Trump to award Ben Carson Presidential Medal of Freedom

President Donald Trump announced Saturday that he will award Ben Carson the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Canada, UK, Australia formally recognize Palestinian statehood

The announcements of recognizing Palestinian statehood have angered Israel and the United States, who argue it emboldens extremists.

Arizona congressman's bill would remove protections for Arizona national monuments
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Arizona Congressman Paul Gosar is re-introducing two new bills that would remove environmental protections on millions of acres of federal land and open them up to mining and energy development. It would strip environmental protections from parts of the Grand Canyon National Monument and bring copper and gold mining to areas in the Ironwood Forest National Monument.

More than 100K expected to attend Kirk memorial service
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Doors will be open on Sunday to thousands of people at State Farm Stadium for Charlie Kirk's memorial service. On Friday, a man was arrested for allegedly impersonating an officer. Turning Point USA says the man was working as security, but that has raised some eyebrows as to who exactly is in charge of security. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean reports.

Arizona Senator cancels town halls over recent security threats
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Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego has postponed two town hall meetings out of "abundance of caution," due to recent security threats. A spokesperson said the decision was not made lightly and the senator continues to condemn all political violence.

H-1B $100k visa fee won’t apply to current holders, White House says

President Trump's H-1B visa proclamation caused panic and confusion for current holders, especially those traveling abroad. But The White House clarified some details Saturday.

Trump signs proclamation updating H-1B visa rules

H-1B visas are intended to bring skilled foreigners for jobs that tech companies struggle to fill with U.S. citizens.

NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, over 70 others arrested at ICE protest

“This afternoon I faced arrest alongside dozens of New Yorkers in a nonviolent civil disobedience to demand oversight of ICE’s inhumane detention practices," Williams said.

Charlie Kirk funeral receives highest security designation from federal officials amid reports of threats

The Department of Homeland Security designated the funeral as a Special Event Assessment Rating Level 1, "reserved for events of the highest national significance" and the same severity as the Super Bowl.

Jimmy Kimmel cancellation sparks fierce celebrity split in Hollywood

Hollywood stars are split over ABC’s move to suspend Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show — with some defending the comedian and others condemning his controversial remarks.

ABC's 'The View' could face investigation probe, FCC chairman suggests

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr said Thursday he believes it would be "worthwhile" to investigate whether ABC’s daytime talk show "The View" is violating broadcast rules in the wake of Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension.

House gives lawmakers $10K a month for personal security after Kirk assassination

Lawmakers will now get $10,000 a month for personal security under a House pilot program, doubled from $5,000, after concerns that threats remain high following Charlie Kirk’s assassination.

Senate expected to vote Friday on dueling stopgap bills

U.S. senators are expected to vote Friday on competing stopgap bills that both aim to temporarily fund the government past the Sept. 30 deadline, according to POLITICO.

Senate confirms 48 Trump nominees in single vote

The U.S. Senate has confirmed dozens of President Donald Trump's nominees at once, voting for the first time this session under the chamber's new "nuclear" rules.

Arizona reverses federal vaccine guidelines with new executive order

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs is challenging new federal COVID-19 vaccine guidelines from Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., issuing an executive order that makes the vaccine available to all state residents.

French president’s wife to offer evidence she is a woman in defamation case: reports

French First Lady Brigitte Macron will present photos and scientific evidence in a US court as part of a defamation lawsuit against Candace Owens, according to reports.

Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, elected CEO of Turning Point USA

Following her husband Charlie Kirk's assassination, Erika Kirk has been elected CEO and chair of the board for Phoenix-based Turning Point USA.