How Trump has reshaped the federal judiciary, 3 years into his presidency
Three years into President Trump’s term, the Senate has confirmed 192 Trump-appointed federal judges. But what does that mean for the country's judicial system?
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First construction of brand-new border wall in Texas begins
Construction on the Trump administration’s first totally new border wall – where none existed previously – has started in Texas, just southeast of the town of McAllen along the Rio Grande river, U.S.
Beto O’Rourke’s gun confiscation rhetoric could doom political future in Texas
Beto O'Rourke’s hard-left turn on gun confiscation in the Democratic presidential primary may play well with liberal primary voters across the country – butthe former congressman could also be hurting his political future inTexas should he someday choose to run statewide again.
Researchers challenge widely cited study linking Trump rallies to hate crimes
Media outlets lavished attention this year on a study that found hate crimes were a whopping 226 percent higher in counties where President Trump held rallies -- but researchers at another university are now challenging those findings,saying there is no link between the two, once a basic flaw in the calculations is fixed.
Trump campaign's small-dollar donations surge, marking major shift for GOP
The Republican Party has long been panned by its detractors as theparty of big money and big donors -- but donation patterns have changed measurably under President Trump, a Fox News analysis of campaign finance datashows.
AFL-CIO tweets Marxist video calling to ‘seize the means of production’
The AFL-CIO, the largest federation of labor unions in the United States,has stirred controversy by tweeting a Marxist video and declaring: "We all need to seize the means of production.
Sander-nista? Archives show Bernie’s past praise of socialist revolutionaries
Bernie Sanders has long billed himself as a democratic socialist, citing the peaceful governments of Denmark and Sweden as his inspirations. But back in the 1980s, as mayor of Burlington, Sandersoften endorsed a different strain of leftist government.
Russia probe flashback: 7 ways FBI actions raised bias questions
The conclusion of Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation – and its determination that no evidence supports claims of Trump-Russia collusion – has spurred calls from President Trump’s allies to closely examine the probe’s origins at the FBI.
Lifestyles of the Rich and Socialist: From Chavez to Castro, leaders who lived the high life
Socialist leaders come to power promising to equalize society.But, in the words of George Orwell's 'Animal Farm,' their followers soon learn "some are more equal than others.
Annual economic growth hits 3 percent, defying predictions of Trump critics
The White House is touting new economic numbers that famous economists once predicted would never happen under President Trump.
5 inconvenient truths about Che Guevara
Che Guevara's fans might not be aware of just what their idol did and said. Here’s a look back at the history.
DHS official: Border security bill does not contain ‘amnesty’ poison pills
Immigration hawks slammed the border security compromise President Trump signed into law Friday for containing last-minute provisions that they argued gives "amnesty" to many – but a Department of Homeland Security official insisted to Fox News that’s a misunderstanding of the bill.
What ‘democratic socialism’ really means: The movement reshaping America’s left
American politicians like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez increasingly embrace the socialist label – but with a qualifier, calling themselves “democratic socialists.”
Top 5 failed socialist promises: From Lenin to Chavez
Politicians of all stripes make big promises to get into office – but some of the most extravagant promises of the last century have come from socialist politicians pledging to reshape society as a utopia for all.
Socialism rising: Universities and ‘radical’ profs helping steer leftward shift in politics, critics say
Socialism is on the rise, as Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez carry the torch in Congress and polls show young people and Democrats warming to the ideology.
Americans warming to socialism over capitalism, polls show
Politicians calling themselves "Democratic socialists" have made very-visible gains in the past year, with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joining Congress on Thursday and Sen. Bernie Sanders becoming a party icon with the status to bring policies like Medicare-for-all into the mainstream.
Despite heat at home, Trump approval ratings tower above embattled European leaders’
President Trump routinely takes grief from the pundits for his underwater approval ratings – but compared with some of his embattled European counterparts, facing civil unrest in the streets and internal government tensions, the U.S.
Democrat Kelly beats GOP's Kris Kobach for Kansas governor
Democratic state senator Laura Kelly has beat Republican Secretary of State Kris Kobach, Fox News projects, flipping the Governor's mansion in a deep red state that voted for Trump by more than 20 points.
Republicans see hope in early-vote totals from key battlegrounds
Republicans are continuing to see strong early-vote turnout in key battleground states, potentially boosting their chances for at least holding the Senate even as analysts see Democrats holding the overall edge in the battle for House control.
The Trump effect? How the economy changed after 2016 elections
The economy is good. Many credit President Trump – but President Obama also tried to take credit last week, saying, “when you hear all this talk about economic miracles right now, remember who started it.
GOP rep slams Dem’s ‘false’ charge of bigotry
California Rep. Adam Schiff accused a GOP colleague of bigotry against Koreans. But the rep denies ever saying the remarks.
Democratic candidates enjoy windfall of out-of-state cash, as liberal donors bet big
Democrats are outraising Republicans in this year's tight Senate races. Their secret: out-of-state donors.
Threat against GOP rep's daughters latest in 'very dangerous' wave
Republican Rep. Jason Lewis told Fox News he has contacted the police over threats to him and even his daughters in the wake of reports about controversial statements he made as a radio show host.
California Dems Dreamin'? Long-shot bid to split up state would boost party in Senate
Californians likely will vote in November on a long-shot referendum to split their giant state into three – a measure that, while standing little chance of success, would represent a political gift to Democrats.
Spending bill passed by Congress could disarm some veterans, GOP lawmaker warns
A Republican lawmaker is warning that the $1.3 trillion spending bill approved by Congress last week means more aging veterans could be deprived of owning guns because of a policy that targets those who no longer handle their finances.
Media twist tax plan studies to claim it hammers middle class
Many media outlets loudly claim that both the House and Senate versions of tax reform harm the middle class and poor.
Virginia governor's race: Forms suggest Dem's campaign involved in 'race-baiting' ad, despite denials
Virginia gubernatorial candidate Ralph Northam’s campaign is being accused of playing a role in a controversial ad that was pulled last week, as disclosure forms reveal ties to the political group behind the incendiary commercial – though the Democrat’s campaign denies it.
'Well-oiled' activist ops targeting GOP reps at their homes, hijacking town halls
The left has upped the stakes in its guerilla operations against Republicans, as deep-pocketed groups fund protesters to show up to the offices and even houses of congressmen to protest their lack of "town hall" meetings.