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Rep. Stutzman on Israel and Iran strikes: ‘Israel has to do what it has to do’

Rep. Marlin Stutzman (R-Ind.) speaks with ABC News’ Juju Chang about his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the U.S. role in the conflict between Israel and Iran.
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VIDEO: Rep. Stutzman on Israel and Iran strikes: ‘Israel has to do what it has to do’
June 13

Padilla pushes back against Noem's claim he barged into news conference

The senator said that he identified himself before officers pushed him out.
June 13
Sen. Alex Padilla, Democrat from California, speaks to reporters after he was forcibly removed after interrupting a news conference being held by Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, in Los Angeles, June 12, 2025.
June 13

Large security presence expected to secure Trump's military parade, festival

"It will be the most secure place on the planet," one official said.
June 13
People walk past security fencing around Lafayette Square, near the White House, June 9, 2025, in Washington.
June 13

US assisting in shooting down missiles headed to Israel

The U.S. is assisting Israel in shooting down missiles targeting the country, a U.S. official confirmed to ABC News.
June 13
The U.S. is assisting Israel in shooting down missiles targeting the country, a U.S. official confirmed to ABC News.
June 13

Trump tells ABC Israel strikes on Iran 'excellent' and warns 'more to come'

Trump and Netanyahu spoke Friday, a White House official confirmed to ABC News.
June 13
President Donald Trump attends the Congressional Picnic at the White House in Washington, D.C., June 12, 2025.
June 13

Trump has made a number of claims about the LA protests. Here is the context.

The protests have been limited to a square mile location in downtown LA.
June 13
California National Guard troops keep watch, as protests against immigration sweeps continue, in Los Angeles, June 9, 2025.
June 13

Amb. Yechiel Leiter and Sen. Alex Padilla Sunday on "This Week"

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, June 15, 2025.
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'David's Sling' and 'Arrow': 2 of Israel's defenses against Iranian retaliation

Unlike "Iron Dome," they can bring down high-flying, faster long-range missiles.
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In this Dec. 21, 2015 file photograph provided by the Israeli Ministry of Defense shows a launch of David's Sling missile defense system.
June 13

What to expect at Trump’s military parade in DC

Saturday's military parade in Washington, D.C., will honor the 250th birthday of the Army and the 79th birthday of President Donald Trump. ABC News’ Alex Presha has the details.
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VIDEO: What to expect at Trump’s military parade in DC
June 13

What to know about 'No Kings Day' protests across US to counter Trump military parade

Protests are set to take place in more than 2,000 communities around the U.S.
June 13
In this April 5, 2025, file photo, people are shown at a Hands off rally in St. Paul, Minnesota.
June 13

'Significant' expansion of nuclear waste compensation now in Trump's megabill

The program will allow for compensation for exposure to toxic waste.
June 13
Sen. Josh Hawley speaks to the press after voting on the nomination of Michael Duffey to be Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, June 2, 2025 in Washington.
June 13

Trump tariffs drive baby product prices higher: Report

A new congressional report warns that President Donald Trump’s tariffs are driving up prices on popular baby products, placing an extra burden on parents.
June 13
A new congressional report warns that President Donald Trump’s tariffs are driving up prices on popular baby products, placing an extra burden on parents.
June 12

Democrats outraged after senator forcibly removed from DHS news conference

Democrats expressed outrage after Sen. Alex Padilla of California was forcibly removed from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's news conference on Thursday.
June 12
Democrats expressed outrage after Sen. Alex Padilla of California was forcibly removed from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's news conference on Thursday.
June 12

Democrats condemn senator being pushed down and handcuffed at Noem press conference

California Sen. Padilla and Noem were later seen talking in a conference room.
June 12
Sen. Alex Padilla, Democrat from California, who interrupted a press conference held by U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, is removed from the venue, in Los Angeles, June 12, 2025.
June 12

US braces for potential Israeli strike on Iran even as Trump pursues nuclear deal

An attack on Iran "could very well happen," President Trump said.
June 12
President Donald Trump speaks after signing a bill blocking California's rule banning the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035, in the East Room of the White House, June 12, 2025, in Washington.
June 12

California senator physically removed from DHS presser

California Sen. Alex Padilla was physically removed from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's news conference at a federal building in Los Angeles.
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VIDEO: California senator physically removed from DHS presser
June 12

Democrats slam military parade as Trump's multimillion-dollar 'birthday party'

The Army has allocated between $25 million and $45 million for the parade.
June 12
A member of the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team jumps during their performance for the Twilight Tattoo ceremony as part of the Army's 250th Birthday Festival in Washington, June 11, 2025.
June 12

