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December 06

DOJ won't say what it advised Noem amid contempt inquiry on El Salvador deportations

A federal judge is conducting an inquiry into the matter.
December 06
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks at a news conference at Harry Reid International Airport, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Las Vegas.
December 05

Possible implications of SCOTUS taking on birthright citizenship case

ABC News' Stephanie Ramos spoke with ABC News contributor James Sample on the Supreme Court's decision to hear an expedited appeal of a case seeking to end birthright citizenship.
December 05
VIDEO: Possible implications of SCOTUS taking on birthright citizenship case
December 05

SCOTUS takes up Trump birthright citizenship case

This is the second time Trump's order will come before the court.
December 05
The Supreme Court on November 5, 2025 in Washington, DC.
December 05

Supreme Court to take up Trump birthright citizenship case

The petition seeks to overrule a lower court ruling that issued a nationwide injunction on the president's order earlier this year.
December 05
VIDEO: Supreme Court to take up Trump birthright citizenship case
December 05

Rep. Adam Smith and Sen. Eric Schmitt, Sunday on “This Week”

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, December 7, 2025.
December 05
December 05

Military launches new strike on suspected drug boat

The new strike on an alleged drug boat is the 22nd in a series of operations that have killed dozens of people President Donald Trump has labeled drug-trafficking terrorists.
December 05
VIDEO: Military launches new strike on suspected drug boat
December 05

Supreme Court clears way for new congressional map in Texas

A divided Supreme Court ruled that next year's elections can proceed under Texas’ GOP-favored redistricting plan backed by President Donald Trump.
December 05
A divided Supreme Court ruled that next year's elections can proceed under Texas’ GOP-favored redistricting plan backed by President Donald Trump.
December 05

New US attack on suspected drug boat: Pentagon

U.S. Southern Command says another “lethal kinetic strike” was carried out in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing four people.
December 05
U.S. Southern Command says another “lethal kinetic strike” was carried out in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing four people.
December 04

Trumps attend National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

President Trump wished the nation a "Merry Christmas" during Thursday night's National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony in Washington, D.C.
December 04
VIDEO: Trumps attend National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 04

Grand jury rejects DOJ attempt to revive case against NY AG Letitia James: Sources

A federal grand jury refused to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James for alleged mortgage fraud on Thursday, sources said, rejecting the Department of Justice's attempt to refile the case.
December 04
VIDEO: Grand jury rejects DOJ attempt to revive case against NY AG Letitia James: Sources
December 04

Trump orders ICE to target Somali immigrants in Minnesota, mayor responds

Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey joins ABC News Live to share how he’s prepping his city for the ICE raids.
December 04
VIDEO: Trump orders ICE to target Somali immigrants in Minnesota, mayor responds
December 04

Pentagon declares ‘total exoneration’ of Pete Hegseth in Signal flap

The Defense Department's inspector general office concluded that Hegseth's decision to relay the details of a pending strike in a commercial messaging app risked putting troops in danger,
December 04
VIDEO: Pentagon declares ‘total exoneration’ of Pete Hegseth in Signal flap
December 04

Trump rolls back Biden-era vehicle fuel efficiency rules: 'Expensive restrictions'

President Donald Trump, who took consistent jabs at Democrats, announcing that his administration is reversing vehicle fuel efficiency standards that were instituted by former President Joe Biden.
December 04
President Donald Trump, who took consistent jabs at Democrats, announcing from the Oval Office that his administration is reversing vehicle fuel efficiency standards that were instituted by former President Joe Biden.
December 04

New details emerge about 2nd strike on alleged drug boat that killed survivors

The strike was the first U.S. military airstrike to target an alleged cartel boat the Trump administration said was smuggling drugs toward the United States.
December 04
The strike was the first U.S. military airstrike to target an alleged cartel boat the Trump administration said was smuggling drugs toward the United States.
December 04

What to know about Adm. 'Mitch' Bradley, at center of boat strike controversy

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has said Bradley gave the controversial order.
December 04
U.S. Navy Admiral Frank "Mitch" Bradley, incoming commander, U.S. Special Operations Command, delivers remarks during the USSOCOM Change of Command Ceremony in Tampa, Florida, October 3, 2025.
December 03

Trump says 'no problem' releasing video of 2nd strike on alleged drug boat

At the same time, he told ABC News, "I don't know what they have."
December 03
President Donald Trump speaks to the media in the Oval Office, at the White House, in Washington, December 3, 2025.
December 03

New details emerge about 2nd strike on alleged drug boat that killed survivors

They came as the commander who launched the strike headed to brief lawmakers.
December 03
President Trump announced on his social media platform, Sept. 2, 2025,  that he ordered U.S. military forces to conduct "a kinetic strike against positively identified Tren de Aragua Narcoterrorists in the SOUTHCOM area of responsibility."
December 03

