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July 28

First to ABC: DNC ramps up anti-redistricting efforts in Texas

"The DNC is all hands on deck," chair Ken Martin said.
July 28
A state trooper keeps watch over the Rotunda at the Texas Capitol as the House calls a Special Session, Monday, July 21, 2025, in Austin.
July 28

RFK Jr. considers firing members of advisory panel: Source

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to oust all members of a task force that recommends which preventive health services be covered by insurance, according to a source. 
July 28
RFK Jr. considers firing members of advisory panel: Source
July 27

Trump announces new trade deal with European Union

President Donald Trump announced the new trade deal while meeting with EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday.
July 27
VIDEO: Trump announces new trade deal with European Union
July 27

Situation in Gaza is 'catastrophic,' Save the Children's humanitarian director says

Rachael Cummings says the number of malnourished children in Gaza is growing.
July 27
A military transport aircraft drops humanitarian aid over the northern Gaza Strip, on July 27, 2025.
July 27

GOP Rep. Massie wants more from Epstein estate than his reported ‘birthday book’

Bipartisan bill would force a House vote on releasing Epstein files.
July 27
Reps. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., left, and Ro Khanna, D-Calif., appear on "This Week With George Stephanopoulos" on Sunday, July 27, 2025.
July 27

'This Week' Transcript 7-27-25: Rep. Ro Khanna and Rep. Thomas Massie

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, July 27.
July 27
Rep. Ro Khanna waits to address a group in Dearborn, Mich., on Feb. 22, 2024, | Rep. Thomas Massie attends the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol, on January 20, 2025 in Washington, D.C.
July 27

Govs. Walz, Kelly to leave National Governors Association: Sources

The national bipartisan organization brings together state leaders.
July 27
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz speaks at a campaign rally in Cobb County, Ga., Nov. 3, 2024.
July 26

This week’s top Trump headlines

The latest on President Donald Trump’s “working visit” to Scotland focused on his golf properties and ongoing trade talks, and more.
July 26
VIDEO: This week’s top Trump headlines
July 26

Texas Democrats escalate their fight against possible Republican-led redistricting

Changes to Texas' map could help Republicans insulate their House majority.
July 26
The State Capitol is seen, July 21, 2025, in Austin, Texas.
July 26

House Democrats seek 'birthday book' from Epstein estate

The request doesn’t carry the weight of a congressional subpoena.
July 26
President Donald Trump looks on as he plays golf at the Trump Turnberry Golf Courses, in Turnberry on the south west coast of Scotland on July 26, 2025.
July 26

Some of Mamdani’s platform is surprisingly similar to Bloomberg's, experts say

Bloomberg spent $8 million backing Cuomo's bid to become the Democratic nominee.
July 26
 New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani attends the 2025 New York City Pride March on June 29, 2025, in New York. | Mike Bloomberg, former Mayor of New York and CEO of Bloomberg L.P., leaves lunch at the Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference on July 12, 2023, in Sun Valley, Idaho.
July 25

What temporary pause of IBR plan's student loan forgiveness means for borrowers

One expert said the education department has to "own" and "fix" the problem.
July 25
In this Sept. 23, 2020, file photo, the Department of Education building is shown in Washington, D.C.
July 25

Trump administration releasing $6 billion in education funding it withheld

English language acquisition, teacher development and more are being unfrozen.
July 25
The US Department of Education building is seen in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 13, 2025.
July 25

Jordan, other countries could airdrop aid into Gaza as humanitarian crisis worsens

Emergency airdrops could land as ceasefire talks have collapsed.
July 25
Palestinians gather to receive food from a charity kitchen, amid a hunger crisis, in Nuseirat, central Gaza Strip, July 20, 2025.
July 25

Trump arrives in Scotland for 'working visit' focused on golf properties, trade talks

Some protests are being planned in response to the president's trip.
July 25
Trump supporters watch on as a plane carrying President Donald Trump arrives at Prestwick Airport, as he begins his five-day private trip to the country, July 25, 2025.
July 25

Rep. Ro Khanna and Rep. Thomas Massie, Sunday on "This Week"

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, July 27, 2025.
July 25
July 25

Disgraced congressman George Santos to begin sentence

Scandal-plagued former Rep. George Santos is set to report to federal prison to begin a seven-year sentence for wire fraud and identity theft.
July 25
VIDEO: Disgraced congressman George Santos to begin sentence
July 25

Habba set to remain as top prosecutor in New Jersey after White House maneuver

The move appears to take advantage of the Federal Vacancies Reform Act.
July 25
Alina Habba, counselor to President Donald Trump, attends the commencement ceremony at West Point Military Academy in West Point, New York, May 24, 2025.
July 25

