Mexicos Lpez Obrador to ask Biden for help with coronavirus
AMLO has emerged as a vocal critic of global inequity in the distribution of the vaccines. The leaders will also discuss
The Andrew Cuomo timeline: What he said about sexual harassment vs
Unlike many others who have lost their careers during the MeToo movement, Cuomo had suggested he appreciated the problem
The five reasons Biden explicitly endorsed union elections
It's smart politics, for several reasons
Biden administration, Senate Democrats retreat on $15 minimum wage
They are retreating on efforts to include a $15 minimum wage in President Bidens $1.9 trillion relief bill as they aim to
Trumpism will endure in the GOP. Trump may not
It's the former president's approach to politics, not his own candidacy or his policies, which will define the party moving
Chris Meagher joins White House press office
Veteran Democratic spokesman replaces TJ Ducklo, who resigned amid reports he had threatened a journalist
Trump has almost settled on his post-attempted-insurrection
The former president and real-estate pitchman refines his patter
Live updates: Biden to meet virtually with Mexicos leader as the
Migration and combating covid-19 will be among the topics discussed by Biden and Mexican President Andrs Manuel Lpez Obrador
2021 Golden Globes: Nomadland and Borat Win Top Awards
The 78th Golden Globe Awards was a socially distanced event as homebound nominees appeared virtually. The ceremony honored
Myanmar Police Open Fire on Protesters
Myanmars security forces fired on protesters Sunday in the deadliest day of demonstrations since the military took control of
Rep. Jim Jordans false claim that Pelosi denied a request for
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) made a startling claim based on zero evidence
S.D. Gov. Kristi Noem says she nailed the pandemic response. Fauci
Despite Noems victory lap at the conservative conference, her state has reported more coronavirus infections per resident
CPAC concludes with Trump reemerging post-presidency
Former president Donald Trump capped this years Conservative Political Action Conference by making his first post-
Cuomo reverses course on sexual harassment investigation, offers
The New York governor has been accused of sexual harassment by former aides Charlotte Bennett and Lindsey Boylan
Trump rules out third party as he moves to firm up control of GOP
Making his first speech since leaving the presidency before an adulatory conservative crowd, the former president hinted he
The most important thing Donald Trump said in his CPAC speech
It was a message Trump avoided as president: Get a vaccine
CDC advisers recommend Johnson & Johnson single-dose vaccine,
The doses are expected to start shipping as early as Monday to sites already receiving doses of the two other authorized
At least take down the razor wire: D.C. residents, lawmakers chafe
The barrier that was erected after the Jan. 6 Capitol breach is disrupting life for residents of the neighborhood and the
Allies of Rep. Adam Kinzinger launch new super PAC to support
The effort will be up against significant head winds, as Trump still holds vast sway over the Republican Party, even after
Supreme Court to again consider federal protections for minority
A more conservative court could make changes in how rules for next election will be set
Another former aide accuses New York Gov. Cuomo of sexual
Charlotte Bennett, 25, told the New York Times that the 63-year-old governor asked about her sex life, wondered whether she
At conservative conference, Trumps election falsehoods flourish
Like the Republican Party overall, conservative activists embraced the former presidents false views of the election and
The making of Madison Cawthorn: How falsehoods helped propel the
Joseph Duffey, educator and antiwar activist behind influential
He ran for the Senate in 1970 as a Connecticut Democrat and later led the National Endowment for the Humanities and the U.S.
