Glory days of Trump’s gold-plated 757 seem far away as plane sits idle at a sleepy airport
Trump’s personal Boeing 757 was always the crown jewel of his wealth — the ultimate sign that he had made it. He’s used it as a…
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Everything you need to know about the effort to recall California’s governor
The organizers of the effort to recall California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom turned in their final batches of signature petitions to the registrars…
Continue Reading House passes immigration bill with pathway to citizenship for young undocumented immigrants
House Democrats are taking up two separate bills on immigration Thursday, marking the first time Congress will vote on a pathway for citizenship for…
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January 6 fallout: Congress stalls on independent probe while House GOP-Capitol security tension grows
Top Republicans in the House have repeatedly clashed with US Capitol security officials during closed-door meetings in recent weeks, as GOP lawmakers…
Continue Reading Brother of star witness in Trump’s first impeachment set to be promoted by the Army
Army Lt. Col. Yevgeny Vindman, whose brother Alex was a star witness in the House impeachment inquiry, is set to be promoted to colonel after…
Continue Reading White House staff no longer tested for Covid-19 daily
White House staff working in-person are no longer tested for Covid-19 every day as those on campus have been increasingly vaccinated, a recent change…
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Lawmakers want the Justice Department to quickly review hate crimes reported during the pandemic
Two Democratic lawmakers are reintroducing legislation Thursday calling for the expedited review of hate crimes related to the pandemic. The…
Continue Reading Pentagon and senior members of military call out Tucker Carlson for mocking women serving in armed forces: His words ‘don’t reflect our values’
In an extraordinary rebuke, the Pentagon and several senior members of the US military called out Fox News host Tucker Carlson on Thursday for a…
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Senate confirms Merrick Garland as attorney general
The Senate voted to confirm attorney general nominee Merrick Garland on Wednesday, sending the appellate judge on his mission to uphold the integrity…
Continue Reading Congress sends $1.9 trillion pandemic relief package to Biden’s desk
The House of Representatives voted Wednesday to approve the $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief plan, paving the way for President Joe Biden to sign his…
Continue Reading Senior Biden administration officials to meet with Chinese counterparts next week in Alaska
Two top Biden administration officials will meet with their Chinese counterparts next week in what will be the first meeting of officials from both…
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Senior Democratic leader calls for Graham to ‘go to church’ after reparations comment
House Majority Whip James Clyburn on Wednesday blasted Sen. Lindsey Graham over his comments that aid to Black farmers in the Covid-19 relief bill…
Continue Reading House to take final vote on Biden’s $1.9 trillion pandemic plan
The House of Representatives is slated to take a final vote Wednesday to approve President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief plan,…
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2 attorneys named to lead investigation into Cuomo sexual harassment allegations
A former federal prosecutor and an employment discrimination attorney have been selected to lead the investigation into sexual harassment claims made…
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Cuomo faces mounting Democratic backlash as top New York state lawmakers call for resignation
The walls are closing in on New York Gov. Andrew…
Continue Reading A guide to what you can expect to get from the $1.9 trillion Senate stimulus
The $1.9 trillion coronavirus package being considered by the Senate contains a wide range of proposals to help Americans still struggling with the…
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Texas Gov. Abbott faces backlash after lifting coronavirus restrictions
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is facing a torrent of criticism over his surprise decision to roll back his state’s mask mandate and business…
Continue Reading Schumer announces all-female Senate sergeant-at-arms team following US Capitol riot
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer on Wednesday announced an all-female Senate sergeant-at-arms leadership team, after the previous…
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Biden Blasts “Neanderthal Thinking” On COVID-19 Restrictions
Restaurants, bars and other businesses across the country are starting to ease…
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Ronny Jackson under Obama and Trump: From ‘tremendous asset’ to ‘tyrant’
An inspector general report detailing allegations of “sexual and denigrating” comments made by former White House physician Rep. Ronny Jackson, along…
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