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The Case Against Trump’s Hand-Picked Prosecutor
In a pivotal court hearing, lawyers for James Comey and Letitia James challenge the authority of new US Attorney Lisa Halligan. Government employees r...
Epstein Email: Trump “Knew About the Girls”
Emails from the late Jeffrey Epstein released by congressional members show several direct references to President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, while the...
Back to Work: House Expected to End Shutdown
House members are expected to end the shutdown as early as today - if they can get back to Washington in time. ByHeart expands its voluntary recall on...
Furious Democrats: Shut Down Schumer
As the Senate officially sends its shutdown-ending resolution to the House, progressive Democrats focus their ire on Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. Th...
Surprise Senate Deal to End Shutdown
In a surprise move, several Senate Democrats cross the aisle to end the shutdown. A series of judicial rulings leaves some SNAP recipients with benefi...
Introducing "The Hand in the Window"
Today, we're sharing something a little different: it's the first episode of the newest true crime series from ABC Audio and 20/20, "The Hand in the W...
Turbulence Ahead: Shutdown Cancels Flights
Federal officials begin canceling flights due to shutdown-induced staffing shortages. The Trump White House finalizes a deal to make obesity drugs che...
The Longest Shutdown in History
With Democrats motivated by election results, the government shutdown hits a new record while consequences mount. Rescue workers are still looking for...
Democrats Dominate Election Night
On an anticipated election night, Democrats cruise to victories up and down the ballot. The Supreme Court prepares to hear a challenge to President Tr...
Election 2025: The Races to Watch Tonight
Voters head to the polls in what is being framed as a referendum on President Trump, along with the Democratic Party. A civil war in Sudan bursts into...
The Midterm Marathon Begins
We’re one year out from the 2026 midterm elections! In a special edition of “Start Here,” Brad will talk to the team about polls, political dynamics,...
The Shutdown’s Scariest Weekend Yet
With SNAP cuts looming this weekend, Americans are also getting health insurance sticker shock. President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping strike a...
The Caribbean Death Toll is Rising
Officials in Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba describe dozens of fatalities in the wake of Hurricane Melissa. An Illinois deputy is convicted of murdering Son...
Hurricane Melissa Hits Jamaica
Hurricane Melissa arrives in Jamaica as a Category 5 storm. Israel fires on Gaza amid escalating hostilities with Hamas. And Amazon lays off more than...
Oh SNAP: Shutdown Threatens Food Programs
States sound the alarm to residents, saying that the government shutdown will pause food program benefits this weekend. Border Patrol Commander Gregor...
J’accuse: Police Make Arrests in Louvre Heist
Police arrest two suspects in the Louvre heist case as they allegedly try to flee France. The White House reaches a framework trade agreement with Chi...
NBA in a Jam: Arrests in Betting Scheme
The FBI arrests 34 suspects, including a current NBA player and coach, in a sweeping gambling investigation. President Trump pardons a cryptocurrency...
Bring the House Down: Trump’s Demolition Plans
Sources tell ABC News the White House’s entire East Wing will be demolished, contrary to some of President Trump’s earlier claims. A military strike i...
Trump-Putin Summit Nixed
Trump’s planned summit with Putin is canceled. Former special counsel Jack Smith disputes claims he tapped senators' phones. And authorities thwart a...
November Pain: How the Shutdown Could End
As Senate Democrats block the GOP’s government funding bill for an 11th time, Washington eyes November for a potential resolution. The 9th Circuit Cou...
Takeaways from "No Kings" Protests
Millions of protesters take to the streets for “No Kings” protests. President Trump threatens foreign aid to Colombia amid growing criticism of milita...
John Bolton Indicted
President Trump’s former National Security Adviser-turned-nemesis John Bolton is indicted by a federal grand jury. Pressure builds to reach a ceasefir...
Will SCOTUS Weaken the Voting Rights Act?
In a far-reaching case, the Supreme Court examines key provisions of the Voting Rights Act. Three weeks after winning a special election, Representati...
Hostages and Prisoners Are Still Coming Home
As Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners are reunited with their families, Israel waits for the return of more hostage remains. The Trump adminis...
The Next Phase of the Gaza Ceasefire
The remaining Israeli hostages are reunited with their families as many questions remain about what comes next in Gaza. New tariffs on lumber and wood...
Israel’s Hostages Come Home
Israeli hostages return from Gaza, as President Trump travels to the Mideast to cement the end to the war in Gaza. Meanwhile, the president starts fol...
How Trump Pushed a Ceasefire Over the Line
The Israeli government signs off on a Gaza ceasefire agreement. New York Attorney General Letitia James is indicted by a federal grand jury. And ABC i...
Ceasefire in Gaza
Israel and Hamas announce a peace deal that could eventually end the war in Gaza. Police arrest the man they believe started the devastating Palisades...
Trump’s New Shutdown Threat
The Trump White House suggests not issuing backpay to furloughed workers after the government shutdown ends. Attorney General Pam Bondi goes on the at...
National Guard’s Next Destination: Chicago
A federal judge declines to block the Trump administration from sending National Guard troops to Chicago. The government shutdown enters its seventh d...
Judge to Trump: No Troops in Portland for Now
A judge issues a restraining order, telling the White House it cannot send any National Guard troops, from any state, to Portland, Oregon. Israel and...
The Sentencing of Sean "Diddy" Combs
In a letter to the judge overseeing his case, Sean “Diddy” Combs says he takes "full responsibility and accountability" for his actions ahead of his s...
The “Imminent” Shutdown Layoffs
The White House warns of “imminent” layoffs of federal workers on the first day of the government shutdown. National Guard troops begin training in Po...
The Shutdown Begins
The federal government shuts down, setting up a bitter, protracted political battle. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth outlines policy changes at the Pen...
Washington Hurtles Toward a Shutdown
Ahead of a midnight deadline tonight, attendees leave a White House meeting predicting a government shutdown. President Trump pressures Hamas with a n...
Church Shooting in Michigan
A shooting at a church in Michigan becomes the latest site of American gun violence. A potential government shutdown looms over Capitol Hill this week...
Vanished: The Search
Today, we're bringing you episode two of the latest true crime podcast from 20/20 and ABC Audio, "Vanished: What Happened to Vanessa."
I...
Vanished: "I’m Gonna Find You"
This weekend, we're sharing something special with you. Today, we're bringing you the first episode of the latest true crime podcast from 20/20 and AB...
James Comey Indicted
U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan secures an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, igniting a potential crisis at the Justice Department. P...
ICE Facility Targeted by Sniper
A sniper opens fire on an immigration facility in Dallas. Sources tell ABC that a new U.S. attorney in Virginia will attempt to charge former FBI Dire...