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RFK Jr. changes COVID-19 vaccine recommendations

Kennedy, one of the nation's most publicly recognized vaccine skeptics, made the announcement in a video post on his X account.
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Kennedy, one of the nation's most publicly recognized vaccine skeptics, made the announcement in a video post on his X account.
May 27

Trump to pardon reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley

The reality TV series stars were convicted of tax evasion and bank fraud.
May 27
In this Nov. 20, 2019, file photo, Julie Chrisley and Todd Chrisley attend an event in Nashville, Tenn.
May 27

Here's the country the State Department says detains the most US citizens

Americans are warned to avoid traveling to Venezuela "at all costs."
May 27
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro speaks to supporters as he celebrates the results of the parliamentary and regional elections at the Bolivar square in Caracas, on May 25, 2025.
May 27

Trump asks Supreme Court to let him deport migrants to South Sudan

The emergency petition involves migrants headed to South Sudan.
May 27
A general view of the U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, June 1, 2024.
May 27

RFK Jr. cuts COVID-19 vaccine recommendation for healthy kids, pregnant women

The move could alter guidance for doctors as well as some insurance coverage.
May 27
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., standing next to Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Marty Makary and National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya, seen in a post on X where he announced the removal of the COVID-19 vaccine from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's immunization schedule for healthy children and pregnant women.
May 27

'Destroyed their civilizations': Noem slams 'weak' European leaders at CPAC

The conservative candidate visited President Donald Trump earlier this year.
May 27
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem delivers a speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference, CPAC, on May 27, 2025 in Jasionka, Poland.
May 27

Here are the events DHS, FBI are warning could be targets for violence this summer

It comes after two staff members of the Israeli Embassy were killed in D.C.
May 27
In this Oct. 9, 2024, file photo, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) seal is shown outside the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in Washington, D.C.
May 27

RFK Jr. cuts COVID-19 vaccine recommendation for healthy kids, pregnant women

ABC News' Dr. Darien Sutton discusses the move which could alter guidance for doctors as well as some insurance coverage.
May 27
ABC News' Dr. Darien Sutton discusses the move which could alter guidance for doctors as well as some insurance coverage.
May 27

Trump to push for end to all federal agencies' Harvard contracts

The school has sued the administration over executive orders.
May 27
Students walk on the campus of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, May 23, 2025.
May 27

President Trump to call on federal agencies to cancel Harvard contracts: Source

The White House will send a letter to federal agencies asking them to identify any contracts with Harvard and cancel them, according to a senior administration official.
May 27
The White House will send a letter to federal agencies asking them to identify any contracts with Harvard and cancel them, according to a senior administration official.
May 26

Former Rep. Charles Rangel dies at 94

Former New York Rep. Charles Rangel, a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus who spent more than four decades in the House, has died at 94.
May 26
Former New York Rep. Charles Rangel, a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus who spent more than four decades in the House, has died at 94.
May 26

Trump pardons Virginia sheriff convicted of federal bribery charges

Scott Jenkins, who was sheriff in Culpeper, was to report to jail on Tuesday.
May 26
Culpeper County, Virginia, Sheriff Scott Jenkins speaks during a gun rights rally organized by The Virginia Citizens Defense League on Capitol Square near the state capital building, Jan. 20, 2020, in Richmond, Va.
May 26

Former Rep. Charles Rangel, who spent 4 decades in Congress, dies at 94

The trailblazer was a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus.
May 26
Rep. Charles Rangel sits in the audience during the presentation ceremony of the Congressional Gold Medal at the Emancipation Hall of the Capitol Visitor's Center, June 27, 2012, on Capitol Hill.
May 26

FBI reopens investigation into cocaine at White House, leaked Dobbs opinion

Dan Bongino announced it will reopen cases that have "garnered public interest."
May 26
The Federal Bureau of Investigation headquarters in Washington, May 16, 2025.
May 26

Trump takes veiled swipe at Biden in Arlington Memorial Day remarks

The president laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns in the annual ceremony.
May 26
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.
May 26

JD Vance honors ‘the very best of us’ at Arlington National Cemetery

Speaking of the fallen, the vice president said, “They stood, not apart from us, but among us. Ordinary men and women who chose to shoulder an impossible burden.”
May 26
Speaking of the fallen, the vice president said, “They stood, not apart from us, but among us. Ordinary men and women who chose to shoulder an impossible burden.”
May 26

Trump doubles down on demand for names, countries of Harvard's international students

He also threatened to take away more federal funds from the school.
May 26
President Donald Trump walks towards Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House, May 23, 2025 in Washington.
May 26

