Trump threatens to fire Fed chair as criminal probe dims outlook of his departure

President Donald Trump threatened to fire Federal Reserve Bank Chair Jerome Powell if he stays on the board after his leadership term expires next month — but also championed the federal investigation that could sideline his own pick for the job. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive … Read more

Peter Alexander announces departure from NBC News

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Peter Alexander announces departure from NBC News 00:44 UP NEXT Tiger Woods seen walking out from Florida jail 00:52 Multiple votes not enough to pass DHS funding 00:37 House passes bill to fully fund DHS 00:39 Body of … Read more

Asylum-seekers increasingly face detention while their cases proceed, in a departure from the past

Asylum-seekers with no criminal records are being detained around the country as the Trump administration seeks to remove immigrants looking for legal pathways to remain in the United States. The move is a major departure from previous practice, under which asylum applicants were allowed to work and build lives in U.S. communities as their cases … Read more

Gonzales’ departure clears path for Republican gun rights ‘absolutist’ in Texas congressional race

AUSTIN, Texas — The abrupt decision by U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales to not seek reelection clears the path for a self-described gun rights “absolutist” to secure the Republican nomination in a sprawling Texas congressional district. Brendan Herrera, 30, originally gained notoriety by posting videos of himself shooting weapons, calling himself “The AK Guy.” He lost … Read more

DHS touts ‘most secure border’ in US history amid departure of nearly 3M illegal immigrants

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Tuesday touted “historic progress” under President Donald Trump and Secretary Kristi Noem, highlighting nearly 3 million illegal immigrants who have left the United States and what officials call “the most secure border in American history.” The statement, released as Trump … Read more