The White House and Senate Democrats reached a deal Thursday to separate the fight over ICE funding from the threat of a broader government shutdown, sources told Axios.Why it matters: The deal doesn't promise Democrats the changes they want, but it would avoid disruptions to other government services while giving negotiators more time.If negotiators fail to reach a deal over ICE and DHS, funding would also cease for the Coast Guard, TSA and FEMA.Driving the news: As part of ...

As the Senate prepares to kick government funding back to the House, Speaker Mike Johnson is staring down another revolt from his right flank.Why it matters: While removing Department of Homeland Security funding from the overall package was not Johnson's (R-La.) preferred approach, most members want to avoid a government shutdown.But on top of a lengthy list of demands from Democrats around ICE, expect an even longer one from the House Freedom Caucus, centering on sanctuary ...

Data: Indeed/YouGov; Chart: Axios VisualsGen Z is optimistic about their careers despite a gap in expectations among employees and employers in the greater workforce, according to Indeed survey data published Thursday.

Jeffrey Epstein co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell once sent a message to an email address associated with former President Clinton that complimented the size of the recipient's genitals, according to a Trump administration official familiar with the email released in the latest batch of Epstein files.It's unclear whether Maxwell was writing to Clinton or an aide who used the ex-president's account, and whose name was redacted.

The White House expects Panama's Supreme Court on Thursday to cancel a crucial Panama Canal ports contract operated by a firm with ties to China's government, two sources tell Axios.Why it matters: Removing Chinese influence in the Western Hemisphere is central to President Trump's strategy to reassert unquestioned U.S.

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman (KBS) said in a private briefing on Friday in Washington that if President Trump doesn't follow through on his threats against Iran, the regime will end up stronger, four sources in the room tell Axios. Why it matters: This is a reversal from the public Saudi talking points cautioning against escalation and from the deep concern Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) expressed to Trump three weeks ago.

President Trump, his two eldest sons and the Trump Organization sued the IRS and Treasury Department for $10 billion on Thursday over allegedly leaking tax returns containing "confidential, personal information." The big picture: The suit claims former IRS employee Charles "Chaz" Littlejohn illegally obtained access to Trump and his sons' tax returns and return information in 2019 and 2020 and both the IRS and Treasury failed to take precautionary measures to prevent the inci...

The House Republicans' campaign arm brought in $24.3 million in the last quarter of 2025, ending the year with $117.2 million raised, Axios has learned. Why it matters: The National Republican Congressional Campaign Committee's (NRCC) fundraising haul surpasses every recent off-year except for 2021, when Democrats had full control of Washington. The NRCC raised $13.7 million in December alone, and ended the year with $50.7 million cash on hand.

Global trade is a minefield in the Trump era: wherever world leaders step, they risk igniting a new conflict with the Trump administration — trade deal or not.Why it matters: President Trump's constant tariff threats have pushed U.S. trading partners to diversify away from American markets.

Kash Patel on Thursday defended the FBI's raid of the Fulton County, Georgia election office and disputed that the search violated the federal statute-of-limitations.Why it matters: Local officials vehemently objected to the search, saying it amounts to retaliation by President Trump's allies over his 2020 election loss and subsequent election interference case.The search came months after the five-year statute of limitations for federal crimes expired in late 2025.

Senate Democrats on Thursday blocked a package of government funding bills from advancing, as Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) inches toward a deal with President Trump for changes at DHS in exchange for averting a shutdown. Why it matters: Democrats spent the week pledging to block government funding without reforms to ICE and Customs and Border Protection following a string of shootings involving federal law enforcement in Minnesota.

The Senate passed legislation Friday to separate the fight over ICE funding from the threat of a broader government shutdown.Why it matters: It's a major step toward resolving the partial government shutdown that's set to begin at midnight, even as it leaves open questions about whether Democrats can deliver on promises to force changes at the Department of Homeland Security.The package, which funds non-DHS programs through Sept.