What Does Trump mean when he calls Cohen a ‘Rat’?
“Never rat on your friends, and always keep your mouth shut.” That’s a famous line from Robert Di Niro’s organized…
Former FBI Director James Comey says Republicans need to ‘stand up’ for rule of law after grilling on Capitol Hill
After giving more than five hours of testimony before two House committees on Capitol Hill Monday, frustrated former FBI Director…
Two ex-business associates of Michael Flynn charged in plot centered on Turkish cleric
Two former business associates of Michael Flynn, President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser, have been indicted for conspiring to…
Hispanic lawmakers head to border for answers in death of 7-year-old Jakelin Caal Maquin
As congressional Democrats call for investigations, members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus planned to inspect the U.S. Customs and Border…
White House closer to partial shutdown with wall demand
Pushing the government to the brink of a partial shutdown, the White House is insisting that Congress provide $5 billion…
Special counsel Robert Mueller’s team: FBI interview did not lead Michael Flynn to make false statements
The special counsel’s office has filed court documents in response to retired Army Lt. Gen Michael Flynn’s sentencing memorandum, in…
Border Patrol defends handling, medical care of 7-year-old girl who died in custody
Department of Homeland Security and Border Patrol officials made a concerted effort Friday to explain the circumstances surrounding the death…
Trump picks Mick Mulvaney, director of the Office of Management and Budget as new acting White House chief of staff
President Donald Trump has tapped Mich Mulvaney, director of the Office of Management and Budget as acting White House chief…
Some romaine lettuce is safe to eat after E. coli outbreak, but caution urged
U.S. officials said Thursday they are cautiously optimistic that romaine lettuce tainted with E. coli that prompted a nationwide recall…
Prosecutors reveal plea deal with tabloid publisher involved in former Trump lawyer hush money payment
Federal prosecutors in the Southern District of New York announced Wednesday they have reached an agreement with American Media Company,…
Pompeo casts doubt on Saudi prince’s role in Khashoggi murder as CIA Director briefs House, Senate prepares to vote
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo again cast doubt on the reported CIA assessment that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman…
Pence’s chief of staff will not take over White House role after John Kelly leaves
Nick Ayers, who was widely speculated to be the next White House chief of staff, will not be stepping into…
Feds recommend ‘substantial term of imprisonment’ for Michael Cohen, Trump’s former fixer and attorney
Federal prosecutors in New York are suggesting that Michael Cohen, the president’s longtime personal attorney and fixer, serve a “substantial…
North Carolina GOP open to new election if fraud found
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US military observation plane flies over Ukraine in direct response to Russia’s actions in Kerch Strait
A U.S. military observation plane flew over Ukraine Thursday in direct response to Russia‘s “unprovoked attack” on Ukrainian Navy ships…
Trump administration’s new proposal aimed at helping coal industry
The Trump administration wants to make it easier for energy companies to open new coal-fired power plants, even as government…
Michigan GOP moves to strip Democratic officeholders’ power
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Next governor will ask Walker to veto lame-duck legislation
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‘It changes everything’: George H.W. Bush’s legacy and one man’s life with disabilities
Almost 30 years ago, Paul Smith traveled to the nation’s capital to watch as the 41st President of the United…
Americans from all walks of life come to Capitol to honor President George H.W. Bush
As a military honor guard stood silent watch, thousands reverently filed through the U.S. Capitol Rotunda Tuesday to pay their…
Maryland, DC begin issuing subpoenas for information about Trump Hotel
Plaintiffs in a major lawsuit accusing President Donald Trump of violating a constitutional clause that prohibits elected officials from doing…
After CIA briefing, Republicans say ‘no question’ Saudi crown prince ordered Khashoggi murder
Following a briefing by CIA director Gina Haspel Tuesday on the murder of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi, leading Republican…
Trump cancels meeting with Putin over Ukraine
President Donald Trump tweeted Thursday, on his way to the G-20 summit in Argentina, that he was canceling his planned…
Paul Ryan lists immigration, debt as biggest regrets
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Mueller asked Trump about 2016 RNC platform change regarding Ukraine: Sources
The list of questions special counsel Robert Mueller submitted to President Donald Trump included a query about a controversial change…
Pentagon identifies 3 US special operations service members killed by roadside bomb in Afghanistan
The Department of Defense has identified three U.S. special operations service members killed by a roadside bomb in Afghanistan. They…
Kellyanne Conway’s husband, other legal scholars, fact check Trump on the courts
It’s not the first time Kellyanne Conway’s husband, a conservative lawyer in Washington, has publicly criticized his wife’s boss, the…
Associate of Roger Stone in plea talks with Mueller
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Trump issues Thanksgiving threat to close US-Mexico border
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No White House comment on NYT report Trump wanted Clinton, Comey prosecuted
