an executive order creating “ICE-free zones,” effectively barring federal immigration agents from operating on city-owned property. The Trump administration called the move a “betrayal of every law-abiding citizen.” Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says some federal agents have bounties on them. President Donald Trump called recent attacks on ICE in Chicago and elsewhere “criminal insurrection” and warned of severe consequences for the assailants.The Supreme Court opened its 2025–2026 term Monday, beginning nine months of arguments on cases that could reshape major constitutional issues and affect Trump's agenda. On the first day, the justices heard arguments on two procedural cases, including one involving the right to counsel, while declining to take up several other cases.

Protests are happening at immigration law enforcement facilities across the country. Officers resort to deploying tear gas and arresting protesters. The latest on President Donald Trump's efforts to deploy the National Guard.Trump has been saluting the Navy in Norfolk, Virginia, this afternoon. That's as naval troops and gold star families honor the Navy's 250th anniversary.The state department just released the 2025 Trafficking in Persons Report. A trafficking investigator and a survivor join us to unpack the report and what needs to be done.A doctor of traditional Chinese medicine shares details about the link between the body's energy flow and mental and physical health. More on why he calls modern depression medication a "bandaid solution."And the Earth's gentle giants are getting a helping hand. Find out how a new vaccine developed at Chester Zoo can help prevent a deadly disease that kills endangered elephants.

A multi-vehicle attack targeted ICE agents in Chicago Saturday. Homeland Security officials say agents were rammed and boxed in by vehicles, with one assailant carrying a semi-automatic weapon. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker says the Trump administration has given him an ultimatum to call up the National Guard.In Japan, the ruling party has elected a China hawk and staunch conservative as its next leader, positioning her to become the country's next prime minister.And on the Middle East, President Donald Trump announced Saturday afternoon that Israel has agreed to an initial withdrawal line in Gaza.

In a breaking development, the Hamas terrorist group says it will release all remaining hostages held in the Gaza Strip, announcing it has agreed to parts of President Trump's plan to end the war and is ready to negotiate further details. The statement comes after Trump gave Hamas until 6 p.m. ET Sunday to agree to his peace deal. In response, Trump said Israel must halt bombing to allow hostages to be released safely, adding that discussions on the details are underway.On day three of the government shutdown, lawmakers remain deadlocked over funding. Senate Democrats have blocked a Republican-backed bill for the fourth time, while GOP leaders are urging rank-and-file Democrats to break with their party to end the standoff. The Senate will be in recess over the weekend, with the next votes on government funding expected Monday.A federal judge in New York today has sentenced Sean Combs to 50 months in prison on two charges related to prostitution. With credit for the 13 months already served, Combs will spend just over three more years behind bars. He was also given five years of supervised release and ordered to pay a $500,000 fine.

It's day two of the government shutdown. Democrats are demanding the repeal of parts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act to reopen the government, while Republicans say that doing so would reopen loopholes allowing noncitizens access to taxpayer-funded health care.Meanwhile, the White House has canceled nearly $8 billion in federal funding for hundreds of energy projects and signaled that certain government agencies will face cuts, as the Trump administration seeks to implement spending reductions during the shutdown.Two people were killed and three others seriously wounded in an attack on a synagogue in Manchester, England. Authorities identified the suspect as Jihad Al-Shamie, a 35-year-old British citizen of Syrian descent, and have declared the incident a terrorist attack.

The federal government shut down today after lawmakers failed to reach an agreement on a stop-gap spending measure. Senate Democrats blocked a procedural vote to reconsider a bill that would have temporarily reopened the government. The lapse in funding affects millions of federal workers as the debate over government spending continues.Vice President JD Vance, in a surprise appearance at the White House briefing today, called on moderate Democrats to join Republicans in voting to keep the government open. He also said he doesn't believe the shutdown will last long. Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security says its operations will continue despite the funding lapse.The Supreme Court today deferred the Trump administration's request to overturn an injunction blocking President Trump's effort to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Cook will remain in office until at least January 2026.

With just hours left before government funding is set to expire, Democrats and Republicans are holding their ground, raising the likelihood of a shutdown. Federal agencies are bracing for impact as they prepare to furlough thousands of workers.At the White House, President Trump, joined by Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla, announced that Pfizer will significantly lower drug costs and invest $70 billion in U.S. manufacturing. Trump said the medicines will be available for direct purchase through a new federal website called Trump RX.Speaking to top military leaders at Marine Corps Base Quantico today, President Trump said America is facing “an invasion from within.” He touted the deployment of troops to Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., to protect federal buildings and curb crime, and discussed plans for additional deployments to Chicago and Portland.

