Supreme Court justices visit Capitol Hill for their first appearance since 2019 along with other major news stories

Good morning. Welcome to TotalNews First, your morning newsletter. Here’s what you need to start your day… Top 3 1. A Supreme Court justice makes an unusual visit to Capitol Hill. 2. Lindsey Graham’s sister is appointed to take over his Senate seat. 3. The U.S. conducts a new attack on Iran during a five-hour […]
Man with a gun taken into custody at Capitol security checkpoint

Armed Man Arrested Near U.S. Capitol On Monday, an armed individual was taken into custody as he approached security barricades outside the U.S. Capitol. This incident prompted law enforcement to temporarily close off parts of the area while they investigated his intentions for arriving at this highly secured location. The U.S. Capitol Police reported that […]
Judge Decides to Overturn Convictions of Four Proud Boys from January 6 Capitol Riot

A Federal Judge Overturns Proud Boys Convictions from Capitol Riot A federal judge, appointed by President Donald Trump in 2017, has decided to dismiss the convictions of four members of the Proud Boys involved in the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. U.S. District Judge Timothy J. Kelly responded to a request from […]
Justices Barrett and Kagan visit Capitol Hill for budget discussion

Supreme Court Justices to Testify on Budget Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan are slated to appear before Congress next week to discuss the Supreme Court’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2027. This event will take place before the House Appropriations subcommittee, shortly after the conclusion of the Supreme Court’s significant term. Recently, the […]
Trump’s Trip to Capitol Hill for a Heated Lunch with Senate Republicans

Senate Delays Jay Clayton’s Confirmation Following Trump’s Shift in Strategy The Senate has postponed the confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence (DNI). This decision came after President Donald Trump announced he would not support FISA without the SAVE America Act, igniting further political turmoil. It’s all unfolding in real time at […]
Rep. Tom Kean Jr is back on Capitol Hill after being away for 100 days

New Jersey Congressman Missing for Weeks Rep. Tom Kean Jr. (RN.J.) has been absent from Congress for several weeks, missing over 50 votes since early March, according to Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram. After spending more than 100 days away from the Capitol, Kean is planning to return to Washington, D.C. in the coming weeks, […]
Rep Tom Kean Jr intends to go back to Capitol Hill as questions increase regarding his absence.

Kean Jr. Plans Return to Congress After Months Away Representative Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.) announced on Tuesday that he feels “better than ever” and intends to resume in-person duties “in the coming weeks.” This follows a period of absence from the Capitol due to unspecified medical issues. Kean, who serves New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, […]
Capitol Hill has not addressed the effects of NIL on college sports.

Congress Considers Reforming College Sports Finances There seems to be a bipartisan move in Congress aimed at addressing the costly issues within college sports, yet it has garnered unexpected silence from many stakeholders. The University Sports Protection Act is set to be presented by Sen. Ted Cruz and Sen. Maria Cantwell. The objective is to […]
Jack Osbourne brings a message to Capitol Hill: Celebrities should ‘stay silent’ on politics

Jack Osbourne Avoids Political Talks Jack Osbourne has expressed a clear disinterest in discussing politics with paparazzi. Recently seen at the Capitol with his mother, Sharon, Osbourne was there to honor his late father, Ozzy, who passed away in 2025. As they were leaving, a reporter approached him seeking his views on current events. In […]
Hegseth goes to Capitol Hill to support Trump’s stance on Iran before Congress.

Hegseth to Testify on Iran Conflict Secretary of the Army Pete Hegseth is set to appear before Capitol Hill for the first time since the conflict escalated, defending the Trump administration’s approach to Iran amidst increasing scrutiny from lawmakers. During a hearing with Gen. Dan Kaine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, scheduled […]