Trump says he wants Republicans to 'nationalize' elections President Trump said in an interview he wants Republicans to "nationalize" elections. It's the latest instance of Trump's willingness to meddle in election administration. Miles Parks
The U.K. investigates its ex-ambassador to the U.S. over alleged leaks to Epstein The U.K. government says newly released files related to Jeffrey Epstein suggest that the former British ambassador to the U.S. may have shared market-sensitive information with Epstein. The Associated Press
House votes to end partial government shutdown, setting up contentious talks on ICE The House has approved a spending bill to end a short-lived partial government shutdown. Now lawmakers will begin contentious negotiations over new guardrails for immigration enforcement. Sam Gringlas
WA Democrats’ ‘millionaires tax’ is here, but Ferguson doesn’t support it yet WWashington state Democrats are set to unveil their proposal for an income tax on “high earners.” Gov. Bob Ferguson said Tuesday that he’s skeptical of this version of the bill. Scott Greenstone
Despite razor-thin margin, House speaker is optimistic partial shutdown will end soon Speaker Mike Johnson is voicing optimism that the House can quickly bring an end to the partial government shutdown, but he is dealing with a razor-thin majority and a restive GOP caucus. A Martínez
Rep. Jim McGovern discusses the ongoing partial government shutdown Rep. Jim McGovern, D- Mass., talks about the ongoing partial government shutdown and the negotiations over funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Michel Martin
Kilmar Abrego Garcia becomes symbol of mistaken deportations Immigration lawyers said Kilmar Abrego Garcia's landmark case highlights the pitfalls with the speed and scale of the Trump administration's goal of mass deportations. Ximena Bustillo
Powerful people, random redactions: 4 things to know about the latest Epstein files In the Justice Department's release of millions of pages of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, there are several instances of unredacted names of Epstein's accusers, raising concerns about privacy. Stephen Fowler
Privatizing Fannie Mae is risky. Would it be a win for taxpayers or Trump's donors? The idea has alarmed critics, who warn it could rattle financial markets and drive up mortgage rates, while potentially generating large profits for key Trump supporters. Chris Arnold
As some states try to show ICE the door, others put out the welcome mat After ICE federal agents killed two U.S. citizens in Minnesota, the divide between states on either side of the immigration enforcement debate is growing wider. Mawa Iqbal