President Donald Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minneapolis on Thursday as protests continue in the wake of immigration enforcement. CNN's Zachary Wolf explains what the federal law does and when it has been used in the past.
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President Donald Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minneapolis on Thursday as protests continue in the wake of immigration enforcement. CNN's Zachary Wolf explains what the federal law does and when it has been used in the past. Discover more videos, including live streams and exclusive storytelling, on our Watch page.

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President Donald Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minneapolis on Thursday as protests continue in the wake of immigration enforcement. CNN's Zachary Wolf explains what the federal law does and when it has been used in the past.
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President Donald Trump unveiled a new presidential aircraft on Friday. CNN’s Pete Muntean explains what is different about the new Air Force One.
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Blue material appears to be peeling off the bottom of the National Mall's reflecting pool, just days after its more than $14 million renovation. CNN's Tom Foreman explains how federal officials are working to solve the problems the pool is facing.
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Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani announced Friday that he was canceling a planned trip to the United States in response to remarks made by US President Donald Trump about Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
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The US and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding this week, kicking off a 60-day period of negotiations on a final deal to end the war. CNN’s Kristen Holmes breaks down the details and what each side is claiming it is getting out of the deal.
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The Justice Department plans to file at least 250 denaturalization cases by October, significantly intensifying its effort to revoke citizenship from people naturalized in the United States, according to a senior official. CNN's Priscilla Alvarez explains how the rarely used process is now part of President Donald Trump's aggressive immigration agenda.
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Rockstar Games unveiled the cover artwork and preorder date for the hotly anticipated "Grand Theft Auto VI" on Thursday. CNN’s Lisa Eadicicco explains why incremental updates like these garner so much attention in the gaming world.
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The billionaire healthcare executive won the Republican nomination in Georgia governor's race on Tuesday. CNN's Arlette Saenz explains how Jackson was able to beat President Donald Trump's pick, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, and why this race will be one to watch in November.
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Lionel Messi’s three-goal performance in Argentina’s opening World Cup match against Algeria wowed even those soccer fans used to Messi’s greatness. CNN’s Amanda Davies breaks down the record-breaking performance from the Argentinian superstar.
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The Department of Justice is investigating Gavin Newsom’s wife, according to a person familiar with the matter, in a move the Democratic California governor blasted Monday as politically motivated. CNN’s Paula Reid explains what Newsom’s office is claiming investigators are looking at in their probe.
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The 40-year-old goalkeeper from Cape Verde who held Spain to a scoreless World Cup draw is capturing the hearts of soccer fans worldwide. CNN’s Amanda Davies explains how Vozinha is reacting to the stunning outcome and newfound attention.
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Sean Strickland, the current UFC middleweight champion, was escorted out of Sunday’s UFC Fan Fest at the Ellipse near the White House. CNN’s Brian Todd explains why Strickland’s presence at the event drew so much attention.
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Fox announced Monday that it is acquiring Roku, the popular streaming TV platform, in a massive $22 billion deal. CNN's David Goldman breaks down what viewers can expect from the streaming services after acquisition.
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The Department of Interior said Thursday it is investigating what appears to be the numbers <strong>"</strong>8647<strong>"</strong> etched into the grass on the National Mall. CNN’s Camila DeChalus explains what may be behind the mysterious appearance of the numbers in Washington, DC.
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