Trump administration starts building border wall project in Arizona over tribe’s objections
The Tohono O’odham Nation says contractors trespassed on tribal land as they began construction of an Arizona section of a border wall.
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Attorney General Todd Blanche defends his record as political pressure mounts
Attorney General Todd Blanche says he’ll lead the Justice Department with honesty as critics question President Donald Trump’s former lawyer
Trump used to say he saw a quick end to his Iran war, but 6 months later he claims he’s in no hurry
President Donald Trump initially told Americans the Iran war would last weeks, but six months later, he now says he’s in no hurry to end it.
Judge again blocks Trump mail ballot executive order in ruling that’s likely to be swiftly appealed
A federal judge is once again blocking President Donald Trump’s executive order that seeks to limit mail voting in the midterm elections.
Florida grand jury finds DeSantis administration misused $10 million, but no charges filed
The report ignited a new round of criticism aimed at DeSantis and other top state Republicans over the charity receiving $10 million from a state Medicaid settlement intended to help poor children get health insurance.
ICE operation in Connecticut highlights how arrests are rising even in blue states
Nationwide, ICE arrests increased significantly in June and July, according to newly released data.
Stars and Stripes publisher, editor and reporter sue Pentagon to challenge their firings
The Pentagon, which partially funds the news outlet, fired them last week.
California and the federal government battle over hospice fraud, as victims lose coverage and care
The Trump administration has targeted California for hospice fraud, calling it a “kingdom of fraud” and deferring Medicaid payments.
ICE awards $16.7M contract to buy 6,000 pairs of gloves that deliver electric shocks
A group of U.S. senators led by Democrat Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada is urging Immigration and Customs Enforcement to cancel plans to outfit officers with gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks.
Judge questions why Kennedy Center is moving so quickly to return Trump’s name to building
The administration warns that without recognition, the Kennedy Center may face demolition due to funding issues.