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A photographer captured a sunny May 2024 day in LA's Pacific Palisades neighborhood. Eight months later, they walked the same route, illustrating the catastrophic damage caused by the Palisades Fire.

Farmer Andy Lyall joins ABC News Live to discuss how the wildfires are impacting farmers.

Dozens of American college students visited Israel and the United Arab Emirates over the winter break, where they witnessed first-hand the successes of the historic Abraham Accords amid ongoing campus tensions at home as the war in Israel continues.

Forty-three undergraduate students from across the country participated in a 10-day trip to Israel and the UAE over the winter semester break through the Israel on Campus Coalition’s Geller International Fellowship, Fox News Digital learned. The students met with business leaders, academics and political leaders to discuss and experience Middle East culture, as well as see first-hand the importance of the Abraham Accords, which were brokered under President-elect Donald Trump’s first administration in 2020.

"Witnessing the successes of the Abraham Accords first hand with a group of college students who are passionate about peace and coexistence, in an era where dialogue on American college campuses like my own is sparse, has been a poignant and critical reminder of what the future of the Middle East can hold," Columbia University senior studying the Middle East, Eden Yadegar said in comment to Fox News Digital.

"Peace, security, and coexistence are not distant ideals, but a reality on the ground thanks to the United States, Israel, and the UAE. The future of the Middle East is here and it’s bright, and I am incredibly grateful to the Israel on Campus Coalition for providing me with the opportunity to engage in these critical conversations and experiences."

President Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction, the nation's highest civilian honor, to Pope Francis on Saturday.

The medal was scheduled to be presented to the pope in person in Rome during what was to be Biden's final overseas trip of his presidency, but Biden canceled his travel plans so he could monitor the wildfires in California.

Instead, Biden bestowed the award on the pope during a phone call in which they also discussed efforts to promote peace and alleviate suffering around the world.

"Pope Francis is...

Do you live in a red state, a blue state, or one where Republicans and Democrats share power?

Your answer might provide the best indicator of what to expect from your governor and state lawmakers as President-elect Donald Trump takes office and legislatures convene.

In many cases, political party identification has come to define public policy, percolating from the nation’s capital down to the 50 statehouses.

Many Republican state officials are aligning with Trump's policies by pledging to help him crack down on illegal immigration, for example...

On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, moderated by Margaret Brennan:

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MARGARET BRENNAN: I'm Margaret Brennan in Washington.

And this week on Face the Nation: As we begin what's now day six of the catastrophic fires in Southern California, the situation is still extremely volatile and therefore still very dangerous. The death toll stands at 16, with 150,000 residents under evacuation orders.

The long-term impact on Californians' health and...

Missed the second half of the show? The latest on...Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that Republicans are "going to work around the clock, through the night, through weekends to make sure we get that Cabinet confirmed", Sen. Mark Kelly tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "I know this is controversial. I know folks earn a living on TikTok," but the app "has a national security risk to it", and Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, who has a new documentary airing on PBS, “Coming to America," that examines how nine remarkable American immigrants have shaped our country's history.

Rep. Judy Chu, who represents areas that were devastated by the Los Angeles wildfires, said fire agencies have assured her there is "enough water" to continue fighting fires amid concerns over water pressure in the area.

Chu, a California Democrat whose district includes the area of Altadena that was decimated by the Eaton Fire, explained on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that when the fires first started amid "drastic winds," fire departments were overwhelmed.

"This is not an ordinary incident, and many fire hydrants were going on at...

“Den of Thieves 2: Pantera” debuted atop the box office with $15.5 million.

Malala Yousafzai urges Muslim leaders to challenge policies restricting girls and women's schooling.

Young male gamers in South Korea thought it resembled a gesture used to poke fun at the size of men’s penises.

The following is the full transcript of an interview with former House Speaker Newt Gingrich on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Jan. 12, 2025.

MARGARET BRENNAN: We go now to Naples, Florida and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, who has a new documentary airing on PBS, "Coming to America." It examines how nine remarkable American immigrants have shaped our country's history. Welcome to "Face the Nation."

FORMER SPEAKER NEWT GINGRICH: Good to be with you.

MARGARET BRENNAN: In this documentary, you tell the stories of these...

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," after the devastating Pacific Palisades fire, Jonathan Vigliotti reports from the area, while FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell and Rep. Judy Chu of California discuss the response. Plus, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich joins.

The following is the full transcript of an interview with Sen. Mark Kelly, Democrat of Arizona, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Jan. 12, 2025.

MARGARET BRENNAN: We turn now to Arizona Democratic senator Mark Kelly, who joins us from Tucson, Arizona. Good morning to you, Senator.

SEN. MARK KELLY: Good morning, Margaret.

MARGARET BRENNAN: It- it's going to be a very busy week in the Senate. Before I get to those confirmation hearings, I want to follow up on what the FBI director told our Scott Pelley there in describing...

The following is the full transcript of an interview with Sen. John Barrasso, Republican of Wyoming, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Jan. 12, 2025.

MARGARET BRENNAN: We turn now to the number two Republican in the Senate, Wyoming's John Barrasso. He joins us this morning from Casper, Wyoming. Welcome back to Face the Nation.

SEN. JOHN BARRASSO: Thank you, Margaret.

MARGARET BRENNAN: There's a busy week ahead in the Senate, but before I get to that business, I do want to ask you about these fires in California. Do you...