Republicans stare down epic voter enthusiasm gap ahead of 2026 midterms
The 14-percentage point advantage is the Democrats largest in decades and reflects Republicans slippery grasp on power in Washington.
Trump moves to remake Dulles Airport, weighing redesign proposals
The administration is considering plans that include building a new terminal and doing away with the people movers.
Trump reframes America, in two acts
The president delivered a speech that tried to reshape the dark reality many Americans say they are feeling, according to polls.
The moment Trumps State of the Union speech changed
At first, President Donald Trump stuck to a largely positive message. But his big speech took a turn about an hour in.
Al Green kicked out of State of the Union after holding sign protesting Trump
The Texas Democrat held a sign that read BLACK PEOPLE ARE NOT APES! Its a reference to a video Trump shared on social media this month that depicted Barack and Michelle Obama as apes.
4 takeaways from Trumps State of the Union address
In the face of headwinds, the president defended many of his unpopular policies.
We asked 2,300 Americans about the best and worst things Trump has done. Heres what they said.
Immigration was the most divisive issue, with supporters calling it Trumps best action and critics deeming it his worst.
Judiciary says courthouses are crumbling nationwide, seeks control over properties
The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts says deteriorating conditions have led to safety hazards and health issues.
GOP lawmaker quietly questioned disturbing East Wing demolition
Rep. Michael Turner, co-chair of the congressional Historic Preservation Caucus, wrote to a top White House aide about his substantial concerns.
The Epstein files have brought a wave of resignations and investigations
A number of prominent figures have stepped down or are facing investigations after their communications with Jeffrey Epstein and his former longtime companion, Ghislaine Maxwell, were released last month.
The State of the Union brings a big audience for Trump. But does it matter?
In the age of algorithm-driven social media feeds, the audience for the speech is increasingly fragmented and entrenched in their political positions.
U.S. womens hockey team declines Trumps State of the Union invitation
The players were honored to be included and are grateful for the acknowledgement, according to a team statement.
Coast Guard investigating swastika found at recruit training center
The incident follows a controversy last year when officials temporarily downgraded the hate symbol to potentially divisive in the services workplace harassment manual.
Trump again centers crime in immigration debate with White House vigil
The vigil centered victims families and crime in defense of the presidents deportation campaign, even as public support for his approach softens.
Judge Cannon orders secrecy for report on Trump classified-documents case
A federal judge in Florida blocked public release of special counsel Jack Smiths extensive report into the classified-documents case against President Donald Trump.
Supreme Court to consider whether states can sue over greenhouse gas emissions
Dozens of municipalities are seeking billions in damages from oil and gas companies, often accusing them of misleading the public about the links between greenhouse gases and climate risks.
FBI Director Kash Patel defends partying with U.S. Olympic ice hockey team
Videos of Patel celebrating in Italy went viral Sunday night, prompting criticism and questions about his judgment during a critical time for the FBI.
Biden, aides project optimism in cancer fight, but some close friends worry
The former president announced last year he has an aggressive form of prostate cancer. He and his aides say hes doing well and has upcoming public appearances.
Gov. Wes Moores redistricting plan is poised to die. Hes still fighting.
Tuesdays candidate filing deadline marks the unofficial end of the window to redistrict Maryland ahead of the 2026 midterms. Moore, a potential 2028 White House contender, refuses to concede defeat.
In bid to win majority, House Democrats target districts Trump easily won
The latest crop of the partys recruits come from an array of working-class backgrounds, some having worked as farmers and ministers and served in the U.S. military.
New bill would restrict Trump administrations push for ICE warehouses
The legislation underscores qualms that lawmakers in both parties have expressed about a push to set up facilities in their states and districts.
Armed man shot and killed inside Mar-a-Lago perimeter, Secret Service says
The man was identified as Austin Tucker Martin of North Carolina. The Secret Service said he was observed carrying what appeared to be a shotgun and a fuel can.
Josh Shapiro to neighbors: Get off my lawn
The Pennsylvania governor and Democratic star is embroiled in a dispute with his neighbor that has escalated into an unlikely political saga.
Supreme Court put the brakes on Trump, after Congress helped him step on the gas
Trump has walked all over Congress but prior presidents of both parties have stretched the bounds of emergency powers.
Why more lawmakers are quitting Congress, and what it means for the midterms
Ahead of the midterm elections, a wave of House and Senate members are retiring or running for other offices.
60% disapprove of Trump ahead of State of the Union, Post-ABC poll finds
Democrats have made little headway in persuading Americans that they have better ideas or policies to offer.
