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House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has announced there will be a vigil in Statuary Hall of the Capitol tonight at 6:15 pm et to honor Charlie Kirk.While it is expected to be respectful, Capitol Hill is a tinderbox right now. Democrats and Republicans are still trading barbs at one another. Both sides are accusing the other of contributing to the hyper-toxic rhetoric. There are calls to "lower the temperature." But remember, Congress is a thermometer — not a thermostat.We could have verbal jousting in and around the solemn ceremony tonight. Members could again unload on another when they filter back

Republican Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas will not run for re-election in 2026.The long-serving lawmaker noted during an appearance on ABC's "This Week" that he will serve the rest of his current term, but is seeking a "new challenge."McCaul has previously chaired the House Committee on Homeland Security and the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.‘JUST EVIL’: TOP REPUBLICAN DETAILS RUSSIA'S ‘HORRIFIC’ MASS ABDUCTIONS OF UKRAINIAN CHILDREN"It has been the honor of a lifetime to represent the people of central Texas and to chair the prestigious Homeland Security and Foreign Affairs Committees," the congressman said in social media posts."My father’s service

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Hundreds gathered Sunday night in the Utah hometown of alleged gunman Tyler Robinson to honor Charlie Kirk, mourn with his family, and acknowledge the pain of Robinson’s relatives.Organizer Jordan Hess told the crowd he was "deeply moved" by their attendance. "I’m grateful that everyone felt the desire and the need to be here in the spirit of community tonight," he said, clearly emotional.Hess said the event was organized to "celebrate who we are as Americans – and to mourn … We gather today not as Democrats or Republicans, not as left or right, not as different races or believers of different

There was no fourth-quarter magic for J.J. McCarthy in his second NFL start, as the Atlanta Falcons handled the Minnesota Vikings on the road to win their first game of the season, 22-6.McCarthy stole a victory in Chicago last Monday after orchestrating a thrilling fourth quarter against the Bears. But the Falcons had all the answers for the young quarterback on "Sunday Night Football" to get in the win column. McCarthy went 11-of-21 through the air for 158 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions in a game where he had some chances for big plays, but he just didn’t have

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) arrested two men in Utah after a bomb was found underneath a FOX 13 News vehicle in Salt Lake City, according to official reports.The suspects, Adeeb Nasir, 58, and Adil Justice Ahmed Nasir, 31, are facing multiple charges, including Threat of Terrorism, Possessing Weapons of Mass Destruction and Possessing Explosive Devices.The device was found on Friday, Sept. 12 and determined to be real, FOX 13 reported. Officials said the device had been lit but "failed to function."The Salt Lake City Police Bomb Squad and the Unified Fire Authority Arson/Bomb Squad located the device under

Hollywood stars arrived at the Peacock Theater for the 77th Emmy Awards on Sunday. Country star, Lainey Wilson, who will be singing during the in memorium segment of the award show, walked the carpet in an all-white ensemble, including a cowboy hat and sheer bedazzled pants.Selena Gomez walked the red carpet as part of the cast of "Only Murders in the Building," in a red dress. She styled her hair in an updo and accessorized with diamond earrings.AMAL CLOONEY, HEIDI AND LENI KLUM TURN HEADS AT THE VENICE FILM FESTIVALSydney Sweeney walked the red carpet in a strapless red dress with

Chicago Public Schools enrollment dipped further than last year, preliminary data shows.Chalkbeat analyzed preliminary data of the district's enrollment ahead of Sept. 15, when the district releases the official count. The outlet reported that data, which is available on CPS school profiles, shows a decline in the number of English language learners and Black students.Chicago Public Schools has not officially provided its enrollment for the 2025-26 school year. The district told Fox News Digital that it would not comment on the preliminary numbers."Chicago Public Schools utilizes the 20th day of school each year - which this year is September 15th - as