Rep. Gosar criticizes white racism after speaking at event whose
The Arizona Republican also backed away from the organizers praise for Jan. 6 Capitol protesters
Its Donald Trumps party: How the former president is building a
In advance of his first major post-White House address, Trump is making plans to launch a super PAC, has begun endorsing
As Trump reemerges, will the GOP find a way to move on without him
The Republican base brooks no dissent about the former president, while others look to a future in which he becomes a
Republicans call Deb Haaland a radical. Polls show their views on
President Biden wants to make history with Rep. Deb Haaland. But Republicans could block that
Why the candidate who promised unity is relying on an increasingly
Despite calling for unity as a candidate, President Biden plans to pass his first major policy via budget reconciliation, a
In storm-struck Texas, Bidens personal touch is muted by the
The president sought to show his trademark empathy at a time when even a hand on a shoulder presents a health risk
Josh Hawley, who tried to derail Bidens presidency, now champions
In a speech at CPAC, the first senator to pick up Trump's stolen-election effort declares a need for the people to be heard
The ugly story of Trump and Jamal Khashoggi is confirmed
The report confirms previous reporting on the crown princes readily apparent role in Khashoggis murder
House Democrats poised to pass Bidens $1.9 trillion relief plan
Democrats pressed ahead over united GOP opposition on the massive relief package aimed at stabilizing the economy and
The evolution of CPACs speaker lineup is the story of the GOP
In 2015, a parade of presidential hopefuls spoke to the right-most edge of the party. No longer
Guidance for federal hiring and firing puts less emphasis on
Federal agencies should not automatically disqualify job applicants or take disciplinary actions against current employees
Capitol riot defendants facing jail have regrets. Judges arent
Some accused in the insurrection have blamed Donald Trump, downplayed their actions or expressed remorse
How consistent is Bidens Syria strike with his teams criticism of
Conservatives and even some liberals suggest a double standard by Biden and other top officials. Many comparisons are apples
How the spending power of the minimum wage has changed since you
(Assuming you no longer are
Live updates: Biden to survey winter storm recovery in Texas; House
The president is also scheduled to visit a mass vaccination facility in Houston during his Texas trip
Vaccine lotteries and personal appeals: The medically vulnerable
Federal guidelines recommend that people with underlying conditions putting them at increased risk from the coronavirus be
Airstrike in Syria Hits Iran-Backed Militia Targets, Austin Says
The Biden administration's first known military action was an airstrike on facilities used by Iran-backed militia groups, in
Bidens pick for HHS sued the Trump administration, not a group of
Theres a difference between suing nuns and suing the federal government in a case that nuns decide to join
Minimum-wage increase imperiled in covid relief bill by Senate
The guidance from the parliamentarian, Elizabeth MacDonough, was communicated privately to key Senate offices and confirmed
Andrew Cuomo, once touted as the gold standard, finds his brand
He faces allegations of sexual harassment, backroom bullying and improperly withholding state data on coronavirus deaths in
Reshaping the role of the Justice Department
Can Attorney General nominee Merrick Garland rebuild confidence in the DOJ's independence? How might his efforts on Biden
Biden defends vaccine rollout as he marks 50 million vaccinations
The president, declaring this is not a victory lap, touted the progress of the vaccination campaign but cautioned that we
The Trailer: Trump prepares to bask in the conservative movement he
All about CPAC, the political calculations of Cuomogate, and more primary challenges for Trump-skeptical Republicans
The Equality Act and the ramped-up culture war over LGBTQ rights
The next phase of the fight for LGBT rights on Capitol Hill will center on transgender Americans
Is the choice for Democrats Joe Manchin or the minority
If a majority depends on a Democratic senator in West Virginia, then yes
Kevin McCarthy and Chip Roy defended Liz Cheney and criticized
McCarthy and Roy were among the most critical lawmakers who didn't vote for impeachment. Both also defended Cheney. But each
Group that sued Harvard asks Supreme Court to end use of race in
Lower courts had rejected a challenge to Harvards race-conscious admissions practices
Police made a lot more reported contributions in 2020 than normal
The surge is largely due to donations to WinRed, the recently created Republican fundraising system
Pelosis top money guy to head up fundraising for House Democrats
Mike Smith is joining the House Majority PAC just as its president, Robby Mook, a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy Reserve, leaves
Senators dont want to raise the minimum wage because it was enough
Lets compare costs now with costs from when our senators were young, shall we
Live updates: Biden to mark 50 millionth vaccination shot; House to
The Senate continues to weigh the fate of several of the president's Cabinet nominees, including former Michigan governor
Biden, facing resistance in Congress, courts GOP governors
Biden is spending at least as much time courting Republican governors as he is wooing the senators he needs to pass
At conservative gathering, ideas fall to an airing of Trump
Like the Republican Party and most of its voters, conservative activists meeting in Florida are all-in on false Trump claims
