American attorney, law professor, and congressman representing Maryland’s 8th since 2017
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner have agreed to buy the Los Angeles Lakers from Mark Walter in a transaction valuing the franchise at about $12.5 billion. The sale has been announced this week, requires approval from the NBA Board of Governors and is subject to due diligence and Kushners divestment of a Miami Heat stake.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing the Interior Department to change the U.S. federal name for Lake Ontario to "Lake America" and has said the change is effective immediately. The move comes as Washington and Ottawa have imposed 50% tariffs on billions of dollars of each other's goods and Canadian leaders have rejected the renaming.
Abdul El-Sayed has apologized for remarks linking a Temple Israel attack to broader context as he campaigns in Michigan. He has been distancing himself from Hasan Piker amid internal party tensions and facing questions over Israel policy as Democrat Mike Rogers presses the race.
Prosecutors have dropped the felony case against 67-year-old David Hearn after acknowledging the damage to the Reflecting Pool stemmed from a botched installation. The judge is weighing whether to allow refiled charges in the future, while Trump presses for a renewed pursuit.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has faced renewed scrutiny as FairSquare’s complaints persist, with European bodies pressing for transparency and a fresh external review of the FFE plan. UEFA and others are seeking documents, while Infantino remains intent on a fourth term, with candidacies due next month.
The FBI has moved to consider applicants who previously engaged in activities such as prostitution or bestiality only if their conduct occurred before age 18. The change aims to protect victims and avoid automatic disqualification, but it faces sharp questioning from Senate Republicans about the agency’s standards and staffing.
The Supreme Court has denied the Trump administration's request to lift lower-court orders that blocked new U.S. Postal Service rules narrowing mail-in ballots, leaving states to use their existing procedures for the Nov. 3 midterms. Justices Alito and Thomas dissented; the court has not decided the rule's longer-term legal fate.
The Supreme Court has not lifted constraints on mail voting, and states are continuing to administer ballots under existing procedures as officials prepare for the midterms. Officials warn of potential interference, while voters are urged to act early to ensure timely delivery.
Twelve state attorneys general have reached a settlement with Paramount Skydance that has cleared the way for its merger with Warner Bros. The deal has required independent editorial boards for CNN and CBS, a commitment to release at least 30 theatrical films a year and a $30m penalty if that output target is missed. Critics and media advocates have condemned the concessions.
Journalist Heidi Levine has sustained serious injuries after masked settlers attacked during an olive harvest near Abu Falah, north of Ramallah. Palestinian youths shielded reporters; Israeli army is investigating the incident amid broader tensions as more than 20 Palestinians have been killed by settlers this year.
The White House has removed tariffs on specific Canadian goods — including plywood, packing materials, certain machinery and refrigeration equipment — and will impose duties on other items starting Oct. 30. Senators and businesses in Maine have secured exemptions after lobbying; critics say the move appears timed to help Senator Susan Collins in a tight reelection fight and to blunt local economic pain.
Haley Stevens has endorsed Mike Rogers, a Trump-backed Republican, for the U.S. Senate after a bitter primary feuded with Abdul El-Sayed. The move comes days before the Michigan midterm and upends Democratic efforts to unite behind El-Sayed in a tightly contested race.
With midterm results pending, Democrats gain fresh power in either chamber to investigate the Trump administration, its finances, and potential impeachments while balancing voters’ concerns about costs. The articles outline how control of committees and budgets could shape investigations and policy.
Democrats have emerged with new majorities and are ready to wield subpoena power to probe the Trump administration, family business dealings, Epstein matters, and ICE operations. Leaders say the focus is on accountability and affordability for Americans, with impeachment discussions potentially revisited if warranted.
Democrats have seized control of Congress, and Trump is moving to harden immigration policies while signaling a fight over investigations into his administration. Miller is set to become White House chief of staff as Trump vows to press ahead with his agenda and face ongoing oversight.