Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns from Congress
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) resigned from Congress on Tuesday just before the House Ethics Committee was set to recommend a punishment for her. Why it matters: Cherfilus-McCormick was likely on the cusp of being expelled, with even fellow House Democrats saying they could no longer countenance her continued presence in Congress.The Ethics Committee found Cherfilus-McCormick…
Read MoreNorth Carolina officials to charge adults who allegedly ‘stood by’ teen fight that became mass shooting
Two teenagers were killed and five others wounded in Winston-Salem after pre-planned fight in parkSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxNorth Carolina authorities say they are pursuing criminal charges against adults who allegedly “stood by” a scheduled fight among teenagers that led to a mass shooting that…
Read MoreProsecutors warn Anna Kepner’s stepbrother shouldn’t roam free after alleged cruise ship murder
Prosecutors ask a judge to jail accused teen killer T.H., 16, as his cruise ship murder case moves from juvenile to adult prosecution.
Read MorePatriots coach Vrabel has had ‘difficult’ conversations after publication of Russini photos
Story has led to resignation of NFL reporterVrabel says he is focused on this week’s draftNew England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel has said he has had “difficult” conversations after photographs of him and NFL reporter Dianna Russini were made public earlier this month.Russini resigned from her post at the Athletic after the New York…
Read MoreCalifornia man arrested for allegedly swapping in pasta for Lego pieces then returning them
Irving police department announced bust in pun-filled social media post about alleged $34,000 Lego lootingSo much for using his noodle.A California man pilfered thousands of dollars in Lego toy sets from the retailer Target in a return-based scam, sometimes swapping valuable figurines with dried pasta pieces and before returning the construction-centric toys, authorities recently alleged….
Read MoreVance’s Trip to Islamabad on Hold as U.S. Says Iran Failed to Respond to Its Terms
The delay is another hurdle in the Trump administration’s push to secure an agreement that would curb Iran’s nuclear program.
Read MoreCould the Next Football Hall of Famer Be … Teddy Roosevelt?
A cabinet secretary made the case for the hero of San Juan Hill to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Here’s why.
Read MorePentagon to Stop Requiring Members of Military to Get Flu Vaccines
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called the mandate “overreaching” in announcing the policy change. The vaccine will remain available to service members who want to be inoculated.
Read MoreSenate Republicans Release Budget Measure to Fund ICE Through 2029
The resolution would pave the way for Republicans to push through a $70 billion infusion to pay for immigration enforcement for the remainder of President Trump’s tenure.
Read MoreTrust Trump? Iran’s Doubts Shadow Peace Talks
Iranian leaders fear being burned again by President Trump, who tore up a nuclear agreement reached during the Obama administration after lengthy negotiations.
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