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President Trump increases federal law enforcement presence in DC following violent crime surge

President Donald Trump has directed federal law enforcement to increase its presence throughout Washington, D.C., following a concerning surge in violent crime, including an incident in which a former DOGE worker nicknamed “Big Balls” was brutally beaten in the streets this week.Trump signed an executive order in March establishing the “Making DC Safe and Beautiful Task Force.

Nancy Pelosi says sex changes for trans kids is something she’s working for ‘at the national level’

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday that sex changes for transgender children is something she’s working for “at the national level.”Earlier in the day, Pelosi toured the San Francisco VA Medical Center to review health-system upgrades, research initiatives and—according to a press release from her staff—the threat that House Republicans might slash core veterans’ services.

Defense Secretary Hegseth considers reversing Army ban on aggressive ‘shark attack’ training

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is considering reversing a ban on the “shark attack,” the time-honored aggressive practice used by drill sergeants to train U.S. Army recruits in basic training.The practice was usually employed at the beginning of training by having several drill sergeants swarming trainees and yelling in their faces at the top of their lungs.”It starts at basic training.

AG Bondi offers $50M for arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

Attorney General Pam Bondi on Thursday announced a $50 million reward for information leading to the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.The Justice Department and State Department announced the reward, up from $25 million. The United States has accused Maduro of aiding drug cartels and street gangs, as well as operating a corrupt and repressive regime.

AWOL Dems’ flight from Texas may have been funded illegally by Beto O’Rourke nonprofit

Following reports that former presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke’s nonprofit Powered by People was helping fund Texas state Democrats’ exodus out of the state to halt Republican redistricting efforts, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Wednesday announced he would be launching an investigation into the matter. Texas House Democrats fled the state this week in an attempt to stop Republican efforts to redraw the state’s congressional maps.

Junk food banned from SNAP benefits in 6 more states, a win for MAHA advocates

In a win for Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) advocates, six more states have gotten waivers allowing them to ban soda, candy and other high-sugar junk foods from being purchased through the federally funded, but state-operated Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP. The waivers, which amend the statutory definition of eligible food for purchase under SNAP, were granted to West Virginia, Florida, Colorado, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas.

Ohio senator introduces ‘Holly’s Act’ for woman brutally beaten in viral Cincinnati attack

Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, is introducing “Holly’s Act” after a woman was violently attacked by a mob in Cincinnati late last month – a move aimed at ending what he calls the justice system’s revolving door for repeat offenders.The attack happened around 3 a.m. on July 26 at the intersection of Fourth and Elm streets in Cincinnati’s central business district.

WATCH: Trump hints he will federalize DC soon, bring in National Guard after ‘Big Balls’ attack

In the wake of a former DOGE worker nicknamed “Big Balls” being brutally beaten by gang members in the streets of Washington, D.C., President Donald Trump indicated he is strongly considering taking control of the district to stamp out the rampant crime and violence plaguing the nation’s capital city.He also said that he is considering taking control of the Washington, D.C. police and using the National Guard to stop the violence.

Fox News Politics Newsletter: US Attorney Investigating Adam Schiff

Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content. Here’s what’s happening…-Justice Department weighing release of Ghislaine Maxwell interview-Hunter Biden says he’s started new job with California nonprofit-Fifth Cincinnati brawl suspect’s mugshot released after FBI arrestSen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif.

Trump says JD Vance would be ‘probably favored’ for 2028 Republican presidential nomination

Vice President JD Vance would be favored to secure the Republican nomination for president in 2028, President Donald Trump said Tuesday. Trump was at the South Court Auditorium where he signed an executive order to create a 2028 Los Angeles Olympics task force when senior Fox News White House correspondent Peter Doocy asked him if Vance was likely to become the face of the Make America Great Again movement after noting the president said he wouldn’t be running for a third term.

Hegseth announces return of Confederate memorial to Arlington National Cemetery, removed by ‘woke lemmings’

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Tuesday that “The Reconciliation Monument,” a Confederate memorial, will be returning to Arlington National Cemetery. “I’m proud to announce that Moses Ezekiel’s beautiful and historic sculpture — often referred to as “The Reconciliation Monument” — will be rightfully returned to Arlington National Cemetery near his burial site,” Hegseth wrote on X.

‘All-out war’: Fleeing Texas Dems side with Newsom as redistricting standoff continues: ‘fire with fire’

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he is ready to fight “fire with fire” as state Republican lawmakers try to enact redistricting in Texas, opposing the move though promising to pursue similar measures if needed.At a press conference on Monday, Newsom said he supports independent redistricting, as well as a national framework, and a proposal being advanced in the legislature reinforces what he supports.

WATCH: Ramaswamy takes on claim Black history swept ‘under the table’ at Cincinnati town hall

At a Cincinnati town hall Monday held in the wake of brutal beating of a White woman that went viral online, Vivek Ramaswamy was put on the spot by an audience member who claimed Black history has been swept “under the table” in America.Answering the man’s concerns, the Ohio Republican candidate for governor said, “We have to confront what is true. Not just what makes us comfortable.

Transportation Secretary Duffy to announce nuclear reactor development plan for the moon

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will reportedly announce plans this week to build a nuclear reactor on the moon, according to media reports. NASA has had discussions about the building of a reactor on the lunar surface, but Duffy’s directive gives a more definitive timeline and expedites the process. Duffy also serves as the interim administrator of the space agency.

House Dem declares she is a ‘proud Guatemalan’ before American at Progressive International conference

Several House Democrats, including members of the “Squad,” criticized the United States over the weekend at a conference in Mexico City that questioned U.S. influence and policies, with one lawmaker saying she was prouder to be Guatemalan than American. The second annual Panamerican Congress brought leftist officials from all over North and South America. Those in attendance included Democratic lawmakers: Reps.

Trump says he now ‘loves’ Sydney Sweeney American Eagle ad after learning she’s a registered Republican

President Trump on Sunday reacted positively upon learning actress Sydney Sweeney is a registered Republican, adding that he now finds her viral American Eagle ad campaign to be “fantastic.””She’s a registered Republican?” Trump said in response to a reporter’s question about his thoughts on her political affiliation. “Oh, now I love her ad.

Texas Democrats flee state to block Trump-backed redistricting vote in dramatic legislative move

Dozens of Texas Democrats are fleeing the state to block a redistricting vote that could benefit Republicans, marking a dramatic effort to derail an upcoming legislative process.The lawmakers flew to Chicago where they plan to hold a press conference with Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker later on Sunday, according to local Austin station KVUE.At least 100 members of the 150-member Texas House must be present to conduct business.

Dr. Oz touts investment in Medicaid: ‘I’m trying to save this beautiful program’

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz says the Trump administration plans to invest more than $200 billion “more dollars” into Medicaid following the passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill.” “I’m trying to save this beautiful program, this noble effort, to help folks, giving them a hand up,” Oz told CBS’ “Face the Nation” on Sunday.

Patel fires back at media critics after uncovering secret FBI ‘burn bags’ with classified documents

FBI Director Kash Patel called out the left-wing media Saturday for labeling him a liar over his discovery of a trove of sensitive documents related to the origins of the Trump-Russia probe buried in multiple “burn bags” in a secret room inside the bureau.Sources previously told Fox News Digital the “burn bag” system is used to destroy documents designated as classified or higher.Sources also said multiple burn bags were found and filled with thousands of documents.