President Donald Trump, alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House today, unveiled a 20-point plan to end the Gaza war. Trump said the plan would bring an immediate cease-fire once both sides agree. Alongside peace efforts, the president also teased a tariff plan that could shake up Hollywood, pledging to impose a 100 percent tariff on movies made outside the United States.With less than 48 hours until a potential government shutdown, the top four congressional leaders—two Republicans and two Democrats—met with Trump at the White House today. House Republicans have already passed a continuing resolution to extend current funding levels while bipartisan negotiations continue.The investigation into Sunday's Michigan church shooting continues. Authorities say the suspect, 40-year-old Thomas Jacob Sanford, drove through the front doors and opened fire with a semiautomatic rifle. Four people were killed and eight injured, with two still in critical condition. Officials are working to determine the motive for the attack.

A gunman opens fire at a church in Michigan. At least one person is reported dead, but police say they expect to find more victims. Arian Pasdar has how president Trump is responding.Propane tanks and cars are drifting through the streets in a small Arizona mining City after intense flooding. Four people have died and rescue teams are searching for a missing person.U-N sanctions are back on Iran over its nuclear program. Meanwhile, a U-S citizen wrongfully detained in Afghanistan is now free.Questions remain after Secretary Hegseth calls a rare, urgent military meeting in Virginia next week. Reports now say President Trump could attend. Two guests join us to unpack it all.A neuroscientist weighs in on what may be the hidden cause behind the illness that confined Stephen Hawking to his wheelchair. Learn more in this week's preview of Vital Signs.And, a million-year-old skull is challenging scientific theories about the timeline of human origins. The relic was discovered decades ago in central China. Find out why new analysis could change everything.

President Donald Trump has ordered troops to be deployed to Portland to protect Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, saying it's in response to attacks by Antifa and other domestic extremists.The State Department is moving to revoke the Colombian president's visa after he urged U.S. soldiers to disobey Trump's orders.Trump touted a proposed TikTok deal this week, saying it addresses national security concerns. A social media expert joins us to examine whether the plan will truly keep Americans' data safe.

FBI Director Kash Patel pushed back today after being accused of politicizing law enforcement. His remarks come a day after former FBI Director James Comey was indicted for making false statements to a Senate panel. President Donald Trump says he expects more indictments to follow.At the United Nations, dozens of delegates walked out just before Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered his speech. This comes as Trump teases a possible peace deal in the Middle East.Meanwhile, frontline states in the European Union have agreed on the need for a “drone wall,” citing repeated airspace violations by Russian fighter jets and drones reported by several EU and NATO members.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday paving the way for a deal to keep TikTok operating in the United States. Under the plan, the app and its algorithms would be owned and controlled by majority American investors. The president also authorized the use of the death penalty in Washington and said he plans to sign another executive order this week aimed at dismantling “domestic terrorism networks.”New evidence has been released in Wednesday's deadly shooting at a Dallas ICE facility. Authorities say handwritten notes reveal that ICE personnel and property—not detainees—were the intended targets, and that the suspected shooter did not expect to survive the attack.Meanwhile, the Trump administration is bracing for a possible government shutdown, advising federal agencies to prepare reduction-in-force plans for layoffs. Senate Democrats continue to hold firm on allowing government funding to lapse.

One detainee is dead and two others remain in critical condition after a sniper targeted an ICE field office in Dallas, Texas. Authorities say the suspected shooter died by suicide, and anti-ICE messages were found on ammunition at the scene. The White House responded to the shooting, calling for an end to anti-ICE rhetoric.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the United Nations on Wednesday, warning that the world is experiencing the most destructive arms race in human history and that Russian President Vladimir Putin seeks to expand his war beyond Ukraine. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with his Russian counterpart on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.The White House also said the Secret Service is investigating a tech malfunction at the United Nations on Tuesday, when an escalator stopped working halfway up with President Trump and First Lady Melania on it. Additionally, President Trump is hinting at a lawsuit against ABC over the return of Jimmy Kimmel Live!.

The man accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump while he was golfing in West Palm Beach last year has been found guilty. A jury on Tuesday convicted Ryan Routh on all five charges, including attempted assassination of a presidential candidate, assaulting a federal officer, and possession of a firearm with a tampered serial number. After the verdict, Routh tried to stab himself with a pen in the Florida courtroom but was quickly restrained by officers.Trump has shifted his stance on Ukraine, now suggesting the country should fight to retake all land seized by Russia. The reversal comes after his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the 80th U.N. General Assembly. Trump also criticized the U.N.'s funding of “uncontrolled migration,” calling it “the number one political issue of our time.”Not all stations are on board as ABC brings back "Jimmy Kimmel Live." Nexstar Media Group has joined Sinclair Broadcast Group in refusing to air the program. ABC suspended Kimmel last week after remarks he made about the assassination of Turning Point founder Charlie Kirk.

