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US fighter jet rolls off aircraft carrier, sinks into ocean, Navy says

One minor injury was reported in the extraordinary mishap.
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An F/A-18 Super Hornet assigned to the "Gunslingers" of Strike Fighter Squadron 105 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman
2 hours ago

'The American economy is going to be stronger than ever': Rep. Byron Donalds

Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., reacts to the state of the U.S. economy and the tariffs implemented by the Trump administration.
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VIDEO: 'The American economy is going to be stronger than ever': Rep. Byron Donalds
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Oversight top Democrat Connolly 'stepping back,' saying his cancer has returned

Connolly beat Rep. Ocasio Cortez for ranking member in a vote about generations.
2 hours ago
Rep. Gerry Connolly questions witnesses during a House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform hearing titled "A Hearing with Sanctuary City Mayors" in Washington, March 5, 2025.
3 hours ago

Trump says Canadians should vote for him to lead the country ahead of election

The president is not on the ballot in Monday's Canadian election.
3 hours ago
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, April 27, 2025, President Donald Trump, April 27, 2025 and Canada's Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, April 17, 2025.
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Democrat Connolly 'stepping back,' saying his cancer has returned

Rep. Gerry Connolly, ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, will “soon” step down from his role and won’t run for reelection because his cancer has returned.
3 hours ago
Rep. Gerry Connolly, ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, will “soon” step down from his role and won’t run for reelection because his cancer has returned.
4 hours ago

Democrats press WH over potential 'insider trading' before Trump tariff pause

They're calling for full disclosure of officials' financial transactions.
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Senator Adam Schiff attends a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., April 7, 2025.
April 28

Elon Musk approval low, reflecting opposition to Trump cuts: POLL

Views of Musk’s work also are related to perceptions of waste in the government.
April 28
Elon Musk listens to President Donald Trump speak in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Feb. 11, 2025.
April 27

Trump says he wants a Russia-Ukraine deal in '2 weeks or less'

Rubio says the week ahead is "critical" in reaching a deal.
April 27
President Donald Trump arrives at Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark, N.J., April 26, 2025, upon returning from a trip to attend the funeral of Pope Francis at the Vatican.
April 27

Noem says Secret Service arrested the person who stole her bag

The Secret Service said a suspect is held on an immigration detainer in Miami.
April 27
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem attends a meeting with El Salvador president in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, April 14, 2025.
April 27

New poll shows Trump has lowest 100-day approval rating in 80 years

The previous low in approval for a president at or near 100 days in office was Trump's 42% in 2017.
April 27
VIDEO: New poll shows Trump has lowest 100-day approval rating in 80 years
April 27

Trump and Zelenskyy spoke before pope’s funeral

White House communications director Steven Cheung said the two leaders had a "very productive session."
April 27
VIDEO: Trump and Zelenskyy spoke before pope’s funeral
April 27

Wisconsin judge faces up to 6 years in prison for allegedly misdirecting ICE

On “This Week,” Senior Justice Correspondent Pierre Thomas reports on the arrest of a Wisconsin judge for allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant evade ICE.
April 27
VIDEO: Wisconsin judge faces up to 6 years in prison for allegedly misdirecting ICE
April 27

Bessent says he doesn't know if Trump has spoken with China’s Xi

Treasury secretary says ‘good behavior’ by partners will keep tariffs lower.
April 27
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks with ABC News while appearing on 'This Week' April 27, 2025.
April 27

'This Week' Transcript 4-27-25: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, April 27.
April 27
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent delivers remarks during the International Finance Institute Global Outlook Forum, April 23, 2025 in Washington
April 27

'First sliver of hope I've had in a while': Jake Sullivan on Trump-Zelenskyy meeting

Former Biden official was mostly critical of Trump's foreign policy so far.
April 27
Former Biden White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan speaks with ABC News while appearing on 'This Week' April 27, 2025.
April 27

Trump giving ABC News 1st broadcast interview at 100 days mark

President Trump has prioritized immigration, government efficiency and trade.
April 27
This ABC News photo graphic shows President Donald Trump.
April 27

Trump has lowest 100-day approval rating in 80 years: POLL

Majorities of voters disapprove of many of Trump's policies, the poll found.
April 27
President Donald Trump talks to reporters in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, April 23, 2025.
April 26

Trump administration restores status of foreign students after abrupt terminations