Democratic governors react to National Guard deployment to LA

Hochul said Trump's actions "undermine sovereignty of individual states."
June 12
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and New York Governor Kathy Hochul attend a House Oversight Committee hearing with U.S. governors about state policies regarding undocumented migrants, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., June 12, 2025.
June 12

California Senator Alex Padilla removed from DHS press conference

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem gave an update on ICE operations in Los Angeles, during which Senator Padilla was seen being removed by law enforcement.
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VIDEO: California Senator Alex Padilla removed from DHS press conference
June 12

Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' has 5 sticking points in the Senate

Congress faces a July 4 deadline to pass the megabill.
June 12
Senate Majority Leader John Thune responds to a question from the news media as he walks to his office in the Capitol in Washington, June 5, 2025.
June 12

Hearing on challenge to Trump's deployment of troops set for Thursday

California Attorney General Rob Bonta discusses the state's emergency motion to block President Donald Trump's deployment of troops in Los Angeles.
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VIDEO: Hearing on challenge to Trump's deployment of troops set for Thursday
June 12

Supreme Court says family can sue over wrong-house raid by FBI

A family's case could proceed under an exception to law enforcement immunity.
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The Supreme Court in Washington, June 30, 2024.
June 12

Supreme Court allows family to sue for damages after home was wrongly raided by FBI

ABC News' Devin Dwyer and legal contributor Kim Wehle discuss the high court's unanimous decision.
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VIDEO: Supreme Court allows family to sue for damages after home was wrongly raided by FBI
June 12

Rep. Lynch blasts Trump as 'wannabe gangster' in immigration hearing

Rep. Stephen Lynch, D-Mass., delivered his remarks at a hearing conducted by the House Oversight Committee.
June 12
Rep. Stephen Lynch, D-Mass., delivered his remarks at a hearing conducted by the House Oversight Committee.
June 12

Senate Democrats seek probe of Ed Martin's early actions at DOJ

Ed Martin is the director of the DOJ's "Weaponization Working Group."
June 12
Interim U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia Ed Martin speaks during a press conference, May 13, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
June 12

Democratic governors testify before House GOP panel about immigration policy

JB Pritzker of Illinois, Tim Walz of Minnesota and Kathy Hochul of New York are testifying in a timely hearing about their states' immigration policies.
June 12
JB Pritzker of Illinois, Tim Walz of Minnesota and Kathy Hochul of New York are testifying in a timely hearing about their states' immigration policies.
June 12

Trump's military parade: What to know about the Army anniversary event

The parade is set for the same day as Trump's birthday.
June 12
Barricades are set up around a U.S. Army Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter parked on display on the National Mall near the Smithsonian Castle, June 11, 2025 in Washington.
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Trump's deployment of troops to LA prompts host of legal questions

"It is unheard of in this country," one legal expert told ABC News.
June 12
A man waves a U.S. flag as members of the California National Guard stand guard outside the Edward R. Roybal Federal building, after days of protests against federal immigration sweeps and the deployment of the California National Guard and U.S. Marines, in Los Angeles, June 10, 2025.
June 12

Photos show National Guard with rifles on ICE enforcement missions

California is suing, saying troops are engaged in illegal law enforcement.
June 12
National Guardsmen accompany ICE officers while they detain a man in Los Angeles.
June 12

GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno talks spending bill, LA immigration protests

Sen. Bernie Moreno (R- Ohio) discusses the “urgency” of passing the spending bill and his support for President Donald Trump’s military deployment in Los Angeles.
June 12
VIDEO:  GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno talks spending bill, LA immigration protests
June 12

Secret Service, Park Police both preparing for Army birthday parade

Security will be tight for Saturday's event.
June 12
A photo of the Washington Monument from a U.S. Park Police helicopter. ABC News was granted an exclusive flight on June 11, 2025 to see security preparations ahead of the Army 250 parade.
June 11

David Hogg splits from DNC in 'fundamental disagreement' over vice chair's role

He stepped down as a vice chair ahead of Democratic Party elections Thursday.
June 11
Activist David Hogg speaks at a town hall hosted by the advocacy group March For Our Lives at East LA College. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
June 11

Newsom speech taking on Trump encourages Democrats looking for a leader

Many saw it as a sign the California governor might run for the White House.
June 11
Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during an address, June 10, 2025.
June 11

Judge rules Trump admin. cannot continue to detain activist Mahmoud Khalil

A New Jersey federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction barring the Trump administration from deporting or continuing to detain Columbia University pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil.
June 11
A New Jersey federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction barring the Trump administration from deporting or continuing to detain Columbia University pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil.
June 11

