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What the Constitution, Supreme Court say about 'due process' for deportees: ANALYSIS

The government must provide notice and a hearing in many, but not all, cases.
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American ballerina released by Russia meets with President Trump at White House

President Trump on Monday met with Ksenia Karelina, a freed U.S.-Russian dual citizen who was imprisoned in Russia, at the White House.
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'Shocking': Experts on Trump claiming 'I don't know' about upholding Constitution

Trump said he would have to consult with his "brilliant" lawyers.
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Catholic community reacts to Trump's fake image of himself as pope

The AI-generated image shows Trump wearing papal clothes, sitting on a throne.
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President Trump reveals 2027 NFL draft will be held on National Mall

Pres. Trump announced on Monday that Washington, D.C., will host the 2027 NFL draft on the National Mall.
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May 05

Trump touts 'very strong' Alcatraz as Bureau of Prisons assessing reopening prison

Trump posted he wants the prison to be "substantially enlarged and rebuilt."
May 05
May 05

'Trust the president': Rep. Addison McDowell on possible tariff impacts

Rep. Addison McDowell, R-N.C., joined ABC News Live to discuss President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office and tariff policy.
May 05
May 05

Reopening Alcatraz ‘not cost effective’: Former DHS official

The former DHS assistant secretary for counterterrorism, Elizabeth Neumann, discusses President Donald Trump’s proposal.
May 05
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DHS to pay immigrants in US illegally $1K to self deport

Self deporting has been something the Trump administration has been pushing, as opposed to having ICE arrest and deport migrants.
May 05
May 05

Who's running for president in 2028 and who's not?

Just months since Election Day, some are already looking to the next contest.
May 05
May 05

Trump can't order it to stop funding for NPR, PBS, CPB says

The public broadcasting group said only Congress controls its funding.
May 05
May 05

Trump orders reopening, expansion of famed Alcatraz prison

President Donald Trump called the famed Alcatraz Island prison, which lies off the coast of San Francisco, "a symbol of law and order."
May 05
May 04

Does Gen Z support Donald Trump?

Brilyn Hollyhand, chairman of the RNC Youth Advisory Council, discusses Gen Z and their support of President Trump.
May 04
May 04

This Week with George Stephanopoulos Transcript: Sunday, May 4, 2025

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, May 4.
May 04
May 04

Why Texas residents are wary of Elon Musk's potential SpaceX town

Some locals are worried about SpaceX's efforts to make a Starbase municipality.
May 04
May 03

Judge references Shakespeare in striking down Trump order targeting law firm

The ruling is a rapid rebuke of the government's actions.
May 03
May 03

Trump to rename Veterans Day? One veteran has something to say

ABC News’ Phil Lipof spoke with Paul Rieckhoff, founder and CEO of Independent Veterans of America, about President Donald Trump’s proclamation to rename Veterans Day.
May 03
VIDEO: Trump to rename Veterans Day? One veteran has something to say
May 02

Trump administration asks Supreme Court to give DOGE access to Social Security data

The Trump administration has filed a new emergency request with the Supreme Court seeking to lift a lower court block of its efforts to overhaul the federal government.
May 02
VIDEO: Trump administration asks Supreme Court to give DOGE access to Social Security data
May 02

This Week with George Stephanopoulos, Sunday, May 4, 2025

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, May 4, 2025.
May 02
May 02

Troops, tanks, parachutes: Army confirms parade coinciding with Trump's birthday

Soldiers from each of the Army's divisions would be represented in the parade.
May 02
U.S. Army Abrams tanks take part in a military parade in Warsaw on Polish Army Day, Aug. 15, 2024.
May 02

A possible military parade takes shape on Trump's birthday

The Army is weighing plans for a parade through the streets of D.C. that would involve some 6,600 soldiers, infantry vehicles, helicopter flyovers and parachute jumps.
May 02
VIDEO: A possible military parade takes shape on Trump's birthday
May 02

