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Spirit Airlines shuts down after White House rescue deal falls through

The airline said early Saturday it had “no choice” but to wind down operations immediately, dashing hopes of a last-minute financial lifeline.
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Spirit Airlines shuts down after White House rescue deal falls through

The airline said early Saturday it had “no choice” but to wind down operations immediately, dashing hopes of a last-minute financial lifeline.

Trump returns to public events, delivering profane speech

In his first public speech since the White House correspondents’ dinner, the president mocked transgender weightlifters and the “medical crap” an adviser was telling him.
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Trump returns to public events, delivering profane speech

In his first public speech since the White House correspondents’ dinner, the president mocked transgender weightlifters and the “medical crap” an adviser was telling him.

Two more Southern states move toward adding Republican House seats

GOP-led states are rushing to take advantage of the Supreme Court’s decision to curtail the Voting Rights Act with new maps that could end the careers of several Black Democratic House members.
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Two more Southern states move toward adding Republican House seats

GOP-led states are rushing to take advantage of the Supreme Court’s decision to curtail the Voting Rights Act with new maps that could end the careers of several Black Democratic House members.

Trump endorses Andy Barr in race to succeed Mitch McConnell

Trump also asked one of Barr’s rivals to drop out of the Republican primary in Kentucky, where the winner of that race is likely to succeed McConnell.
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Trump endorses Andy Barr in race to succeed Mitch McConnell

Trump also asked one of Barr’s rivals to drop out of the Republican primary in Kentucky, where the winner of that race is likely to succeed McConnell.

Trump says Iran conflict is ‘terminated’ as he hits congressional deadline

Trump’s statement came as the United States continues to enforce a naval blockade of Iran and as he declined to rule out additional strikes on the country.
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Trump says Iran conflict is ‘terminated’ as he hits congressional deadline

Trump’s statement came as the United States continues to enforce a naval blockade of Iran and as he declined to rule out additional strikes on the country.

Ex-Fla. congressman and Rubio ally convicted of secretly lobbying for Venezuela

Prosecutors had alleged that David Rivera had received a secret $50 million contract to influence the first Trump administration.
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Ex-Fla. congressman and Rubio ally convicted of secretly lobbying for Venezuela

Prosecutors had alleged that David Rivera had received a secret $50 million contract to influence the first Trump administration.

Trump said he would end her political career, but Democrats did her in

Liberals say they want a fighter. But Janet Mills, a popular governor who clashed with the president, failed to catch fire in Maine’s Senate race.
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Trump said he would end her political career, but Democrats did her in

Liberals say they want a fighter. But Janet Mills, a popular governor who clashed with the president, failed to catch fire in Maine’s Senate race.

Poll: Trump’s Iran war reaches Iraq- and Vietnam-era disapproval levels

A Post-ABC-Ipsos poll shows most Americans call the military action a mistake, even as Republicans remain strongly supportive. Many fear the conflict will lead to a recession.
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Poll: Trump’s Iran war reaches Iraq- and Vietnam-era disapproval levels

A Post-ABC-Ipsos poll shows most Americans call the military action a mistake, even as Republicans remain strongly supportive. Many fear the conflict will lead to a recession.

A deadline for the Iran war is here. What does the War Powers Act say?

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asserted an ongoing ceasefire “pauses” the clock on the 60-day deadline to end hostilities in Iran or seek congressional approval.
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A deadline for the Iran war is here. What does the War Powers Act say?

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asserted an ongoing ceasefire “pauses” the clock on the 60-day deadline to end hostilities in Iran or seek congressional approval.

A key Senate rule is slowly losing its grip, and both parties know it

Senate Majority Leader John Thune has resisted President Donald Trump’s pleas to kill the filibuster, but Republicans circumvented it to try to fund immigration enforcement agencies.
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A key Senate rule is slowly losing its grip, and both parties know it

Senate Majority Leader John Thune has resisted President Donald Trump’s pleas to kill the filibuster, but Republicans circumvented it to try to fund immigration enforcement agencies.

Senators ban themselves from participating in prediction markets

The platforms, which have gained scrutiny recently, allow people to place bets on future events such as election results. The ban also applies to Senate staffers.
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Senators ban themselves from participating in prediction markets

The platforms, which have gained scrutiny recently, allow people to place bets on future events such as election results. The ban also applies to Senate staffers.

