Supreme Court rejects call to overturn decision legalizing same-sex marriage in US

The Supreme Court turned away an appeal from a former Kentucky court clerk who refused to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples after the high court's ruling in 2015.

Government shutdown nears end after Senate advances procedural vote

The Senate took an initial step Sunday night toward ending the 40-day government shutdown, advancing a procedural vote backed by a small group of moderate Democrats who agreed to move forward.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott launches 2026 re-election campaign

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced his re-election bid for a fourth term in 2026, aiming to become the state's longest-serving governor while emphasizing continued economic growth and conservative policies.

Trump administration tells states to ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts

President Donald Trump's administration is demanding that states reverse full SNAP benefits issued under recent court orders.

How the government shutdown will affect international flights

Federal government shutdown has snarled travel across the U.S. Here's what to expect if you have an international flight coming up.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene: Senate Republicans should use nuclear option to pass continuing resolution

Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Green says she has urged Senate Democrats to pass the House’s Continuing Resolution and supports Senate Republicans using the nuclear option to kill the filibuster.