House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins speak at a press conference during the 31st day of the government shutdown in Washington on Oct. 31, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times WASHINGTON—House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has defended the value of the filibuster after President Donald Trump urged Senate Republicans to eliminate it
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The White House cast doubt on media reports suggesting President Donald Trump's administration is poised to strike military targets in Venezuela imminently.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins speaks at a press conference during the 31st day of the government shutdown in Washington on Oct. 31, 2025. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins denied reports on Oct. 31 that her agency has money to pay for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that will be cut or
oFFICE OF tHE fIRST lADY The White House will reopen its doors for public tours on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, with an updated route offering guests the opportunity to experience the history and beauty of the People’s House. In celebration of the holiday season, all December tours will feature the White House Christmas decorations on