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One person was killed and eight others injured in two separate incidents Friday night in downtown Chicago, shortly after the city's annual tree-lighting ceremony. President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social Saturday that the Chicago mayor and the Illinois governor have refused federal assistance "for a situation that could be quickly remedied."

President Trump welcomed New York City's mayor-elect, self-described Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani, to the White House today. This comes as the House passed a resolution condemning what it calls the “horrors” of socialism — a vote that took place shortly after Mamdani arrived at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport ahead of his afternoon meeting with the president.President Trump has suggested Thanksgiving as the deadline for Ukraine to accept an American-brokered peace deal with Moscow. The proposed agreement would include concessions from Ukraine, including giving up territory currently occupied by Russia.

President Donald Trump is demanding the arrest of six Democratic lawmakers who released a social media video urging members of the military and intelligence community to defy what they called “illegal orders” by the Trump administration. The president called their behavior “seditious” and “punishable by death.”A memorial for former Vice President Dick Cheney was held at the Washington National Cathedral Thursday. Former Presidents George W. Bush and Joe Biden were in attendance.The White House confirms that the United States has drafted a framework to end the Russia-Ukraine war. This comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with U.S. Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll.

President Donald Trump, speaking at the Saudi Investment Forum in Washington, touted billions of dollars in investments and financial ties between the United States and Saudi Arabia. He also designated Saudi Arabia a non-NATO ally and vowed to work to end the war in Sudan.Attorneys for former FBI Director James Comey appeared before a federal judge in Virginia Wednesday to argue for the dismissal of what they call a “selective and vindictive” prosecution by the Trump administration. The judge has not issued a ruling.The Justice Department has announced new charges against former Olympian Ryan James Wedding, who is accused of running a massive transnational drug network. The former Canadian snowboarder is now one of the FBI's Top 10 most wanted fugitives.

President Donald Trump welcomed the Saudi crown prince to the White House today. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pledged to boost Saudi Arabia's investment in the United States from $600 billion to $1 trillion.House lawmakers voted overwhelmingly to compel the Justice Department to release the Epstein files. The U.S. Senate has agreed to unanimously pass the bill and will send it to Trump once it arrives. The president has previously said he will sign it if it reaches his desk.A three-judge panel today blocked a congressional map redrawn by the Republican-led Texas legislature. The new map could have given Republicans five additional seats in the U.S. House.

Changing course on the release of the Epstein files, President Trump says he would sign legislation compelling the Department of Justice to release the files of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein if such a bill passes the House and Senate and reaches his desk. He's also calling on House Republicans to vote in favor of releasing the files, saying Republicans have nothing to hide.The Trump administration is also touting its economic agenda. The president announced that he will likely issue tariff dividend checks sometime in the middle of next year. Meanwhile, he says he's open to speaking directly with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro as he weighs a decision on whether to launch strikes in Venezuela.The Supreme Court says it will hear a case deciding whether the U.S. must process asylum claims from people attempting to cross the U.S.–Mexico border. The case will examine whether the wording in federal law—requiring claims to be heard from someone who “arrives in” the United States—extends to individuals who arrive at the border but have not yet crossed over.

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett weighed in on the growing cost of groceries. Sunday on ABC's 'this week', Hassett suggested prices for food staples like bananas, beef, coffee, and tomatoes will come down after the Trump administration's latest exemptions are implemented.A lead Border Patrol commander announced dozens of arrests of criminal illegal aliens detained in North Carolina's largest city on Sunday. The Department of Homeland Security said on Saturday it was launching “Operation Charlotte's Web,” sending a surge of law enforcement resources to Charlotte in the latest episode in the Trump administration's increased immigration enforcement in major U.S. cities.

DHS agents have converged on Charlotte, North Carolina, with federal officers seen throughout the city today making arrests. Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security Tricia McLaughlin released a statement saying the move is “to ensure Americans are safe and public safety threats are removed.”President Trump has announced that he will no longer endorse Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene. In a Truth Social post, the president accused the Georgia representative of going “far left,” claiming she has been complaining about his policies since he suggested she shouldn't run for governor. Greene disputed the president's remarks.A man has been arrested for alleged property damage while attempting to confront President Trump's former attorney Alina Habba. An FBI bulletin on Friday accused the individual of possessing a dangerous weapon inside the court facility. Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed the arrest.

President Trump issued a new executive order today modifying the scope of the reciprocal tariff. Under the order, certain agricultural products—including beef, bananas, and coffee—will no longer be subject to the sweeping tariffs implemented earlier this year. The White House also announced a new trade deal with Switzerland, with Swiss companies agreeing to invest 200 billion dollars in the United States in exchange for a reduced 15 percent tariff rate.President Trump is directing the Department of Justice to prove Jeffrey Epstein's involvement with a number of high-profile figures, including former President Bill Clinton. The request comes two days after House Democrats released previously unseen emails from Epstein's estate—the latest development in what the White House calls the manufactured Epstein hoax.The 2023 Georgia racketeering indictment case against President Trump and several others who challenged the 2020 election has been taken over by a new prosecutor. Peter Skandalakis, the executive director of the Prosecuting Attorneys' Council of Georgia, announced Friday that he will be replacing Fani Willis on the case.