Trump dodges questions about potential clemency for Maxwell

When asked about trusting Maxwell, who has been deemed as untrustworthy by prosecutors, Trump said he had faith in Blanche, who previously served as Trump's criminal attorney.
July 25
VIDEO: Trump dodges questions about potential clemency for Maxwell
July 25

What to know about Trump's Scotland golf courses, British Open bid amid overseas trip

The Trump Organization has golf resorts in Turnberry and Aberdeenshire.
July 25
Mounted police patrol in front of the hotel at Trump Turnberry Golf Courses, in Turnberry on the south west coast of Scotland, July 25, 2025, prior to the arrival of U.S. President.
July 24

Longtime Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell initiated DOJ meeting: Sources

Maxwell's serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking and other crimes.
July 24
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche arrives for a meeting with Ghislaine Maxwell in Tallahassee, Fla., July 24, 2025.
July 24

Education Secretary Linda McMahon says Columbia deal is a 'cultural change'

U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon on Thursday told ABC News she is "incredibly pleased" with the $220 million deal the Trump administration struck with Columbia University.
July 24
U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon on Thursday told ABC News she is "incredibly pleased" with the $220 million deal the Trump administration struck with Columbia University.
July 24

Justice Elena Kagan urges caution after pro-Trump rulings

The Supreme Court justice spoke about recent rulings on the emergency docket.
July 24
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court John Roberts, Justice Elena Kagan and Justice Brett Kavanaugh attend President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress at the Capitol, March 4, 2025.
July 24

Columbia deal is a 'cultural change' for universities: McMahon

McMahon told ABC News she is "incredibly pleased" with Columbia University deal.
July 24
Education Secretary Linda McMahon, talks to her staff as they wait on the North Lawn of the White House for a TV interview, July 15, 2025.
July 24

Trump advocates for lower interest rates, says he won’t fire Jerome Powell

After touring the Federal Reserve, President Donald Trump called for lower interest rates and said he believes Fed Chair Jerome Powell will “do the right thing,” despite their past policy clashes.
July 24
After touring the Federal Reserve, President Donald Trump called for lower interest rates and said he believes Fed Chair Jerome Powell will “do the right thing,” despite their past policy clashes.
July 24

GOP Rep. Pete Sessions weighs in on Ghislaine Maxwell subpoena

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer on Wednesday issued a subpoena to Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted associate of Jeffrey Epstein.
July 24
VIDEO: GOP Rep. Pete Sessions weighs in on Ghislaine Maxwell subpoena
July 24

'Get it all out': Senate GOP grapples with Epstein case amid reports on Trump ties

Sen. Lindsey Graham called on Trump to "Be as transparent as you can."
July 24
Sen. Lindsay Graham speaks to reporters at the U.S. Capitol Building on February 12, 2025 in Washington.
July 24

How Hulk Hogan came to endorse Trump in 2024

Trump paid tribute to Hogan, writing he "was MAGA all the way."
July 24
In this July 18, 2024, file photo, professional entertainer and wrestler Hulk Hogan rips his shirt as he speaks on stage on the fourth day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
July 24

Trump set to visit Fed in rare move by a sitting president

President Doanld Trump has repeatedly criticized the Fed, an independent federal agency. ABC News' Karen Travers reports.
July 24
VIDEO: Trump set to visit Fed in rare move by a sitting president
July 24

Texas Republicans might redraw congressional maps

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s recent decision to consider redrawing his state’s congressional districts has prompted Democrats to issue threats to draw Republicans out of seats.
July 24
VIDEO: Texas Republicans might redraw congressional maps
July 24

Deputy AG arrives for meeting with Ghislaine Maxwell

The meeting between Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and Ghislaine Maxwell is occurring in downtown Tallahassee at the U.S. attorney's office.
July 24
The meeting between Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche and Ghislaine Maxwell is occurring in downtown Tallahassee at the U.S. attorney's office.
July 24

Here's what prosecutors said about Ghislaine Maxwell 3 years ago

A 2022 memo from prosecutors cast doubt on her honesty.
July 24
Ghislaine Maxwell attends VIP Evening of Conversation for Women's Brain Health Initiative, Oct. 18, 2016, in New York.
July 24

Rep. Burchett on Ghislaine Maxwell subpoena

Tennessee Republican representative Tim Burchett breaks down the House of Representatives’ effort to subpoena Ghislaine Maxwell and what they hope to learn from her about Jeffrey Epstein.
July 24
VIDEO: Rep. Burchett on effort to subpoena Ghislaine Maxwell
July 24

House GOP heads home for recess, sure to face Epstein questions when they get there

