WAPO: Pentagon hires military influencers
According to exclusive reporting by The Washington Post, the Pentagon has hired conservative military veteran influencers into civilian roles within the office of the undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness. These influencers, with large online followings, are allegedly amplifying Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's "anti-woke" viewpoints and defending the Trump administration. The Washington Post's Dan Lamothe joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to break down his exclusive report.
According to exclusive reporting by The Washington Post, the Pentagon has hired conservative military veteran influencers into civilian roles within the office of the undersecretary of defense for personnel and readiness. These influencers, with large online followings, are allegedly amplifying Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's "anti-woke" viewpoints and defending the Trump administration. The Washington Post's Dan Lamothe joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to break down his exclusive report.
Moulton takes on Markey for Massachusetts Senate seat
We are learning more this Monday just before Massachusetts voters head to the polls tomorrow for the 2026 state primary election. Voters in the state will be picking party nominees for a range of federal, state, and local offices ahead of the critical November 3 midterm election. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with POLITICO’s Lisa Kashinsky to learn more about incumbent Democratic Sen. Edward Markey who faces off against Congressman Seth Moulton.
We are learning more this Monday just before Massachusetts voters head to the polls tomorrow for the 2026 state primary election. Voters in the state will be picking party nominees for a range of federal, state, and local offices ahead of the critical November 3 midterm election. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with POLITICO’s Lisa Kashinsky to learn more about incumbent Democratic Sen. Edward Markey who faces off against Congressman Seth Moulton.
House returns to DC after 5-week recess
Deseret News reporter Cami Mondeaux joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss what is on the House of Representatives' agenda now that it is back in session following a five-week recess, and a preview of what to expect at the inaugural midterm Republican National Convention next week.
Deseret News reporter Cami Mondeaux joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss what is on the House of Representatives' agenda now that it is back in session following a five-week recess, and a preview of what to expect at the inaugural midterm Republican National Convention next week.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns after 18 months on the job, White House says
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, the White House said Monday. Here's what to know.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, the White House said Monday. Here's what to know.
Treasury Department restricts journalists from covering North Carolina G20 meeting
Several news outlets have been denied press credentials to cover a major international finance gathering in North Carolina, raising concerns over media transparency.
Several news outlets have been denied press credentials to cover a major international finance gathering in North Carolina, raising concerns over media transparency.
Flock cameras must be pulled from Florida state roads within 30 days, DeSantis orders
Florida transportation officials are ordering local law enforcement agencies to remove automated license plate readers from state highway rights of way, citing privacy concerns, reports of misuse and the rapid expansion of surveillance technology.
Florida transportation officials are ordering local law enforcement agencies to remove automated license plate readers from state highway rights of way, citing privacy concerns, reports of misuse and the rapid expansion of surveillance technology.
Challenger calls Mass senator 'too old' for another term
A candidate in a Massachusetts senate race is raising questions about a veteran lawmaker's age, joining a wave of midterm challengers taking on longtime incumbents.
A candidate in a Massachusetts senate race is raising questions about a veteran lawmaker's age, joining a wave of midterm challengers taking on longtime incumbents.
US-Mexico trade negotiations hung up by cheese name dispute
The U.S. argues that names like parmesan and feta are generic, while the European Union says they should only be labeled as such if they're from certain parts of Italy or Greece.
The U.S. argues that names like parmesan and feta are generic, while the European Union says they should only be labeled as such if they're from certain parts of Italy or Greece.
Milo Yiannopoulos deported to UK after ICE arrest at New Orleans airport
British far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos was deported to the United Kingdom after U.S. immigration authorities accused him of overstaying his visa.
British far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos was deported to the United Kingdom after U.S. immigration authorities accused him of overstaying his visa.
US to take partial control of Venezuela's oil reserves, Trump says: Will it lower gas prices?
President Donald Trump said his administration has reached an agreement with Venezuela that could give the U.S. control of a portion of the country’s vast oil reserves.
President Donald Trump said his administration has reached an agreement with Venezuela that could give the U.S. control of a portion of the country’s vast oil reserves.
Judge again blocks Trump administration's attempt to restrict mail-in ballots
A federal judge stalled President Donald Trump’s order limiting mail-in voting, creating a legal roadblock before midterm ballots go out to voters.
A federal judge stalled President Donald Trump’s order limiting mail-in voting, creating a legal roadblock before midterm ballots go out to voters.
Democrat strategists urge candidates to use AI
Politico's Tyler Katzenberger joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to discuss how artificial intelligence is impacting midterm races across the country.
Politico's Tyler Katzenberger joins LiveNOW's Alexandra Goldberg to discuss how artificial intelligence is impacting midterm races across the country.
Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Paxton vs. Talarico poll tracker
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Federal prisoner serving 20-year sentence in New York advances in Alaska US House primary
Eric Hafner, who is serving time in a New York federal prison, has advanced in the primary for Alaska's lone U.S. House seat.
Eric Hafner, who is serving time in a New York federal prison, has advanced in the primary for Alaska's lone U.S. House seat.
Trump, Vance set to headline GOP midterm convention
We are learning the latest tonight as Republicans prepare for an unusual midterm convention in Texas in a few weeks time. President Donald Trump will reportedly be appearing at both nights of the event in Dallas on Sept. 9-10. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with political analyst Brian Sobel as Trump and Vice President JD Vance are set to appear at the convention that comes just ahead of critical midterm elections.
We are learning the latest tonight as Republicans prepare for an unusual midterm convention in Texas in a few weeks time. President Donald Trump will reportedly be appearing at both nights of the event in Dallas on Sept. 9-10. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with political analyst Brian Sobel as Trump and Vice President JD Vance are set to appear at the convention that comes just ahead of critical midterm elections.
Who will replace Karoline Leavitt?
Thursday is Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s last day at the White House.
Thursday is Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s last day at the White House.
Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, further deepening the rift between the U.S. and what was once one of its strongest allies.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, further deepening the rift between the U.S. and what was once one of its strongest allies.
How to avoid a Social Security cut? Lawmakers float plans to protect benefits
Lawmakers are floating several plans to prevent a projected Social Security benefit cut beginning in 2032.
Lawmakers are floating several plans to prevent a projected Social Security benefit cut beginning in 2032.
Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP senate nomination
Darline Graham has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in South Carolina, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman after a close runoff election to determine the GOP nominee for the seat vacated after the passing of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Darline Graham has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in South Carolina, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman after a close runoff election to determine the GOP nominee for the seat vacated after the passing of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Graham wins South Carolina's GOP primary runoff
We are now learning this Tuesday that Sen. Darline Graham is projected to win the South Carolina Republican primary runoff to replace her brother, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. This comes after Lindsey Graham, 71, died earlier this year after serving in the Senate for decades representing South Carolina. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Terell Wright from The Wall Street Journal as reactions began to come in after The Associated Press called the race after Darline Graham’s victory.
We are now learning this Tuesday that Sen. Darline Graham is projected to win the South Carolina Republican primary runoff to replace her brother, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. This comes after Lindsey Graham, 71, died earlier this year after serving in the Senate for decades representing South Carolina. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Terell Wright from The Wall Street Journal as reactions began to come in after The Associated Press called the race after Darline Graham’s victory.