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What to know about the US bunker-buster bomb and how it could be used against Iran

Israel's escalating conflict with Iran over its increased nuclear has brought up speculation about the possible use of one of America's powerful weapons in the conflict.
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Israel's escalating conflict with Iran over its increased nuclear as brought up speculation about the possible use of one of America's powerful weapons in the conflict. The AP’s David Rising explains.
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Supreme Court upholds a state law banning some gender-affirming care for trans kids

The 6-3 opinion was written by Chief Justice John Roberts.
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The Supreme Court is seen, June 16, 2025, in Washington.
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Trump slams Fed Chair Powell as 'stupid person' ahead of rate decision

President Donald Trump criticized Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell as he spoke with reporters outside the White House on Wednesday morning.
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President Donald Trump criticized Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell as he spoke with reporters outside the White House on Wednesday morning.
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Trump on his 'unconditional surrender' demand to Iran: 'I've had it'

He did not reveal military action he may take after advisers presented options.
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A general view of the White House after U.S. President Donald Trump cut his G7 trip short and returned as the Israel-Iran air war continues, in Washington, D.C., U.S., June 17, 2025.
June 17

Diplomatic breakthrough or military action? Trump's choice on Iran: ANALYSIS 

U.S. officials signaled Tuesday that the next 24 to 48 hours would be critical.
June 17
President Donald Trump departs after a family photo during the Group of Seven Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, June 16, 2025.
June 17

Trump met with national security team in Situation Room amid Israel-Iran strikes

On Tuesday, he told Tehran "not to touch our troops."
June 17
President Donald Trump steps off Air Force One after arriving at Joint Base Andrews on June 17, 2025 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.
June 17

How does ranked-choice voting work in New York City?

The first time ranked-choice voting was used in New York City was in 2021 for the city’s municipal primary elections.
June 17
The first time ranked-choice voting was used in New York City was in 2021 for the city’s municipal primary elections.
June 17

What to know about the US bunker-buster bomb and how it could be used against Iran

It can penetrate 200 feet deep to where Iran's centrifuges are believed stored.
June 17
Airmen look at a GBU-57, or the Massive Ordnance Penetrator bomb, at Whiteman Air Base in Missouri, May 2, 2023.
June 17

DHS Secretary Noem in hospital after reported allergic reaction: Officials

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was taken to a Washington, D.C., hospital by ambulance for an allergic reaction on Tuesday, a DHS spokesperson said.
June 17
VIDEO: DHS Secretary Noem in hospital after reported allergic reaction: Officials
June 17

How ranked-choice voting works in the New York City mayoral primary

Ranked-choice voting has formed some unusual alliances between candidates.
June 17
People vote in the New York Primary elections at the Brooklyn Museum, June 17, 2025 in the Prospect Heights neighborhood of the Brooklyn borough in New York City.
June 17

What do we know about Iran's nuclear program amid different assessments?

President Trump says Iran is "very close" to building a nuclear weapon.
June 17
President Donald Trump speaks to reporters about the G7 Summit aboard Air Force One while travelling back to Washington from Canada, June 16, 2025.
June 17

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem hospitalized for allergic reaction

She was taken to a hospital "out of an abundance of caution," spokesperson said.
June 17
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem holds a press conference, in Los Angeles, California, June 12, 2025.
June 17

Brad Lander, NYC mayoral candidate, not charged following arrest at immigration court

Federal prosecutors are still investigating the incident.
June 17
New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is placed under arrest by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and FBI agents outside federal immigration court, June 17, 2025, in New York.
June 17

Lawmakers aim to stop U.S. from joining Israel's military campaign against Iran

Lawmakers try to assert war powers as Trump mulls joining strikes on Iran.
June 17
People stand on a rooftop amidst billowing smoke following an overinght Israeli strike in Tehran, on June 17, 2025.
June 17

Amy Klobuchar says she spoke with Sen. Mike Lee about now-deleted social media post

During a press conference Tuesday, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., said she spoke with Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, about his now-deleted posts regarding the Minnesota shooting.
June 17
During a press conference Tuesday, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., said she spoke with Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, about his now-deleted posts regarding the Minnesota shooting.
June 17

Sen. Mike Lee deletes controversial Minnesota shootings posts amid backlash

"To attempt to politicize this tragedy is absolutely unacceptable," Durbin said.
June 17
Sen. Mike Lee participates in a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing at the Dirksen Senate Office Building, May 13, 2025.
June 17

Vance defends Trump amid attacks from his base over Israel-Iran conflict

His comments come amid an growing divide among Trump’s most vocal supporters
June 17
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance salute as they attend the 157th National Memorial Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery, May 26, 2025, in Arlington, Va.
June 17

