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Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) indicated that she plans to support Pete Hegseth following "encouraging conversations." The move follows speculation that she and other senators expressed doubts about Hegseth's Senate confirmation.

President-elect Donald Trump nominated Harmeet Dhillon as the "Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Justice."

The Biden administration has announced yet another significant aid package for Ukraine, totaling $988 million, as part of its ongoing support against Russian aggression.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has expressed surprise at the outcome of the 2024 presidential election, where he and Vice President Kamala Harris failed to secure the White House. In an interview with Minnesota news outlet KSTP on Thursday, Walz reflected on the campaign, its challenges, and his feelings following the loss.

A new Senate report reveals that only 6% of federal employees are working in person daily, raising alarms about costs and productivity.

President-elect Donald Trump announced a slate of key nominations Wednesday for his upcoming administration, selecting experienced leaders to helm pivotal federal agencies.

Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard lost her bid for re-nomination as Thornton Township supervisor in a historic Democratic caucus Tuesday night. Henyard, who currently holds the position, was disqualified from the ballot for failing to meet slate requirements, including not having a certified assessor.

The Trump-Vance transition team announced Tuesday that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Justice, allowing the FBI to conduct background checks and security clearances for cabinet nominees and incoming White House staff. The agreement follows a period of hesitation by the transition team, citing distrust of the FBI. Traditionally, the FBI is responsible for vetting cabinet nominees and managing security clearances, but the process had been delayed due to the lack of an agreement.

Detroit Democratic Mayor Mike Duggan announced that he is running as an independent in the 2026 Michigan gubernatorial race.

Political analyst Mark Halperin expressed skepticism on Tuesday regarding the likelihood of California Governor Gavin Newsom running for president in 2028, despite the governor’s rising popularity among Democratic voters. A recent Emerson College poll showed Newsom trailing only Vice President Kamala Harris, who leads the 2028 Democratic field with 37% support, while Newsom holds 7%.