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Pro-Trump ad campaign was financed by DHS: Sources

The Trump administration used funds from Homeland Security to air TV ads featuring President Donald Trump in recent days, according to sources familiar with the matter.

Another Trump loyalist helping lead probe into Trump investigations resigns

Another Trump loyalist tasked to help lead a controversial conspiracy probe targeting President Trump's political foes has resigned from the DOJ, sources say.

Trump celebrates Senate passage of legislation to overhaul college sports

The Senate passed the act with a vote of 77-22 on Monday night.

WATCH: Used GLP-1 injector pens causing injury to sanitation workers: Officials

New York City has increased the fine to $250 for those who do not properly dispose of their medical sharps.

Trump touts America.gov, but government-sourced AI answers undercut many statements

The Trump administration has launched a revamped website, America

Lindsay Clancy's attorney argues there's 'no evidence' she killed her children

A judge declared a mistrial in the case three weeks ago.

Hurricane Polo makes Baja landfall, headed for a 2nd in Mexico

Hurricane Polo made landfall in Baja California overnight and is expected to make a second landfall on the mainland of Mexico on Tuesday.

Is the world safer from AI risk after the Trump-Xi summit?

AI poses a shared risk for the countries, but competition looms, analysts said.

WATCH: Holiday airfare prices hit highest levels in a decade

Transportation correspondent Gio Benitez reports on elevated airfares as industry analysts warn travelers could be stuck paying higher fares for months, even if fuel prices fall.

ABC News' Will Reeve reveals testicular cancer diagnosis

Reeve got married in January 2026 and received a cancer diagnosis just months later.

WATCH: Future Hall of Famer Justin Verlander talks emotional moment on the mound

The MLB great, in his first interview since retiring, tells “GMA” about the emotional moment with his daughter and what’s next for him.

Hurricane Polo makes landfall in Baja California, 'life-threatening' winds forecast

Hurricane Polo has made landfall in Baja California with flash flooding and winds described by forecasters as a “life-threatening.”

UK air base 'terrorism' plot probe continues after suspects released on bail

Police roadblocks and a cordon remained in place in the southwestern British village of Whelford on Tuesday morning near RAF Fairford.

Ex-special counsel Jack Smith tells lawmakers 'I stand by' decisions to charge Trump

Former special counsel Jack Smith appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee to defend his two criminal probes into President Donald Trump.

Top AI leaders to meet at White House

The meeting comes as AI leaders are issuing dire warnings about the threat of AI and calling for steps to slow it down before it outsmarts humans.

Officials looking into possible new ransom note related to Nancy Guthrie

Authorities are looking into the possibility of a new ransom note related to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie

Dennis Haskins, Principal Belding in 'Saved By The Bell,' dies at 75

Dennis Haskins, who is best known for his role on the hit sitcom "Saved By The Bell," has died at 75, his agent confirmed to ABC News.

WATCH: Video shows woman's terrifying rescue from rough surf in the Bahamas

Members of the public and two lifeguards jumped into the water to save her.

DA defends decision not to prosecute alleged Cornell 'gang rape' case in 2024

“If what was said on social media about this case was true, those fraternity members would be in prison right now,” Van Houten told ABC News.

Newsom signs California law banning sales of single-use, battery-powered vapes

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law banning the sale of single-use, battery-powered vapes to combat plastic pollution

WATCH: Nor'easter leaves trail of damage from New York to Maine

Multiple neighborhoods flooded and hundreds of flights have been delayed or canceled.

Caleb Flynn denies killing wife in interview played in court during murder trial

Caleb Flynn, 40, a former pastor who once appeared as a contestant on "American Idol," is on trial for the murder of his 37-year-old wife, Ashley Flynn.

WATCH: Instagram AI adds a new twist to relationship ‘soft launches’

Dating and relationship coach Anwar White weighs in on using Instagram’s AI tools to blur or pixelate a romantic partner.

Pentagon breach exposed sensitive data on nearly 3 million people

The breach included Social Security numbers and details about jobs people held.

White House airs more taxpayer-funded ads promoting Trump

The federal government has spent at least $1.7 million to air three different TV ads featuring President Donald Trump in recent days, according to an estimate from AdImpact, which tracks and analyzes political ad spending across television, digital and connected TV channels. Critics say the ads could violate federal…

Chuck Grassley, oldest sitting senator, laments dying in office under a Dem governor

"I don't want a Democrat governor choosing my successor," Grassley said.