Louisiana suspends House primaries as red states face pressure to redistrict

Gov. Jeff Landry (R) issued an order pausing next month’s primaries until lawmakers can approve a new map, which could help the GOP gain one or two seats in the state this fall.
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Louisiana suspends House primaries as red states face pressure to redistrict

Gov. Jeff Landry (R) issued an order pausing next month’s primaries until lawmakers can approve a new map, which could help the GOP gain one or two seats in the state this fall.

Trump drops MAHA favorite for surgeon general pick who has critiqued RFK Jr.

Nicole Saphier, Trump’s third pick for the role, is a radiologist and longtime Fox News contributor. Means’s nomination stalled as some Republicans questioned her credentials and stance on vaccinations.
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Trump drops MAHA favorite for surgeon general pick who has critiqued RFK Jr.

Nicole Saphier, Trump’s third pick for the role, is a radiologist and longtime Fox News contributor. Means’s nomination stalled as some Republicans questioned her credentials and stance on vaccinations.

Trump, Iran are locked in high-stakes standoff as oil prices hit wartime high

The U.S. blockade and Iranian mines and drones continue to halt shipping in the Strait of Hormuz as each side bets the other will break first.
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Trump, Iran are locked in high-stakes standoff as oil prices hit wartime high

The U.S. blockade and Iranian mines and drones continue to halt shipping in the Strait of Hormuz as each side bets the other will break first.

Supreme Court decision could deliver GOP a host of House seats in 2028

While it’s too late for many states to redraw congressional maps for the 2026 midterms, the court’s ruling to limit the Voting Rights Act could result in fewer Black members. “We’ve been dealt a bad hand,” says Georgia lawmaker.
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Supreme Court decision could deliver GOP a host of House seats in 2028

While it’s too late for many states to redraw congressional maps for the 2026 midterms, the court’s ruling to limit the Voting Rights Act could result in fewer Black members. “We’ve been dealt a bad hand,” says Georgia lawmaker.

On chaotic day, Johnson navigates multiple internal revolts in House

Over hours on and around the chamber’s floor, the speaker and fellow Republican leaders cajoled holdouts on a surveillance bill, a farm policy bill and funding for DHS.
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On chaotic day, Johnson navigates multiple internal revolts in House

Over hours on and around the chamber’s floor, the speaker and fellow Republican leaders cajoled holdouts on a surveillance bill, a farm policy bill and funding for DHS.

Louisiana governor prepares to suspend House primaries after court ruling

Gov. Jeff Landry (R) told Republican House candidates he plans to suspend the May 16 primary elections so lawmakers can redraw the congressional map.
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Louisiana governor prepares to suspend House primaries after court ruling

Gov. Jeff Landry (R) told Republican House candidates he plans to suspend the May 16 primary elections so lawmakers can redraw the congressional map.

Jury convicts Afghan man of terrorism, doesn’t link him to deaths at Kabul airport

Jurors convict the man on a charge of conspiring to provide material support to an ISIS group, but it’s a rare setback in a high-profile terrorism case.
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Jury convicts Afghan man of terrorism, doesn’t link him to deaths at Kabul airport

Jurors convict the man on a charge of conspiring to provide material support to an ISIS group, but it’s a rare setback in a high-profile terrorism case.

Comey’s lawyers say they will challenge threat charges as vindictive

The former FBI director made his first court apperance after being indicted over a 2025 social media post that prosecutors say was a threat to the life of the president.
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Comey’s lawyers say they will challenge threat charges as vindictive

The former FBI director made his first court apperance after being indicted over a 2025 social media post that prosecutors say was a threat to the life of the president.

Afghan man convicted of terrorism; jury doesn’t link him to deadly Kabul airport attack

Jurors convict the man on a charge of conspiring to provide material support to an ISIS group, but it’s a rare setback in a high-profile terrorism case.
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Afghan man convicted of terrorism; jury doesn’t link him to deadly Kabul airport attack

Jurors convict the man on a charge of conspiring to provide material support to an ISIS group, but it’s a rare setback in a high-profile terrorism case.

Comey appears in court on charges of threatening Trump

The former FBI director has denied that a photo he posted of seashells spelling “86 47” was intended to threaten the president, and he has vowed to fight the case.
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Comey appears in court on charges of threatening Trump

The former FBI director has denied that a photo he posted of seashells spelling “86 47” was intended to threaten the president, and he has vowed to fight the case.

