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ICE Arrests 38 Illegal Aliens From Texas, New Mexico Construction Sites
Three teenagers unlawfully employed at the sites were rescued.
Trump Says Iran Developing Missiles That Could Hit US
The president made the statement during Tuesday night’s State of the Union speech to Congress.
US Warns Ukraine Not to Hit American Interests in Strikes on Russia Energy Infrastructure
The Ukrainian ambassador to Washington said the U.S. State Department had sent her a communication following a strike on the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.
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CIA Wants Potential Iranian Informants to Reach Out
Washington and Tehran remain very far apart on certain issues amid ongoing nuclear talks.
Justice Department Sues UCLA Over Alleged Anti-Semitic Work Environment
Prosecutors allege no one was disciplined after the university received hundreds of complaints about anti-Semitism.
Pennsylvania Man Arrested in California Motel With Girl He Allegedly Groomed Online
The girl, 13, was rescued at a motel north of Los Angeles after her mother alerted authorities. The suspect is allegedly linked to a violent extremist ideology.
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Supreme Court to Hear Case on Compensation Local Government Owes From Foreclosure
A federal appeals court rejected the petitioner’s argument that the seizing of equity in the home violated the Eighth Amendment.
Pentagon Officials Tell Senators Trump’s Critical Mineral Plan Will Work in Due Course
The administration’s $15 billion for 15 projects draws bipartisan praise, but investing in private companies draws questions from ‘both sides of the dais.’
8 Takeaways From Trump’s State of the Union Address
The president unveiled new policies including a retirement program proposal, lower energy costs tied to data centers, and a task force to combat fraud.
Trump Hails ‘Turnaround for the Ages’ in State of the Union
The president delivered a record-long address, highlighting policy achievements and presenting his first year in office as a golden age.
Trump Touts ‘Turnaround for the Ages’ in State of the Union Address
In a record-long speech, Trump highlighted economic policies aimed at affordability, saying the country is ‘bigger, richer, and stronger than ever before.’
Trump Admin Ramps Up Efforts to Uncover Foreign Money Given to US Universities
Universities and colleges received more than $5.2 billion in foreign gifts and contracts last year.
Travel Group Calls on DHS to Resume Global Entry Program
The airport security pre-approval system for incoming travelers was suspended in the midst of a shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.
School District Sues Microsoft, Roblox Over Harm Caused by Video Games
The companies incorporate psychological techniques into their game designs to make them addictive to youth, the lawsuit alleges.
Maryland Sues to Stop DHS From Converting Empty Warehouse Into ICE Facility
The plan involves converting a vacant 54-acre commercial warehouse into a facility that can hold up to 1,500 individuals.
Early Tax Refunds Are Showing a 14 Percent Increase, IRS Says
The average amount increased from $2,169 last year to $2,476 as of Feb. 13, 2026, the agency says, with more returns expected to increase the final figure.
What to Know About Trump’s 1st State of the Union Address of His 2nd Term
The president has invited the U.S. Men’s and Women’s Olympic Hockey teams to attend the event.
What the FBI Is Investigating in Criminal Probe of 2020 Election
The agency is probing issues that plagued Fulton County’s election, including unsigned tabulator tapes, identical ballot images, and deleted digital records.
Beijing Uses Fake Western News Sites to Attack Falun Gong, Report Finds
The fake news sites were created between 2020 and 2025 by various Chinese PR and marketing companies, according to a report by Graphika.
DHS Suspends Global Entry Program as Government Shutdown Continues
The same day, the Transportation Security Administration announced that the PreCheck program would remain operational.