Alito steps aside in a major climate case after scrutiny over oil stock holdings

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has recused himself from a major climate-change case

US officials deny there are plans to sell weapons to China

It comes after the U.S. ambassador to China said Trump offered to sell American arms to China.

WATCH: Stars of Outlander prequel preview season two and where they would time travel to

ABC News' Linsey Davis talks to "Outlander: Blood of my Blood," stars Jeremy Irvine and Hermione Corfield on season two of the hit show, time traveling and their years-long friendship.

FBI co-Deputy Director Andrew Bailey resigns

Federal Bureau of Investigation co-Deputy Director Andrew Bailey is resigning from the bureau to spend time with his family, he announced in a post on social media.

Trump administration rolls back fuel economy standards for automakers

The government claims the change could save Americans $138B over the next five years.

WATCH: 1-on-1 with Evan Gershkovich: ABC News exclusive

George Stephanopoulos sits down with the Wall Street Journal reporter to talk about his new memoir, his arrest in Russia on fake espionage charges and life behind bars for nearly a year and a half.

WATCH: SpaceX Starship splashes down after successful 1st orbital flight test

The 14th test flight of SpaceX's Starship successfully achieved orbit Monday morning and splashed down in the Pacific just before noon.

Democrats press HHS over legal representation of migrant children

Congressional Democrats are pressing health officials following the government's decision to end a contract with groups that provide legal support to migrant children.

3rd suspect charged with murder in death of Tasia Fortune, who was found hanging

A third suspect was arrested on murder charges in the death of Tasia Fortune, a 29-year-old Black mother of four whose body was found hanging from a tree in Jackson.

Trump announces new Iowa steel plant project

The project, which will be built by Mesabi Metallics in Iowa, is the first mega-steel plant built in the United States since the 1960s.

UK air base latest: Suspects arrested on terror charges released on bail

The five men arrested on terror charges near Royal Air Force Fairford in the United Kingdom have been released on bail after "extensive interviews."

Nvidia unveils security platform to stop AI agents from going rogue

Nvidia has unveiled a new security platform designed to prevent AI agents from going rogue

SpaceX Starship splashes down after successful 1st orbital flight test

The 14th test flight of SpaceX's Starship, the world’s largest and most powerful rocket and spacecraft, successfully achieved orbit Monday morning.

WATCH: Justin Verlander’s emotional final start

Justin Verlander left the final start of his 21-year career to an unexpected farewell from his 7-year-old daughter, who sprinted to the mound for a hug.

WATCH: Biggest 2026 VMA moments, from Taylor Swift to Madonna

The 2026 MTV Music Awards, which celebrates the achievements in video storytelling and music videos over the past year, was held in Los Angeles and hosted by Snoop Dogg.

Nor'easter weakens after deadly battering of Northeast

The nor'easter is weakening and drifting slowly northeast from Long Island, New York, to Massachusetts on Monday.

Congo Ebola outbreak tops 8,000 confirmed cases as disease remains out of control

The number of confirmed Ebola cases in Congo has surged past 8,000 as the country struggles with a shortage of health workers

Iran live updates: Tehran waiting for US response to 7-point proposal, Araghchi says

President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28.

WATCH: Powerful nor'easter batters much of the East Coast

Gusty winds, heavy rain and flooding triggered power outages across the Northeast, with one dead in New York City.

Man arrested after woman found dead in New York City's Central Park

A 911 caller reported finding the body near a walking trail, police said, adding that her identity is being withheld pending investigation.

Madonna returns to VMAs stage after 23 years with star-studded performance

The music icon kicked off the night with a star-studded performance packed with surprise guests.

District attorney reopens case of alleged Cornell University 'gang rape'

Prosecutors in central New York say they are reopening the case of alleged gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity.

3 dead, 4 hurt in shooting at Detroit strip club, police say

An argument turned into gunfire at an after-hours strip club in Detroit.

Hurricane Nolo lashes Hawaii as new threat of 'volcanic hail' arises

Millions of Hawaii residents are on alert as Hurricane Nolo closes in and is forecast to bring heavy rain and winds.

Sen. Mark Kelly says Democrats have to 'do a better job'

On "This Week," Sen. Mark Kelly discussed the midterms, war with Iran and AI.

Pope blasts assisted dying as 'false compassion'

Pope Leo XIV has criticized the legalization of medically assisted death.

Blanche addresses White House press ban, calls access 'a privilege ... not a right'

Attorney General Todd Blanched joined "This Week" Sunday amid ongoing litigation between several media outlets and the administration over access to the White House.

