Politics

Texas governor signs a law allowing state law enforcement to arrest migrants who cross the border illegally.

Gov. Abbott signs law allowing Texas to arrest migrants: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 19, 2023

Negotiators have made progress on a deal to get a foreign aid package finalized, but it doesn't look like it'll be finished this year.

Senate could leave Washington without deal for Ukraine, Israel, border

A staffer has reportedly been fired following an investigation into a sex tape that appears to have been filmed in the nation's Capitol.

NBC, FOX coverage of Capitol Hill sex tape scandal is starkly different

President Biden and the first lady were unharmed after a driver crashed into an SUV in the president's motorcade.

President Biden, first lady safe after vehicle collides with motorcade

Israel revealed more information overnight about the three hostages taken by Hamas who were mistakenly killed by Israeli troops.

Israel releases more details on accidental killing of 3 hostages: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 18, 2023

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied that he helped Hunter Biden defy a subpoena by hosting a press conference when he was supposed to be deposed.

Eric Swalwell denies helping Hunter Biden defy subpoena

President Biden is making concessions on border security policy in order to get Republicans on board with a $110 billion foreign aid package.

$110 billion foreign aid package with border security has support of moderates

Sen. Michael Bennet blocked a must-pass FAA bill that avoid a shutdown demanding more funding for Ukraine.

Urgent FAA bill blocked by senator demanding funding for Ukraine

As a latest consequence of former President Liz Magill's antisemitism testimony, UPenn is facing the withdrawal of state funding.

UPenn state funding stripped as fallout over antisemitism testimony continues

Congress tried to pass provisions in the NDAA that would have released government secrets about aliens, but only approved a reduced version.

Congress scraps provision to declassify information about UFOs, aliens

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced efforts to create a "buffer zone" in Russia's Kursk Oblast following Ukraine’s destruction of two key bridges.

EU to start membership talks with Ukraine, aid effort stalls

While the House adjourned for the holiday break, the Senate announced it will return Monday to negotiate a bill for Ukraine and Israel aid.

House adjourns, Senate stays to work on funding for Ukraine and Israel: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 15, 2023

United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain said "our endorsements will be earned" when he called for an Israel-Hamas cease-fire.

UAW to weigh whether Biden calls for Israel-Hamas cease-fire when deciding endorsement

A newly released poll found that many Americans would not be excited to vote for Trump or Biden in another presidential election.

‘Uniquely horrible choice’: Poll shows few are thrilled about a Trump-Biden rematch

The defense bill was notably void of major social issue provisions sought by some Republicans, such as those on abortion and gender identity.

Congress easily passes defense bill void of GOP demands on social issues

The Senate passed a $886 billion defense policy bill, called The National Defense Authorization Act, in a 87-13 vote.

Senate overwhelmingly passes $886 billion defense policy bill

Mullin states that the criteria for impeachment are high, requiring a misdemeanor, high crime, or treason committed while in office.

House Republicans formally authorize Biden impeachment inquiry: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 14, 2023

A U.S. judge temporarily blocked part of a Florida law on Wednesday that imposes criminal penalties for willfully transporting people who lack legal immigration status into the state.

Border Patrol Chiefs have never seen so many migrants turn themselves in

Judge dismisses defamation claims against Hunter Biden, citing no explicit mention of computer repairman's name.

Hunter Biden defies subpoena hours before impeachment inquiry vote

New York's highest court has ordered the state to redraw congressional districts ahead of the 2024 elections.

New York high court orders state to redraw congressional districts

President Biden has provided updates on where the United States stands in its support of Ukraine and Israel.

Biden warns Israel is losing world support, says US will aid Ukraine ‘as long as we can’: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 13, 2023

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Congress and President Biden as lawmakers try to secure a deal to provide more aid.

Zelenskyy told senators expect guerrilla warfare, mass migration if Ukraine loses

Texas' Supreme Court ruled Kate Cox did not qualify for an abortion after her doctor cited complications, but none were life-threatening.

Why Kate Cox did not qualify for an exception to Texas abortion ban

SCOTUS has agreed to consider a petition from special counsel Jack Smith to rule on former President Donald Trump's absolute immunity claim.

SCOTUS to consider special counsel’s request to rule on Trump’s immunity claim