U.S. aircraft carrier to leave Mideast, reducing military might amid Iran war

The USS Gerald R. Ford, at sea for 10 months, is in need of repair. Its exit, though, reduces the firepower on hand as Trump presses Tehran to make peace.
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U.S. aircraft carrier to leave Mideast, reducing military might amid Iran war

The USS Gerald R. Ford, at sea for 10 months, is in need of repair. Its exit, though, reduces the firepower on hand as Trump presses Tehran to make peace.

Comey expected to make first court appearance on charges of threatening Trump

The former FBI director denied that a photo he posted of seashells spelling “86 47” was intended to threaten the president. He has vowed to fight the case.
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Comey expected to make first court appearance on charges of threatening Trump

The former FBI director denied that a photo he posted of seashells spelling “86 47” was intended to threaten the president. He has vowed to fight the case.

Pam Bondi agrees to testify before Congress on Epstein files, committee says

The former attorney general had been subpoenaed to appear at a closed-door session. When she was fired by Trump, her appearance was thrown into limbo.
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Pam Bondi agrees to testify before Congress on Epstein files, committee says

The former attorney general had been subpoenaed to appear at a closed-door session. When she was fired by Trump, her appearance was thrown into limbo.

Supreme Court limits key provision of the landmark Voting Rights Act

The decision could touch off a scramble by Republicans to redraw majority-minority congressional districts, especially in the South, that could cost many Black Democrats their seats.
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Supreme Court limits key provision of the landmark Voting Rights Act

The decision could touch off a scramble by Republicans to redraw majority-minority congressional districts, especially in the South, that could cost many Black Democrats their seats.

Trump is a target of political violence, but he’s hardly its only cause

Social upheaval, deep polarization and social media are primary drivers of the phenomenon, which has touched Republicans and Democrats alike.
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Trump is a target of political violence, but he’s hardly its only cause

Social upheaval, deep polarization and social media are primary drivers of the phenomenon, which has touched Republicans and Democrats alike.

Prosecutions of Trump’s foes add to GOP’s headaches in midterms

Charges against former FBI director James B. Comey and others take focus away from the economy and the issues voters care most about, many Republicans say.
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Prosecutions of Trump’s foes add to GOP’s headaches in midterms

Charges against former FBI director James B. Comey and others take focus away from the economy and the issues voters care most about, many Republicans say.

Trump to host Artemis astronauts, as he eyes more trips to the moon — and Mars

The president is celebrating investments he made in his first term that needed years to pay off, as he continues to seek “American dominance in space.”
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Trump to host Artemis astronauts, as he eyes more trips to the moon — and Mars

The president is celebrating investments he made in his first term that needed years to pay off, as he continues to seek “American dominance in space.”

Trump welcomes King Charles III and Queen Camilla for state dinner

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcomed Britain’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the White House for a state dinner in the East Room.
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Trump welcomes King Charles III and Queen Camilla for state dinner

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcomed Britain’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the White House for a state dinner in the East Room.

Former Fauci aide charged in alleged effort to thwart pandemic inquiries

David M. Morens, who was charged in an indictment unsealed this week, has previously acknowledged efforts to shield his communications from federal public records laws.
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Former Fauci aide charged in alleged effort to thwart pandemic inquiries

David M. Morens, who was charged in an indictment unsealed this week, has previously acknowledged efforts to shield his communications from federal public records laws.

King Charles urges checks on executive power as Trump hosts royal visit

In a speech to Congress, the monarch avoided naming the president but highlighted democratic norms, Ukraine and Western unity.
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King Charles urges checks on executive power as Trump hosts royal visit

In a speech to Congress, the monarch avoided naming the president but highlighted democratic norms, Ukraine and Western unity.

James Comey indicted over 2025 social media post allegedly threatening Trump

The former FBI director shared a photo showing seashells arranged to write out “86 47,” which some saw as a call for violence against President Donald Trump.
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James Comey indicted over 2025 social media post allegedly threatening Trump

The former FBI director shared a photo showing seashells arranged to write out “86 47,” which some saw as a call for violence against President Donald Trump.

James Comey indicted for second time by Justice Department

The case against the former FBI director centers on a photo he posted last year showing seashells arranged to write out “86 47,” which some saw as a call for violence against President Donald Trump.
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James Comey indicted for second time by Justice Department

The case against the former FBI director centers on a photo he posted last year showing seashells arranged to write out “86 47,” which some saw as a call for violence against President Donald Trump.