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The Latest: Trump scores another win against Republican rival with Rep. Thomas Massie’s primary loss

The Latest: Trump scores another win against Republican rival with Rep. Thomas Massie’s primary loss

President Donald Trump has scored another win against a Republican rival, dislodging Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s primary and knocking out one of his most outspoken critics on Capitol Hill

At White House briefing, Vance says Iran war won’t be 'forever'

At White House briefing, Vance says Iran war won’t be 'forever'

By Humeyra Pamuk WASHINGTON, May 19 (Reuters) - Vice President JD Vance reassured Americans on Tuesday that President Donald Trump's war with Iran will not become a "forever war," using a White House briefing to defend his boss's policies as speculation about his potential successor builds.

The Latest: Officers who faced Jan. 6 rioters sue to block payouts from ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

The Latest: Officers who faced Jan. 6 rioters sue to block payouts from ‘anti-weaponization’ fund

Two police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol from an attack by a mob of President Donald Trump’s supporters have sued to block anyone from receiving payouts from a new nearly $1.8 billion settlement fund for people who claim to be victims of politically motivated prosecutions

The Latest: US government will permanently drop tax claims against Trump as part of IRS lawsuit deal

The Latest: US government will permanently drop tax claims against Trump as part of IRS lawsuit deal

The U.S. government agreed to permanently drop tax claims against President Donald Trump as part of a settlement deal to resolve Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the leak of his tax returns

For Vance and Rubio, the road to 2028 takes a turn through the White House briefing room

For Vance and Rubio, the road to 2028 takes a turn through the White House briefing room

The earliest signals of a presidential race normally involve such subtle positioning from candidates that it’s become known as the “shadow primary.”

President Trump's Focus on Personal Agenda Threatens GOP Midterm Prospects

President Trump's Focus on Personal Agenda Threatens GOP Midterm Prospects

In the lead-up to the 2026 midterm elections, President Trump has shifted his focus from policy achievements to personal projects, potentially jeopardizing the Republican Party's chances of maintaining control in Congress. Initially, Trump pursued an aggressive right-wing agenda, but by mid-2025, he began concentrating on the midterms, intervening in Republican primaries and engaging in gerrymandering efforts. Despite these efforts, Trump's recent actions, including controversial projects like a billion-dollar White House ballroom and a fund for 'weaponization and lawfare' victims, have raised concerns among Republicans. His focus on personal and family enrichment, coupled with attacks on GOP members, threatens to undermine the party's electoral prospects.

Vance says 'a lot of progress' made in Iran talks

Vance says 'a lot of progress' made in Iran talks

WASHINGTON, May 19 (Reuters) - U.S. Vice President JD Vance said on Tuesday the United States and Iran have made a lot of progress in their talks and neither side wants to see a resumption of the military campaign. "We think that we've made a lot of progress.

President Trump Intensifies Campaign Against GOP Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky Primary

President Trump Intensifies Campaign Against GOP Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky Primary

President Trump has launched a vigorous campaign to unseat GOP Rep. Thomas Massie in the Kentucky primary, endorsing former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein. Massie, known for his independent stance within the Republican Party, has often clashed with party leadership, notably by leading efforts to release the Justice Department's records on Jeffrey Epstein. Trump's endorsement of Gallrein has turned this primary into the most expensive House race in U.S. history, with over $32 million spent on advertisements. Trump has criticized Massie for frequently opposing Republican legislation and has mobilized significant resources, including a super PAC, to support Gallrein. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has also campaigned in Kentucky, emphasizing Massie's opposition to Trump's agenda, particularly regarding U.S. foreign policy.

Kentucky Congressional Race Becomes Most Expensive in U.S. History Amid Trump Endorsement

Kentucky Congressional Race Becomes Most Expensive in U.S. History Amid Trump Endorsement

The primary race for Kentucky's Fourth Congressional District, currently held by Rep. Thomas Massie, has become the most expensive House primary in U.S. history. Massie, a libertarian-leaning Republican, is seeking an eighth term but faces a strong challenge from Ed Gallrein, a Trump-endorsed GOP candidate. The race has seen over $32.6 million in political ad spending, with Gallrein spending nearly $11 million and Massie $7.6 million. President Trump has actively campaigned against Massie, criticizing him for opposing key parts of his agenda, including a $2 trillion COVID-19 stimulus package. The race is seen as a test of Trump's influence within the Republican Party, following his successful endorsement of Rep. Julia Letlow over Sen. Bill Cassidy in Louisiana.

US Senator Durbin urges RFK. Jr to resist easing vape rules

US Senator Durbin urges RFK. Jr to resist easing vape rules

By Emma Rumney LONDON, May 20 (Reuters) - U.S. Senator Dick Durbin on Wednesday urged Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to resist an easing of rules on flavoured vapes, saying the moves were short-sighted and driven by lobbying and donations from big tobacco companies.

The Latest: Blanche will face questions from lawmakers over a fund to compensate Trump allies

The Latest: Blanche will face questions from lawmakers over a fund to compensate Trump allies

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche will appear on Capitol Hill for his first congressional testimony since taking the reins at the Justice Department, as the agency faces intense scrutiny over its plans to create a $1.776 billion fund to pay allies of President Donald Trump who believe they were targeted politically

Democratic senators call for 2020 election denier Kurt Olsen's removal from post

Democratic senators call for 2020 election denier Kurt Olsen's removal from post

By Erin Banco WASHINGTON, May 18 (Reuters) - A group of Democratic lawmakers is calling for the removal of Kurt Olsen, the White House’s election security czar, claiming his time working as a special government employee had surpassed the legal limit.