Trump extends deadline for 50% tariffs on EU to July 9

President Donald Trump's decision came after a phone call with Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission.
May 26
President Donald Trump's decision came after a phone call with Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission.
May 25

German-American dual citizen charged with planning attack on US Embassy in Tel Aviv

The man was carrying Molotov cocktails in his bag, authorities said.
May 25
Israeli security forces stand in front of the US Embassy Branch Office in Tel Aviv, March 8, 2024.
May 25

GOP senator: Resistance to Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' could stop it in the Senate

Some Republican senators says the package doesn’t do enough to cut debt.
May 25
President Donald Trump, alongside Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson speaks to the media after his meeting with House Republicans about his so-called 'big beautiful bill' in Washington, May 20, 2025.
May 24

Trump threatens tech companies with tariffs if they don’t manufacture in US

ABC News’ Alex Presha and Yahoo Finance tech editor Dan Howley discuss President Donald Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on tech companies that do not move manufacturing to the United States.
May 24
Trump threatens tech companies with tariffs if they don’t manufacture in US
May 24

Trump praises West Point graduates, touts 'golden age' of US military

Trump boasted the military's accomplishments during his speech.
May 24
President Donald Trump addresses graduates of the United States Military Academy at West Point in Michie Stadium, on May 24, 2025, in West Point, NY.
May 23

New Jersey governor race heats up ahead of primary

New Jersey is set to hold gubernatorial elections this year, with hotly-contested primaries set for next month.
May 23
New Jersey is set to hold gubernatorial elections this year, with hotly-contested primaries set for next month.
May 23

New Jersey governor race heats up ahead of primary -- with Trump's impact on the line

Experts say the election could be a bellwether ahead of 2026's midterms.
May 23
From left, New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer; Newark Mayor Ras Baraka; Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop; moderator NJ Spotlight News anchor Briana Vannozzi; moderator WNYC Morning Edition host Michael Hill; New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill; and former state Senate President Steve Sweeney attend the New Jersey Democratic gubernatorial primary debate, May 12, 2025, in Newark, N.J.
May 23

Trump threatens to tariff Apple and Samsung, dodges questions about legality

President Donald Trump was asked about his threat to slap tariffs on Apple if it doesn't build iPhones in the U.S. and the president said it could go beyond Apple.
May 23
President Donald Trump was asked about his threat to slap tariffs on Apple if it doesn't build iPhones in the U.S. and the president said it could go beyond Apple.
May 23

'Difficult to understand what the Trump meme coin is': Economist

Aaron Klein, a senior fellow in economic studies at the Brookings Institution, discussed the fallout following President Donald Trump's crypto gala Thursday.
May 23
VIDEO: 'Difficult to understand what the Trump meme coin is': Economist
May 23

'It's an attack,' says Harvard Hillel Director on possible international student ban

Harvard Hillel Executive Director Rabbi Jason Rubenstein reacts to the Trump administration’s move to bar Harvard from enrolling international students.
May 23
VIDEO: 'It's an attack,' says Harvard Hillel Director on possible international student ban
May 23

Trump bill ‘a backdoor abortion ban’: Planned Parenthood CEO

Alexis McGill Johnson says the legislation, which passed in the House, “is really designed to shut down health centers in areas that are also able to provide abortion access.”
May 23
Trump bill ‘a backdoor abortion ban’: Planned Parenthood CEO
May 23

Judge blocks Trump's move to bar Harvard from enrolling international students

U.S. District Judge Allison D. Burroughs granted a temporary restraining order and set a hearing for Tuesday morning.
May 23
VIDEO: Judge temporarily blocks Trump's move to bar Harvard from enrolling international students
May 23

Trump a ‘bully’ with tariff threats on Apple, EU: Dem congressman

Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-Calif., says President Donald Trump’s recent comments “only creates controversy.”
May 23
VIDEO: Trump a ‘bully’ with tariff threats on Apple, EU: Dem congressman
May 23

President Trump threatens Apple, EU with tariffs

ABC News’ Selina Wang reports on the latest news out of the Trump administration.
May 23
VIDEO: President Trump threatens Apple, EU with tariffs
May 23

Trump admin sued by Harvard over ban on school enrolling international students

Harvard accused the administration of waging an "unprecedented and retaliatory attack" because the university supports policies the administration doesn't like.
May 23
VIDEO: Trump admin sued by Harvard over ban on school enrolling international students
May 23

SCOTUS blocks creation of taxpayer-funded religious charter school in Oklahoma

ABC News’ Devin Dwyer and Hofstra University law professor James Sample break down the Supreme Court’s decision.
May 23
ABC News’ Devin Dwyer and Hofstra University law professor James Sample break down the high court’s decision.
May 23