Having a SEVIS record terminated can lead to a student's visa being revoked.
April 26
A group of Florida International University students protest against cuts in federal funding and an agreement by campus police to partner with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, on the FIU campus on a day of protests around the country in support of higher education, on April 17, 2025, in Miami.
April 26

ICE, Florida officials arrest over 750 in 4-day operation

The acting head of ICE said this was the first-of-its-kind agreement.
April 26
Agents from ICE and various Florida law enforcement agencies make arrests near Miami, Florida this week.
April 26

Trump, Zelenskyy meet privately ahead of pope's funeral

Late Friday, Trump posted Ukraine and Russia were "very close to a deal."
April 26
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky meets with President Donald Trump on the sidelines of Pope Francis's funeral at St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican, April 26, 2025.
April 26

Pope Francis and Donald Trump clashed for years over treatment of migrants

Francis called Trump's mass deportation policy a "disgrace."
April 26
Ivanka Trump, first lady Melania Trump, and President Donald Trump stand with Pope Francis during a meeting, May 24, 2017, at the Vatican.
April 25

Trump DOJ rescinds Biden-era protections for news media

The move could signal a more aggressive pursuit of leaks.
April 25
Attorney General Pam Bondi attends a meeting of the Eradicating Anti-Christian Bias Task Force, at the Justice Department in Washington, April 22, 2025.
April 25

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on 'This Week'

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, April 27, 2025.
April 25
April 25

Trump says he won't reduce tariffs on China without something 'substantial'

During a press gaggle on Air Force One, President Donald Trump was asked what it would take for him to reduce tariffs on China.
April 25
Trump says he won't reduce tariffs on China without something 'substantial'
April 25

Trump claims '200' tariff deals, phone call with China's Xi in wide-ranging interview

He told Time magazine negotiations would be "finished" in 3-4 weeks.
April 25
President Donald Trump speaks to the media as he departs the White House, April 25, 2025 in Washington.
April 25

Nearly two-thirds of Americans disapprove of Trump tariffs: POLL

Roughly 47% of Republicans think tariffs will negatively impact inflation.
April 25
President Donald Trump delivers remarks on tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, April 2, 2025.
April 25

Trump says he's had multiple conversations with China's President Xi

President Donald Trump spoke with reporters about a range of issues on his way to Pope Francis' funeral.
April 25
VIDEO: Trump says he's had multiple conversations with China's President Xi
April 25

More say US should bring back Abrego Garcia, mixed on other deportation issues: POLL

Overall, 46% said they approve of the way Trump is handling immigration.
April 25
Protestors hold signs as they march towards the White House during a, Free Kilmar Abrego and Anti-Trump, rally in Washington, DC, April 19, 2025.
April 25

Young Democratic primary challengers seek to oust longtime incumbents

Their efforts come during a debate among Democrats over how to respond to Trump.
April 25
Everton Blair, a Congressional candidate
April 25

Hegseth shouted threat to 'polygraph' top military officials: Sources

Hegseth was upset by reports he had planned a briefing for Elon Musk on China.
April 25
WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 24: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attends a meeting between President Donald Trump and Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store in the Oval Office at the White House on April 24, 2025 in Washington, DC. The leaders are expected to discuss security, trade, NATO and the war in Ukraine.
April 25

Trump faces slew of court setbacks on education, congestion pricing and voting

The Trump administration is battling nearly 200 lawsuits in court.
April 25
President Donald Trump waits for the arrival of Norway's Prime Minister Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere at the White House in Washington, April 24, 2025.
April 24

Trump insists Ukraine peace talks making progress despite Russian strikes: ANALYSIS

While rebuking Putin, he said he "has no allegiance" to either Moscow or Kyiv.
April 24
President Donald Trump during a meeting with Norway's prime minister Jonas Gahr Store, not pictured, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, April 24, 2025.
April 24

GOP senator at town hall says he told White House it's 'hurting' public with tariffs

He was interrupted often during the roughly hourlong event.
April 24
Sen. Pete Ricketts speaks at a town hall meeting in Kearney, Neb., April 24, 2025.
April 24

Hegseth had commercial internet ‘dirty line’ in his office for Signal app: Sources

Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth used the Signal app on a personal computer in his office that was connected to the internet on an unsecured commercial line, sources told ABC News.
April 24
VIDEO: Hegseth had commercial internet ‘dirty line’ in his office for Signal app: Sources
April 24

Hegseth used Signal app connected to 'dirty line' on computer at Pentagon: Sources

