Liz Landers

The Supreme Court temporarily cleared the way for construction of President Trump’s White House ballroom to continue while the justices consider his administration's appeal. Additionally, white house correspondent Liz Landers reports on the ballroom and the president's IndyCar race coming to the nation's capital this weekend.

Reports from sailors and their families describe concerning conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. The ship has been at sea since last November, marking a record-length deployment. These concerns were addressed by Trump, who dismissed them over the long-deployed carrier.

The FBI reports cyberattacks on water systems in seven U.S. states, with federal officials attributing the attacks to Iran. Liz Landers discussed the issue with Cynthia Kaiser, who previously worked in the FBI’s cyber division and now works at Halcyon.

President Trump's new tariffs, covering nearly all U.S. imports, took effect for over 80 countries. They replace previous tariffs, referred to as 'liberation day' by Trump, which were invalidated by the Supreme Court earlier this year.

President Trump made claims about China's foreign interference in elections but downplayed the issue when asked about directly addressing Beijing. Democrats have raised concerns about his focus on elections and potential actions ahead of midterms.

State election administrators in Arizona and Georgia discussed their responses to President Trump's speech on reshaping elections. The conversation focused on how officials are addressing concerns raised by Trump's remarks.

President Trump is expected to make new claims about foreign interference in the 2020 presidential election. His repeated claims about the 2020 vote have been rejected by courts, election officials, and independent assessments, which found no evidence of widespread fraud.

Several New York Times reporters were subpoenaed by a federal grand jury after the paper published stories about security concerns regarding the new Air Force One. White House correspondent Liz Landers discusses the case's implications for press freedom with Will Creeley.

Inflation eased more than expected in June, which is welcomed by President Trump as part of his economic agenda. However, ongoing high prices continue to strain households, and political pressure over the cost of living remains. The report highlights uncertainty about when consumers will see relief.

The U.S. is conducting strikes against Iran for the third consecutive night, with Iran firing a missile at a U.S. Navy ship. President Trump announced to Congress that the U.S. and Iran have resumed fighting, including plans to blockade Iran and the Strait of Hormuz and impose a 20% tax on ships.

The Supreme Court upheld state bans on transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports, marking a defeat for LGBTQ rights advocates. Trans advocates are refocusing their efforts as new legal challenges emerge, according to a report by Liz Landers.

President Trump has removed the remaining members of the Election Assistance Commission, a bipartisan federal agency that assists state and local officials in managing elections and certifying voting equipment. The action occurs as planning for the midterm elections is underway.

The U.S.-Iran ceasefire is at risk following renewed strikes by U.S. Central Command against Iran. Neither side shows willingness to resume talks, and Iran has not agreed to allow free passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Visitors attended the Great American State Fair on the National Mall to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, but President Trump's approach to the commemoration introduced a partisan tone instead of fostering unity.

President Trump is attempting to increase his influence over election administration ahead of the midterms, leading to multiple legal battles across the country. These disputes could determine how elections are conducted this fall. Ben Ginsberg, an election lawyer involved in the 2000 Bush v. Gore case, discussed the issue with Liz Landers.

A PBS News/NPR/Marist poll indicates the U.S. is divided over its future, with most Americans believing the nation has drifted from its founding ideals. A growing number of respondents suggest violence might be necessary to realign the country.

The Trump administration has sought to reshape election processes amid debates over security, causing tension with election administrators. The president claims widespread voter fraud, which election officials dispute.

Heavy fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon threatened the U.S.-Iran agreement to end the war, but a temporary ceasefire was secured. The U.S. and Iran plan to meet soon to negotiate a longer-term accord.

The U.S. announced it is lifting the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to allow ship traffic, which had been halted since the start of the war. Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei praised the agreement with the U.S., attributing it to President Trump's 'desperation.'

The Trump administration disclosed details of an agreement between the U.S. and Iran to end the war, open the Strait of Hormuz, and initiate further negotiations. However, the deal is not finalized, and Trump reiterated threats to attack Iran if they fail to comply.

The United States and Iran have electronically signed a memorandum aiming to end their war, with key questions remaining before the official signing. The deal was central at the G7 summit in France, where President Trump joined other leaders.

The U.S. and Iran claim to be approaching a deal to end a war that began four months ago, though details on timing and execution remain unclear. Both nations have made previous announcements with similar ambiguity.

President Donald Trump warned during a PBS News interview that 'lots of bombs' would go off in Iran if the current ceasefire expires without a peace deal. The comment was made during a phone conversation with reporter Liz Landers, highlighting potential military escalation.