Most Americans still want U.S. to take "leading or major world role," poll finds
The poll found general agreement across party lines, but slightly more Republicans than Democrats prefer the U.S. taking a leading role.
Elon Musk says Postal Service, Amtrak should be privatized
Elon Musk said he believes that the U.S. should “privatize anything that can be privatized," including Amtrak and the Postal Service.
Rep. Al Green censured after removal from President Trump's speech
The U.S. House voted Thursday to censure Congressman Al Green following his ejection from the chamber during President Donald Trump’s address to Congress earlier this week.
What does it mean to be censured?
U.S. Rep. Al Green faces a censure vote on Thursday following his ejection from the House chamber during President Donald Trump’s address to Congress earlier this week. But what does being censured mean?
Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection
Sen. Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate party leader in U.S. history, will retire at the end of his term.
RFK Jr. confirmed as health secretary after contentious Senate hearings
The 52-48 vote for President Donald Trump's controversial nominee fell largely along party lines, with former majority leader Mitch McConnell the only Republican to vote against RFK Jr.'s confirmation.
Federal worker buyout deadline: What we know about the deferred resignation program
A judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's plan offering incentives for federal workers to resign, extending the deadline to Monday.
Judge blocks DOGE access to sensitive Treasury Department payment system records
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is led by Elon Musk.
Trump Inauguration 2025: Here's who will and won't attend
The second inauguration of Donald Trump is expected to draw former presidents, tech billionaires, world leaders, and performers. Here are some notable attendees for the 60th Inaugural Ceremonies:
Famous outsiders who joined the government
From reality stars to movie stars, these luminaries left the entertainment industry and ventured into the political space holding prominent roles in government in what’s become a phenomenon through the years.
Here's how history will judge Joe Biden's presidency, according to latest poll
A majority of Americans believe Biden’s presidency will be viewed negatively, but historians disagree. Here's why.
Presidential pardons: Who has issued the most?
Presidents have broad authority to issue pardons – and they use the power a lot.
President Joe Biden's pardons: List
Here's a list of all of President Biden's pardons.
First poll results on Hegseth, Gabbard, and key Trump Cabinet picks
As President-elect Donald Trump continues to select nominees for his new administration, some Americans have their doubts about his choices, a new poll finds.
President-elect Donald Trump says Kari Lake will be Voice of America Director
President-elect Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Kari Lake will serve as the next Voice of America Director.
Here's how US gun ownership has evolved over the past decade, new Gallup poll shows
The number of gun owners in the United States has remained largely unchanged, but the demographics of gun ownership have evolved.
What is a shadow cabinet and how would it work in the US?
Shadow cabinets are the standard in the UK and Canada, but could it work in the United States?
Project 2025: Trump's alleged association and where it aims to go next
Project 2025, linked to Donald Trump, shaped the election narrative as a conservative policy blueprint.
What time do polls close in NY, NJ, and CT on Election Day 2024?
Here's what time polls close in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut on Election Day.
More women got tubal ligations after Roe v. Wade was overturned
A new study shows an increase in women opting for tubal ligations after Roe v. Wade was overturned, with the largest rise in states with abortion bans.