Trump says Witkoff had 'reasonably good meeting' with Putin despite no breakthrough

"What comes out of that meeting? I can't tell you," he said.
December 03
Russia's President Vladimir Putin, accompanied by Kremlin economic envoy Kirill Dmitriev and Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov, meets with special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner at the Kremlin in Moscow on December 2, 2025.
December 03

'TOTAL exoneration'? Secrecy experts weigh in on Hegseth's Signal flap

It's "not a crime. It is just poor judgment," one expert said.
December 03
President Donald Trump speaks alongside Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth during a Cabinet Meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, December 2, 2025.
December 03

Trump rolls back Biden-era vehicle fuel efficiency rules: 'Expensive restrictions'

The rule called for yearly 2% efficiency increase for cars made from 2027-2031.
December 03
Motorists drive on Interstate 210 during the morning commute on Dec. 3, 2025, in Pasadena, Calif.
December 03

Pentagon IG finds Hegseth could have endangered troops with Signal chat, sources say

The March chat shared details of a planned attack on Houthi rebels in Somalia.
December 03
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth attends a cabinet meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, December 2, 2025.
December 03

Trump speaks on Russia-Ukraine peace talks

President Donald Trump took questions from reporters about the peace talks related to the Russian-Ukraine war and escalating tensions with Venezuela.
December 03
VIDEO: Trump speaks on Russia-Ukraine peace talks
December 03

Trump describes Somali immigrants as 'garbage' amid feud with Minnesota politicians

The president said on Tuesday that he doesn't "want them in our country."
December 03
President Donald Trump stands up to depart following a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, in Washington.
December 03

How a Supreme Court decision may redefine one state's elections

Lawmakers are awaiting a Supreme Court decision on redrawn electoral maps.
December 03
The Texas State Capitol is shown in Austin, Texas, on Nov. 5, 2025.
December 03

Pentagon IG finds Hegseth could have endangered troops with Signal chat, sources say

The Pentagon watchdog concluded Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth risked exposing classified info and endangering U.S. troops when he discussed a planned military strike using the messaging app.
December 03
VIDEO: Pentagon IG: Hegseth risked exposing classified info in Signal chat, source says
December 03

Trump says he's pardoning Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar after bribery indictment

President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he is granting a pardon to Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife, who were indicted on charges including bribery in 2024.
December 03
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he is granting a pardon to Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife, who were indicted on charges including bribery in 2024.
December 03

Trump says he's pardoning Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar after bribery indictment

Cuellar and his wife were indicted on charges including bribery in 2024.
December 03
Rep. Henry Cuellar is seen in the U.S. Capitol, June 4, 2024.
December 03

House to vote on bill to regulate college sports

ABC News' Alex Presha reports on the legislation meant to establish a standard for student athlete compensation, and why some lawmakers are opposed.
December 03
VIDEO: House to vote on bill to regulate college sports
December 03

US sends 1-way attack drones to the Middle East

The new drone is based on reverse-engineering Iran's Shahed drone.
December 03
Low-cost Unmanned Combat Attack System (LUCAS) drones are positioned on the tarmac at a base in the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) operating area, Nov. 23, 2025.
December 03

Trump-backed Republican wins Tennessee special election for House seat

In a victory speech to supporters on Tuesday night, Matt Van Epps praised President Donald Trump, saying his endorsement "made all the difference." ABC News' Alex Presha reports.
December 03
VIDEO: Trump-backed Republican wins Tennessee special election for House seat
December 03

What Trump, Hegseth said after the Sept. 2 strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat

Reports emerged later that two survivors were killed after the initial strike.
December 03
Pete Hegseth speaks during an announcement in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, Sept. 2, 2025.
December 03

Republican Matt Van Epps projected winner in Tennessee special election

Republican Matt Van Epps is the projected winner of the closely watched special election for Tennessee's U.S. House seat, according to the Associated Press.
December 03
Republican Matt Van Epps is the projected winner of the closely watched special election for Tennessee's U.S. House seat, according to the Associated Press.
December 02

Republican Matt Van Epps projected winner in Tennessee special election

President Donald Trump won the district by 22 points in 2024.
December 02
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - DECEMBER 2: Rep. elect Republican Matt Van Epps delivers his victory speech at the Millennium Hotel Maxwell House Nashville on December 2, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee. Tennessee's 7th district elected Republican Matt Van Epps in a special election to fill a House of Representatives seat vacated by the resignation of Republican Mark Green earlier this year.  Van Epps ran against Democratic nominee Aftyn Behn. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images)
December 02