The Trump administration has announced a finding that shows Tylenol use in pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of autism. Officials say pregnant women should generally not take the drug unless they have very serious fevers.The Supreme Court has temporarily upheld President Donald Trump's authority to fire Federal Trade Commission (FTC) member Rebecca Slaughter. The nation's highest court will hear the case in December and reconsider a decades-old precedent that limits who the president can fire.Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show is returning to the air this Tuesday, after it was suspended over remarks Kimmel made regarding the assassination of Charlie Kirk. ABC's parent company, Disney, said it has spent recent days having thoughtful conversations with Kimmel.

Tens of thousands are expected to attend the memorial for Charlie Kirk tomorrow in Arizona. Authorities are preparing maximum security — with President Trump expected to speak.The U.S. military carried out its third strike on boats carrying drugs, with three alleged drug dealers taken down. Footage shows the moment the boat was destroyed.

TikTok will continue to operate in the United States, after President Donald Trump spoke with Chinese regime leader Xi Jinping in a phone call and made progress to finalize a deal for TikTok. Under the deal, the Chinese-owned social media platform will transfer its U.S. assets to U.S. buyers.The House of Representatives passed a resolution remembering conservative influencer Charlie Kirk and condemning his assassination.The Senate rejected a seven-week stopgap government funding bill, hours after the House approved the Republican-backed bill. Lawmakers have until Sept. 30 to avert a government shutdown.NATO intercepted three Russian jets that violated Estonia's airspace. Estonia's foreign ministry said three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets entered Estonian airspace over the Gulf of Finland without permission and remained there for a total of 12 minutes.

Turning Point USA elects Charlie Kirk's widow Erika to be their new CEO and chair. And Utah Valley University re-opens after the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk on campus last week — with an increased presence of law enforcement on patrol.The late-night talk show Jimmy Kimmel Live has been taken off the air indefinitely. ABC made the announcement yesterday, following sharp backlash over Kimmel's controversial remarks about the assassination of "Turning Point" founder Charlie Kirk.Wrapping up his state visit to the UK today, President Trump bid farewell to the British Royal family and met Prime Minister Keir Starmer for a day of business. The two leaders signed a tech deal worth billions of dollars. The president also made a major announcement about Antifa.

King Charles welcomed President Trump to Windsor Castle for an unprecedented day of pomp and pageantry during the president's second state visit to Britain. It marked the largest military ceremonial welcome for a state visit in living memory and came after a string of multibillion-dollar tech deals between the two nations.The recently fired CDC director testified before the Senate Health Committee, offering her account of the dispute that led to her removal. She said the split followed clashes with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over vaccine policy.FBI Director Kash Patel faced heated exchanges with lawmakers as he testified before Congress for a second straight day, outlining the investigation that led to the arrest of Charlie Kirk's suspected shooter. Meanwhile, governments and employers across the country are cracking down on celebrations of Kirk's death with firings and visa revocations.

Utah officials are seeking the death penalty for the suspected assassin of Charlie Kirk. Prosecutors say new DNA evidence at the crime scene links the suspect, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson. Meanwhile, FBI Director Kash Patel testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee today for the first time since his confirmation, with questions largely focused on the bureau's handling of the Kirk assassination case.President Donald Trump is filing a $15 billion lawsuit against The New York Times, four of its reporters, and Penguin Random House, accusing them of defamation during the 2024 election. He arrived in London today for his second state visit, with the United States and UK expected to announce trade deals worth more than $10 billion.

White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller confirmed on Monday that the White House will be going after networks that organized riots, street violence, and other activities, calling such groups a “vast domestic terror movement.” The comments were made as Vice President JD Vance hosted Charlie Kirk's program days after the conservative commentator was assassinated last week while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University. Meanwhile, Democratic leaders condemned the Sept. 10 assassination of Kirk and urged Americans to reject political violence while the investigation continues.President Donald Trump signed an order sending the National Guard into Memphis to combat crime, constituting his latest test of the limits of presidential power by using military force in American cities.New York Gov. Kathy Hochul endorsed democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race, aligning herself with the party's progressive nominee as other prominent Democrats distanced themselves.

President Donald Trump said Saturday that he is ready to hit Russia with major sanctions once all NATO allies stop buying Russian oil, tying the move to a broader plan that also includes steep tariffs on China.Turning Point USA, the organization founded by the late Charlie Kirk, announced that it will host a celebration-of-life event on Sept. 21 to remember Kirk.