Joe Biden Commutes Life Sentence of Killer Who Executed Two FBI Agents with Gunshots to the Head

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Joe Biden, in the final moments of his presidency, commuted the life sentence of Leonard Peltier, the Indigenous activist convicted in the 1975 killings of two FBI agents…

Trump renames Gulf of Mexico and reinstates Mount McKinley under executive order, with more to come

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order on Monday directing the renaming of several iconic American landmarks, including reinstating “Mount McKinley” as the official name of North America’s…

D.C. robbery suspects flee in stolen cars after assaulting victim and stealing his coat

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A robbery involving a stolen coat and two stolen vehicles is under investigation after a group of suspects assaulted a victim Saturday afternoon in Northeast D.C. The incident occurred…

Suspects flee with stolen car after armed carjacking in D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two suspects remain at large after an armed carjacking on Sheridan Road in Southeast D.C., where a victim was forced to surrender their vehicle at gunpoint. The incident occurred…

Trump Puts Brakes on New Jersey’s 2035 Gas Car Ban

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump-Vance administration has initiated efforts to reverse federal and state policies aimed at phasing out internal combustion engine vehicles, a key promise made during President Donald J. Trump’s…

Trump Shuts Down Federal DEI Programs with Day One Executive Order

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order on Monday directing federal agencies to terminate all diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and environmental justice programs, citing concerns over alleged discrimination…

Trump reinstates federal death penalty and mandates tougher capital punishment policies

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order on Monday aimed at reinstating and expanding the use of capital punishment at the federal level, reversing policies enacted under the…

Trump Ends Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity Hiring in Federal Government

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order on Monday introducing sweeping reforms to the federal hiring process, aiming to prioritize merit, efficiency, and adherence to constitutional principles across…

Trump signs executive order restricting federal recognition of gender identity; What it means for New Jersey

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order on Monday establishing federal policies that restrict recognition of gender identity and reaffirm sex-based distinctions across government agencies. The order, titled…

Trump Declares Only Two Genders Recognized by Federal Government

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Gender identity advocates are reeling from an announcement made today by President Donald J. Trump. Trump declared the genders to be only male and female. Trump has officially declared…

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President Trump Signs Executive Order, Flags Raised to Full Mast for Inauguration

On Monday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order mandating that U.S. flags be flown at full mast during all presidential inaugurations. This directive immediately went into effect, raising flags across Washington,…

On his way out, President Biden issues last-minute pardons for family members, officials, and key political figures

WASHINGTON — In a controversial move during his final moments in office, President Joe Biden issued pardons to several family members, former officials, and political figures, according to a list released as…

Capitol Heights man arrested for domestic-related murder of missing girlfriend

CAPITOL HEIGHTS, Md. — A Capitol Heights man has been arrested and charged with the murder of his girlfriend, whose remains were discovered in his home during a police search, authorities said…

Jonathan Turley Analyzes Potential Future Charges for Hunter Biden Despite Pardon

George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley has discussed potential legal vulnerabilities for Hunter Biden, despite the comprehensive pardon issued by President Joe Biden. The pardon covers any crimes Hunter might have…

Biden issues controversial pardons for Fauci, Milley, and Jan. 6 committee members in final hours

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden granted sweeping pardons on Monday to Dr. Anthony Fauci, retired Gen. Mark Milley, and members of the House committee that investigated the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, invoking…

Murphy cancels trip to Trump inauguration, cites snow emergency in New Jersey

TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy will not attend the inauguration of President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., citing a snow emergency in New Jersey that requires his immediate attention. The announcement,…

NJ Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill urges DHS to extend Illegal Migrant Protection in New Jersey Ahead of Trump

WASHINGTON, D.C. — New Jersey Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill has issued an urgent appeal to outgoing Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, requesting an extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Hondurans living in…

Trump saves TikTok hours after shutdown, extending temporary lifeline to app

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced on Sunday an executive order to prevent the shutdown of TikTok, just hours before the popular social media platform was set to go offline in the…

Boston police seek suspect in fatal Roxbury hit-and-run

BOSTON, Mass. — Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run that left a 20-year-old woman dead and another injured on Washington Street in Roxbury on Saturday night. Officers from District D-4 responded to…

Nelly to Perform at Trump Inaugural Ball

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump Vance Inaugural Committee has announced that three-time Grammy Award-winning artist Nelly will headline the Liberty Ball on Monday, January 20, following President Donald J. Trump’s swearing-in ceremony.…

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