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The Latest: Trump says a 3-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire may be 'beginning of the end'

The Latest: Trump says a 3-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire may be 'beginning of the end'

President Donald Trump said Friday the leaders of Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners, saying it could be the "beginning of the end" of the long war between them.

The Latest: Trumps announces a 3-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

The Latest: Trumps announces a 3-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

President Donald Trump said Friday the leaders of Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners, saying it could be the "beginning of the end" of the long war between them.

The Latest: US military says it fired on 2 more Iran-flagged oil tankers trying to break blockade

The Latest: US military says it fired on 2 more Iran-flagged oil tankers trying to break blockade

U.S. Central Command said Friday that its forces have disabled two more Iranian tankers that were trying to breach an American blockade on Iran's ports -- the latest strain on the war's shaky ceasefire.

The Latest: Rubio meets with Italian leaders on Day 2 of US fence-mending visit

The Latest: Rubio meets with Italian leaders on Day 2 of US fence-mending visit

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said he told U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday that Europe needs the United States, and vice versa, as America's top diplomat wrapped up two days of fence-mending talks in Italy and the Vatican following weeks of tensions over the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran.

The Latest: US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz

The Latest: US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military said Thursday that it intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and "targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking U.S. forces."

US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz

US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military said Thursday that it intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and "targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking U.S. forces."

The Latest: GOP lawmakers pass House map carving up majority-Black district in Tennessee

The Latest: GOP lawmakers pass House map carving up majority-Black district in Tennessee

Republican lawmakers in Tennessee enacted a new U.S. House map Thursday that carves up a majority-Black district in Memphis, reshaping it to the GOP's advantage.

The Latest: Rubio meets with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican after Trump's criticism over Iran

The Latest: Rubio meets with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican after Trump's criticism over Iran

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed "efforts to achieve a durable peace in the Middle East" in talks at the Vatican on Thursday aimed at easing tensions following U.S. President Donald Trump's criticisms of Pope Leo XIV.

Rubio meets with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican after Trump's criticism over Iran

Rubio meets with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican after Trump's criticism over Iran

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed "efforts to achieve a durable peace in the Middle East" in talks at the Vatican on Thursday aimed at easing tensions following U.S. President Donald Trump's criticisms of Pope Leo XIV.

The Latest: Rubio arrives at the Vatican to meet with Pope Leo XIV after Trump's criticism over Iran

The Latest: Rubio arrives at the Vatican to meet with Pope Leo XIV after Trump's criticism over Iran

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting the Vatican to mend ties after President Donald Trump's criticisms of Pope Leo XIV and the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran. Rubio's planned audience with Leo was complicated at the last minute by Trump's latest criticism of the Chicago-born pope.

Photos: Ohio and Indiana high-stakes primaries, and a power-shifting race in Michigan

Photos: Ohio and Indiana high-stakes primaries, and a power-shifting race in Michigan

Voters headed to the polls in Indiana and Ohio for pivotal primary elections that will test President Donald Trump's influence within the Republican Party and help shape the road to the midterms. Meanwhile, a closely watched state Senate race in Michigan could determine control of the chamber.

The Latest: Brown wins Ohio Senate Democratic primary, Ramaswamy wins GOP nomination for governor

The Latest: Brown wins Ohio Senate Democratic primary, Ramaswamy wins GOP nomination for governor

The primary election Tuesday in Ohio set up what is expected to be one of the most expensive races for U.S. Senate this year as Republicans try to hold on to the chamber, while biotech billionaire Vivek Ramaswamy will face a challenge from the state's former health director as he seeks to keep the governor's office in GOP hands.

The Latest: Early results in Ohio, Indiana primaries that will test Trump's power and shape midterms

The Latest: Early results in Ohio, Indiana primaries that will test Trump's power and shape midterms

Billionaire biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy clinched the Republican nomination for Ohio governor on Tuesday and will face off this fall against the state's COVID-era health director, Democrat Amy Acton.

The Latest: Primary elections in Indiana and Ohio will test Trump's power and shape midterms

The Latest: Primary elections in Indiana and Ohio will test Trump's power and shape midterms

There are primary elections Tuesday in Ohio and Indiana as well as a key state Senate race in Michigan that will decide control of the chamber.

