Kremlin Responds to Trump’s Submarine Move, Urges Caution on Nuclear Rhetoric
The Russian government on Aug. 4 responded to President Donald Trump’s moving of two nuclear submarines closer to its territory in response to comments...
DOJ Ends 44-Year-Old Race-Based Hiring Decree
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Aug. 4 that it has ended a decree initiated more than 44 years ago, which imposed across...
What to Know About Senate Failing to Reach Deal on Trump Nominees
The Senate on Aug. 2 adjourned to begin its monthlong summer recess, after senators and the White House failed to reach an agreement on...
Newsom to Discuss California’s Case Against Federal Government
California Gov. Gavin Newsom discusses California’s case against the federal government at 4 p.m. ET on Aug. 4. …
Legislators Discuss Foreign Influence in State Politics at 2025 NCSL Summit
The 2025 National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) summit discusses foreign influence in state politics in Boston at 4 p.m. ET on Aug. 4....
Trump Confirms US Nuclear Submarines Moved ‘In the Region’ of Russia
President Donald Trump on Aug. 4 confirmed that U.S. nuclear submarines are “in the region” of Russia, several days after he ordered the submarines...
Trump Says Americans Could Get Dividends From Tariff Revenues
President Donald Trump suggested on Aug. 3 that his administration could distribute dividends from tariff revenues to Americans with certain income levels. Speaking to...
Texas Holds Session Despite Democrat Walkout
Texas continues its legislative session at 4 p.m. ET on Aug. 4, after Democratic lawmakers broke quorum. …
Hochul Backs Redrawing New York’s Congressional Map, Citing GOP Moves in Texas
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said on Aug. 4 that she is “exploring every option” to redraw the state’s congressional map, responding to Texas...