Jeffries: Democrats will stop Trump's push to nationalize elections

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 3:27 pm

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) vowed Sunday that Democrats will shut down President Trump’s push to “nationalize” elections. “What Donald Trump wants to do is try to nationalize the election, translation steal it. And we’re not going to let it happen,” Jeffries told host Dana Bash on CNN’s “State of the Union.” Earlier this week, the...

FCC opens probe into ABC’s ‘The View’ after James Talarico interview: Reports

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 3:23 pm

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) launched a probe into ABC’s “The View” after an interview with Democratic Texas Senate candidate James Talarico, according to multiple outlets. Reuters reported Saturday that, per a source, the FCC began an investigation on whether “The View” broke rules for equal time when it comes to interviewing political candidates. Fox...

The world of Artemis II is very different than that of the Apollo moon landings

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 3:00 pm

Three developments stand out that will make the return to the moon effort different from the first time we visited Earth’s nearest neighbor.

Clash breaks out as Italians protest Winter Olympics in Milan

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 2:16 pm

A clash broke out in Milan on Saturday as Italians protested the Winter Olympics in their country, according to multiple outlets. A group of protesters tossed firecrackers and attempted to get on a highway around a venue for the Olympics but faced tear gas and a water cannon from local police. According to The Associated...

With the penny gone, should you start stocking up on nickels?

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 2:00 pm

The U.S. did away with its one-cent coin, which means the focus may be shifting to the next-lowest coin.

Iran foreign minister warns of attacks on US bases if Washington strikes

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 1:09 pm

Iran’s foreign minister said that Tehran would attack U.S. military bases if Washington conducts strikes in the Middle Eastern country, warning that “U.S. bases are spread all over the region.” “In my view this is very clear. If the U.S. attacks us, it is evident that we don’t have the ability and access to attack...

Universities can’t be neutral. They should try anyway. 

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 1:00 pm

When considering whether to circulate an institutional statement, universities, we believe, would do well to remember the adage, “least said, soonest mended.” 

Oz alleges Maine 'looks a lot like Minnesota' regarding entitlement fraud

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 12:00 pm

The Trump administration’s top Medicare official has suggested that alleged fraud in Maine’s social services programs may be on par with the welfare fraud scandal in Minnesota.  Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) Administrator Mehmet Oz said there is “another big crisis” concerning alleged social services fraud in Maine during an appearance on John Catsimatidis’s...

Legal challenges hinder Trump's education agenda

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 11:00 am

The courts have proven to be a big roadblock in the Trump administration's education plans. President Trump's efforts against diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) on school grounds, his push to remove "gender ideology" from education and his moves against Harvard University have all suffered losses in court, with the administration often decrying the rulings of what it...

'Playing with fire': Taiwan defense spending battle rattles China hawks

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 11:00 am

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's aim to push through a $40 billion defense spending plan is mired in a stalemate as the opposition parties demand compromises, drawing fire from China hawks in the Senate who fear a looming invasion by Beijing. President Trump has pushed Taiwan to increase its defense spending in light of the growing...

Senators far apart on DHS deal as talks stall with deadline looming

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 11:00 am

Pessimism is increasing across the Capitol that lawmakers will reach a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as they point fingers over the lack of talks and float canceling the upcoming recess. Senators return to Washington on Monday facing a sprint to strike a deal and avoid a shutdown that would affect...

Pelosi to endorse JFK grandson Schlossberg in New York House race: Reports

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 4:01 am

Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) is backing Kennedy family member Jack Schlossberg in an upcoming New York House race, a source familiar with the plans confirmed to NewsNation, The Hill’s broadcast partner.  The New York Times was first to report the anticipated major endorsement in the tight race to replace retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.)...

Nancy Guthrie search nears second week: What we know so far

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 3:09 am

The search for Savannah Guthrie’s mother will hit the one-week mark on Sunday. In a new video posted to Savannah Guthrie’s Instagram account on Saturday, the “Today” show anchor addressed her mother’s captors.  “We received your message, and we understand,” she said while seated between her siblings Annie and Camron. “We beg you now to...

A Super Bowl starting at 12:30 a.m.? Welcome to an Olympic-sized problem for fans in Italy

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 2:07 am

CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — USA Luge men's doubles slider Zack DiGregorio is a New England Patriots fan. Makes sense: He's from Massachusetts, his mother has worked for the Patriots for more than two decades and the Patriots are about to play in the Super Bowl for the 10th time since he was born. He...

Americans prefer to watch Bad Bunny halftime show over Kid Rock's: Poll

By: The Hill

Published on: February 8, 2026, 1:10 am

More Americans are interested in watching Bad Bunny perform in Sunday's Super Bowl's halftime show than Turning Point USA’s Kid Rock-headlined alternative concert, according to a new poll.  The YouGov America survey, released Friday, found that 35 percent of respondents prefer the Puerto Rican star’s halftime show, compared to the 28 percent who favor the...