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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
Police vehicles are parked near the scene of a shooting in The Bronx, Friday, Dec. 4, 2020 in New York. A suspect in the shooting of a state trooper in Massachusetts was killed during a shootout with U.S. marshals in New York City early Friday that left two of the officers wounded. (AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)

Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua splinters as ‘Anti-Tren’ faction emerges in NYC

A violent split has emerged within the notorious Venezuelan street gang Tren de Aragua in New York City, with federal authorities reporting the rise of a rival faction called "Anti-Tren." This development comes as the transnational crime syndicate faces increasing pressure from U.S. law enforcement nationwide.

February 18, 2025
Relatives and supporters of Israelis held hostage in the Gaza Strip, block a freeway during a protest demanding their release from Hamas captivity as they mark 500 days of the Israel-Hamas war in Tel Aviv, Israel, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Oded Balilty)

Israel maintains five strategic positions in Lebanon despite ceasefire agreement

Israel's military announced it will maintain forces in five strategic locations in southern Lebanon despite a ceasefire deadline with Hezbollah, sparking frustration from Lebanese officials. The decision comes as the region marks 500 days of the Israel-Hamas war, with both the Gaza ceasefire and Lebanon situation facing uncertainty.

February 17, 2025
President Donald Trump speaks to reporters in the Oval Office of the White House, where he signed an executive order, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)

Trump escalates trade tensions ahead of Modi White House visit

President Donald Trump issued an executive order calling for reciprocal tariffs on both allied and rival nations, arguing that many countries unfairly benefit from duty-free access to U.S. markets while taxing American goods. The order targets trading partners including Japan, India, the European Union and Britain.

February 13, 2025