Private prisons announce $1.4 billion in revenue as immigration detentions climb
That revenue does not include net proceeds of $1.6 billion made by CoreCivic after the recent sale of four of…
Another court blocks White House ballroom work, teeing up a Supreme Court review
A federal appeals court says above-ground construction cannot continue without approval from Congress, siding with historic preservation advocates.
The park service says Trump’s arch would obstruct historic sites. Could it be moved?
President Trump's proposed arch in Memorial Circle would intrude on dozens of nearby sites, says the National Park Service. But…
A veteran was detained by the National Guard in her front yard. Now she’s suing
Military veteran and D.C. resident Anna King has filed a $3 million lawsuit against the Idaho National Guard, saying three…
They’re a world leader in using drones for healthcare. But drones can’t do it all
Drones carrying medical supplies constantly crisscross the skies of Rwanda. The Trump administration is giving a major grant to the…
Ripple effects: After Hearn, three others have their Reflecting Pool charges dropped
Prosecutors dropped their case against David Hearn on Friday, blaming Reflecting Pool damage on a "botched installation" rather than vandalism.…
More than 25,000 children lose previous legal protections, as federal contract ends
Thousands of unaccompanied immigrant children are set to lose legal representation. The federal contract that pays for legal access expired…
Prosecutors move to dismiss Reflecting Pool vandalism case, saying ‘botched installation’ to blame
The government had accused David Hearn of ripping a piece of sealant after a $14 million renovation. Hearn has repeatedly…
The Trump administration wants $10 million more to cover its July Fourth celebrations
Congress allocated $150 million for 250th birthday events. The Trump-backed group that planned the state fair and July 4th fireworks…
Haitian TPS holders in South Florida brace for end of their legal status
Temporary protected status was given to Haitians after the 2010 quake because Haiti was deemed too dangerous for a safe…