New York City comptroller and mayoral candidate, arrested at immigration court

Brad Lander, the New York City comptroller and a candidate for mayor, was arrested for allegedly assaulting law enforcement and impeding a federal officer while at an immigration court
June 17
VIDEO: New York City comptroller and mayoral candidate, arrested for alleged assault at immigration court
June 17

Michigan congresswoman responds to being named on suspected gunman’s target list

Rep. Hillary Scholten joined ABC News Live to discuss the weekend shooting of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses and gave her reaction to learning she was named on the suspect’s target list.
June 17
VIDEO: Minnesota congresswoman responds to being named on suspected gunman’s target list
June 17

Trump calls for Iran's 'unconditional surrender,' calls Khamenei 'easy target'

President Donald Trump wrote a threatening post on his social media platform saying the U.S. knows where Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is hiding, calling him an "easy target."
June 17
VIDEO: Trump calls for Iran's 'unconditional surrender,' calls Khamenei 'easy target'
June 17

Padilla chokes up on Senate floor recounting being handcuffed at Noem news conference

"I pray you never have a moment like this," Padilla said.
June 17
Sen. Alex Padilla speaks on the floor of the Senate at the U.S. Capitol on June 17, 2025 in Washington.
June 17

Senators call for more funds for member safety following Minnesota shootings

Schumer said "we need more protection, more money."
June 17
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries hold a news conference on the GOP reconciliation bill, at the Capitol in Washington, June 11, 2025.
June 17

Sen. Padilla speaks on Senate floor after removal from DHS press conference

California Sen. Alex Padilla delivered a speech on the Senate floor on Tuesday, recalling the incident and calling on lawmakers to speak out against the Trump administration.
June 17
VIDEO:  Sen. Padilla speaks on Senate floor after removal from DHS press conference
June 17

Trump says calling Walz after Minnesota shootings would be 'waste of time'

"I think the governor of Minnesota is so whacked out," Trump said.
June 17
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz speaks at a press conference about the shooting of two state lawmakers, on June 14, 2025.
June 17

Senate's version of 'big, beautiful bill' sets up a potential clash with the House

The Senate Finance Committee unveils its proposed changes to the House-passed version of President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill," which could put the two chambers on collision course.
June 17
VIDEO: Senate's version of 'big, beautiful bill' sets up a potential clash with the House
June 17

Trump says calling Walz after Minnesota shootings would be 'waste of time'

President Donald Trump said overnight that calling Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz after a political assassination sent shockwaves through the state would be a "waste of time."
June 17
President Donald Trump said overnight that calling Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz after a political assassination sent shockwaves through the state would be a "waste of time."
June 16

Sen. Ted Cruz on ICE raids: President Trump ‘is prioritizing violent criminals’

ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke to GOP Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas about the ongoing ICE raids, anti-ICE demonstrations, the Israel-Iran conflict and the fatal shooting of government officials in Minnesota.
June 16
VIDEO: Sen. Ted Cruz on ICE raids: President Trump ‘is prioritizing violent criminals’
June 16

Senate's version of 'big, beautiful bill' sets up a potential clash with the House

The House has warned the Senate to stick close to its plan or risk defections.
June 16
The Capitol is seen in Washington, June 9, 2025.
June 16

Trump to leave G7 early, White House says citing situation in Middle East

Trump to leave after state dinner with other leaders, his press secretary said.
June 16
European Council President Antonio Costa, Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, French President Emmanuel Macron, Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, U.S. President Donald Trump, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pose for a family photo during the G7 Summit, in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, June 16, 2025.
June 16

Man charged with making threats against Senators Ted Cruz, Deb Fischer: DOJ

Prosecutors say the suspect targeted senators with threats of sexual violence.
June 16
Sen. Ted Cruz speaks during a news conference on the U.S. Southern Border at the Capitol, Feb. 6, 2024. Sen. Deb Fisher speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, May 1, 2024.
June 16

Top House Democrats call for more funding for security following Minnesota shootings

Threats to lawmakers have increased for the last two years, Capitol Police says.
June 16
Law enforcement establish a security perimeter near the residence of senior Democratic state assemblywoman Melissa Hortman after Hortman and her husband, Mark, were shot and killed earlier in the day, in Brooklyn Park, Minn., June 14, 2025.
June 16

'Rhetoric of dehumanization' is a 'real tragedy in our moment of time': MN lawmaker

Minnesota State Senator Scott Dibble discusses the shooting of lawmakers in his home state over the weekend, including the gunman’s targeting of elected officials.
June 16
VIDEO: 'Rhetoric of dehumanization' is a 'real tragedy in our moment of time': MN lawmaker
June 16

Some Latino Republicans struggling with Trump's mass deportation policies

Some Latino GOP members of Congress pushing back on Trump's tactics.
June 16
People wave flags and hold signs as they protest against federal immigration operations in front of Los Angeles City Hall on June 11, 2025.
June 16