Trump approves D.C. emergency declaration in response to Potomac sewage spill
President Donald Trump has approved a request for federal assistance in response to the massive sewage spill along the Potomac River.
Congress could get a healthy pay raise, courtesy of the courts
A group of ex-members and veteran lawmakers have advanced an unusual lawsuit that could lead to larger salaries.
Spanberger signs bill that could help Democrats gain four House seats
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) has signed legislation that includes congressional redistricting maps that could favor Democrats 10-1 if voters pass a referendum.
As trade envoy, Prince Andrew promoted Britain and exploited his access
For a decade, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who was arrested on Thursday, advocated globally for U.K. trade, cooking up deals that at times made his family cringe.
Handing defeats to Trump, Supreme Court signals potential course change
A pair of rulings on tariffs and National Guard deployment mark the justices first major decisions against the president. More may be coming.
Speaker Johnson denies request for Jesse Jackson to lie in honor at the Capitol
The Republican-led House said Jesse Jackson cannot lie in honor in the U.S. Capitol. The NAACP criticized the decision.
Judges in Virginia name new U.S. attorney, then Justice Dept. fires him
The nearly immediate removal of longtime litigator James W. Hundley continues a clash over control of one of the countrys highest-profile prosecutors offices.
Trump loses favorite negotiating tool he touted to make peace and money
President responds to Supreme Court ruling by announcing an immediate 10 percent global tariff under a different legal authority and warned that more drastic measures could follow.
Trump imposes new tariffs, denounces Supreme Court justices as a disgrace after ruling
The ruling deals a major blow to his signature economic policy and represents a stinging political setback.
Trump slams justices after Supreme Court strikes down most of his tariffs
The ruling deals a major blow to the presidents signature economic policy and represents a stinging political setback.
Trump banner on Justice Dept. building draws authoritarian comparisons
Democrats criticized the appearance of the president on the headquarters of a department that has long prided itself on being independent from the White House.
Judge holds hearing on DOJs effort to search Post reporters devices
Federal agents seized a phone, two laptops, a recorder, a portable hard drive and a Garmin watch in a search of reporter Hannah Natansons home last month.
DOJ struggles as White House presses on voter fraud
Efforts to prosecute noncitizen voters have been slowed by lack of evidence, officials say, while Trump aides push for a broader crackdown.
Democrat wants DHS to examine potential bias in Minneapolis investigations
Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-New Hampshire) asked the Department of Homeland Securitys inspector general to look into the impact of accusations that Rene Good and Alex Pretti were domestic terrorists.
Trump says he will release government files on alien life, UFOs
The presidents announcement came after he rebuked his predecessor Barack Obama for saying that aliens were real. Obama later said he was just guessing.
In rare move, Veterans Affairs pulls back on controversial disability rule
Veterans groups had warned that the change would have disadvantaged veterans who need medication.
4 journalists detained in Cameroon reporting on Trumps deportations
Lawyers say Trump is sending migrants to Cameroon who originated elsewhere. AP freelancers, among others, were detained while reporting on the deportees.
Trump vows $10 billion contribution to his own Board of Peace
President Donald Trumps sparsely attended Board of Peace meeting set a mission to stabilize Gaza, but plans beyond that remain murky.
Trump appears ready to attack Iran as U.S. strike force takes shape
Although the United States and ally Israel have a military advantage over Iranian forces, there are ways for Tehran to make any attack painful, officials said.
Rep. Tony Gonzales had affair with aide who lit herself on fire, lawyer alleges
The congressman from Texas, who is facing a tough primary battle, has denied having an affair.
Veterans sue over Trumps planned 250-foot arch, citing cemetery views
The Vietnam War veterans, who later worked as U.S. diplomats, say that the arch would harm the experience of visiting nearby Arlington National Cemetery.
Replacing Marjorie Taylor Greene puts Trumps control of MAGA to the test
The president is accustomed to defining a race. But some voters in Georgias 14th District do not like being told what to do.
Commission, packed with Trump allies, approves White House ballroom project
The Commission of Fine Arts voted unanimously to approve the nearly 90,000-square-foot buildings design. A federal judge is weighing whether to halt the project.
Trumps Black supporters tout minority gains during White House ceremony
Wednesdays Black History Month event marked a continued defense of a president who has made racial grievance a hallmark of his political ascent.
Hegseth invited Christian nationalist Doug Wilson to preach at Pentagon
The self-described paleo-Confederate has argued that wives should submit to their husbands, women should be denied the vote and Christian enslavers were on firm scriptural ground.
