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A Federal Appeals Court Just Ruled a Sitting Congresswoman Isn't Immune From Her Own Assault Charges
Rep. LaMonica McIver argued her confrontation with federal agents at a Newark ICE facility was protected congressional oversight. A divided appeals court panel just ruled two of her three charges can go to trial anyway.
Trump and the Fixer Who Helped Convict Him Just 'Buried the Hatchet' on the Radio, and Cohen Wants a Pardon
Michael Cohen went to prison after testifying against Trump in the hush money trial. Years later, the two reunited for a strikingly friendly radio interview, and Cohen has quietly resubmitted a request for a presidential pardon.
State Department Pauses Immigrant Visa Appointments Worldwide for Staff Training
U.S. embassies and consulates have paused immigrant visa interviews globally while consular officers are trained on expanded screening for applicants who could become dependent on public benefits.
Lindsey Graham's Sister Wins GOP Runoff for His Former South Carolina Senate Seat
Darline Graham Nordone, appointed to fill her late brother's seat in July, defeated Rep. Ralph Norman in Tuesday's Republican primary runoff, backed by a Trump endorsement and nearly $1 million from his super PAC.