The White House today announced four new trade deals with Latin American countries: Argentina, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Ecuador. Meanwhile, the BBC has apologized to President Donald Trump for airing a documentary shortly before the 2024 presidential election that edited his Jan. 6, 2021, speech to make it appear he incited violence.The government shutdown is officially over after Congress reached a deal last night. Eight members of the Senate Democratic caucus and six Democratic representatives joined Republicans to pass the legislation. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins says that most SNAP recipients should receive benefits by the end of next week.Meanwhile, the fight for control of the U.S. House continues as the Justice Department today files a lawsuit targeting California's new congressional map. The lawsuit, filed in a California federal court, accuses the state's newly approved Proposition 50 of racial gerrymandering in violation of the Constitution.

The longest government shutdown in U.S. history could come to an end tonight—if the House of Representatives passes the Senate-reached deal to reopen the government in a final vote. Meanwhile, some House Democrats say they're ready to reject the deal, with some even calling for Democratic Senate Leader Chuck Schumer to step down.President Trump has expressed confidence that the bill will pass, as the White House blames Democrats for the effects of the shutdown. Meanwhile, Trump is doubling down on another fight, saying he has an obligation to sue the BBC for defamation over edits to his Jan. 6 speech.

The U.S. House of Representatives will soon be back in session for the first time in nearly two months. The House must vote on the bill to end the shutdown as soon as Wednesday before the president can sign it into law and reopen the government. Meanwhile, Democrats have already signaled that they'll stick to their demands when funding runs out again in January, raising the possibility of another shutdown.President Donald Trump laid a wreath at Arlington National Cemetery to commemorate the sacrifices of American veterans. The president also proclaimed Veterans Day “Victory Day” for World War I and vowed to bring back “the winning spirit of the United States military.”As tensions continue to rise between the United States and Venezuela, an American aircraft carrier strike group arrived in Latin American waters today, while Venezuela carried out military drills.

A deal could be reached soon to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. The Senate is set to vote on an amended continuing resolution after a group of moderate Democrats joined Republicans to pave the way to reopen the government.President Trump is pardoning more than 70 people involved in his effort to challenge the outcome of the 2020 election. The president is also threatening to sue the BBC for one billion dollars for editing a speech he made to make it appear he was inciting violence on January 6, 2021.The Supreme Court today rejected calls to overturn its landmark 2015 decision that legalized same-sex marriage nationwide. But the justices have agreed to hear a case challenging the counting of mail-in ballots received after Election Day.

The head of the BBC and its top news executive resigned on Sunday after the broadcaster was accused of misleading viewers by editing President Donald Trump's Jan. 6th speech.U.S. flights will be reduced to "a trickle" in the run-up to the Thanksgiving holiday as the federal shutdown continues because of rising air traffic control staffing shortages, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said in remarks that aired on Sunday.New moves in the energy sector. The Department of the Interior announced two major steps on Friday to expand offshore oil and gas leasing. It's part of president Trump's One Big beautiful bill act, seeking to boost domestic energy production while reducing reliance on foreign suppliers. The first lease sale is planned in the Gulf of America, with another proposed auction in Alaska's Cook Inlet. A panel discussion unpacks what all this means.

President Donald Trump is renewing his call to end the Senate filibuster to reopen the government. It would mark a major break from long-standing Senate tradition, but Trump says Republicans must do it to achieve major policy victories.In a late-night decision, the Supreme Court allowed the federal government to delay fully funding SNAP benefits for November. The ruling pauses a lower court's order that required the Trump administration to provide full funding for the food assistance program this month.

More than a thousand flights were canceled as Federal Aviation Administration flight reductions take effect at major airports across the nation on Day 38 of the government shutdown. Senate Republicans are teeing up a vote on a package of bills to end the shutdown, while Democrats maintain their demands.The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Friday that it's working to fully fund food stamp benefits for November in compliance with a federal court order. A federal judge on Thursday directed the agency to provide full benefits—a decision the Trump administration quickly appealed.President Donald Trump says there's a “very good chance” he'll meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest. This comes as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán hails a “golden age” of U.S.–Hungary relations while seeking exemptions from U.S. sanctions on Russian oil.

A federal judge ruled Thursday that the Trump administration must fully fund SNAP benefits amid the government shutdown, giving officials until Friday to secure the money. Meanwhile, as the shutdown continues, 40 major U.S. airports—including Los Angeles International, John F. Kennedy International, and Chicago O'Hare—will face a 10 percent reduction in flights starting Friday.President Donald Trump, just one day after Supreme Court arguments on his sweeping global tariffs in a case he called “one of the most important cases in the history of our country,” is doubling down—emphasizing that his tariff threats against Beijing were a national security lifeline that forced Xi Jinping to the negotiating table. The president is also set to meet with the leaders of all five Central Asian countries Thursday night as the United States works to expand its influence in a region increasingly courted by China.Trump also announced new agreements to expand access to and reduce the cost of weight loss drugs. The deals with pharmaceutical companies Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly will broaden coverage for Medicare and Medicaid recipients and lower the prices paid by the federal government.

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.