Judge says Trump has power to impose tariffs, but punts lawsuit to different court

The judge cites the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977.
May 23
President Donald Trump attends a Make America Healthy Again Commission event, in the East Room of the White House in Washington, May 22, 2025.
May 23

Critics slam Trump gala for his meme coin holders

The top investors in President Trump's meme coin attended an exclusive gala with the president -- but some critics are blasting it as a brazen pay-for-play event.
May 23
The top investors in President Trump's meme coin attended an exclusive gala with the president -- but some critics are blasting it as a brazen pay-for-play event.
May 22

New head of Social Security says he had to Google the job when he was offered it

Frank Bisignano, a former Wall Street executive, said during a town hall with Social Security managers on Wednesday that he wasn’t seeking a position in the Trump administration.
May 22
Frank Bisignano, a former Wall Street executive, said during a town hall with Social Security managers on Wednesday that he wasn’t seeking a position in the Trump administration when he received a call about leading the SSA.
May 22

Questions raised about security after shooting of Israeli Embassy staffers

A couple was killed after leaving an event at the Capital Jewish Museum.
May 22
Members of the group Misaskim clean the sidewalk where two Israeli embassy staff were shot dead near the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, May 22, 2025.
May 22

Top Republican requests interview with Joe Biden's White House physician

Rep. James Comer asked Dr. Kevin O'Connor to sit for an interview on June 25.
May 22
Rep. James Comer speaks to a reporter as he arrives for a House Republican conference meeting at the Capitol, May 6, 2025.
May 22

Supreme Court lets Trump fire heads of independent labor agencies for now

The conservative majority bolstered Trump's bid for greater control of agencies.
May 22
The conservative majority bolstered Trump's bid for greater control of agencies.
May 22

Supreme Court lets Trump fire heads of independent labor agencies for now

The conservative majority boosted Trump's bid for full executive branch control.
May 22
The Supreme Court is seen on Capitol Hill in Washington, Dec. 17, 2024.
May 22

White House releases RFK Jr.-led report on chronic disease

The report blames chronic illnesses on things such as ultra-processed foods.
May 22
President Donald Trump and Secretary of Education Linda McMahon listen as Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., speaks at a Make America Healthy Again Commission event at the White House in Washington, May 22, 2025.
May 22

President Trump speaks at 'Make America Healthy Again' event

The White House's Make America Healthy Again Commission offered a range of critiques about chronic disease in America in a report released Thursday.
May 22
The White House's Make America Healthy Again Commission offered a range of critiques about chronic disease in America in a report released Thursday.
May 22

Dems call GOP's 'big, beautiful' bill 'ugly' for hurting low-income, helping rich

The bill passed the House and now faces potential changes in the Senate.
May 22
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer speaks during a news conference to protest cuts in the World Trade Center Health Program on Capitol Hill, May 13, 2025, in Washington.
May 22

Trump administration bars Harvard from enrolling international students

The move marks an escalation in the administration's fight against the college.
May 22
People walk through Harvard Yard on the Harvard University campus in Cambridge, Massachussetts, April 15, 2025.
May 22

Navy reverses course on DEI book ban after Pentagon review

Of the 381 titles initially pulled, the Pentagon found only about 20 for review.
May 22
In this Sept. 15, 2023, file photo, midshipmen are shown at work in the Nimitz Library at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland.
May 22

White House defends Trump's attendance of crypto gala

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt says it's "absurd" to suggest President Donald Trump is enriching himself from the presidency.
May 22
White House defends Trump's attendance of crypto gala
May 22

Senate likely to change House-passed megabill advancing Trump’s agenda

Trump is pushing for swift action, urging senators to act "as soon as possible."
May 22
Senate Majority Leader John Thune talks with reporters  at the Capitol after the House passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, May 22, 2025.
May 22

Trump's Army parade includes a dog and pony show. And the dog is named Doc Holliday

Doc is part of an Army horse cavalry unit from Texas.
May 22
This Australian Cattle Dog, named "Doc Holiday," will take part in the U.S. Army 250th birthday celebration on June 14, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
May 22

House Majority Whip calls Moody's downgrade of US debt 'somewhat political'

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN) joined ABC News Live with a reaction to the House passing President Donald Trump's spending bill.
May 22
VIDEO: House Majority Whip calls Moody's downgrade of US debt 'somewhat political'
May 22

What’s in Trump’s tax bill as it heads to Senate

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien reports on the passage of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," a sweeping package of tax cuts, Medicaid reform and immigration spending.
May 22
VIDEO: What’s in Trump’s tax bill as it heads to Senate

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