California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Energy Department to prevent the revival of the Sable Offshore pipeline system, which was previously shut down following a significant oil spill in 2015. The lawsuit claims the federal government is overstepping its authority by using Cold War-era laws to restart the pipeline that connects offshore platforms to California refineries.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has rejected President Donald Trump's ultimatum regarding the Save America Act, emphasizing that Trump's insistence on strict voter ID laws demonstrates a disregard for the American populace. This rejection occurs amid a prolonged funding standoff for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which has now reached 36 days, affecting various federal operations including airport security.

An Air Canada Express regional jet collided with a fire truck while landing at LaGuardia Airport in New York, resulting in the tragic deaths of both the pilot and co-pilot. The incident occurred late Sunday night, closing the airport for several hours and leaving nine individuals hospitalized. The plane was carrying 72 passengers and four crew members from Montreal at the time of the accident.

Hawaii is currently assessing the damage caused by the worst flooding the islands have experienced in over 20 years, with heavy rains leading to evacuations on Oahu and Maui. The flooding has lifted houses and cars, inundated stores, and left streets clogged with mud, prompting urgent responses from local authorities.

Security lines at U.S. airports have stretched for hours as President Trump deployed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to assist Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers amid a partial government shutdown that has left TSA agents unpaid. This deployment began on Monday, with reports of ICE agents being present in multiple cities, including Atlanta, although their immediate impact on the long lines was minimal.

Nationwide protests are set to occur across the United States on March 23, 2026, as part of the third No Kings demonstration against the Trump administration's immigration policies, particularly targeting ICE's actions. The flagship event will take place in Minnesota's Twin Cities, where community members have been vocal against federal immigration enforcement following a tragic incident involving the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent.

In a stunning upset, the 10th-seeded Virginia Cavaliers defeated the No. 2 Iowa Hawkeyes 83-75 in double overtime during the second round of the women's NCAA Tournament, with Kymora Johnson leading the charge by scoring 28 points. This victory marks Virginia's third win in five days, having previously triumphed over Arizona State and Georgia.

Authorities discovered several explosive devices at Fort Washington Park in Maryland over the weekend, leading to the closure of the park by the National Park Service. The Prince George’s county fire department's bomb squad was called to the scene to address the situation.

Long security lines at US airports have been exacerbated by a funding impasse in Congress regarding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with President Trump rejecting compromises proposed by Democrats. This situation has led to significant delays as the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) struggles with staffing shortages.