Federal workers flock to D.C. food bank as they miss first full paycheck

The food bank, set up specifically for federal workers, provided boxed meals, household goods and hygiene items to more than 250 people.
The Capital Area Food Bank in Southeast Washington D.C.
The Capital Area Food Bank in Southeast Washington D.C.
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Immigration

Immigration

Border Patrol commander to appear in court after allegedly throwing tear gas at crowd

Officials said Gregory Bovino was struck by a rock thrown by protesters, which was disputed by a witness who filmed the encounter.
Greg Bovino, US Border Patrol's commander-at-large, looks on during a protest outside the Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Broadview, Ill. on October 3.
Greg Bovino, US Border Patrol's commander-at-large, looks on during a protest outside the Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Broadview, Ill. on October 3.

White House will allow anonymous donors to contribute to Trump's ballroom project

While the administration has released a list of some donors for the ballroom addition, an aide told NBC News that "donors also have the option to remain anonymous."
White House East Wing Demolition Continues For Trump Ballroom Construction
White House East Wing Demolition Continues For Trump Ballroom Construction

White House tightens Trump pardon process amid concerns about outsiders trying to profit

Chief of staff Susie Wiles took more control after reports of lobbyists advertising access to pardons for steep prices, officials said.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles looks on during a meeting at the White House on Oct. 17, 2025.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles looks on during a meeting at the White House on Oct. 17, 2025.

'Slap in the face': White House irked by a new $100M pro-AI super PAC

A super PAC called Leading the Future — whose backers include Trump donors — plans to support AI-friendly candidates from both political parties during the 2026 midterm elections.
Venture capitalist Marc Andreesseen speaks at the TechCrunch Disrupt conference in San Francisco, Calif. on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016.
Venture capitalist Marc Andreesseen speaks at the TechCrunch Disrupt conference in San Francisco, Calif. on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2016.

New York Attorney General Letitia James pleads not guilty in federal bank fraud case

A grand jury indicted James this month after President Donald Trump called for her to be prosecuted.
New York Attorney General Letitia James speaks outside the Walter E. Hoffman United States Courthouse following an arraignment hearing on Oct. 24, 2025 in Norfolk, Va.
New York Attorney General Letitia James speaks outside the Walter E. Hoffman United States Courthouse following an arraignment hearing on Oct. 24, 2025 in Norfolk, Va.

Trump's rhetoric on tariffs ramps up pressure on Supreme Court

The president, who often criticizes judges who rule against him, has suggested he might attend the oral argument in person.
Donald Trump.
Donald Trump.
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Inflation hit 3% in September, reflecting stubborn price pressures on U.S. consumers

The agency's report comes despite the government shutdown that has paralyzed federal reporting and has no end in sight.
A customer browses refrigerated drinks in a grocery store.
A customer browses refrigerated drinks in a grocery store.
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Immigration

Immigration

Senators demand Linda McMahon ask DHS to stop ICE operations near schools

The Senators argue that tear gas and "other violent DHS tools and tactics" should be restricted similarly to alcohol and drugs near school grounds.
Sen. Tammy Duckworth
Sen. Tammy Duckworth
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Trump vows to pull Israel support if it annexes West Bank; Russia's oil sector hit with new U.S. sanctions

The Senate voted on whether to take up a bill to pay federal workers who haven't been furloughed during the government shutdown.
President Donald Trump sits in the Oval Office.
President Donald Trump sits in the Oval Office.