"It's not going to go away over August," one GOP congressman says.
July 24
Rep. Tim Burchett speaks to the media after the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass President Donald Trump's sweeping spending and tax bill, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., July 3, 2025.
July 23

Justice Department faces subpoena over Epstein files by House Oversight Committee

It came the same day Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell was subpoenaed.
July 23
Audrey Strauss, acting U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, points to a photo of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, during a news conference in New York on July 2, 2020.
July 23

Senate begins appropriations process against government shutdown deadline

The Senate took a step toward approving its first appropriation bill, agreeing to advance military construction and Veterans Affairs spending in a 90-8 vote.
July 23
The Senate took a step toward approving its first appropriation bill, agreeing to advance military construction and Veterans Affairs spending in a 90-8 vote.
July 23

House Oversight Committee issues subpoena for Ghislaine Maxwell

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer on Wednesday issued a subpoena to Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted associate of Jeffrey Epstein. ABC News’ Perry Russom has the latest
July 23
VIDEO: House Oversight Committee issues subpoena for Ghislaine Maxwell
July 23

Trump makes deal with Japan as tariff deadline looms

ABC News’ Selina Wang discusses the impact of the new trade deal with Japan, including the response from American automakers.
July 23
VIDEO: Trump makes deal with Japan as tariff deadline looms
July 23

Trump administration's new AI plan focuses on deregulation, beating China

The plan outlines over 90 federal actions focused on expanding AI in America.
July 23
Donald Trump gestures to the press at the end of a reception with Republican members of Congress at the White House in Washington, DC on July 22, 2025.
July 23

Florida judge rules Epstein grand jury records will remain sealed

The records were related to grand juries convened in West Palm Beach.
July 23
This photo provided by the New York State Sex Offender Registry shows Jeffrey Epstein, March 28, 2017.
July 23

Both parties promise bipartisanship to pass spending bills before shutdown deadline

Democrats strategize on how to use their leverage in the funding fight.
July 23
Senate Majority Leader John Thune speaks to reporters following the weekly Republican luncheons at the Capitol in Washington, July 22, 2025.
July 23

GOP Sen. Tillis says Epstein files could impact midterm prospects

Tillis predicted it will be an issue "all the way through next year's election."
July 23
Sen. Thom Tillis takes the Senate subway at the Capitol Building, June 30, 2025. Republican leaders are pushing to get President Donald Trump's "One, Big, Beautiful Bill" Act through Congress and to his desk before the July 4 Independence Day holiday.
July 23

Schools face uncertainty with budget cuts, but some welcome funding reevaluation

"There's going to be a direct impact in every single school in our nation."
July 23
A sign marks the location of the Department of Education headquarters building on June 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
July 23

Trump announces 'largest" trade deal with Japan

President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that a trade deal has been made with Japan, posting on his social media platform that the country will invest $550 billion into the U.S.
July 23
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that a trade deal has been made with Japan, posting on his social media platform that the country will invest $550 billion into the U.S.
July 23

What Republican senators are now saying about Trump admin's education funding freeze

GOP senators are now turning to Education Secretary Linda McMahon for help.
July 23
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks with media following a meeting with the prime minister on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Monday, July 21, 2025.
July 22

Judge overseeing DOJ Epstein grand jury records request asks for more information

The judge said he would rule on the motion "expeditiously."
July 22
This undated trial evidence image obtained December 8, 2021, from the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York shows British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell and U.S. financier Jeffrey Epstein.
July 22

Airdrops in South Sudan deliver food amid conflict as US shifts foreign aid approach

Humanitarian agencies have long wrestled over the costly and difficult method.
July 22
The non-governmental organization Nile Hope collected bags of food that were airdropped by Fogbow in June and distributed them to families.
July 22

Trump accuses Obama of 'treason'

President Donald Trump pushed conspiracy theories about former president Barack Obama on Tuesday, accusing him of treason without providing evidence regarding the 2016 presidential election.
July 22
President Donald Trump pushed conspiracy theories about former president Barack Obama on Tuesday, accusing him of treason without providing evidence regarding the 2016 presidential election.
July 22

Johnson ending legislative session early over Epstein controversy

The speaker took aim at Rep. Thomas Massie who wants more transparency.
July 22
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., stops to answer reporters about calls to release documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, at the Capitol in Washington, Monday, July 21, 2025.
July 22

Republicans want to rename the Kennedy Center Opera House for Melania Trump

Democrats say Republicans "snuck in" the "divisive" plan to Trump's tax bill.
July 22
Democrats say Republicans "snuck in" the "divisive" plan to Trump's tax bill.