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The seal on the J. Edgar Hoover FBI Building is seen Friday, June 9, 2023, in Washington. Former President Donald Trump has been indicted on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate. The remarkable development makes him the first former president in U.S. history to face criminal charges by the federal government that he once oversaw. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

The spy who went to Trump Tower: New allegations rock FBI

Newly released whistleblower documents allege that the FBI placed an undercover agent inside President Trump's 2016 campaign, an explosive claim that follows separate reporting that the bureau is investigating former Director James Comey. Here's what you need to know about these developing allegations.

February 26, 2025
This image made available by University of Hawaii's asteroid impact alert system shows the motion of 2024 YR over about one hour, Dec. 27, 2024. (ATLAS / University of Hawaii / NASA via AP)

False alarm? The asteroid that now might miss Earth but hit the moon

In a dramatic reversal from last week's concerns, NASA now reports that asteroid 2024 YR4 has nearly zero chance of striking Earth in 2032, though our moon might not be so fortunate. This development follows several weeks of escalating risk assessments that had raised global concern. Here's what you need to know about this evolving situation.

February 25, 2025
People rally against the policies of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

The DOGE wars: Inside the battle over government efficiency

President Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) faces multiple legal and political challenges as the controversial agency attempts to fulfill its mandate to streamline federal operations. The agency, led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, has encountered resistance from courts, federal employees, and privacy advocates. Here's what you need to know about this rapidly developing situation.

February 24, 2025
President Donald Trump speaks to reporters in the Oval Office of the White House, Feb. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis) **FILE**

Press vs. president: Inside the AP’s battle with Trump

A battle over geographic naming has escalated into a major First Amendment fight between The Associated Press and the White House, setting up a potentially precedent-setting legal battle. Here's what you need to know about this unprecedented media access dispute.

February 21, 2025
In this Oct. 3, 2012, photo, sheriff's deputies inspect a cellblock at the Men's Central Jail in downtown Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon) **FILE**

The great bail reform reversal: How crime changed the conversation

A significant shift in bail policy is emerging across the country as both Republican states and Democratic cities move to restrict pretrial releases. The trend marks a dramatic reversal of recent reform efforts as jurisdictions prioritize public safety.

February 20, 2025
This image made available by University of Hawaii's asteroid impact alert system shows the motion of 2024 YR over about one hour, Dec. 27, 2024. (ATLAS / University of Hawaii / NASA via AP)

‘1-in-32’: The asteroid that keeps getting closer

In a concerning development, NASA reports an asteroid's chances of striking Earth have increased significantly, raising questions about potential impact scenarios and preparedness. Here's what you need to know about the approaching space rock and its implications.

February 19, 2025
The Supreme Court is seen on Capitol Hill in Washington, Dec. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) **FILE**

Trump vs. the courts: Inside the coming Supreme showdowns

Just four weeks into his second term, President Trump faces an unprecedented wave of legal challenges that could reshape executive power. Here's what you need to know about the cases heading to the Supreme Court.

February 19, 2025
President Donald Trump signs an executive order on birthright citizenship in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Jan. 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) ** FILE **

First major challenge to Trump agenda heads to Supreme Court

President Donald Trump is facing multiple legal challenges to his recent executive actions, with the first major case heading to the Supreme Court involving the firing of Hampton Dellinger as head of the Office of Special Counsel.

February 18, 2025