Nor'easter turns deadly as it lashes Northeast with rain, wind and flooding

Separate mass shootings in South Africa townships leave at least 27 people dead

UK police arrest 5 men under terrorism, explosives acts close to US air base

City council candidate faces 'riot participation' charge for ICE shooting protest

House Dems plan oversight of Trump administration; impeachment an option

Democrats are preparing an agenda if the party sweeps control in November.

WATCH: Dolly Day celebrated across the US

ABC News' Will Ganss rounds up how fans across the country celebrated Dolly Day, honoring Dolly Parton's legacy and generosity.

Nor'easter brings strong winds, coastal flooding and high waves to East Coast

White House orders over $800M in funds rescinded

The White House announced Friday evening that it was rescinding over $800 million in congressionally appropriated funds across a range of government programs.

WATCH: Dolly Parton Day celebrated by millions across America

WATCH: 2 arrested in mysterious New York City sewers case

Two men from Queens have been charged with trespassing and conspiracy after police say they were spotted slipping into a manhole on Manhattan's Upper East Side.

Trump-Xi takeaways: White House touts progress on AI, Iran and exports

The stakes were high during the meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

'Extremely sensitive medical data' for FBI agents among hacked records: Report

WATCH: The annual Fat Bear Week tournament is underway

Mike Fitz, resident naturalist for Explore.org, breaks down the competition where people vote for the fattest bear of the year.

Judge finds Trump administration in contempt for twice deporting asylum-seeker

Supreme Court shuts down Missouri redistricting saga in final rebuff to GOP

Candidates are increasingly dropping debates. Here's what it means for voters

Fewer than half of Senate races will have candidate debates this year.

More Republicans running in close races calling for end to Iran war

Several Republicans running in competitive races are joining growing calls in their party to end the Iran war with less than 40 days until the midterms.

Tasia Fortune's hanging was 'staged' after her death in a drug dispute, police say

New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell resigns after ethics probe

Dale Caldwell resigned Friday as lieutenant governor of New Jersey after an investigation found numerous state ethics violations, Gov. Mikie Sherrill said.

WATCH: Americans struggling with the record rise in gas prices

GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan shares his outlook on gas prices over the next week as the average of a gallon of regular gas rises up more than a $1.50 since the war with Iran began.

Federal appeals court upholds Pentagon designation of Anthropic as supply chain risk

Supreme Court allows use of citizenship database ahead of midterms

The Supreme Court has given the Trump administration a green light to use a federal citizenship database to verify voters ahead of the midterm elections.

How Claire Gravel's murder was solved nearly 4 decades later

At the UN, Netanyahu says attacking Iran was 'one of the easiest decisions'

17-year-old shot dead near his high school, no arrests

Tracking the nor'easter: State of emergency declared in New York City

WATCH: Millions on East coast brace for nor’easter

Rep. Ro Khanna unveils universal childcare proposal with eye on 2028

Khanna continues to campaign on behalf of candidates spread across the country – though he’s not coy about his political ambitions ahead of the 2028 presidential race.

'The blockade is complete': Locals flee occupied south Ukraine as hunger deepens

Trump, House Speaker Johnson expected to meet with tech CEOs on AI next week: Sources

Man shot during Trump assassination attempt at 2024 campaign rally dies

Iran live updates: Trump rejects Iran offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz

WATCH: 13-year-old pursuing master's degree at NYU

Joe Petraro-Hyppolite has an IQ of 168 and is one of the youngest people ever accepted into an NYU master's program.

Man who was shot during 2024 Trump campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, has died

WATCH: What's at stake in Trump-Xi meeting?

Bob Pettit, imposing Hawks great and first NBA MVP, dies at 93

16 injured in crash involving alleged stolen vehicle and bus: Police

Dolly Parton's final vocal recording to appear on U2's new album 'Carnaval de Luz'

Senate again fails to adopt Iran War Powers Resolution despite growing criticism

Federal agency says it's moving on without DC, Virginia cooperation on Trump's arch

Administration's pro-Trump TV ad is taxpayer-funded

8 sailors attached to USS Lincoln have attempted suicide, acting Navy secretary says

Administration asks Supreme Court to allow swift deportations to 3rd countries

Pediatric critical care doctor stabbed to death while sleeping

Nolan Wells' cause and manner of death 'undetermined,' state autopsy report finds

WATCH: 5th grade teacher, student die during field trip to Iowa nature reserve

A fifth teacher and her student died during a field trip to an Iowa nature reserve this week, investigators and school officials said.

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