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House Democrats walk out of tense briefing with Bondi over Epstein files -- A group of House Democrats walked out of a closed-door briefing with Attorney General Pam Bondi on the Jeffrey Epstein probe late Wednesday, as tensions over the DOJ's handling of the Epstein case continue to simmer.
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Son and brother of Afghan man who died in ICE custody demand answers -- The family of an Afghan immigrant who died one day after being taken into custody by ICE in Texas says it has received no answers as to what caused the man's death.4 hours ago
U.S. gas prices rise as oil hits $111 a barrel -- A barrel of Brent crude topped $111, while the U.S. benchmark also rose as the Iran war intensifies.6 hours ago
What to know about Joe Kent, Trump counterterrorism chief who resigned -- In a resignation letter, Joe Kent said Iran "posed no imminent threat to our nation," and he asserted that "we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby."8 hours ago
Maps show forecast for extreme heat wave scorching the West -- A long-duration heat wave is taking shape over the western half of the U.S. and forecast to stick around in the days ahead.10 hours ago
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, citing economic uncertainty -- Fed officials are grappling with a host of economic challenges, from stubborn inflation to a slowing job market.10 hours ago
DOJ blocked release of secret Epstein drug probe file, Sen. Wyden says -- Sen. Ron Wyden says he believes the government had "ample evidence" that Epstein was involved in drug trafficking.10 hours ago
Exclusive - FBI, IRS to probe nonprofit groups for domestic terrorism links, sources say - In December, Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered law enforcement officials to prioritize efforts to probe and prosecute groups and individuals belonging to the antifa movement or are deemed "extremist." 7H ago25 minutes ago
Dolores Huerta alleges assault by Cesar Chavez amid abuse claims -- Allegations of abuse of women and girls by union leader Cesar Chavez were first reported by the New York Times on Wednesday.11 hours ago
How to sign up for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID and save time at airports -- Travelers hoping to bypass some of the increasingly long wait times at U.S. airports can enroll in the TSA PreCheck Touchless ID program, which is now operating at 65 locations.11 hours ago
Who is Josh D'Amaro, the new CEO of Disney? -- As Disney CEO, Josh D'Amaro will be in charge of a massive entertainment empire that includes parks, movies and a streaming service.12 hours ago
Paul calls Mullin a "man with anger issues" in confirmation hearing -- Sen. Markwayne Mullin is appearing before the Committee on Homeland Security after President Donald Trump nominated him to replace Kristi Noem as the Homeland Security Secretary.13 hours ago
Trump waives Jones Act for 60 days in effort to ease energy prices -- President Trump on Wednesday temporarily eased a century-old law that limits shippers from transporting energy products around the U.S.14 hours ago
USPS wants to raise the price of a first-class stamp as high as 95 cents -- USPS Postmaster General David Steiner said raising the price of stamps would "largely solve" the agency's financial woes.15 hours ago
Official warns some airports could shut down if TSA sick calls climb -- Acting deputy TSA administrator Adam Stahl says the situation will get worse the longer the agency and the Department of Homeland Security don't receive funding.16 hours ago