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February 18

UN responds after Iran elected vice-chair of Charter committee

The exchange comes amid backlash from critics who argue Tehran’s record conflicts with the UN’s core principles.

February 18

Mamdani proposes cutting NYPD budget, canceling 5K new officer hires

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is eyeing the NYPD's funding and a proposed personnel increase as he looks to tackle the city's "budget crisis."

February 18

After decade of GOP control, Democrats recruit challenger in key swing state

Democrat Cinde Warmington launches gubernatorial campaign against Gov. Kelly Ayotte in New Hampshire, targeting affordability and Trump policies.

February 18

Rubio: Iranian leaders 'make policy decisions on the basis of pure theology'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says theology of 'radical Shiite clerics' defines decisions by Iranian regime while speaking at a press conference in Budapest.

February 18

ATF seizes 36K guns as Trump administration shifts focus from Biden priorities to cartels, street crime

ATF agents seized over 36,000 illegal firearms under Trump administration, including 4,359 guns bound for Mexico's violent cartels and criminal gangs.

February 18

Stephen Colbert's feud with CBS boils over: 'THIS CRAP!'

Fox News' Mark Meredith reports the latest on late-night host Stephen Colbert's ongoing feud with his own network over an interview with Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico.

February 18

Ukraine makes fastest gains in years as Russia talks stall, exploiting cracks in Kremlin command

Ukrainian forces exploit Russian communication disruptions to mount successful counteroffensive east of Zaporizhzhia, pushing back enemy advances.

February 18

Mamdani addresses NYC budget plans on policing, demands 'structural solutions'

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani defended his proposed budget, citing inherited deficits and plans on policing while pursuing long-term affordability reforms.

February 18

GOP warns Democrats using DHS shutdown to stall Senate voter ID push

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., guaranteed that the SAVE America Act would get a vote, but the current funding fight in the Senate could derail a swift vote.

February 18

Kevin O'Leary battles CNN panel over AOC fiasco in Munich, says others are 'nuts'

Kevin O'Leary calls CNN panelists "nuts" after heated argument over Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Munich appearance, with defenders pushing back on criticism.