WashingTone

Former Amazon Employees Sue Company Over Alleged Pregnancy Discrimination

Four former corporate employees filed a federal civil rights lawsuit accusing Amazon of discriminatory practices against pregnant workers, adding to scrutiny of the company’s labor policies.

Will Jawando Suspends Montgomery County Executive Campaign After Heart Attack

Democratic candidate Will Jawando paused campaign activity after being hospitalized following a heart attack, creating uncertainty in the Montgomery County executive race.

Justice Department Declines Charges Over False Allegations Involving Pete Buttigieg’s Children

Federal prosecutors decided not to charge a woman who fabricated threats involving the children of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, prompting criticism from administration officials.

Trump Administration Blocks California Ban on Disposable Camping Propane Canisters

The federal government prevented California from enforcing a law banning single-use propane canisters, arguing that the measure interfered with interstate commerce and consumer affordability.

Congress Debates Nationwide Restrictions on Intoxicating Hemp and Delta Products

Lawmakers are weighing legislation to close loopholes allowing the sale of intoxicating hemp derivatives, drawing competing pressure from agricultural, beverage and marijuana industry groups.

Congress Struggles to Reach Deal on National College Athlete Compensation Rules

A bipartisan working group remains divided over legislation governing name, image and likeness payments, leaving colleges and the NCAA facing different rules across individual states.

New Hampshire’s Stefany Shaheen Wins Democratic Nomination for First Congressional District

Stefany Shaheen secured the Democratic nomination for New Hampshire’s First District, setting up a competitive general election contest for the closely watched seat.

Democratic Governors Protest Outside Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and other Democratic leaders organized demonstrations focused on abortion access and democratic norms as Republicans gathered in Texas.

John Fetterman Addresses Republican Convention in Surprise Video Appearance

Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman appeared by video at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas and pledged to work across party lines with President Donald Trump.

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill Faces Pressure Over Lieutenant Governor Corruption Probe

An expanding federal investigation involving New Jersey’s lieutenant governor has prompted calls for resignations and created political pressure for Democratic Governor Mikie Sherrill.

Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee Loses Democratic Primary to Helena Foulkes

Incumbent Governor Dan McKee was defeated by former corporate executive Helena Foulkes, making him the first sitting U.S. governor in eight years to lose a primary election.

Air Traffic Controllers’ Union Condemns FAA Leadership Over Staffing and Overtime

The union representing U.S. air traffic controllers publicly criticized agency management, warning that understaffing and forced overtime are placing growing pressure on the national aviation system.

Jim Jordan Prepares to Step Down From House Judiciary and Oversight Chairmanships

Representative Jim Jordan is preparing to relinquish leadership of the two powerful House committees, setting up a succession contest within the Republican conference.

House Republicans Explore Measures to Eliminate Federal Funding for Planned Parenthood

Speaker Mike Johnson said Republican leaders are considering provisions to remove federal funding from Planned Parenthood as Congress approaches another round of government spending negotiations.

Trump Administration Proposes Childcare Subsidies for Married Couples With Stay-at-Home Parent

The Department of Health and Human Services is drafting rules that would direct federal childcare assistance toward married households where one parent does not work outside the home, drawing opposition from labor advocates.

Federal Ethics Officials Scrutinize Trump’s Cash Gifts to White House Aides

Financial disclosures show President Donald Trump gave more than $150,000 in cash gifts to administration staff, including $45,000 to aide Natalie Harp, raising questions about federal gift rules.

Armed Assailant Attacks Ohio Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton at Campaign Event

Democratic nominee Amy Acton was targeted by an armed attacker during an event in northeastern Ohio, leaving several bystanders injured and prompting renewed scrutiny of candidate security.

FBI and Justice Department Shut Down Alleged Chinese Cyber Espionage and Scam Network

Federal authorities said they dismantled a cyber and financial-crime operation run by Chinese nationals in the United States following a multi-agency investigation.

U.S. Agencies Accuse Chinese Firms of Large-Scale Theft of American AI Technology

Three federal agencies issued reports alleging that Chinese companies have exploited or taken U.S. frontier artificial intelligence models, while Beijing rejected the accusations and American developers separately warned about risks from...

Supreme Court Asked to Resolve Missouri Congressional Map Dispute Before Midterms

Republican and Democratic legal teams are seeking Supreme Court intervention in a redistricting fight they say could disrupt election administration if lower-court injunctions remain unresolved.

Trump Promises $5,000 Dividend if Republicans Retain Control of Congress

President Donald Trump pledged a $5,000 payment to every U.S. citizen if Republicans keep the House and Senate in November, immediately raising questions about how such a program would be authorized and financed.

White House Proposes Excluding Undocumented Immigrants From Census Reapportionment

The Trump administration proposed changes that would remove undocumented residents from the population count used to allocate congressional seats and federal funding, setting up a major constitutional dispute.

Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court to Reinstate Mail-Ballot Restrictions

Justice Department lawyers filed an emergency appeal seeking to restore new limits on mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections, placing another major election dispute before the Supreme Court.

