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Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) talks to reporters after meeting with some of Jeffrey Epstein's accusers at the U.S. Capitol on September 02, 2025 in Washington, DC. Johnson said he supported House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer's (R-KY) investigation into Epstein but wants to respect the privacy of accusers in the process. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images) / House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol on July 23, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Democratic leadership criticized Speaker Johnson’s decision to adjourn early for the August recess to avoid a vote on the Epstein files. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

Speaker Mike Johnson: It’ll be up to Congressional Democrats to stave off federal shutdown

GOP House Speaker Mike Johnson has maintained that it is up to Democrats in Congress to avoid a federal shutdown on October 1st — while specifically calling out Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson speaks to the crowd while participating in the Labor Day Workers Over Billionaires rally, in solidarity with labor unions and advocacy groups, on September 1, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. The demonstration was one of hundreds scheduled to take place across the country today, in opposition to the Trump administration's policies. (Photo by Audrey Richardson/Getty Images)

Illinois officials: 8 dead, 54 shot overall in Chicago during Labor Day weekend as city rejects Trump’s help

At least 54 people were shot in Chicago over Labor Day weekend, with eight being fatal, just days after the city’s mayor warned President Donald Trump against deploying additional police or National Guard forces to the city.

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 03: Maryland Gov. Wes Moore listens during a news conference after a meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden at the White House on July 03, 2024 in Washington, DC. Biden met with all of the nation's Democratic governors, virtually or in person, in an effort to shore up support following his performance in the first presidential debate against Donald Trump. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images)

Maryland Democrat Gov. criticized for mismanaging ‘Crime ridden Baltimore,’ as Trump threatens to withhold federal funds

President Donald Trump slammed Democrat Maryland Governor Wes Moore on Sunday, accusing him of mismanaging the “out of control, crime ridden, Baltimore.”

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 24: National Guard Members patrol 14th street, working with Washington DC Metro police on August 24, 2025 in Washington, DC. An increased presence of law enforcement has been seen throughout the nation's capital since U.S. President Donald Trump ordered in federal officers and the U.S. National Guard. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images)

National Guard now carrying weapons in the Nation’s Capital

Some National Guardsmen deployed in Washington, D.C., have been spotted carrying holstered firearms while on patrol.

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 25: Travelers arrive alongside patrolling National Guard soldiers at Union Station on August 25, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Trump administration has deployed federal officers and the National Guard to the District in order to place the DC Metropolitan Police Department under federal control and assist in crime prevention in the nation's capital. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

Trump defends D.C. National Guard move amid criticism from Democrat officials: ‘These people are sick’

President Donald Trump defended deploying the National Guard to patrol urban areas and combat crime in the nation’s capital, countering both liberal mainstream media coverage and Democrat accusations labeling him a “dictator.”

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 22: Members of the National Guard patrol the 14 Street restaurant and nightlife area on August 22, 2025 in Washington, DC. An increased presence of law enforcement has been seen throughout the nation's capital since U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to deploy federal officers and the U.S. National Guard. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images)

National Guard set to mobilize across 19 states amid enforcement of illegal immigration laws

Up to 1,700 National Guardsmen are set to be mobilized across 19 states by the Trump administration as part of the president’s clampdown on illegal immigration.