President Donald Trump faced criticism after an AI-generated image depicting him as the pope was posted on his Truth Social account and the official White House X account.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced on May 5, 2025, that he will not pursue a U.S. Senate seat in the 2026 election, foregoing a challenge against incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff.
The 2025 Met Gala, held on May 5 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, featured the theme "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," focusing on Black dandyism—a cultural movement highlighting refined fashion as a form of self-expression and resistance.
President Donald Trump criticized NBC's Kristen Welker and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi in unaired segments from his recent "Meet the Press" interview.
President Donald Trump's administration has dramatically expanded its immigration enforcement strategy by partnering with over 560 state and local law enforcement agencies to assist in deportation efforts.
During a May 5, 2025, appearance on NBC's "Meet the Press," Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) addressed questions from host Kristen Welker concerning due process rights for illegal immigrants.
Kennedy Center President and Interim Executive Director Richard Grenell has publicly refuted an Associated Press (AP) report alleging that the venue canceled a week's worth of Pride-related events. Grenell asserted that no events were canceled by the Kennedy Center, emphasizing that organizers independently chose to relocate their programs.
The U.S. Army has suspended helicopter operations near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) following a May 1 incident where two commercial flights were forced to abort landings due to a Black Hawk helicopter's proximity.