Signal chat controversy follows Waltz after being nominated as UN ambassador

Former national security adviser Mike Waltz was photographed using the Signal app during a Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, a day before President Donald Trump nominated him as U.N. ambassador.
May 02
VIDEO: Signal chat controversy follows Waltz after being nominated as UN ambassador
May 02

DOJ reaches agreement in principle to settle lawsuit from family of Ashli Babbitt

Babbitt's family sued the government in January 2024 seeking $30 million.
May 02
This driver's license photo from the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA), provided to AP by the Calvert County Sheriff's Office, shows Ashli Babbitt.
May 02

President Trump signs order blocking funding for NPR and PBS

The White House says the order was about taxpayers funding “biased media” and both organizations plans to take the Trump administration to court.
May 02
VIDEO: President Trump signs order blocking funding for NPR and PBS
May 02

Trump's 2026 budget proposal calls for $163B in cuts to federal spending

Several Republicans criticized the proposal, taking issue with defense numbers.
May 02
President Donald Trump arrives to give a commencement address at the University of Alabama, May 1, 2025, in Tuscaloosa, Ala.
May 02

CIA makes recruiting push for spies in China

The spy agency released Mandarin-language videos aimed at Chinese officials.
May 02
Screengrab from CIA recruitment video posted to YouTube, May 1, 2025.
May 02

Trump says he's 'taking away' Harvard's tax exempt status

President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to take away Harvard's tax-exempt status. "We are going to be taking away Harvard's Tax Exempt Status. It's what they deserve," Trump said on Truth Social.
May 02
VIDEO: Trump says he's 'taking away' Harvard's tax exempt status
May 02

Trump's 2026 budget proposal calls for $163B in cuts to federal spending

The White House on Friday released President Donald Trump's proposed budget for the 2026 fiscal year, which calls for $163 billion in cuts to federal spending.
May 02
VIDEO: Trump's 2026 budget proposal calls for $163B in cuts to federal spending
May 02

Harvard hits back 'no legal basis' for Trump move to take away tax-exempt status

"It's what they deserve," Trump said, renewing his threat on social media.
May 02
People walk through Harvard Yard on the Harvard University campus in Cambridge, Massachussetts, April 15, 2025.
May 02

Former ambassador on Signalgate, shake-ups and strain on US diplomacy

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Wendy Sherman, deputy secretary of state under former President Joe Biden, about the shake-up today within President Donald Trump’s cabinet.
May 02
VIDEO: Former ambassador on Signalgate, shake-ups and strain on US diplomacy
May 01

Waltz was photographed using Signal during Cabinet meeting a day before his removal

Waltz was at the center of the Signal chat about a strike on Houthis in Yemen.
May 01
U.S. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz checks his mobile phone while attending a cabinet meeting held by President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, April 30, 2025.
May 01

Trump replacing Waltz as national security adviser, Rubio takes role for now

Marco Rubio will stay on as secretary of state as well, Trump announced.
May 01
U.S. National Security Adviser, Mike Waltz, April 24, 2025 and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, April 17, 2025.
May 01

Trump nominates Waltz for UN ambassador, names Rubio interim nat’l security adviser

President Donald Trump on Thursday announced he's nominating Mike Waltz to be the U.N. ambassador, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio will serve as interim national security adviser.
May 01
VIDEO: Trump nominates Waltz for UN ambassador, names Rubio interim nat’l security adviser
May 01

Trump dismisses concerns about higher prices from tariffs, even on children's toys

They may get "2 dolls instead of 30" and "cost a couple of bucks more," he said.
May 01
President Donald Trump arrives to speak during a National Day of Prayer event in the Rose Garden of the White House, May 1, 2025, in Washington.
May 01

US military says standards for investigating sex assault reports to remain unchanged

Promise comes amid review into equal opportunity programs, cuts to personnel.
May 01
The Department of Defense logo is seen on the wall in the Press Briefing room at the Pentagon, Oct. 29, 2024, in Washington.
May 01

