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The Trump administration faces complicated political dynamics as it seeks someone to helm the key public health agency suffering a prolonged leadership vacuum.

Mueller, who led the Russia investigation and the bureau after 9/11, remained a target of Trump years after his probe of possible election interference.

After building a reputation for quiet rectitude, he became a political target as special counsel investigating Russian interference in the 2016 election.

The chamber considered adding the measure to a far-reaching voting bill supported by the Republican president.

Spring break travel is straining airports as rising callouts and resignations among unpaid TSA officers stretch security over a month into the funding standoff.

Groups that include pro-Israel organizations obscured their spending in some midterm races to try to defeat candidates that oppose their cause.

The founders of an Underground Railroad history site in Albany, N.Y., claim the Trump administrations funding cuts were aimed at marginalizing Black history.

After nearly two decades covering Capitol Hill, a reflection on how bad things are.

Ballard Partners will represent Khalifa Hifter and his armed forces, signaling a renegade commanders desire to gain influence in Washington.

The threat comes as Marines sail toward the region amid widespread speculation that U.S. soldiers could be called on to deploy.

The move comes six years after police shot and killed Taylor inside her Louisville apartment.

The demand comes after Rep. Jim Jordan, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, opened an inquiry into Parisa Dehghani-Tafti, Arlington Countys lead prosecutor.

The president wants to grant an exclusive broadcast window for the game, which faces scheduling pressure.

The Supreme Court ruled an antiabortion activist can challenge a law blocking protests outside of a designated area.

White House advisers aim to codify policies to protect AI companies interests, despite past opposition from many Republican governors and influencers.

A Washington Post review found at least 16 D.C. police officers who faced the violent mob are omitted from a personnel list displayed at the U.S. Capitol.

Brandon Herrera, the de facto Republican nominee after Rep. Tony Gonzales exited amid a scandal over an affair, has been criticized for videos on his gun-focused YouTube channel.

President Donald Trump joked about Pearl Harbor in a meeting Thursday with the Japanese prime minister.

Past GOP leaders, including George W. Bush, spoke out against Islamophobia. Now it is going unchallenged.

The proposal has already been resisted by members of a separate federal coin committee and panned by former member Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

People close to JD Vance concede that a long conflict will be a challenge for the next GOP nominee but say the vice president hasnt made up his mind about running.

Inspectors general are subject to growing partisan pressures as the White House and political figures seek greater influence over them than ever before.

Lockdowns at U.S. bases and a global security alert underscore concerns that Iranian retaliation could extend to officials on American soil.

The case, which explored questions about free speech and the limits of artistic criticism, has also catapulted the rapper back into pop cultures lexicon.

Sen. Markwayne Mullin isnt backing down from mass deportations.

The director of national intelligence provided the Senate Intelligence Committee with mixed messages about the state of Irans nuclear program before the war began.

The Save America Acts effects are unpredictable, but changes in voting patterns could make more stringent requirements a problem for Republicans.

John Cornyn casts himself as one of the presidents biggest supporters in the Senate, and Ken Paxton is running ads in the Florida region that includes Mar-a-Lago.

The win capped a mixed night for AIPAC and crypto, which spent heavily in Illinois primary elections.

Administration officials argue they are working to compromise with Democrats to unlock DHS funding and end the partial shutdown.

The planned $400 million project has been a top priority for the president. Judge Richard Leon said he hopes to rule this month on whether to halt construction.

The State Department order to review security at ALL posts worldwide follows persistent attacks on U.S. embassies, with almost 300 reported in Iraq alone.

The Save America Act does not have the support of the 60 senators needed to overcome a filibuster but Republicans are set to debate it at length under pressure from President Donald Trump.

The attorney general is slated to appear before a congressional committee to address DOJs handling of its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Israeli officials told U.S. counterparts they hope for an uprising even though it would lead to a massacre, according to a State Department cable reviewed by The Post.

Trump has expressed frustration over a lack of military assistance from allies, but leaders are reluctant to join a conflict he started without consulting them.

Abdul El-Sayed, backed by Sanders, is betting a populist agenda is Democrats path back to power in a state that has traditionally produced more moderate senators.

Congress created the arts commission 116 years ago. Previous commission members have included Frederick Law Olmsted Jr. and Daniel Burnham.

Janet Mills, the two-term governor, is running ads in the state slamming insurgent Graham Platners past Reddit comments on sexual assault.

A decision by the Supreme Court could affect other challenges to the governments efforts to end temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of migrants.

The judge said the government has undermined its history of recognizing the importance of involving independent experts in setting the national public health agenda.

The injuries have occurred as Iran launches waves of missile and one-way attack drones in response to the Trump administrations expansive assault.

Rep. Neal Dunn (R-Florida), who is not seeking reelection, had not previously publicly disclosed that he is battling a terminal illness.

The presidents longtime confidante plans to continue working while receiving treatment. Her prognosis is beyond excellent, Trump said.

The partys well-funded canvassing and advertising campaign for a referendum that could add four blue seats to Congress has Republicans scrambling to respond.

They were a key part of the coalition that powered the presidents comeback, and their frustrations signal vulnerability for Republicans ahead of the midterms.

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