The Latest: Voters head to the polls for primaries in Ohio and Indiana

The Latest: Voters head to the polls for primaries in Ohio and Indiana

There are primary elections Tuesday in Ohio and Indiana as well as a key state Senate race in Michigan that will decide control of the chamber.

The Latest: US pushes to reopen Strait of Hormuz as Iranian attacks on UAE strain ceasefire

The Latest: US pushes to reopen Strait of Hormuz as Iranian attacks on UAE strain ceasefire

U.S. forces on Monday launched an effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, where hundreds have been stuck since the Iran war began.

The Latest: United Arab Emirates warns of Iranian attacks as US claims progress in Strait of Hormuz

The Latest: United Arab Emirates warns of Iranian attacks as US claims progress in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. forces on Monday launched an effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, where hundreds have been stuck since the Iran war began.

United Arab Emirates warns of Iranian attacks as US claims progress in Strait of Hormuz

United Arab Emirates warns of Iranian attacks as US claims progress in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. forces on Monday launched an effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, where hundreds have been stuck since the Iran war began.

The Latest: Trump launches a new effort to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

The Latest: Trump launches a new effort to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

U.S. forces on Monday launched an effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, where hundreds have been stuck since the Iran war began.

Four New Jersey residents charged with illegally voting and lying on citizenship forms

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) -- Federal prosecutors in New Jersey have charged four residents with illegally voting.

Rep. Andy Barr gets coveted Trump endorsement in Kentucky Senate race to replace McConnell

Rep. Andy Barr gets coveted Trump endorsement in Kentucky Senate race to replace McConnell

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- President Donald Trump on Friday endorsed Kentucky congressman Andy Barr in the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell, the former longtime Senate GOP leader.

The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace plan

The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace plan

Iran has handed over its latest proposal for negotiations with the United States to mediators in Pakistan, Iran's state-run IRNA news agency reported Friday. President Donald Trump subsequently said he's "not satisfied" with it, but did not elaborate on the proposal's apparent shortcomings. The shaky ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran has lasted for three weeks.

The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace

The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace

The Trump administration is arguing that the war in Iran has already ended because of a ceasefire that began in early April, an interpretation that would allow the White House to avoid the need to seek congressional approval.

Trump says he's still considering a taxpayer-funded deal to bail out Spirit Airlines

Trump says he's still considering a taxpayer-funded deal to bail out Spirit Airlines

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump says he's still looking at a taxpayer-funded takeover of Spirit Airlines.

The Latest: Trump administration says war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadline

The Latest: Trump administration says war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadline

President Donald Trump's administration is arguing that the war in Iran has already ended because of the ceasefire that began in early April, an interpretation that would allow the White House to avoid the need to seek congressional approval.

Trump administration says war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadline

Trump administration says war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadline

President Donald Trump's administration is arguing that the war in Iran has already ended because of the ceasefire that began in early April, an interpretation that would allow the White House to avoid the need to seek congressional approval.

Trump administration says war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadline

Trump administration says war in Iran has been 'terminated' before 60-day deadline

President Donald Trump's administration is arguing that the war in Iran has already ended because of the ceasefire that began in early April, an interpretation that would allow the White House to avoid the need to seek congressional approval.

The Latest: Trump signs bill to end Homeland Security shutdown, averting more airport disruptions

The Latest: Trump signs bill to end Homeland Security shutdown, averting more airport disruptions

President Donald Trump has signed legislation funding much of the Department of Homeland Security, but not its immigration enforcement operations, ending the longest shutdown in the agency's history. After weeks of delay, the House voted earlier Thursday for a bipartisan package that would avoid another round of airport disruptions.

The Latest: House votes to end Homeland Security shutdown as Senate grills Hegseth on Iran

The Latest: House votes to end Homeland Security shutdown as Senate grills Hegseth on Iran

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff faced another day of grilling Thursday on Capitol Hill, with senators getting their first opportunity to confront or praise the leaders' handling of the Iran war. The Trump administration is seeking a historic $1.5 trillion military budget for 2027.

Louisiana congressional primaries are suspended as a result of the Supreme Court's ruling

Louisiana congressional primaries are suspended as a result of the Supreme Court's ruling

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) -- Louisiana's congressional primaries won't be going forward as scheduled in May, as a result of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down a majority Black congressional district, the state's top elected officials said Thursday.