The White House on Wednesday still had no comment on a report Tuesday in the New York Times that President…
Schumer asks for probe into Whitaker’s White House contacts
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Once Republican bastions, Democrats see gains in traditionally conservative districts
From Orange County, California, to rural Maine, to the congressional district that’s home to one of President Donald Trump‘s golf…
White House must restore CNN reporter Jim Acosta’s press pass, judge rules
A federal judge on Friday ordered the Trump White House to immediately restore the press pass of CNN Chief White…
Pelosi taunts critics, says she still has support to be elected speaker
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi on Thursday taunted her critics in the House Democratic caucus attempting to block her path…
As deadline looms, Florida recount is poised to head into its next phase
As Florida continues to count and recount votes, a key deadline loomed Thursday afternoon – and one key county, Palm…
‘Never Nancy’: Democrats ramp up efforts to sideline Pelosi, without offering an alternative
A band of House Democrats determined to oppose House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi’s speaker bid are planning to release a…
Trump and his legal team met Monday to answer Mueller’s questions: Sources
President Donald Trump is huddling with his lawyers this week to craft responses to list of written questions from special…
Amid stalled talks, North Korea keeps developing secret ballistic missile sites
Newly-released commercial satellite imagery suggests North Korea is continuing to develop ballistic missile sites at more than a dozen locations,…
‘We could subpoena Mueller’ if the administration restricts Russia investigation: Incoming House Judiciary chairman
The incoming chairman of the House Judiciary Committee said that if the Trump administration restricts Robert Mueller or refuses to…
Next House Oversight Chair: ‘I’m not going to be handing out subpoenas like somebody’s handing out candy on Halloween’
The incoming chair of the House Oversight Committee said he takes his newfound subpoena power very seriously and will not…
‘Rick Scott and Ron Desantis have won,’ Kellyanne Conway says amid mandatory recount of Senate, gubernatorial elections in Florida
A top White House adviser to President Donald Trump declared that Florida Republican candidates for the U.S. Senate and governorship…
Florida heads to recount in razor-thin governor, Senate races after counties submit unofficial results
Florida has headed to a recount yet again — this time, in three statewide races. Interested in Midterm Elections? Add…
Next attorney general could come from Trump’s inner circle: Sources
Less than 24 hours after Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ dismissal, the race to fill his post atop the Justice Department…
White House suspends credentials for CNN correspondent Jim Acosta after heated exchange with Trump
The White House has suspended press access for CNN correspondent Jim Acosta after he and President Trump engaged in a…
Trump says government will halt if Dems investigate him
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Voter help hotline gets 10,000 calls about polling place issues, other concerns
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After racking up thousands of miles on Air Force One campaigning, Trump lies low on Election Day
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US Border Patrol conducts ‘crowd control’ training exercise near Texas polling station
U. S. Border Patrol said it planned to conduct a “crowd control exercise” Tuesday near a Hispanic neighborhood along the…
Utah mayor’s widow: ‘Fitting’ that remains of husband killed in Afghanistan returned to US on Election Day
The widow of Maj. Brent Taylor said Tuesday that it was “fitting” that the remains of her slain husband were…
Election Day 2018 LIVE: Americans head to the polls in historic contest, with Trump presidency at forefront
It’s been a long run — a fact few can attest to more than the candidates on the trail —…
Remains of Utah mayor, killed on Guard duty in Afghanistan, to arrive in US
The remains of a National Guard soldier and Utah mayor killed in Afghanistan over the weekend are expected to arrive…
Independents will decide the midterms and 4 other points you need to know: ANALYSIS
The end of this long 2018 midterm election cycle is upon us, and we are about to hear the political…
Georgia governor hopeful says Republican opponent abused power with ‘cooked up’ hacking allegation
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It’s Democrats +8 in likely voter preference, with Trump and health care on center stage
President Trump’s unpopularity and a broad gap in trust to handle health care are keeping Democrats in the hunt to…
Trump tweets about a Kavanaugh accuser referred to Justice Department by Republican Senator for making up claims
President Trump, who has made Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh‘s confirmation process a rallying cry for supporters on the campaign…
US to impose ‘far tougher’ sanctions on Iran Monday
The Trump administration is set to reimpose sanctions on Iran on Monday that it said are “far tougher than have…
Days before midterms, Trump now says military’s border mission could increase to 15K troops
In a move with potential major political implications just days before the midterm elections, President Donald Trump said Wednesday that…
Trump says he plans to end birthright citizenship for babies born to noncitizens
President Donald Trump, returning to one of his presidential campaign themes, said in an interview that he plans to use…
Some top leaders in Congress won’t appear with Trump in Pittsburgh
Several top congressional leaders from both parties passed on an invitation from the White House to join President Donald Trump…