ABC's 'The View' could face investigation probe, FCC chairman suggests

Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr said Thursday he believes it would be "worthwhile" to investigate whether ABC’s daytime talk show "The View" is violating broadcast rules in the wake of Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension.

Senate expected to vote Friday on dueling stopgap bills

U.S. senators are expected to vote Friday on competing stopgap bills that both aim to temporarily fund the government past the Sept. 30 deadline, according to POLITICO.

Senate confirms 48 Trump nominees in single vote

The U.S. Senate has confirmed dozens of President Donald Trump's nominees at once, voting for the first time this session under the chamber's new "nuclear" rules.

Do NYC voters know what's on their ballots? 5 new proposals on the line

New York City voters, be prepared to decide on more than just your next mayor. Here's a breakdown of five new proposals that will be on the ballots come this November.

Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, elected CEO of Turning Point USA

Following her husband Charlie Kirk's assassination, Erika Kirk has been elected CEO and chair of the board for Phoenix-based Turning Point USA.

NJ governor’s race: Where Sherrill, Ciattarelli stand and who’s likely to win | Latest poll

Sherrill has held the lead in every public poll, yet Republicans see an opening after Trump performed better than expected in 2024, losing New Jersey to Vice President Kamala Harris by just six points far closer than his double-digit defeats in 2016 and 2020.

DOJ suing Oregon and Maine as it seeks voter data in multiple states

The Justice Department is requesting voter data, some containing sensitive information, for what the agency argues is needed to ensure state election officials are complying with election laws.

Support Rises, Some Still Doubt Mamdani | Battleground NYC full episode #36: Sep 17, 2025
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Additional endorsements are coming in for Frontrunner Zohran Mamdani, while some top New York politicians are still waiting to give him their support. S.E. will talk about this and other headlines with Ayana Harry, political correspondent for Spectrum News NY1. As we get closer to election day the candidates are doing their best to reach Jewish voters in New York City. Who will walk away with the support of this important group? S.E. will discuss this and more with Amanda Berman, Founder and CEO of Zioness.

Former VP Mike Pence lands teaching role at George Mason University

Former Vice President Mike Pence, who served as VP during President Donald Trump's first term in office, has reportedly taken a new job at George Mason University (GMU). He will be serving as a distinguished professor of practice at the Schar School of Policy and Government, according to FOX News.

Ex-CDC chief warns senators that RFK Jr. is endangering public health

Susan Monarez testified at a Wednesday hearing about disagreements with Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on vaccine policies and losing her job at the CDC weeks later.

Jerry quits Ben & Jerry's after 47 years, says parent company 'silencing' him

Ben & Jerry's co-founder Jerry Greenfield is stepping down from the iconic ice cream brand after 47 years, claiming his progressive political views have been "silenced."

When is Charlie Kirk's funeral? All we know so far

Funeral details for Charlie Kirk have been announced by his nonprofit, Turning Point USA.

Mamdani leads Cuomo, race hinges on key scenarios: New poll

The poll suggests a potential Trump factor: if the president were to encourage Adams and Sliwa to step aside, 57% of voters believe Cuomo would benefit, compared to 39% who say Mamdani would gain.

Dems to propose alternative to GOP stopgap bill as government shutdown looms

On Tuesday, top Congressional Democrats said they opposed House Republicans' stopgap spending bill that would fund the government past the Sept. 30 deadline, and said they plan to offer an alternative bill in its place.

Trump signs executive order, appoints board to mediate LIRR contract dispute

President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order to appoint an emergency board that will be tasked with mediating the ongoing Long Island Railroad contract dispute.

Patel questioned in Senate hearing over Charlie Kirk murder

The FBI director is facing questioning Tuesday over his handling of the Charlie Kirk murder investigation and the firing of several FBI agents.

Gov. Tim Walz announces he's running for reelection

Tim Walz officially announced on Tuesday that he will seek a third term as governor of Minnesota.