U.S. Expands Trade Measures Against Canada With New Import and Contracting Restrictions

The Trump administration moved to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, dairy products and alcohol while blocking $50 billion in federal contracting with Canadian companies, escalating tensions between the two countries.

Trump Says Putin Is Ready to Negotiate an End to the Ukraine War

President Donald Trump said a conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin had produced progress and that Moscow was prepared to pursue a negotiated settlement to the conflict.

U.S. Strikes Five More Iranian Oil Tankers as Crude Prices Rise Above $100

The Trump administration authorized attacks on five additional Iranian tankers after strikes on U.S. positions, pushing global crude above $100 a barrel and adding to inflation and energy-cost concerns.

Democratic Senator John Fetterman Plans Video Address Praising Trump at Republican Convention

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman is reportedly preparing a video message for the Republican midterm convention thanking President Donald Trump for protectionist policies supporting the U.S. steel industry.

Labor Department Watchdog Details Misconduct by Former Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer

An inspector general investigation found that former Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer misused public travel funds, mistreated staff and maintained an inappropriate relationship with a member of her security detail.

Federal Court Allows Pentagon Dismissals of Stars and Stripes Journalists to Proceed

U.S. District Judge Trevor McFadden declined to block the dismissal of three Stars and Stripes journalists, ruling that the Defense Department had not violated First Amendment protections in the dispute.

Trump Administration Removes Federal Protections for Gray and Mexican Wolves

President Donald Trump used executive authority to delist gray and Mexican wolves from Endangered Species Act protections, overriding objections from environmental groups while responding to concerns from cattle ranchers.

Investors Reject U.S. Treasury Proposal to Buy Back $6 Billion of Government Debt

Bond-market participants largely rebuffed a Treasury Department plan to repurchase $6 billion in outstanding sovereign debt, complicating efforts to manage liquidity in the government bond market.

Marco Rubio Begins Latin America Tour Focused on Drug Trafficking and Energy Cooperation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio started a multi-country diplomatic trip in Colombia aimed at strengthening regional cooperation against narcotics networks and expanding U.S. energy partnerships.

Pentagon Orders Polygraph Tests for 50 Joint Staff Members in Munitions Leak Investigation

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered polygraph examinations for 50 Joint Staff personnel as the Pentagon investigates leaks to the media concerning diminishing U.S. munitions stockpiles.

Missouri Supreme Court Strikes Down Republican Congressional Map Ahead of Midterms

Missouri’s highest court invalidated a Republican-drawn congressional map that divided a Democratic-held district, complicating the party’s redistricting strategy ahead of the U.S. House elections.

U.S. Economy Adds 162,000 Jobs in August Despite High Rates and Iran Conflict

The Labor Department reported stronger-than-expected hiring in August, with U.S. employers adding 162,000 jobs despite high borrowing costs and broader economic pressures linked to the military conflict in Iran.

Trump Administration Revives Effort to Exclude Undocumented Immigrants From Census Apportionment

White House officials are renewing an effort to omit undocumented immigrants from census calculations used for congressional representation and federal funding, reviving a major constitutional dispute.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Order Targeting Mail-In Voting Ahead of Midterm Elections

U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani issued a preliminary injunction against a White House directive to create a nationwide list of verified voters, ruling that the measure would likely cause widespread disenfranchisement.

Congress Advances Competing Stopgap Bills to Reduce Risk of U.S. Government Shutdown

The House and Senate approved different continuing resolutions that would maintain federal spending through early December, leaving lawmakers to reconcile the measures before a shutdown deadline ahead of the November elections.

Canada Imposes Tariffs on $20 Billion of U.S. Goods in Retaliation for White House Trade Measures

Canada announced targeted tariffs covering $20 billion of American exports in response to U.S. trade actions, raising the risk of further disruption to closely integrated North American supply chains.

Trump Threatens Broad Trade Restrictions Unless Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates

President Donald Trump threatened to sever trade relations with dozens of countries unless the Federal Reserve lowers borrowing costs, escalating White House pressure on newly appointed Fed Chair Kevin Warsh.

Trump Downplays Six-Month U.S. Conflict With Iran Despite $37 Billion Cost and 18 Military Deaths

President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance described the six-month U.S. military engagement in Iran as a minor dispute despite $37 billion in taxpayer costs and the deaths of 18 American service members.

Senate Judiciary Committee Sets Hearings on Judges and Justice Department Oversight

The Senate Judiciary Committee is preparing hearings on federal judicial nominees and Justice Department investigative practices, setting up partisan disputes over appointments and federal law enforcement oversight.

White House Advisers Defend Tariffs Despite Concerns Over Consumer Prices

Senior economic advisers to President Donald Trump are defending the administration’s tariff strategy as necessary for strengthening domestic industry despite private-sector concerns about higher consumer prices.

US Diplomats Seek to Ease Tensions With Allies Over Tariffs

The State Department is holding consultations with European and North American partners as US tariff policies and retaliatory measures create growing diplomatic friction with traditional allies.