CDC rehires 450 employees cut in HHS restructuring, internal documents show

Staffers were restored to branch that oversees lead prevention program for kids.
June 11
A general view of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) headquarters in Atlanta, Sept. 30, 2014.
June 11

Musk called Trump before conveying 'regret' for some of his posts about him: Sources

Musk called Trump on Monday night after their bitter public feud last week.
June 11
President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, June 5, 2025, in Washington and Elon Musk attends a news conference in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, May 30, 2025.
June 11

Entire Fulbright Scholarship board quits, citing Trump admin actions

The government-funded, non-partisan program was established by Congress in 1946.
June 11
The State Department building is in Washington D.C., March 17, 2025.
June 11

WH tries to clarify Trump's threat to use force on 'any' military parade protesters

He had not made a distinction between peaceful and violent protesters.
June 11
Soldiers stand between columns of Stryker armored vehicles taking part in the Army's 250th birthday celebration parade during a preview at West Potomac Park in Washington, June 11, 2025.
June 11

White House denies Trump’s call for using heavy force on military parade protesters

President Donald Trump had said his administration would use "heavy force" for "any" protesters at the military parade this weekend.
June 11
President Donald Trump had said his administration would use "heavy force" for "any" protesters at the military parade this weekend.
June 11

Tulsi Gabbard warns of nuclear threat in social media video

The US is closer to "brink of nuclear annihilation than ever before," she said.
June 11
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard issued a stark warning about the threat of nuclear war in a video she posted on social media on Tuesday.
June 11

State Department orders departure of nonessential staff from Baghdad embassy

Pentagon authorizes voluntary departure for military dependents in the region.
June 11
A general view of the US embassy compound on the banks of the Tigris River.
June 11

Political fallout continues from Los Angeles protests

California Governor Gavin Newsom said that the actions by the Trump administration's crackdown on immigration are being felt not just in California, but across the nation.
June 11
VIDEO: Political fallout continues from Los Angeles protests
June 11

Republicans want to 'divide' people over immigration issues says California Lt. Gov.

California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis on the escalating tensions between President Donald Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom as protests against ICE continue in Los Angeles.
June 11
VIDEO: Republicans want to 'divide' people over immigration issues says California Lt. Gov.
June 11

McConnell to Hegseth: 'Who is the aggressor' in Russia-Ukraine war?

Sen. Mitch McConnell pressed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on "who is the aggressor" in the Russia-Ukraine war.
June 11
VIDEO: McConnell to Hegseth: 'Who is the aggressor' in Russia-Ukraine war?
June 11

Bondi draws line between Jan. 6 rioters, LA protests: 'This is very different'

The attorney general previously condemned violence against law enforcement.
June 11
Attorney General Pam Bondi speaks to the press, outside the West Wing of the White House, in Washington, June 11, 2025.
June 11

Elon Musk says he ‘went too far’ in some posts critical of Trump

Musk, early on Wednesday, said that he regrets some of the posts he made about President Donald Trump late last week. ABC News’ Katherine Faulders reports.
June 11
VIDEO: Elon Musk says he ‘went too far’ in some posts critical of Trump
June 11

What to know about the national debt debate surrounding Trump's megabill

Even Elon Musk and some Republicans are rejecting GOP claims about the impact.
June 11
President Donald Trump waves as he departs the White House, June 6, 2025 in Washington.
June 11

White House, Texas Republicans weigh redistricting to protect GOP House majority

Texas Republicans met at the Capitol Monday night for preliminary conversations.
June 11
WASHINGTON, DC- MARCH 18: The U.S. Capitol Dome is seen behind the top of the entrance to the senate side of the Capitol on March 18, 2025, in Washington, DC.
June 11

As Trump escalates immigration fight, Democrats face high-stakes test: ANALYSIS

How Democrats proceed could affect enthusiasm for their candidates in 2026.
June 11
President Donald J. Trump in Washington, June 9, 2025 and California Governor Gavin Newsom in Compton, Calif., June 5, 2025.
June 11

Sherrill, Ciattarelli win New Jersey gubernatorial primaries

The state's governor, Democrat Phil Murphy, couldn't run again after two terms.
June 11
From left, New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer; Newark Mayor Ras Baraka; Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop; moderator NJ Spotlight News anchor Briana Vannozzi; moderator WNYC Morning Edition host Michael Hill; New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill; and former state Senate President Steve Sweeney attend the New Jersey Democratic gubernatorial primary debate, May 12, 2025, in Newark, N.J.

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