Netanyahu tells ABC he's not ruling out taking out Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei

"They're deliberately targeting our population," Netanyahu told ABC News.
June 16
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with ABC News, June 16, 2025.
June 16

Trump wants ICE to ramp up mass deportations in Democrat-led cities

The comments come after protests nationwide to his admin's immigration raids.
June 16
President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (not pictured) at the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, June 16, 2025.
June 16
In this Jan. 3, 2023, file photo, Speaker of the House Melissa Hortman addresses the house floor after being re-elected for her third term during the first day of the 2023 legislative session, in St. Paul, Minn.
June 16

Democrats, Republicans say rhetoric must be turned down after lawmaker killed

Republican and Democratic leaders are speaking out.
June 16
A makeshift memorial for DFL State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark Hortman is seen at the Minnesota State Capitol building, June 16, 2025 in St. Paul, Minnesota.
June 16

Minnesota lawmaker wants ‘change in rhetoric’ in wake of shooting

Minnesota state Senate President Sen. Bobby Joe Champion says he’s focusing on “addressing and dealing with toning down political rhetoric.”
June 16
Minnesota lawmaker wants ‘change in rhetoric’ in wake of shooting
June 16

Trump announced presidential run 10 years ago today

In 2015, Donald Trump was the 12th Republican to announce his candidacy after descending a golden escalator at Trump Tower in New York.
June 16
In 2015, Donald Trump was the 12th Republican to announce his candidacy after descending a golden escalator at Trump Tower in New York.
June 15

'Nation of immigrants and a nation of laws': Obama speaks out about immigration

The former president's comments come as anti-ICE protests stretch over a week.
June 15
TOPSHOT - Former US President Barack Obama campaigns for US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on October 10, 2024. (Photo by RYAN COLLERD / AFP) (Photo by RYAN COLLERD/AFP via Getty Images)
June 15

Trump says 'it's possible' US gets involved in Israel-Iran conflict

No U.S. involvement at this point, says Trump, who's open to Putin as mediator.
June 15
President Donald Trump looks on from the stage during a parade to honor the Army's 250th anniversary, coinciding with Trump's 79th birthday, June 14, 2025, in Washington.
June 15

Israeli ambassador says Iran’s nuclear program set back, 'but not enough'

Yechiel Leiter said Israel's operation could last 'weeks.'
June 15
Israeli ambassador to the U.S. Yechiel Leiter and former CENTCOM commander Gen. Joseph Votel speak with ABC News while appearing on This Week, June 15, 2025.
June 15

Klobuchar on slain Minnesota lawmaker: 'Such a decent person'

Klobuchar: Minnesota lawmakers "didn't deserve this to happen to them."
June 15
Sen. Amy Klobuchar speaks with ABC News while appearing on This Week, June 15, 2025.
June 15

'This Week' Transcript 6-15-25:Sen. Amy Klobuchar & Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, June 15.
June 15
Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Yechiel Leiter speaks to the media at the Capital Jewish Museum, near the site where two Israeli embassy staff were shot dead, in Washington, May 22, 2025.
June 15

18-year-old announces run for mayor, plans to juggle position and college classes

Brandon Moss announced his run for mayor of Fairfield, Alabama, last week.
June 15
Brandon Moss, 18, who is fresh out of high school and preparing for college, has announced his campaign for mayor of Fairfield, Alabama, he told ABC News.
June 14

Trump addresses massive military parade in Washington

President Donald Trump delivered remarks at the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, D.C.
June 14
President Donald Trump delivered remarks at the Army's 250th Anniversary Parade in Washington, D.C.
June 14

What to know about 'No Kings Day' protests across US to counter Trump military parade

Protests are set to take place in more than 2,000 communities around the U.S.
June 14
In this April 5, 2025, file photo, people are shown at a Hands off rally in St. Paul, Minnesota.
June 14

'This would make great TV': How Donald Trump got the military parade he wanted

The Army's birthday party began as a live-action show on the National Mall.
June 14
Preparations continue on the Mall for the U.S. Army's 250th Birthday Festival and Parade in Washington, June 13, 2025.
June 13

Rep. Stutzman on Israel and Iran strikes: ‘Israel has to do what it has to do’

Rep. Marlin Stutzman (R-Ind.) speaks with ABC News’ Juju Chang about his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the U.S. role in the conflict between Israel and Iran.
June 13
VIDEO: Rep. Stutzman on Israel and Iran strikes: ‘Israel has to do what it has to do’
June 13

Padilla pushes back against Noem's claim he barged into news conference

The senator said that he identified himself before officers pushed him out.
June 13
Sen. Alex Padilla, Democrat from California, speaks to reporters after he was forcibly removed after interrupting a news conference being held by Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, in Los Angeles, June 12, 2025.

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