The Trump administration credits its border and drug policies for a significant reduction in fentanyl-related deaths.
The Trump administration credits its border and drug policies for a significant reduction in fentanyl-related deaths . PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Fentanyl-related deaths in the U.S. fell by 22 percent from 2024 to 2025, according to U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC ) data , with the Trump administration highlighting its efforts to secure the border and combat drug cartels, including through military force . DETAIL: The Trump administration attributes the decline to its border security measures, targeting of drug cartels, and arrests of fentanyl traffickers. The White House also noted a 45 percent reduction in fentanyl seizures and a decrease in the potency of seized fentanyl pills. KEY QUOTE: “President Trump…Open
A sword-wielding attacker injured multiple people at a Swedish high school in Fagersta before being subdued by police.
PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: A sword attack at The Brinell School in Fagersta, Sweden, on Friday left several people injured. The attacker, whose description has not been released, was shot in the leg by police and taken into custody. Local authorities locked down nearby schools and secured the area. WHEN & WHERE: The attack occurred on Friday afternoon at the Brinell School in Fagersta, a small Swedish city with a population of about 12,000. KEY QUOTE: “We have been informed of a serious incident in Fagersta. The police are on site and working very intensively with the incident,” said Swedish Justice Minister Gunnar Strommer. IMPACT: The attack has prompted heightened security measures in the area, including roadblocks and…Open
A new poll from Emerson College shared a glimpse of the presidential contenders leading up to the 2028 election. Drew McCoy, president of Decision Desk HQ, joined Sunrise on The Hill to break down the survey. #Presidentialelection #Decisiondesk #politics
OPINION: Lindsey Granger gives her lens on former First Lady Jill Biden talking about Joe Biden's 2024 debate performance against Donald Trump. #JillBiden #JoeBiden #LindseyGranger About Rising: Rising is a weekday morning show with bipartisan hosts that breaks the mold of morning TV by taking viewers inside the halls of Washington power like never before. The show leans into the day's political cycle with cutting edge analysis from DC insiders who can predict what is going to happen. It also sets the day's political agenda by breaking exclusive news with a team of scoop-driven reporters and demanding answers during interviews with the country's most important political newsmakers. Follow Rising on social media: Website: Hill.TV Facebook:…
OPINION: The FBI reportedly raided the home of former Congressman Eric Swalwell as part of its investigation into alleged sexual assault by Swalwell. #EricSwalwell #FBI #Congress About Rising: Rising is a weekday morning show with bipartisan hosts that breaks the mold of morning TV by taking viewers inside the halls of Washington power like never before. The show leans into the day's political cycle with cutting edge analysis from DC insiders who can predict what is going to happen. It also sets the day's political agenda by breaking exclusive news with a team of scoop-driven reporters and demanding answers during interviews with the country's most important political newsmakers. Follow Rising on social media: Website: Hill.TV Facebook:…
OPINION: Erin Maguire gives her monologue on recent upsets in primary elections sparking a rise in skepticism of polls. #ErinMaguire #Polls #Election About Rising: Rising is a weekday morning show with bipartisan hosts that breaks the mold of morning TV by taking viewers inside the halls of Washington power like never before. The show leans into the day's political cycle with cutting edge analysis from DC insiders who can predict what is going to happen. It also sets the day's political agenda by breaking exclusive news with a team of scoop-driven reporters and demanding answers during interviews with the country's most important political newsmakers. Follow Rising on social media: Website: Hill.TV Facebook: facebook.com/HillTVLive/…
Washington D.C.'s Freedom 250 Grand Prix will take place Aug. 22-23, 2026, marking the first‑ever IndyCar series race on the National Mall. The event celebrates America’s 250th anniversary. #freedom250 #grandprix #indycar #dc
