Committee Accountability

US

Bongino Returns to Airwaves, Defends FBI's Epstein Review and Blasts 'Doomers' in MAGA Ranks

In his first podcast since leaving the FBI, former co-deputy director Dan Bongino staunchly defended the agency's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files, attacked internal critics, and revealed details of a conversation with former President Donald Trump, who suggested his media platform might be more valuable than his government post.

Feb 3, 2026

US

DHS Mandates Body Cameras for Minneapolis Federal Agents Following Fatal Shootings, Plans National Rollout

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has ordered the immediate deployment of body-worn cameras to all federal officers operating in Minneapolis, a direct response to recent deadly encounters. The agency aims to expand the program nationally as part of a broader push for transparency.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Congress Nears Deal to End Brief Shutdown, Kicks Homeland Security Funding Fight Down the Road

The House is poised to vote Tuesday on a Senate-passed funding package to reopen most federal agencies, while a two-week stopgap for the Department of Homeland Security sets the stage for a fierce immigration policy battle.

Feb 3, 2026

US

DOJ's Epstein Document Release Exposes Survivors' Identities, Sparking Outrage and Legal Demands

A massive release of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files by the Justice Department has left survivors reeling after personal information, including names and confidential statements, was left unredacted. Lawyers allege a "historic violation" of privacy, prompting urgent calls for judicial intervention.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Trump's Alfalfa Club Routine Draws Tepid Response From Typically Loyal Crowd

Former President Donald Trump's attempt at stand-up comedy during the elite Alfalfa Club dinner was met with notable silence and scattered applause, highlighting a rare moment of disconnect with a room of powerful allies and underscoring the enduring tensions within Washington's political and financial elite.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Illinois Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Hammer Murders of Mother, Family Dog; Court Orders Mental Health Treatment

Cody Sales of Plattville was found guilty but mentally ill for the 2025 killings. A Kendall County judge imposed consecutive sentences for first-degree murder and aggravated animal cruelty, mandating psychiatric care during his incarceration.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Indiana Teen Found Dead in Ohio; Man She Met Online Leads Police to Body, Attorney Says

The body believed to be 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee, missing since early January, was recovered in Ohio after the suspect she met through online gaming led authorities to the location, his lawyer states.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Analysts Reset Target for Priority Technology Holdings Amid Takeover Speculation

Wall Street analysts have revised the price target for Priority Technology Holdings (PRTH) to $11, while maintaining a steady fair value estimate, as the firm navigates a mixed earnings quarter and ongoing ownership developments.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Judicial Independence Under Scrutiny: State AGs Demand Congressional Probe Into Climate Bias Allegations in Federal Bench Guide

A coalition of 22 state attorneys general is urging Congress to expand an investigation into potential ideological influence on the federal judiciary, citing concerns over a newly updated judicial reference manual they claim promotes a climate activist agenda.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Former IRS Agent Convicted in Fetish-Website Murder Plot That Shocked Virginia Suburb

A federal jury has found Brendan Banfield guilty on multiple counts, including aggravated murder, for the 2023 killings of his wife and a stranger—a crime prosecutors tied to a fabricated BDSM website profile and an affair with the family's au pair.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Ohio Man, 83, Gets Life Sentence for Murder of Uber Driver in Tragic Case of Mistaken Identity Fueled by Scam

An elderly Ohio man, ensnared in a phone scam, fatally shot an Uber driver he wrongly believed was part of the plot. The case highlights the deadly consequences of fraud and mistaken perception.

Feb 3, 2026

US

Epstein Documents Reveal Extensive Network of High-Profile Connections

The release of millions of pages from the Jeffrey Epstein case by the U.S. Justice Department has unveiled the late financier's social and professional ties to a vast array of powerful figures across politics, finance, and tech, raising fresh questions about the scope of his influence.

Feb 3, 2026

Business

Inside Elon Musk's Corporate Web: How Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI Are Converging Into a Single Vision

Elon Musk's sprawling empire of companies is increasingly operating as an interconnected ecosystem, with billions in cross-investments, shared technology, and personnel moves blurring traditional corporate boundaries and raising questions about the future of 'Elon Inc.'

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Musk Consolidates Empire: SpaceX Merges with xAI to Pioneer Orbital AI Data Centers

Elon Musk announces the merger of SpaceX and xAI, unveiling an ambitious plan to construct data centers in space, which he claims will become the most cost-effective source of AI computing power within years.

Feb 2, 2026

White House Crypto Talks Hit Impasse Over Stablecoin Yields, Banking Industry Urges Caution

A high-stakes White House meeting between crypto executives and traditional bankers ended without a breakthrough on the contentious issue of stablecoin yields, casting doubt on the timeline for comprehensive market structure legislation. Both sides agreed to continue negotiations under pressure from the administration to reach a compromise this month.

Feb 2, 2026

World

DHS Launches Mandatory Body Camera Program in Minneapolis, Eyes National Rollout

The Department of Homeland Security is equipping all its field officers in Minneapolis with body-worn cameras immediately, with plans to expand the program across the country as resources allow, Secretary Kristi Noem announced.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Norwegian Royal Family Faces Dual Crises as Crown Princess's Son Faces New Assault Charges Ahead of Rape Trial

Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, was arrested on fresh assault allegations just days before his high-profile trial on multiple rape charges begins, casting a shadow over the Norwegian monarchy amid renewed scrutiny of royal ties to Epstein files.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Texas Man Sues California Doctor in First Private Action Under New Abortion Pill Ban

A landmark lawsuit filed in Texas federal court targets a California physician for allegedly mailing abortion medication across state lines, testing a new state law that empowers private citizens to act as enforcers and setting up a clash with California's protective 'shield law'.

Feb 2, 2026

World

Venezuela, U.S. Envoys Hold High-Level Talks as Diplomatic Thaw Continues

Interim President Delcy Rodriguez met with U.S. Special Envoy Laura Dogu in Caracas, marking a significant step in the gradual restoration of bilateral ties severed four years ago.

Feb 2, 2026

Business

Ford and Xiaomi Deny Joint Venture Talks Amid CEO's Mixed Signals on Chinese EV Rivals

Ford Motor and Chinese tech giant Xiaomi have firmly denied a Financial Times report of preliminary talks to collaborate on electric vehicle production in the U.S., even as Ford's CEO publicly admires and studies Chinese EV technology while labeling it a major competitive threat.

Feb 2, 2026