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February 4

Trump’s Iran threats face ‘Obama red line’ test as White House pivots to diplomacy

Trump threatens Iran with military action while pursuing diplomatic talks. Recent drone shootdowns escalate tensions as diplomatic summit approaches.

February 4

Shutdown averted for now, but Senate warns DHS fight could trigger another in days

Senate Republicans fear that the Trump-Schumer deal, which included a two-week extension to DHS funding, won't allow enough time to prevent the agency from shutting down in the coming days.

February 4

House Republicans sue to block Utah congressional map that favors Democrats

Utah Republicans challenge court-ordered congressional map in federal lawsuit, arguing judge violated Constitution by bypassing legislature's authority.

February 4

Bill and Hillary Clinton faced 'surprise' from Democrats calling for Epstein testimony, says Rep Comer

House Democrats joined Republicans threatening Bill and Hillary Clinton with contempt, forcing them to agree to filmed Epstein depositions, Rep. James Comer said.

February 4

GOP must race for new 'big, beautiful bill' to slash costs before midterms, top House Republicans warn

Republicans say they have just months to move a sweeping package cutting taxes and lowering everyday costs before election-year politics close the window.

February 4

Border czar Tom Homan announces federal drawdown in Minnesota

White House border czar Tom Homan announced a drawdown of federal agents deployed to Minnesota on Wednesday, a change that he said is made possible thanks to "unprecedented cooperation" from local law enforcement.

February 4

Pentagon watchdog warns drone incursions require 'immediate attention' at US military bases

Pentagon report reveals military bases face daily drone incursions but lack clear authority to respond effectively, exposing critical security gaps.

February 4

Trump EVISCERATES Kaitlan Collins: 'I don't think I've ever seen you smile!'

President Trump slams Kaitlan Collins in the Oval Office, calling her the 'worst' reporter and blaming her for CNN's 'no ratings.'

February 4

Kevin Warsh must move fast to undo the worst Fed mistakes in decades

President Trump was smart to select Kevin Warsh as next Fed chairman. He should reverse Jerome Powell’s policies and work quickly to restore stability at the Federal Reserve.

February 4

California school board member 'personally offended' when speaker says 'homeless' instead of 'unhoused'

Pajaro Valley Unified Board Vice President Joy Flynn confronted staff over using "homeless" terminology, demanding they say "unhoused" instead during a presentation.