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DHS, FBI probed for info on alleged Iranian agent's assassination plot possibly targeting Trump

August 15, 2024

DHS, FBI probed for info on alleged Iranian agent's assassination plot possibly targeting Trump

Top bipartisan lawmakers conducting oversight of homeland security are demanding answers from DHS Secretary Mayorkas and FBI Director Christopher Wray after a foiled assassination attempt.

Vulnerable Democrat Tammy Baldwin's support of sanctuary cities highlighted in Wisconsin ad

August 14, 2024

Vulnerable Democrat Tammy Baldwin's support of sanctuary cities highlighted in Wisconsin ad

Sen. Tammy Baldwin's record on illegal immigration and border security is coming under scrutiny ahead of her competitive race for re-election.

Social Security marks 89th year as retirement fund risks insolvency under Democrats

August 14, 2024

Social Security marks 89th year as retirement fund risks insolvency under Democrats

Fox News Digital spoke with a financial planner from Michigan who shared some of the greatest risks to Social Security as it turns 89 years old and faces an uncertain future.

Kyle Kilbourn wins Democratic primary battle for Wisconsin House seat

August 14, 2024

Kyle Kilbourn wins Democratic primary battle for Wisconsin House seat

Kyle Kilbourn won the Democratic primary to represent Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District, a seat currently held by Republican Rep. Tom Tiffany.

On this day in history, August 14, 1935, Social Security is signed into law by FDR

August 14, 2024

On this day in history, August 14, 1935, Social Security is signed into law by FDR

President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security bill into law on this day in history, Aug. 14, 1935, creating a federal safety net for older, unemployed and disadvantaged Americans.

Tony Wied wins Republican primary for seat recently vacated by Rep. Mike Gallagher

August 13, 2024

Tony Wied wins Republican primary for seat recently vacated by Rep. Mike Gallagher

Tony Wied was declared the winner of the Republican primary race for Wisconsin's 8th Congressional District, a seat recently vacated by former Rep. Mike Gallagher.

Trump-backed Rep. Celeste Maloy wins GOP nomination in Utah's 2nd district

August 13, 2024

Trump-backed Rep. Celeste Maloy wins GOP nomination in Utah's 2nd district

Rep. Celeste Maloy, R-Utah won the Republican primary in Utah's 2nd congressional district on Tuesday. She will take on the Democratic nominee in November. The seat has been solidly red and will likely be won by Republicans.

Eric Hovde wins GOP Senate nod in Wisconsin, teeing up tight race against Democrat Tammy Baldwin

August 13, 2024

Eric Hovde wins GOP Senate nod in Wisconsin, teeing up tight race against Democrat Tammy Baldwin

Eric Hovde officially won the Republican nod for Senate and will take on Democrat incumbent Tammy Baldwin in November.

Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer recovering from 'mild' stroke, will resume normal schedule next week

August 13, 2024

Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer recovering from 'mild' stroke, will resume normal schedule next week

U.S. Rep. Steny Hoyer is expected to resume his normal schedule next week after suffering a mild stroke Sunday, his office said.

Speaker Mike Johnson: Only Americans should decide our elections. Here’s how Congress can guarantee it

August 12, 2024

Speaker Mike Johnson: Only Americans should decide our elections. Here’s how Congress can guarantee it

Noncitizen voting is finally getting attention. It's essential that only Americans should decide our elections. Congress has the right plan but Democrats haven't cooperated.