Oklahoma energy executive Alan Armstrong sworn in as U.S. senator
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) appointed Armstrong to the Senate seat vacated by Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R), who was confirmed as homeland security secretary Monday.
Prosecutor admits government lacks evidence of misconduct by Fed chair
The admission during a closed-door hearing undercuts President Donald Trumps claims of criminality in the central banks $2.5 billion office renovations.
Senate Republicans float deal to end DHS shutdown, but Trump wont commit
The deal under discussion would fund the department except for the part of Immigration and Customs Enforcement charged with arresting and deporting undocumented immigrants.
Justices seem inclined to revive Trump policy blocking migrants at border
The Supreme Court weighed a policy that would allow agents at U.S. borders to block migrants from entering the country to seek asylum.
Tracking who Trump is appointing to fill key administration roles
Follow President Trumps progress filling over 800 positions, among about 1,300 that require Senate confirmation, in this tracker from The Washington Post and the Partnership for Public Service.
He was Rubios friend and roommate. Now Rubio will testify against him.
Former congressman David Rivera, accused of secretly lobbying for Nicols Maduros government in Venezuela, climbed Miami politics alongside Marco Rubio.
Trump hails Memphis crime drop as a win. Locals see a more complex reality.
Crime has fallen, but officials and residents question how much credit the federal surge deserves and whether the approach can deliver lasting change.
Supreme Court appears ready to limit mail-in balloting ahead of midterms
Republican groups challenged a law in Mississippi that allows officials to count mail-in ballots received up to five days after polls close.
New top prosecutor named in New Jersey, ending impasse over U.S attorneys office
Robert Frazer replaces a trio of officials the Justice Department installed to lead the office late last year an arrangement a federal judge ruled was illegal.
Supreme Court says police officer is immune from misconduct claim by protester
The court, in an unsigned opinion, shielded a Vermont police officer from a claim that he used excessive force on a protester during a 2015 sit-in at the states capitol.
Trump says U.S. is postponing strikes as it negotiates end to war with Iran
The presidents announcement sent markets soaring and energy prices diving, as investors bet Irans blockade of a key shipping chokepoint could soon end.
MAHAs political power tested as surgeon general pick stalls
Casey Means faces pushback from some Republicans over her refusal to forcefully recommend vaccines.
Republicans fear this Democrat in Georgia Senate race: This guys no slouch
Behind closed doors, Republicans have tamped down their hopes of unseating Jon Ossoff, a 39-year-old powerhouse fundraiser, as he seeks another term.
Trump installs Christopher Columbus statue on White House grounds
The president has condemned efforts to take down statues of Columbus and other historical figures, saying the removals are an assault on our collective national memory.
White House navigates vaccine politics, midterm risks in CDC director search
The Trump administration faces complicated political dynamics as it seeks someone to helm the key public health agency suffering a prolonged leadership vacuum.
Trump continues to target Robert Mueller after his death
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.
Robert Mueller, ex-FBI director at center of political tempest, dies at 81
After building a reputation for quiet rectitude, he became a political target as special counsel investigating Russian interference in the 2016 election.
Senate rejects Trump-backed measure to ban trans athletes in female sports
The chamber considered adding the measure to a far-reaching voting bill supported by the Republican president.
Trump threatens to deploy ICE to airports as TSA shortages drive delays
Spring break travel is straining airports as rising callouts and resignations among unpaid TSA officers stretch security over a month into the funding standoff.
Super PAC spending passes $200M, with some groups hiding their cause
Groups that include pro-Israel organizations obscured their spending in some midterm races to try to defeat candidates that oppose their cause.
Underground Railroad museum says Trump administration cut funds over race
The founders of an Underground Railroad history site in Albany, N.Y., claim the Trump administrations funding cuts were aimed at marginalizing Black history.
Congress could be headed for a tipping point, irreversible decline
After nearly two decades covering Capitol Hill, a reflection on how bad things are.
Trump signals U.S. may leave allies to manage Iran fallout
The threat comes as Marines sail toward the region amid widespread speculation that U.S. soldiers could be called on to deploy.
Justice Dept. seeks to drop case against officers connected to Breonna Taylor raid
The move comes six years after police shot and killed Taylor inside her Louisville apartment.
House Republicans subpoena prosecutor for records tied to Stephen Miller protester
The demand comes after Rep. Jim Jordan, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, opened an inquiry into Parisa Dehghani-Tafti, Arlington Countys lead prosecutor.
Trump orders TV networks to protect Army-Navy football game
The president wants to grant an exclusive broadcast window for the game, which faces scheduling pressure.
Supreme Court sides with antiabortion activist in free speech case
The Supreme Court ruled an antiabortion activist can challenge a law blocking protests outside of a designated area.
Trump administration asks Congress to block state limits on AI
White House advisers aim to codify policies to protect AI companies interests, despite past opposition from many Republican governors and influencers.
They defended the Capitol on Jan. 6. Their names are missing from the tribute.
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.
In Texas race, House GOP leaders back AK Guy criticized for past remarks
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.
Republicans are ramping up attacks on Muslims and getting rewarded
Past GOP leaders, including George W. Bush, spoke out against Islamophobia. Now it is going unchallenged.
Trumps face on a gold coin? His hand-picked panel will decide.
The proposal has already been resisted by members of a separate federal coin committee and panned by former member Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
Vance is in a bind, supporting a war that could cost him politically
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.
Under Trump, thegovernments watchdogs are losing their independence
Inspectors general are subject to growing partisan pressures as the White House and political figures seek greater influence over them than ever before.
Drones over base where Rubio, Hegseth live raise security concerns
Lockdowns at U.S. bases and a global security alert underscore concerns that Iranian retaliation could extend to officials on American soil.
Afroman prevails in defamation trial over songs about police raid on his home
The case, which explored questions about free speech and the limits of artistic criticism, has also catapulted the rapper back into pop cultures lexicon.
