EPA’s research and development office eliminated; thousands laid off

The Environmental Protection Agency said Friday it is eliminating its research and development arm and reducing agency staff by thousands of employees.

Arizona Democratic Party ousts chairperson after short but tumultuous tenure

Robert Branscomb, who was selected as chairperson of the Arizona Democratic Party in January, has been removed from the post after only serving approximately six months.

Most Americans believe new tax law will help wealthy more than middle class, poll finds

While Americans admit they have read some details of the Republican spending legislation, more than half think the bill only benefits wealthy people, a recent poll shows.

Arizona Democrats oust their state party chairman
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There is a major shakeup within the Arizona Democratic Party, as party chair Robert Branscomb was ousted, only six months after he was elected to the post.

House gives final approval to Trump’s $9 billion cut to public broadcasting, foreign aid

Republican majorities in both houses of Congress have now approved President Donald Trump’s clawback of about $9 billion for public broadcasting and foreign aid that lawmakers had appropriated. Here's what we know.

Trump orders release of Epstein grand jury testimony amid backlash from supporters

Facing pressure from allies and critics, President Trump has ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Alcatraz: A potential return to detention?
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The Trump administration is exploring the possibility of reopening Alcatraz, the infamous island prison in the San Francisco Bay, as a functioning detention center. FOX's David Spunt has more.

What is chronic venous insufficiency? President Trump diagnosed with common condition

President Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a circulatory condition that affects blood flow in the legs and is common in older adults.

DOJ pursues one-day sentence for ex-officer in raid that killed Breonna Taylor

Brett Hankison fired multiple gunshots into Breonna Taylor's apartment, which didn’t hit Taylor or her neighbors, during a 2020 police raid in Louisville, Kentucky.

Arizona, other states to sue Trump Administration over termination of FEMA infrastructure program funding

The lawsuit, according to a statement from the Arizona Attorney General's Office, is over a decision to shut down FEMA's Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program. Arizona was originally set to receive $9.8 million from the program for 25 projects within the state.

AZ AG Kris Mayes joins FEMA funding lawsuit
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Arizona's Attorney General has joined another multi-state lawsuit against the Trump administration.

'Good Trouble Lives On' protests in Phoenix
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Protesters gathered at various locations in the Phoenix area during the morning of July 17, and it's all part of a series of nationwide protests honoring Congressman John Lewis, who died five years ago.

U.S. considering carry-on liquid limit change
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Air travelers may soon be allowed to bring larger liquid items in their carry-on bags, with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem saying the TSA has to implement a new, multi-layered screening process that allows the agency to change the way it handles security while keeping people safe.

California officials slam Trump's proposal to reopen Alcatraz

Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi said the effort to reopen the dilapidated former prison is a "diversionary tactic."

Less than a third of Americans have confidence in US institutions, poll finds

For the fourth consecutive year, fewer than 30% of Americans have confidence in U.S. institutions like the Supreme Court, the presidency and Congress, according to a new Gallup poll. 

U.S. Senate passes Trump budget cut plan
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It took most of the night to make it happen, but lawmakers at the U.S. Senate have approved $9 billion in spending cuts that will impact foreign aid programs, as well as support for public broadcasting.

Arizonans speak out following announcement of 17% Mexican tomatoes duty

As news spread that the U.S. Government will levy a 17% import duty on most fresh Mexican tomatoes, Arizona leaders say the new tariff will negatively impact the Grand Canyon State.