Few Americans support 'Lake America' name, poll finds

A majority of Americans ‌oppose President Donald Trump's order to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America," a new poll found.

Video shows moment FBI confronts former Congressman Eric Swalwell at SFO

Newly obtained video footage shows the moment former Congressman Eric Swalwell was confronted by federal agents at San Francisco International Airport.

Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax being challeged in court
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The rollout of Mayor Zohran Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax is being challenged in a Staten Island courtroom. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay breaks it down.

DHS restricts international student internships to mandatory degree requirements
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Under updated guidelines from the Department of Homeland Security, F-1 visa holders can now only participate in off-campus internships if the work is explicitly required for all students to graduate. In response to the strict rules and potential loss of visa program eligibility, several major universities have temporarily paused processing these internship authorizations to review their compliance policies.

Treasury Department restricts journalists from covering North Carolina G20 meeting

Several news outlets have been denied press credentials to cover a major international finance gathering in North Carolina, raising concerns over media transparency.

Flock cameras must be pulled from Florida state roads within 30 days, DeSantis orders

Florida transportation officials are ordering local law enforcement agencies to remove automated license plate readers from state highway rights of way, citing privacy concerns, reports of misuse and the rapid expansion of surveillance technology.

'She's the most pro-criminal governor': Bruce Blakeman on Hochul handling crime
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Nassau County Executive and Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman speaks with FOX 5 NY's Lisa Evers about the role the governor has in combatting crime, specifically calling out Gov. Kathy Hochul's stance on handling crime.

Challenger calls Mass senator 'too old' for another term

A candidate in a Massachusetts senate race is raising questions about a veteran lawmaker's age, joining a wave of midterm challengers taking on longtime incumbents.

US-Mexico trade negotiations hung up by cheese name dispute

The U.S. argues that names like parmesan and feta are generic, while the European Union says they should only be labeled as such if they're from certain parts of Italy or Greece.

Milo Yiannopoulos deported to UK after ICE arrest at New Orleans airport

British far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos was deported to the United Kingdom after U.S. immigration authorities accused him of overstaying his visa.

Politics Unusual: NJ Transit president, NYS Sen. Gournardes
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In this special episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's Teresa Priolo speaks with NJ Transit President and CEO Kris Kolluri about the $4 million loss during the World Cup. Also, a conversation with State Senator Andrew Gounardes about protecting children from the negative effects of social media.

Judge again blocks Trump administration's attempt to restrict mail-in ballots

A federal judge stalled President Donald Trump’s order limiting mail-in voting, creating a legal roadblock before midterm ballots go out to voters.

Lake Ontario renaming: Rep. Dingell introduces legislation to block Trump's order

Following an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, the U.S. Department of Interior will now refer to Lake Ontario as Lake America. Now, House Democrats are looking for ways to reverse this decision.

Who will replace Karoline Leavitt?

Thursday is Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s last day at the White House. 

Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, further deepening the rift between the U.S. and what was once one of its strongest allies.

Blakeman says Nassau County must comply with 'terrible' ICE law
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman says Nassau County will comply with the new state law banning state and local facilities from being used by federal immigration agents. FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay has the latest.