It was connected to the internet on an unsecured commercial line, sources said.
April 24
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth attends a meeting of the Eradicating Anti-Christian Bias Task Force, at the Justice Department in Washington, April 22, 2025.
April 24

Kristi Noem speaks out about getting her bag with $3,000 stolen

The DHS secretary's bag was stolen from a D.C. restaurant on Sunday.
April 24
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem speaks at U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Kodiak during a tour, Mar. 17, 2025, in Kodiak, Alaska.
April 24

Hat raises speculation of 3rd Trump term after appearing in Trump Store

The 22nd Amendment bars Trump from running for a third term.
April 24
President Donald Trump speaks with reporters after signing executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House, April 23, 2025, in Washington.
April 24

Trump grants interview to The Atlantic's Jeffrey Goldberg after Signal chat bombshell

He has attacked The Atlantic editor for what he claims are false stories.
April 24
President Donald Trump waits for the arrival of Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store to the White House on April 24, 2025. The Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg attends the opening night of the New Orleans Book Festival, March 27, 2025, in New Orleans.
April 24

Are there more plane incidents recently or does it just seem that way?

NTSB data shows aviation accidents are down from this time last year.
April 24
A crane removes airplane wreckage from the Potomac River, where American Airlines flight 5342 collided with a US Army military helicopter, near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, on February 3, 2025.
April 24

Judge blocks Trump attempt to require proof of citizenship to vote

The judge ruled that Congress and the states have power to regulate elections.
April 24
President Donald Trump speaks with reporters at the White House, April 23, 2025, in Washington.
April 24

'You have no idea what pressure we're putting on Russia,' Trump says

President Donald Trump claimed that he was putting a lot of pressure on Russia and that he was not happy with Putin.
April 24
VIDEO: 'You have no idea what pressure we're putting on Russia,' Trump says
April 24

Trump nominee distances himself from antisemitic Jan. 6 rioter he once praised

Ed Martin's nomination faces headwinds in the Senate over his previous comments.
April 24
Interim United States Attorney for the District of Columbia Edward Martin is shown during an Anacostia Coordinating Council monthly meeting at Martha's Table, in Washington, D.C., on March 25, 2025.
April 24

Trump asks Supreme Court to lift block on transgender military ban

President Donald Trump has made a new emergency request of the Supreme Court seeking an immediate stay of a nationwide injunction blocking the ban on transgender military service members.
April 24
VIDEO: Trump asks Supreme Court to lift block on transgender military ban
April 24

Sen. Warren probing impact on students, teachers from Education Dept. cuts

Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren's Save Our Schools campaign is launching a comprehensive investigation into the Trump administration's effort to close the Department of Education.
April 24
VIDEO: Sen. Warren probing impact on students, teachers from Education Dept. cuts
April 24

Trump asks Supreme Court to lift block on transgender military ban

The administration says the injunction usurps the authority of the president.
April 24
The U.S. Supreme Court is seen, April 7, 2025 in Washington.
April 24

JD Vance warns US might 'walk away' from Russia-Ukraine deal

The vice president spoke to reporters as he prepared to depart from a trip to India after touring the Taj Mahal with his family and a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
April 24
The vice president spoke to reporters as he prepared to depart from a trip to India after touring the Taj Mahal with his family and a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
April 24

Democrats scrutinize law firms that cut deals with Trump

Democrats seek motives of law firms that struck deals with Trump administration.
April 24
President Donald Trump speaks with reporters at the White House, April 23, 2025, in Washington.
April 24

Warren probing impact on students, teachers from Education Dept. cuts

She says she wants to hear from those "hurt by Trump's dangerous agenda."
April 24
Sen. Elizabeth Warren questions Trade Representative Jamieson Greer during a Senate Finance Committee hearing in the Dirksen Senate Office Building, April 8, 2025.
April 24

GOP Gov. Sanders, Arkansas lawmakers urge Trump to reconsider disaster relief denial

Severe storms hit Arkansas last month, leading to three deaths.
April 24
Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders speaks during an interview at the governor's mansion in Little Rock, Ark., on April 18, 2025.
April 23

Houthis shoot down growing number of US drones

Six MQ-9 drones have been downed since the start of a large-scale air campaign.
April 23
MQ-9 Reaper aircraft and assigned personnel in Hawaii, Aug. 7, 2024. The MQ-9 Reaper is a remotely piloted aircraft designed to provide persistent intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, as well as precision strike capabilities.

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