Trump was tough on federal workers. Now Democrats are pushing a
A fire-feds-faster ethos remains central to Republican policies on the federal workforce
Dissecting the House GOP spin against Bidens $1.9 trillion covid
Here's a guide to what's wrong or off-base about House GOP talking points attacking the covid-rleief plan
At postal hearing, Rep. Connolly says he will not be lectured by
Northern Virginia lawmaker vents outrage on GOP colleagues, as well as Louis DeJoy
Many of Bidens nominees of color run into turbulence in the Senate
Activists see a pattern imperiling many such nominees, making their confirmation process rougher and meaner than in previous
Supreme Court considers giving police greater powers when pursuing
Does an exception for entering a persons home while in hot pursuit apply to suspected minor crimes as well as possible
Neera Tanden committee votes delayed as alternatives to lead White
Biden's pick to lead the budget office may not have the votes to be approved
Awkward scene highlights GOP choice on Trump
The top three House GOP leaders each carve out different choices: A bear hug (Steve Scalise), a middle ground (Kevin McCarthy
Focus on fate of $15 minimum wage in Senate as House prepares to
Top Senate aides from both parties huddled with the Senate parliamentarian Wednesday morning to advance arguments about
The GOPs increasingly novel relationship with the Constitution
The party has long called itself the party of the Constitution, and GOP lawmakers run as constitutional conservatives. But
A new poll result reveals sharp pessimism on Americas political
Most Trump voters say they view the world as a bleak, dangerous place
The uncomfortable reality: Even many Republican officials believe
Those false beliefs will help power new restrictions on voting access
Fanne Foxe, Argentine Firecracker at center of D.C. sex scandal,
She ran from the car of a powerful congressman and dove into the Tidal Basin in 1974, generating a splash that would ripple
This rural liberal set out to talk to his pro-Trump neighbors
It didnt go well until it did
Live updates: Senate committees delay votes on embattled Biden
Biden plans to meet with a bipartisan group of lawmakers before signing an executive order calling for a 100-day government
Trumps politics hurt his businesses. Will he sell as he looks to a
The former presidents businesses have been damaged by the coronavirus pandemic and his polarizing politics, and he faces
New Georgia legislation would curb souls to the polls
After significant loses, Georgia Republicans appear to be going after one of the state's most influential voting blocs
Democratic Concerns Over Minimum Wage Hike Complicate Covid Aid
Concerns from Democrats over the minimum wage provision included in President Bidens $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package
Russia Launches Promotional Push for Covid-19 Vaccine Sputnik V
To counter skepticism, Russia is giving its Covid-19 vaccine a public-relations boost at home and abroad. WSJs Georgi
Former senator Perdue wont run in 2022, kicking off another
Perdue's decision not to challenge Sen. Raphael G. Warnock comes just a week after he filed campaign paperwork and met with
FBI alert about possible war against Congress reached D.C. and
A joint hearing by two Senate committees spotlighted the stark warnings issued before the Jan. 6 riot
Trudeau conveys relief in meeting with Biden, but sticking points
Canadas Justin Trudeau, who had a rough relationship with Trump, tells Biden in a virtual meeting, U.S. leadership has been
The Trailer: Democrats say legalizing weed is good policy and good
Across the country, Democrats are moving ahead with legalization efforts, buoyed by strong public support
Why vaccine distribution may not overlap with the pandemics worst-
A look at Zip code-level data in New York City shows how the vaccine distribution is being prioritized
Biden shifts his operation to DNC ahead of 2022 midterm elections
The presidents advisers have decided to hold off on any 2024 reelection campaign announcement
Former Capitol security officials blame intelligence lapses for
We properly planned for a mass demonstration with possible violence, said former Capitol Police chief Steven A. Sund. What we
Moderate Senate Democrats target state aid fund in Biden covid
Several Democratic senators are working on changes to the state and local aid portion of the bill, including redirecting some
Senate confirms Bidens nominee for ambassador to United Nations
Linda Thomas-Greenfield, an African American woman and career diplomat, will hold one of the most high-profile jobs in
A stark reminder of the power imbalance in the Senate
In all but one of the past 14 Senates, the Democratic caucus won more votes. In only five have Democrats held the majority
Ron Johnsons extreme effort to distance Trump supporters from the
Johnson, who has downplayed the insurrection, used a hearing Tuesday to try to inject doubt that the rioters were Trump
Security Officials Say Poor Intelligence Contributed to Jan. 6 Riot
Former U.S. Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund testified before Congress Tuesday, defending steps taken by his agency to
Biden turns to Obama administration veteran to lead key federal
Kiran Ahuja served on Bidens transition team and will lead the Office of Personnel Management
How the effort to deny the reality of the Jan. 6 attack is evolving
Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) used a hearing Tuesday to promote a ridiculous theory of events part of a broader effort to
Garland, Tanden and the application of double standards by GOP
Garland draws GOP praise after being shunned for the court in 2016. Tanden is pilloried for tweets by a party that gave Trump