Louisiana congressional primaries suspended as a result of Supreme Court ruling, state officials say

Louisiana congressional primaries suspended as a result of Supreme Court ruling, state officials say

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) -- Louisiana's congressional primaries won't be going forward as scheduled in May, as a result of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down a majority Black congressional district, the state's top elected officials said Thursday.

The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war

The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will face a second day of grilling from Democrats on Capitol Hill, with senators getting their first opportunity on Thursday to confront or praise the Pentagon chief over his handling of the Iran war.

The Latest: Supreme Court hears arguments on ending legal protections for Haitian/Syrian migrants

The Latest: Supreme Court hears arguments on ending legal protections for Haitian/Syrian migrants

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Supreme Court on Wednesday weighed the Trump administration's push to end legal protections for Haitians and Syrians as migrants fleeing war and natural disaster.

Former Florida governor Charlie Crist is running for St. Petersburg mayor

Former Florida governor Charlie Crist is running for St. Petersburg mayor

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- Former Florida governor and U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist is seeking yet another office, this time running for mayor of his hometown of St. Petersburg.

Supreme Court weakens a key tool of the Voting Rights Act

Supreme Court weakens a key tool of the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court has weakened a key tool of the Voting Rights Act that has helped root out racial discrimination in voting for more than half a century in a case concerning a Black majority congressional district in Louisiana.

The Latest: Supreme Court weakens a key tool of the Voting Rights Act

The Latest: Supreme Court weakens a key tool of the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court has weakened a key tool of the Voting Rights Act that has helped root out racial discrimination in voting for more than half a century in a case concerning a Black majority congressional district in Louisiana.

The Latest: Supreme Court ruling weakens a key tool of the Voting Rights Act

The Latest: Supreme Court ruling weakens a key tool of the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court has weakened a key tool of the Voting Rights Act that has helped root out racial discrimination in voting for more than half a century in a case concerning a Black majority congressional district in Louisiana.

The Latest: The Supreme Court voids a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana

The Latest: The Supreme Court voids a majority Black congressional district in Louisiana

The Supreme Court has weakened a key tool of the Voting Rights Act that has helped root out racial discrimination in voting for more than half a century in a case concerning a Black majority congressional district in Louisiana.

Man charged with trying to kill Trump at dinner took photo with knife in hotel, investigators say

Man charged with trying to kill Trump at dinner took photo with knife in hotel, investigators say

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The man charged with trying to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner and is accused of trying to kill President Donald Trump took a picture of himself in his hotel room just minutes earlier, outfitted with an ammunition bag, shoulder gun holster and a sheathed knife, investigators said Wednesday in a new court filing.

Man charged with trying to kill President Donald Trump took picture of himself before alleged attack

Man charged with trying to kill President Donald Trump took picture of himself before alleged attack

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The man charged with trying to storm the White House Correspondents' Association dinner and is accused of trying to kill President Donald Trump took a picture of himself in his hotel room just minutes earlier, outfitted with an ammunition bag, shoulder gun holster and a sheathed knife, investigators said Wednesday in a new court filing.

The Latest: Supreme Court to hear arguments on ending legal protections for Haitian/Syrian migrants

The Latest: Supreme Court to hear arguments on ending legal protections for Haitian/Syrian migrants

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Supreme Court will weigh arguments Wednesday over the Trump administration's push to end legal protections for Haitians and Syrians as migrants fleeing war and natural disaster.

The Latest: King Charles visits Washington with hopes of restoring the US-UK relationship

The Latest: King Charles visits Washington with hopes of restoring the US-UK relationship

WASHINGTON (AP) -- King Charles III will embrace some of Washington's most formal ceremonial trappings as he tries to emphasize a bond between the United Kingdom and the United States that is so strong it can withstand the political turmoil of the moment.

Donald Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress under 7 presidents, dies at 88

Donald Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress under 7 presidents, dies at 88

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Donald W. Riegle, who represented Michigan in Congress for nearly three decades under seven presidents, has died, his family said Sunday. He was 88.

A small plane crash near Minneapolis kills North Dakota state legislator and the pilot

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- A small plane crashed just after taking off from Crystal Airport north of Minneapolis on Saturday, killing a North Dakota state legislator and the pilot, authorities said.