Trump admits his tariff policy could have adverse effects on American families

While celebrating the 100-day mark of his second term with his Cabinet on Wednesday, President Donald Trump said, "maybe the children will have two dolls instead of 30 dolls."
May 01
Trump admits his tariff policy could have adverse effects on American families
May 01

Trump to nominate Waltz for UN ambassador

President Donald Trump announced he's nominating Michael Waltz to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio will serve as interim national security adviser.
May 01
President Donald Trump announced he's nominating Michael Waltz to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio will serve as interim national security adviser.
May 01

Harris calls out President Trump as speculation grows over her political future

The former presidential candidate spoke as she considers re-entering politics.
May 01
VIDEO: Kamala Harris calls out President Trump as speculation grows over her political future
May 01

President Trump preaches patience amid economic concerns

More than 7 in 10 Americans believe the economy is in bad shape, according to a new ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll.
May 01
VIDEO: President Trump preaches patience amid economic concerns
May 01

President Trump's executive orders during his first 100 days

President Donald Trump set a record for signing more executive orders during his first 100 days than any other presidential administration in U.S. history.
May 01
President Trump's executive orders on his first 100 days
May 01

Minerals deal puts US, Ukraine in ‘full alignment’ on ceasefire: Volker

Kurt Volker, former U.S. ambassador to NATO, says a mineral resource deal will allow the U.S. to support Ukraine “without it costing U.S. taxpayers.”
May 01
VIDEO: Minerals deal puts US, Ukraine in ‘full alignment’ on ceasefire: Volker
May 01

Trump administration discontinues $1 billion in school mental health grants

The department said the programs were not advancing administration priorities.
May 01
Education Secretary Linda McMahon speaks during a cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, April 30, 2025.
May 01

Michael Waltz expected to depart as Trump's national security adviser, sources say

This move comes as President Trump has been increasingly frustrated by Waltz after he came under intense scrutiny for inadvertently adding a reporter to a Signal chat.
May 01
VIDEO: Michael Waltz expected to depart as Trump's national security adviser, sources say
May 01

Musk says DOGE has made progress but 'not as effective as I'd like' after 100 days

Musk said his time in the government has been "very intense."
May 01
Elon Musk, wearing two hats, speaks during a cabinet meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, on April 30, 2025.
May 01

Kamala Harris steps back into limelight in speech criticizing Trump

Former Vice President Kamala Harris, who has stayed largely out of the limelight since leaving office, sharply criticized President Donald Trump in remarks on Wednesday.
May 01
Former Vice President Kamala Harris, who has stayed largely out of the limelight since leaving office, sharply criticized President Donald Trump in remarks on Wednesday.
May 01

Kamala Harris steps back into limelight in speech criticizing Trump

The former presidential candidate spoke as she considers re-entering politics.
May 01
Former U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a keynote address during the Emerge 20th Anniversary Gala at the Palace Hotel on April 30, 2025 in San Francisco, California. Kamala Harris delivered her first public speech since leaving office in January.  (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
April 30

In his 2nd term, it’s Trump vs. the world: ANALYSIS

Trump’s "America First" policy has already had impact around the globe.
April 30
President Donald Trump boards Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, April 29, 2025 as he departs for a rally in Michigan to mark his 10th day in office.
April 30

US and Ukraine sign mineral resources agreement

Bessent says it signals Russia that Trump is committed to a peace process.
April 30
President Donald Trump welcomes Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House in Washington, Feb. 28, 2025.
April 30

Trump says egg prices are falling. Some experts say the claim is misleading.

Economists also largely rejected the attribution of blame for egg prices to any president, whether former President Joe Biden or President Trump.
April 30
Economists also largely rejected the attribution of blame for egg prices to any president, whether former President Joe Biden or President Trump.
April 30

How Americans describe Trump's term so far in 1 word: POLL

Respondents were invited to use one word to express their personal reaction to Trump's performance as president so far.
April 30
VIDEO: NEW ABC NEWS POLL: TRUMP IN ONE WORD – AVERI HARPER (CONFIRMED--NY 6TH FLOOR CAM)

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