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.
Congress could be headed for a tipping point, irreversible decline
After nearly two decades covering Capitol Hill, a reflection on how bad things are.
Firm with ties to Trump officials signs deal to lobby for Libyan warlord
Ballard Partners will represent Khalifa Hifter and his armed forces, signaling a renegade commanders desire to gain influence in Washington.
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.
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.
With Japanese prime minister at his side, Trump makes Pearl Harbor joke
President Donald Trump joked about Pearl Harbor in a meeting Thursday with the Japanese prime minister.
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.
Gabbard tells senators Iranian regime is degraded but still intact
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 voting bill Trump says will secure victory could backfire
The Save America Acts effects are unpredictable, but changes in voting patterns could make more stringent requirements a problem for Republicans.
Trumps withheld endorsement hangs over Senate primary in Texas
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.
Stratton wins Illinois Senate primary in victory for Pritzker
The win capped a mixed night for AIPAC and crypto, which spent heavily in Illinois primary elections.
White House details offer to end partial government shutdown
Administration officials argue they are working to compromise with Democrats to unlock DHS funding and end the partial shutdown.
Judge questions Trump aides brazen claims on White House ballroom
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.
U.S. tells all its embassies to immediately review security after strikes
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.
Senate votes to take up Trumps voting bill to guarantee the midterms
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.
Israel urges Iranians to revolt but privately assesses theyll be slaughtered
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.
European leaders rebuff Trumps call to open the Strait of Hormuz
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.
Amid Iran war, Democratic Senate hopeful tries to win back Arab American voters
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.
Trump appointees arent legally qualified to vote on ballroom, critics say
Congress created the arts commission 116 years ago. Previous commission members have included Frederick Law Olmsted Jr. and Daniel Burnham.
Maine governor targets oyster farmer in competitive Democratic Senate primary
Janet Mills, the two-term governor, is running ads in the state slamming insurgent Graham Platners past Reddit comments on sexual assault.
Supreme Court to consider whether Trump can end protected status for Syrians, Haitians
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.
Federal judge blocks RFK Jr.s vaccine policy overhaul for now
The judge said the government has undermined its history of recognizing the importance of involving independent experts in setting the national public health agenda.
Number of U.S. troops wounded in Iran war surpasses 200 across 7 countries
The injuries have occurred as Iran launches waves of missile and one-way attack drones in response to the Trump administrations expansive assault.
Susie Wiles, White House chief of staff, has breast cancer, Trump says
The presidents longtime confidante plans to continue working while receiving treatment. Her prognosis is beyond excellent, Trump said.
As states scrap for congressional seats, Virginia could tip the scales
The partys well-funded canvassing and advertising campaign for a referendum that could add four blue seats to Congress has Republicans scrambling to respond.
Trump sold young voters on his vision. Many are having buyers remorse.
They were a key part of the coalition that powered the presidents comeback, and their frustrations signal vulnerability for Republicans ahead of the midterms.
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.