The Latest: Trump uninjured after security incident at White House Correspondents' dinner

The Latest: Trump uninjured after security incident at White House Correspondents' dinner

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump was reported uninjured and other top leaders of the United States were evacuated from an annual dinner of White House correspondents on Saturday night after an unspecified threat. There did not immediately appear to be any injuries, and one law-enforcement official said a shooter opened fire.

The Latest: Trump and Vance evacuated from White House Correspondents' Dinner

The Latest: Trump and Vance evacuated from White House Correspondents' Dinner

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump was reported uninjured and other top leaders of the United States were evacuated from an annual dinner of White House correspondents on Saturday night after an unspecified threat. There did not immediately appear to be any injuries, and one law-enforcement official said a shooter opened fire.

The Latest: Trump and Vance evacuated from White House Correspondents Dinner

The Latest: Trump and Vance evacuated from White House Correspondents Dinner

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump was reported uninjured and other top leaders of the United States were evacuated from an annual dinner of White House correspondents on Saturday night after an unspecified threat. There did not immediately appear to be any injuries, and one law-enforcement official said a shooter opened fire.

No visible indication of any injuries after president evacuated from correspondents dinner

WASHINGTON (AP) -- No visible indication of any injuries after president evacuated from correspondents dinner.

Dirk Kempthorne, former Idaho governor and U.S. Interior secretary, dies at 74

BOISE, Idaho (AP) -- Former Idaho Gov. and U.S. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne has died at age 74, his family said in a written statement Saturday.

Appeals court overturns $8.2 million defamation win for Roy Moore

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) -- An appeals court on Friday reversed an $8.2 million defamation verdict awarded to Alabama politician Roy Moore, who sued a super PAC over a 2017 political ad detailing misconduct accusations against him.

Federal officials charge US soldier with using inside info to win $400K bet on Maduro's capture

Federal officials charge US soldier with using inside info to win $400K bet on Maduro's capture

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A U.S. soldier has been charged with using inside information to win $400,000 in an online betting market on Venezuelan President Maduro's capture, federal officials announced Thursday.

Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80

Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80

ATLANTA (AP) -- U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat who was seeking his 13th term in Congress despite challenges from within his party, has died. He was 80.

Another Democrat exits crowded campaign for California governor

Another Democrat exits crowded campaign for California governor

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Another Democrat is exiting the crowded contest for California governor.

Trump signs bill extending controversial surveillance powers until April 30

Trump signs bill extending controversial surveillance powers until April 30

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump on Saturday signed a bill extending a controversial surveillance program until April 30, a short-term renewal that sets up another showdown in Congress.

ICE acting director Todd Lyons will resign at end of May, DHS says

ICE acting director Todd Lyons will resign at end of May, DHS says

WASHINGTON (AP) -- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement acting director Todd Lyons, a key executor of President Donald Trump's mass deportations agenda, will resign at the end of May, federal officials announced Thursday.

FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup 'for sure' despite war

FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup 'for sure' despite war

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup "for sure" despite its war with the United States.

Trump threatens to fire Powell if the Fed Chair remains with central bank after his term ends

Trump threatens to fire Powell if the Fed Chair remains with central bank after his term ends

Federal prosecutors made an unannounced visit this week to a construction site at Federal Reserve headquarters that is the focus of an investigation into a $2.5 billion renovation project, according to two people familiar with the visit.

Trump threatens to fire Powell if the Fed Chair decides to stay on after his term ends next month

Trump threatens to fire Powell if the Fed Chair decides to stay on after his term ends next month

President Donald Trump has again threatened to fire Jerome Powell if the Federal Reserve Chair decides to stay on the central bank's governing board after his term as chair expires next month.

Republican Clay Fuller sworn in to take House seat formerly held by Marjorie Taylor Greene

Republican Clay Fuller sworn in to take House seat formerly held by Marjorie Taylor Greene

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Republican Rep. Clay Fuller of Georgia was sworn into office Tuesday after winning a special election to take the congressional seat formerly held by Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Wife of man who shot lost DoorDash driver admits to deleting doorbell video of the incident

GOSHEN, N.Y. (AP) -- The wife of a New York man who was recently convicted of shooting and wounding a lost DoorDash delivery driver has admitted to deleting doorbell camera video of the incident.