Politics

Donald Trump downplayed the controversy surrounding a racist joke told by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe at his Madison Square Garden rally. Hinchcliffe compared Puerto Rico to a "floating island of garbage," sparking backlash. Trump claimed he didn't know Hinchcliffe and that the incident was being overblown. He also stated he has a good relationship with Puerto Rico, despite criticism over his handling of Hurricane Maria.

Comedian’s comment on Puerto Rico at Trump event sparks controversy

The presidential candidates are trotting out big celebrities in their final pushes to sway undecided voters.

Well-known names show support for presidential candidates

Firefighters extinguished a major fire at a U.S. Forces Korea warehouse in Busan after 19 afters, with no injuries reported.

Massive fire at US base in South Korea extinguished after 19 hours

Baseless claims of election fraud spread on social media after Trump's win, citing a supposed 20 million vote gap.

Federal judge orders Virginia to restore more than 1,600 voter registrations

Thousands of votes already cast in Colorado county are being reviewed again after election staff discovered at least a dozen fraudulent ballots.

At least a dozen ballots connected to voter fraud scheme in Colorado

A viral claim about soaring energy costs made during Trump's visit to a Bronx barbershop was found to be the result of a billing error.

Billing error, not rising energy prices, behind viral Trump campaign moment

CNN has alleged Fox News edited its barbershop interview with former President Donald Trump.

CNN alleges Fox edited Trump’s controversial barbershop remarks

Over the next 11 days, expect the onslaught to continue as candidates and surrogates spend a lot of money on the presidential race.

Harris, Trump campaigns and allies spent half-a-billion dollars in just over 2 weeks

A former Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model claimed she was groped by former President Donald Trump in the 90s.

Former model says Donald Trump groped her in front of Jeffrey Epstein

President Joe Biden has ordered the Pentagon and national security agencies to ramp up their use of artificial intelligence.

White House orders Pentagon, intelligence agencies to ramp up AI use

Former President Donald Trump heads to Michigan later Friday, Oct. 25. He will rally with supporters in Traverse City.

Arab-American voters may be key in swing state Michigan

President Joe Biden is expected to formally apologize for the federal government’s role in running hundreds of Indian boarding schools.

Biden to issue historic apology over Indian boarding school policy

With 11 days to go until Election Day, the presidential candidates are bringing out the so-called "big guns."

Springsteen rallies for Harris; Trump targets voters in Southwest

It’s an important ruling because the trespassing statute was used to charge more than 1,400 people involved in the riot.

Appeals court upholds Jan. 6 defendant’s trespassing conviction

New numbers revealed $53 billion is needed for North Carolina to recover from the damage of Hurricane Helene.

North Carolina needs $53B to recover from Helene, ‘redneck air force’ steps in

A new report alleges that a U.S. immigration official has been "actively promoting illegal immigration" through social media videos.

DHS official promotes illegal immigration, tips for border crossers on TikTok: Report

Journalist Olivia Nuzzi parts ways with New York Magazine after a controversy involving Robert F. Kennedy Jr., despite investigations

Olivia Nuzzi leaves New York Mag after controversy over RFK Jr. relationship

Industry trade groups filed a lawsuit to block the FTC's "click-to-cancel" rule that would make it easier to cancel subscriptions.

Trade groups sue FTC to block Khan’s ‘click-to-cancel’ rule

A group of Senate Republicans plan to introduce a bill that would cut off US funding for the UN if Israel loses its status as a full member.

Senate Republicans want to stop US funding for UN if Israel’s status is downgraded

A study that is examining the impact of puberty blockers on children won't be published for political reasons.

Study on impact of puberty blockers on kids not published ‘over politics’

Canada plans to reduce immigration targets, with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stating the government “didn’t get the balance quite right.”

Canada plans major cuts to immigration numbers

The Justice Department sent a letter to Elon Musk’s super PAC, warning that the $1 million giveaway to registered voters may be illegal.

DOJ warns Musk $1 million payments to voters may be illegal, FEC complaint filed

The political ads, the television coverage and the constant sound bites appear to be taking a psychological toll on many Americans.

Political climate a top stressor for adults, more than previous elections: Study

An Arizona teenager will be charged as an adult in connection with an ISIS-inspired plot to bomb a Phoenix pride parade.

Arizona teen charged with terrorism in connection with Pride parade plot