Trump to be sentenced for New York "hush money" crimes, a historic first as he prepares to retake office
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Appearing in court virtually from his Mar-a-Lago home Friday, President-elect Donald Trump is set to be sentenced for his crimes in the New York "hush money" case, in a moment unlike any other in American history.
Trump and his lawyers fought Manhattan prosecutors at every turn, dating back to the beginning of the "hush money" investigation in 2018. They challenged prosecutors' subpoenas and rulings by Justice Juan Merchan, battling all the way to the Supreme Court multiple times, including an effort this week to stave off Friday's hearing.
On Thursday, the Supreme Court said it would not intervene on Trump's behalf, clearing the way for Merchan to issue his decision. Trump soon after the high court's decision said he had read it and "thought it was a fair decision, actually," noting the Supreme Court justices pointed out he could appeal and that there would be "really…no penalty."
Before wildfires broke out across Los Angeles, the city's fire chief said that budget cuts were hampering the department's ability to respond to emergencies, a department memo shows.
The army of firefighters battling the massive Southern California wildfires includes workers who could otherwise remain safely behind bars.
Over 17,000 doctors are calling on the Senate to reject President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Washington — The Senate appears poised to advance a bill aimed at expanding the federal government's mandate to detain immigrants who are in the country illegally, with Republicans putting the issue front and center in the new Congress.
Washington — The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Friday morning on whether to overturn or delay a law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S. in the coming days.
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has accepted an invitation from President-elect Donald Trump to meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago estate, according to multiple sources familiar with the plans.
During natural disasters like wildfires and hurricanes, people in at-risk areas are often asked to evacuate. It's important to prepare, heed evacuation warnings and remember the six P's of evacuating – a checklist list of the necessities you should pack or take with you whether you are evacuating from a fire or another natural disaster.
The Palisades Fire in California has forced thousands to evacuate their homes, leaving many uncertain if their properties survived. Some residents, determined to find out, made their way back despite the thick smoke, only to discover nothing left but ruins.
TikTok says it plans to shut down the social media site in the U.S. by Jan. 19 unless the Supreme Court strikes down or otherwise delays the effective date of a law aimed at forcing TikTok's sale by its Chinese parent company.
Washington — All five living U.S. presidents are attending Jimmy Carter's funeral at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, a rare occurrence that marks the first time the leaders have gathered publicly since 2018.
Washington — Jimmy Carter's funeral service is underway at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, where the former president will be honored in tributes and through musical selections and performances.