Americans blame Trump and GOP more than Democrats for shutdown, poll finds  —  Independents hold Trump and Republicans responsible for the shutdown by a 2-to-1 margin, according to a poll conducted by The Washington Post, ABC News and Ipsos.  —  Just now  —  More Americans blame President …

Heritage president backs Tucker Carlson after interview with Holocaust-denier Nick Fuentes … And of course, antisemitism should be condemned."  —  The Heritage Foundation leader's public support of Carlson comes as the former Fox News host faces backlash from conservatives …

All It Took for Trump to Dismantle the Justice Dept.  —  The Department of Justice under Donald Trump is still standing.  But inside, he and his lieutenants have taken a wrecking ball to this core pillar of our nation's governing system.  —  Mr. Trump isn't solely responsible for this.

Justice Department investigating fraud allegations in Black Lives Matter movement, AP sources say  —  Add AP News on Google Add AP News as your preferred source to see more of our stories on Google.  Share  —  The Justice Department is investigating whether leaders in the Black Lives Matter …

Judge says prosecutors who were placed on leave ‘did a truly excellent job’ … Near the outset of the hourlong sentencing hearing for Taranto, U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols offered an unusual tribute to the recently suspended prosecutors, who were joined by several colleagues offering support.

Noem rejects Illinois Gov. Pritzker's request to pause immigration actions over Halloween weekend  —  Noem made the comments amid a firestorm of controversy in the Chicago area, as immigration enforcement operations have devolved into chaotic confrontations with residents and activists.

Prince Andrew to Be Stripped of His Royal Title  —  The extraordinary move caps his fall from grace over his ties to the convicted sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein.  —  Andrew, the younger brother of King Charles III, will be stripped of his title as prince, an extraordinary punishment …

Here's How Much Obamacare Prices Are Rising Across the Country  —  Prices for next year's Obamacare health insurance plans became public this week, with big increases in premiums across the country.  We now have data that shows how much more people will pay.  —  Most people who buy their own coverage don't pay full price.

Trump administration limits refugee admissions to lowest on record  —  The admissions cap will be 7,500, less than the previous low of 15,000 during Trump's first term in office.  —  The Trump administration dramatically slashed the refugee admissions cap for the new fiscal year starting …

CBS News fired 8 on-air personalities in latest layoffs under new leader Bari Weiss.  All of them are women  —  EXCLUSIVE: Multiple sources told The Independent that senior foreign correspondent Debora Patta was added to the layoff list following a last-minute change by editor-in-chief Bari Weiss.

ICE Wants to Build a Shadow Deportation Network in Texas  —  A new ICE proposal outlines a 24/7 transport operation run by armed contractors—turning Texas into the logistical backbone of an industrialized deportation machine.  —  US Immigration and Customs Enforcement is exploring plans …

Stephen Miller's wife threatens to get US citizen deported as TV debate gets heated  —  MAGA influencer Katie Miller, the wife of White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, suggested that President Donald Trump's government could deport progressive pundit Cenk Uygur after she became frustrated with him during a television debate.

Britt and Schumer have rare bipartisan chat as senators feel out shutdown endgame  —  A key GOP appropriator spoke with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer Tuesday and again Thursday in rare bipartisan conversations involving the top Democrat as rank-and-file senators hunt for ways to end the 30-day government shutdown.

Gayle King Expected to Depart as ‘CBS Mornings’ Anchor Amid CBS News Overhaul (EXCLUSIVE)  —  Mainstay of network's morning show may shift to different role as contract expiration approaches in May … King may shift to a different role at the news division that is being thoroughly overhauled under the new Paramount Skydance regime.

Senators criticize Trump administration after Democrats were left out of a drug boat strike briefing  —  Several Republican senators also told NBC News that Democrats should have been in the meeting.  —  WASHINGTON — Lawmakers from both parties criticized the Trump administration after Democrats …

Spanberger leads Earle-Sears by double digits; Jones now trails Miyares  —  Lt. governor race is close in latest polling  —  Democrat Abigail Spanberger holds a 10-point lead over Republican Winsome Earle-Sears (51%-41%) in the November election for governor of Virginia, according to the Roanoke College Poll.

Trump administration readies up to $12 billion for initial farm aid payment  —  The Trump administration plans to roll out an initial payment of up to $12 billion for farmers hurt by the president's tariff policies once the government shutdown ends, according to three people familiar with the matter.

Air Controller Shortage Causes Delays in Orlando and at Other Major Airports  —  The F.A.A. warned that a lack of certified air traffic controllers in Orlando could cause delays throughout the East Coast.  —  Air traffic controller absences delayed or temporarily halted operations at airports on Thursday …

The $550 Billion Shadow Budget: Trump's Japan Deal and the Disappearing Appropriations Clause  —  In September 2025, Japan agreed to provide $550 billion for U.S. investments that President Trump will personally direct in exchange for a partial rollback of the steep tariffs he had imposed on Japanese goods.

Delta and United call on Congress to immediately end government shutdown, pay air traffic controllers … Delta Air Lines and United Airlines called on Congress Thursday to reopen the U.S. government and pay air traffic controllers, with Delta urging senators to “immediately pass a clean continuing resolution.”

DOGE staffer set to replace admiral leading Navy's research office  —  The senior head of a Navy office that helps organize critical research and funding for the service has been replaced by a 33-year-old former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) employee who previously pressed …