Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear begins second term with oath renewal: ‘We must face this challenge’
Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear renewed his oath of office early Tuesday during a ceremony at Kentucky’s Capitol, launching his second term after notching a convincing reelection victory that could offer a roadmap for his party’s broader efforts to make inroads in Republican strongholds. Beshear, 46, was sworn in shortly after midnight before a gathering of Read More
Florida lawmakers consider bill that would allow killing bears to protect property
The Florida Legislature is taking up a bill Tuesday that would create a “Self Defense Act” against bears, allowing a person to use lethal force if they feel “threatened” and believe “that using such force is necessary to protect himself or herself on his or her private property.” Information from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Read More
Harvard President Claudine Gay to remain in post
Harvard President Claudine Gay is expected to remain in her post after her congressional testimony on antisemitism sparked widespread public outrage last week. The Harvard Corporation, the university’s governing body, issued a statement of support for Gay on Tuesday morning. “As members of the Harvard Corporation, we today reaffirm our support for President Gay’s continued Read More
Harvard President Claudine Gay to remain in post: Harvard Crimson
Harvard President Claudine Gay is expected to remain in her post after her Congressional testimony on antisemitism sparked widespread public outrage last week. The Harvard Corporation, the university’s governing body, will issue a statement of support for Gay on Tuesday morning, the Harvard Crimson reported, citing a source familiar with the board’s decision after it Read More
Iowa GOP debate uncertain as Nikki Haley noncommittal, Christie and Ramaswamy unlikely to qualify
Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has not committed to appearing at the final GOP presidential primary debate in Iowa, raising questions as to whether it will happen. So far, only Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has committed to appearing on the debate stage, while former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy face Read More
I’m a Texas homeowner. When will I see my tax cut?
Tax policy is messy. Here are a few tips to help you understand what the recent voter-approved tax cuts mean for your mortgage.
As suicide rate increases, gun safety advocates call for more firearm regulations
A recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report showed a new record for people using firearms in suicides. Texas gun safety and mental health advocates say the report highlights a need for gun laws the state does not have.
House Rules Committee to consider resolution to formalize Biden impeachment inquiry
The House Rules Committee is set to meet Tuesday morning to consider a resolution that would formalize the impeachment inquiry against President Biden. If the resolution framework is passed out of committee, a source familiar told Fox News Digital that a full House vote on the floor to formalize the investigation could take place as Read More
Facing an uphill climb, an optimistic Ramaswamy predicts he’ll ‘shatter expectations’ in 2024 GOP race
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. – With the first votes in the Republican presidential race fast approaching, a bullish Vivek Ramaswamy predicts he’ll “shatter expectations” when the Jan.15 Iowa caucuses lead off the GOP nominating calendar. And pointing to public opinion polls that suggest his support in the early voting states has flatlined in the mid to upper Read More
House to examine organized retail theft plaguing US cities amid holidays
The rise of organized retail crime will be front and center at a Tuesday congressional hearing amid the end-of-year holiday shopping boom. The House Homeland Security Committee’s Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence is holding a hearing titled “From Festive Cheer to Retail Fear: Addressing Organized Retail Crime.” Among the witnesses expected to testify Read More