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Wisconsin Supreme Court race draws national attention, record out-of-state money

Zac Schultz, a reporter with PBS Wisconsin’s “Here & Now” program, has been closely covering the race and joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition with the highlights.

Trump steps up efforts to exert control over DC

President Trump is growing more aggressive in his posture towards Washington, D.C, threatening to exert more control over the local affairs of the nation's capital.

Trump gives GOP senators his support as they charge ahead on tax package and spending cuts

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican senators unveiled a budget proposal Wednesday that's central to President Donald Trump's domestic agenda of tax breaks, spending cuts and border security, but they're delaying some of the most difficult decisions, including how to pay for the multitrillion-dollar package

Musk could be headed for a Washington exit after turbulent times at Trump's DOGE

WASHINGTON (AP) — DOGE’s days appear to be numbered. Elon Musk recently suggested that he will be done with his work in the near future. President Donald Trump told reporters this week that “at some point, he’s going to be going back” to running his companies.

Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs: Here's how much countries are getting hit

President Trump on Wednesday announced he was imposing reciprocal tariffs on dozens of nations, citing what he called years of unfair trade practices.

Fox News Politics Newsletter: Not so fast-Musk will finish the job

Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content.

Guns, mental health concerns a difficult mix in proposed Nevada law

Gun rights advocates spoke Wednesday against proposed legislation meant to keep weapons away from people experiencing a mental health crisis. It's a murky area of Nevada law that even makes police uncomfortable.

Results for key races in suburban elections

Municipal elections were held in the suburbs of Chicago, with key races including the Aurora mayoral race and Evanston mayor race, as well as a new mayor being elected in Dolton.

Who is Susan Crawford? Wisconsin Supreme Court winner has fought for union and abortion rights

Wisconsin Supreme Court winner Susan Crawford has served as a Dane County Circuit Court judge since 2018. Crawford won election that year and again in 2022 to the seat. The county is home to Wisconsin’s liberal capital, Madison.

4 key takeaways as Trump’s sweeping HHS layoffs begin

Thousands of employees across the vast Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) began receiving layoff notices as early as 5 a.m. on Tuesday.

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Minnesota insurance costs could continue to rise under new Trump tariffs

Tariffs are taxes on goods imported from other countries, but these new taxes are not just impacting the prices of our T-shirts and televisions. Tariffs may even lead to higher insurance rates here at home.

Entire staff at federal agency that funds libraries and museums put on leave

The staff of the Institute of Museum and Library Services was placed on administrative leave Monday morning, following a meeting between IMLS leadership and DOGE staff.

If Trump’s math is wrong, tariffs will ‘blow up in his face’: Geraldo

Trump announced plans for sweeping tariffs Wednesday, saying “our country has been looted, pillaged, raped, plundered” by other nations.

EXCLUSIVE: 'Shady trial lawyer pipeline' funneling millions to Democrats, according to report

One of the country’s leading consumer protection firms released a report exposing a “shady lawyer pipeline" of politicians handing out lucrative public contracts to trial lawyers who contribute millions to liberal campaigns.

Rising star Dem critical of Schumer's leadership launches 2026 bid in key Senate battleground

Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow, a rising star in the Democratic Party who doesn't support Chuck Schumer, is launching a U.S. Senate run in the 2026 midterms.

Trump administration cutting some funds to Planned Parenthood

Nine Planned Parenthood affiliates received notices about the Trump administration’s plans to withhold Title X funding starting April 1, according to the release.

Musk not leaving yet, wrapping up work on schedule once 'incredible work at DOGE is complete': White House

Elon Musk will likely wrap up his work on the Department of Government Efficiency at the end of May due to his employment as a "special government employee.

New York City mayoral candidates vow to address rising antisemitism

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- The leading candidates for New York City mayor say they have plans to fight a rise in antisemitism. One in 10 New Yorkers is Jewish, making it the largest Jewish population outside of Israel. Former Gov.

GOP defectors help Senate advance resolution to cancel Trump tariffs despite White House veto warning

The Senate voted on a resolution to undo Trump’s tariffs against Canada on Wednesday, and some Republicans went on record opposing the president.

E-Verify legislation starts to move at the statehouse, passing its first committee

The state legislature is now at the halfway point in the 2025 legislative session and as the end swiftly approaches, lawmakers in Tallahassee are pushing for more immigration reform.

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Layoffs begin at U.S. health agencies responsible for research, tracking disease and regulating food

Employees across the massive U.S. Health and Human Services Department began receiving notices of dismissal Tuesday in an overhaul ultimately expected to lay off up to 10,000 people.

Musk says he sent MAGA influencer Ashley St. Clair $2.5M, open to paternity test

“I don’t know if the child is mine or not, but am not against finding out. No court order is needed,” Musk said.

No bathroom breaks: How Booker accomplished record Senate speech

Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) set a new record for the longest Senate speech in history on Monday and Tuesday by holding the upper chamber’s floor for more than 25 hours.

Senate rebukes Trump’s tariffs as some Republicans vote to halt taxes on Canadian imports

The Senate has passed a resolution that would thwart President Donald Trump’s ability to impose tariffs on Canada.

Wisconsin voters to choose top education official and consider voter ID amendment

Wisconsin is electing its top education official, who will guide policies affecting K-12 schools during President Donald Trump’s second term. Tuesday’s vote pits the teachers union-backed incumbent Jill Underly against Republican-supported critic Brittany Kinser.

White House to remove magnolia tree dating to Andrew Jackson

Trump added that White House staff will preserve the Magnolia tree’s “Historic wood,” which, Trump said, “may be used for other high and noble purposes!!!”

House Intel Democrats call for damage assessment on Signal chat

Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee on Monday requested an independent assessment into Trump administration officials' use of Signal to discuss an airstrike, asking that Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard initiate such a process and delegate it to another official.

Trump announces sweeping 'reciprocal' tariffs

President Donald Trump announced plans for sweeping tariffs Wednesday, saying “our country has been looted, pillaged, raped, plundered” by other nations.

Green card holders, travelers caught in Trump’s immigration crackdown

A lawful permanent resident who has lived in the U.S. for 50 years was detained because of a decades-old conviction amid tougher immigration enforcement at airports and border crossings.

Crime, housing and Cuomo in focus in race for NYC mayor

NEW YORK (PIX11) -- Candidates on the campaign trail for New York City mayor are zeroing in on crime and affordability, as a new accusation against former Gov. Andrew Cuomo bubbles to the surface.