IG report on Hegseth Signal app complete, findings sent to lawmakers: Source

The defense secretary has insisted no classified information was shared.
December 02
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks during a Cabinet Meeting hosted by President Donald Trump in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, December 2, 2025.
December 02

Trump-aligned super PAC drops nearly $1.7M on TN special election GOP candidate

Reporter from The Tennessean Vivian Jones joins ABC News Live to discuss Tennessee’s special election to replace the outgoing Republican Rep. Mark Green.
December 02
VIDEO: Trump-aligned super PAC drops nearly $1.7M on TN special election GOP candidate
December 02

Sec. Hegseth says he watched 1st boat strike, didn’t see survivors

In a Q&A session with reporters during a Cabinet meeting, Secretary Hegseth said he watched the first boat strike live and said he personally didn’t see any survivors.
December 02
In a Q&A session with reporters during a Cabinet meeting, Secretary Hegseth said he watched the first boat strike live and said he personally didn’t see any survivors.
December 02

Trump addresses Venezuela boat strike that killed survivors during Cabinet meeting

The White House has defended the strike on boats near Venezuela. "I want those boats taken out," Trump said in Tuesday's meeting.
December 02
VIDEO: Trump addresses Venezuela boat strike that killed survivors during cabinet meeting
December 02

Timeline: US strikes on alleged drug boats

Trump said he's protecting American lives while others question the legality.
December 02
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced on his X account that the Department of War conducted a lethal kinetic strike on a vessel being operated by a Designated Terrorist Organization and conducting narco-trafficking in the Eastern Pacific on Oct. 21, 2022.
December 02

Hegseth defends strikes on alleged drug boats: 'We've only just begun'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says drug boats will be put "at the bottom of the ocean" for "poisoning the American people."
December 02
VIDEO: Hegseth defends strikes on alleged drug boats: 'We've only just begun'
December 02

3 key questions about the US boat strikes that killed survivors

Secretary Hegseth says "I did not personally see survivors."
December 02
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks during a press conference with Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader at the National Palace in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, November 26, 2025.
December 02

Tennessee holds special election for congressional seat

The special election to replace the outgoing Republican Rep. Mark Green has garnered national attention.
December 02
The special election to replace the outgoing Republican Rep. Mark Green has garnered national attention.
December 02

Sen. Kelly slams Trump, calls for investigation into Caribbean strikes

"I will not be intimidated by this president," Sen. Kelly said.
December 02
Sen. Mark Kelly holds a press conference at the Capitol in Washington, D.C., Dec. 1, 2025.
December 02

White House defends 2nd strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat

The White House is defending a U.S. admiral's decision to launch strikes on an alleged Venezuelan drug-smuggling vessel in September, saying he had Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's authorization.
December 02
The White House is defending a U.S. admiral's decision to launch strikes on an alleged Venezuelan drug-smuggling vessel in September, saying he had Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's authorization.
December 02

Supreme Court hears subpoena dispute over anti-abortion pregnancy centers

A group says New Jersey's AG donor disclosure demand violates the 1st Amendment.
December 02
The First Choice Women's Resource Center in New Brunswick, N.J.
December 01

White House justification for 2nd strike on drug boat apparently at odds with Trump

Asked about the second strike, Trump said "I wouldn't have wanted that."
December 01
Karoline Leavitt holds a press briefing at the White House, in Washington, D.C., December 1, 2025.
December 01

Indiana Republicans unveil congressional map that targets Hoosier State's Democrats

It's unclear if enough state legislators will support the new map.
December 01
Indiana State Capitol Building in Indianapolis.
December 01

How a deep red Tennessee House district turned into a political battleground

Tuesday marks the special election for Tennessee's 7th Congressional District.
December 01
Republican congressional candidate Matt Van Epps speaks during a get out the vote event, Dec. 1, 2025 in Franklin, Tenn. Democratic congressional candidate State Rep. Aftyn Behn speaks during a campaign event during the special election for the seventh district, Nov. 13, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn.
December 01

Sen. Mark Kelly goes after 'bullying' President Trump

The Arizona senator was one of six Democrats featured in a video last week addressed to military members telling them they don't have to follow illegal orders.
December 01
VIDEO: Sen. Mark Kelly goes after 'bullying' President Trump
December 01

White House press briefing addresses escalating tensions with Venezuela

President Donald Trump has said he's protecting American lives while some question the legality of the administration's actions.
December 01
VIDEO: White House press briefing addresses escalating tensions with Venezuela
December 01

Supreme Court hears billion-dollar battle over online piracy

The Supreme Court on Monday will hear a case which could determine whether internet companies are liable for users' illegal downloads.
December 01
The Supreme Court on Monday will hear a case which could determine whether internet companies are liable for users' illegal downloads.

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