Trump completed demolition of White House East Wing this week to build ballroom, breaking his pledge not to touch existing structures and exploiting exemption from historic preservation reviews.
Israeli parliament gave preliminary approval to West Bank annexation bill, prompting Vance to call it a “very stupid political stunt” and warnings from Rubio that it threatens Gaza peace efforts.
Two B-1 bombers flew over Caribbean near Venezuela on Thursday in second show of force in a week, sources say, though Trump denied the mission when asked by reporters later that day.
Man sues District and Ohio National Guard after DC Police detained and handcuffed him for playing Star Wars “Imperial March” behind Guard members during peaceful September protest.
Trump calls off planned federal deployment to SF 12 days before California’s redistricting vote, after Mayor Lurie requested a stand down and Governor Newsom called the threat voter suppression.
Trump terminates all trade negotiations with Canada after Ontario aired ads featuring Reagan’s 1987 anti-tariff remarks, accusing Canada of trying to influence pending Supreme Court cases on tariff legality.
Alderman Mike Rodriguez says ICE raid brought ‘reign of terror’ to Chicago’s Mexican community, seizing citizens amid Trump’s contested immigration blitz.
FBI backtracks less than an hour after denying children were zip-tied in Idaho raid, changing statement to “young children” after TV station sends photo of 14-year-old U.S. citizen in zip ties.
Federal shutdown order ends SNAP benefits Nov. 1 for 450,000 New Mexicans by blocking client file submission, as food banks warn they provide about 10% the aid and cannot replace program.
ADP Research cuts off Fed’s employment data covering 20% of private labor force after Fed Governor Waller referenced statistics, compounding information blackout during shutdown.
Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley speaks for 22 hours and 39 minutes on Senate floor protesting Trump’s National Guard deployment to Portland and indictments of political opponents, calling it “biggest threat to republic since Civil War.”
Trump demolishes entire White House East Wing built in 1902 for $300 million ballroom funded by private donors after promising project wouldn’t interfere with building
Trump deploys more than 100 federal agents including ICE to San Francisco despite city’s low violent crime ranking, escalating weeks of threats to invoke Insurrection Act.
Pentagon replaces journalists from AP, New York Times, and Washington Post with pro-Trump outlets like Mike Lindell’s streaming channel after new policy requiring Pentagon-approved information.
Justice Department reaches deal with University of Virginia to close civil rights probes once school prohibits DEI programs, four months after forcing President Ryan to resign.
California Gov. Newsom deploys National Guard to food banks and fast-tracks $80 million after federal government told state not to submit food benefit payment data, threatening 5.5 million CalFresh recipients three weeks into shutdown.
USDA uses Commodity Credit Corporation’s permanent borrowing authority to reopen 2,100 offices and pay workers during shutdown, selectively operating to help farmers three weeks after Argentina trade deals angered Trump’s base.
US military kills 5 in first Pacific strikes on alleged drug-trafficking boats, expanding campaign to at least 37 deaths total while using dubious legal theory to justify extrajudicial killings.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who US intelligence says ordered Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi’s 2018 murder, visits DC as Trump’s guest next month to sign defense pact bypassing Congress.
Trump sanctions Russia’s two largest oil companies after planned Budapest meeting with Putin falls through, pushing oil prices up 3%.
Thirteen vulnerable House Republicans urge Johnson to extend expiring enhanced ObamaCare subsidies after shutdown, warning constituents face premium spike.
House Judiciary Chair Jordan sends criminal referral to Justice Department accusing former CIA Director Brennan of lying to Congress about 2016 election investigation.
Social Security Administration denies telework and time off requests to unpaid workers during shutdown despite OPM guidance, labeling them AWOL and threatening discipline.
FDA stops accepting new drug submissions during shutdown while continuing work on existing applications.
NASA acting chief opens moon lander contract to SpaceX competitors after delays, prompting Musk to attack him as “Sean Dummy” and question his IQ.
Person arrested after driving into White House security gate, with vehicle assessed by Secret Service and deemed safe.
Trump fires Export-Import Bank inspector general without notifying Congress or providing rationale as required by law.
North Carolina House advances GOP redistricting plan flipping swing district to Republicans at Trump’s urging as former Black rep who held seat denounces “power grab.”
Trump’s nominee to lead whistleblower office withdraws after racist texts surface showing him describing himself with “Nazi streak” and losing Republican support.
Trump posts AI video showing him in fighter jet dumping brown material on protesters to “Danger Zone” after No Kings protests, which Kenny Loggins demands removed.
Man pardoned by Trump for Jan. 6 Capitol breach arrested for threatening to kill Hakeem Jeffries after anonymous FBI tip.
Rep. McIver fights to dismiss assault charges from Newark mayor’s arrest, citing selective prosecution after DOJ dropped 160 Jan. 6 cases with same charge.
Wyoming Capitol evacuated after pedestrian finds suspected IED on state seal and brings it inside building.
Arizona Attorney General sues House after Speaker Johnson refuses to swear in Grijalva until Democrats end shutdown, leaving district without representation for four weeks.
Alabama library board considers rule banning books depicting transgender procedures or gender ideology from children’s sections statewide.
Trump nominates Hegseth’s senior military assistant to replace Army vice chief Mingus, who has held position for less than two years.
Hegseth orders all Pentagon personnel to seek approval from legislative affairs office before communicating with Congress, marking departure from current practice.
Former Amazon driver sues EEOC for dropping her sex discrimination case over inadequate bathroom breaks after Trump executive order ended disparate impact investigations.
San Francisco City Attorney joins Supreme Court effort blocking Trump’s National Guard deployment in Chicago as state officials prepare immediate lawsuit if troops arrive.
Senate Republicans refuse Democratic demands for health care funding at White House Rose Garden meeting with Trump during fourth week of shutdown.
Trump demolishes White House East Wing for $250 million ballroom during three-week shutdown as capacity expands from 650 to 999 people.
Federal agents shoot TikToker who documents ICE during South LA immigration stop, with deputy marshal injured by ricochet, after suspect allegedly rammed vehicles.
Trump cancels Budapest summit with Putin after Russia refuses to freeze war along current front line, five days after announcing the meeting.
Trump says he will decide whether taxpayers pay him $230 million over Justice Department investigations into his conduct.
ICE raids street vendors in NYC’s Chinatown for counterfeit goods, demanding passports as crowds intervene and officer points taser at bystanders, while city denies involvement.
Ecuador releases survivor of U.S. Caribbean strike, saying no evidence of crime, after Trump said survivors would be detained and prosecuted for drug trafficking.
Trump nominee for Office of Special Counsel said MLK Jr. holiday belongs in “hell,” admitted to “Nazi streak,” and made racist remarks about multiple groups in texts with Republican operatives.
Colombia recalls ambassador after Trump calls President Petro an “illegal drug leader” and threatens tariffs and aid cuts following U.S. strikes that killed Colombian fishermen.
Interior Department reveals plan to lay off more than 2,000 employees in court filing, with cuts blocked by restraining order but prepared for months before shutdown.
Federal judge orders Defense Department to restock banned books at 5 military base K-12 schools where students sued, ruling removals violated First Amendment rights.
