Fox News: Politics

Trump marks Cinco de Mayo with ‘NICE’ post, echoing past viral taco bowl moment

President Trump marks Cinco de Mayo with a "NICE" graphic on Truth Social, playing on ICE branding and continuing his history of viral holiday messaging.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 9:05 pm

Trump’s grip on GOP tested in Indiana as primary battles target defiant Republicans

Early results come in as Trump's endorsements in Indiana's Republican primary challenge eight state senators who blocked redistricting efforts.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 8:01 pm

Trump-backed Vivek Ramaswamy wins Ohio GOP gubernatorial primary, will face Democrat Amy Acton

Vivek Ramaswamy secures the 2026 Ohio Republican gubernatorial nomination, defeating Casey Putsch to advance to the general election for governor.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 7:49 pm

Sherrod Brown secures Ohio Dem nomination, faces GOP's Husted in key battle for Senate majority

The Associated Press reports former Sen. Sherrod Brown won Ohio's 2026 Democratic Senate nomination to challenge appointed GOP Sen. John Husted.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 7:46 pm

ICE deports illegal immigrant convicted of attempting to kill newborn after blue state prison release

DHS confirms deportation of illegal immigrant woman convicted of attempting to murder her newborn on Long Island after serving eight years in prison.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 6:13 pm

Minnesota lawmakers fail at trying to get Omar to testify about alleged fraud, GOP leader talks next steps

Minnesota committee chair says more options exist after a subpoena vote targeting Rep. Ilhan Omar over the MEALS Act fraud scandal failed Tuesday.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 6:07 pm

Trump teaches students his iconic dance during White House fitness event

President Trump taught students his iconic 'Trump dance' on the White House South Lawn during an event promoting the Presidential Fitness Test program.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 5:44 pm

Bernie Sanders’ anti-Netflix crusade hits the skids after filings expose awkward twist

Bernie Sanders' campaign paid for a Netflix subscription with donor money despite the senator's repeated criticism of the streaming service, records show.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 5:30 pm

DC police officials face termination after federal probe uncovers alleged manipulated crime data by department

Several high-ranking D.C. police officials face termination amid a federal probe alleging leaders manipulated crime data to appear much safer.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 5:23 pm

SPLC-backed coalition sues Florida over new congressional map it alleges is an unconstitutional gerrymander

Civil rights groups sue Florida over its new congressional map, alleging it violates the state's Fair Districts Amendment against partisan gerrymandering.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 5:00 pm

RFK Jr. unveils initiative targeting 'overuse' of psychiatric medications, especially among children

RFK Jr. unveiled a new HHS initiative targeting overuse of psychiatric medications, especially among children, as part of a broader mental health strategy.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 4:45 pm

Chicago pol says Walgreens should be charged with 'first-degree corporate abandonment' over closure over theft

A Chicago alderman says Walgreens should be charged with "first-degree corporate abandonment" over its decision to close a store in the 6th Ward.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 4:29 pm

Dem mayor faces reality check after accusing rival of 'exploiting' Palisades Fire: 'Absolute tone deafness'

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass says Spencer Pratt is "exploiting" Palisades Fire grief for political gain as the reality star challenges her in mayoral race.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 4:11 pm

House Dem frontrunner's connections to ‘Blind Sheikh’ terrorist trial resurface and draw GOP fire

A frontrunner to replace a retiring NJ Democrat was a defense witness for the Blind Sheikh, convicted of seditious conspiracy after the 1993 WTC bombing.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 3:10 pm

'Clueless' socialist mayor in hot seat after video of 77-year-old beaten in downtown Seattle goes viral

Socialist Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson faces fierce blowback after cameras she opposed helped identify a suspect in the beating of an elderly man.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 2:52 pm

Fulton County pushes back on DOJ effort to obtain election workers' names

Fulton County's election board filed a motion to quash a DOJ subpoena it calls an unprecedented effort to harass 2020 election poll workers.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 2:43 pm

Judge who apologized to WHCA shooting suspect was appointed by court full of anti-Trump judges

A federal judge who apologized to the suspect accused of plotting an attack against Trump has a history of challenging D.C. federal crime prosecutions.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 2:10 pm

Trump says he 'can't stand' some Republicans for refusing one key move for his agenda

President Donald Trump said he was "disappointed" Senate Republicans haven't terminated the filibuster, calling some GOP members foolish for blocking his agenda priorities.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 2:09 pm

Trump says China not challenging US on Iran, touts Xi as ‘very respectful’ amid Hormuz tensions

President Donald Trump says China hasn't challenged the U.S. on the conflict with Iran ahead of his meeting in Beijing next week with leader Xi Jinping.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 1:55 pm

Hegseth shoots down Iran 'kamikaze dolphins' — leaves US question open

War Secretary Pete Hegseth dismissed claims that Iran has kamikaze dolphins, saying during a Pentagon briefing he can confirm they do not have them.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 1:40 pm

Rubio’s Trump admin juggling act grows as meme-worthy role list becomes reality

Marco Rubio, the multitasking secretary of state and viral meme star from Kentucky Derby jockey to DJ, is set to lead the White House press briefing.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 1:27 pm

DOJ sues Denver over ban on ‘assault weapons’

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said Tuesday that "Denver's ban on commonly owned semi-automatic rifles directly violates the right to bear arms."

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 1:22 pm

Elizabeth Warren’s Bezos Met Gala jab backfires as critics mercilessly drag 'un-American' lawmaker

Sen. Elizabeth Warren drew intense criticism after claiming Amazon founder Jeff Bezos should pay more in taxes, sparking debate over her proposals.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 12:10 pm

Actor Zachary Levi backs Thomas Massie as Trump targets the Republican for ouster: 'Good for this country'

Actor Zachary Levi expressed strong support for Republican Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky, urging others to back the incumbent lawmaker.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 12:07 pm

Walz removes top Minnesota official on eve of ‘gauntlet’ hearing over fraud scandal

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz reportedly demoted DHS Commissioner Shireen Gandhi after a fraud scandal involving Medicaid and housing assistance programs.

Posted on 5 May 2026 | 12:05 pm