Investigations into Cuomo heat up as new controversies arise in their wake
After stiff-arming calls for his resignation from leading state Democratic lawmakers, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is staking his political fate on the…
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Biden administration off to a combative start with tough rhetoric on Russia, China
President Joe Biden didn’t waste a beat when asked this week whether he believed his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin was a…
Continue Reading14 House Republicans vote against a measure condemning military coup in Myanmar
The House on Friday overwhelmingly supported a measure condemning the military coup in Myanmar that ousted the country’s civilian leader, Aung…
Continue Reading Louisiana holds elections to fill congressional seat formerly held by Biden official and replace Republican who died of Covid before swearing-in
The first congressional elections of the 2022 midterm cycle are set for Saturday, when Louisiana voters go to the polls to fill a pair of vacancies…
Continue Reading Extraordinary diplomatic clash signals tough times ahead for the US and China
Chinese officials dismissed Secretary of State Antony Blinken and national security adviser Jake Sullivan as “condescending.” An unnamed…
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Speaking out against hate crimes, Biden tries to restore moral clarity to the presidency
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris moved to reassert control over America’s bully pulpit Friday, decrying acts of violence…
Continue ReadingInside why all lawmakers still aren’t vaccinated after months of access to shots on the Hill
As the political fight over vaccinations continues around the country, CNN has learned that several members of Congress still have not been…
Continue ReadingFormer daughter-in-law of Trump Org officer has talked to New York prosecutors about rent-free apartments
The former daughter-in-law of a Trump Organization officer said she is cooperating with inquiries by New York investigators who are looking into…
Continue ReadingGlory days of Trump’s gold-plated 757 seem far away as plane sits idle at a sleepy airport
Trump’s personal Boeing 757 was always the crown jewel of his wealth — the ultimate sign that he had made it. He’s used it as a…
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New York Times: Current Cuomo aide alleges sexual harassment against governor
Alyssa McGrath, a current aide to New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, joined a chorus of other women in accusing the governor of sexual harassment, accusing…
Continue ReadingEverything you need to know about the effort to recall California’s governor
The organizers of the effort to recall California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom turned in their final batches of signature petitions to the registrars…
Continue Reading Biden administration prepares to expand phased entry of migrants forced to stay in Mexico under Trump-era policy
The Biden administration is preparing to expand the phased entry of migrants who were forced to stay in Mexico under a Trump-era policy to two…
Continue ReadingUS military says a third of troops opt out of being vaccinated, but the numbers suggest it’s more
Despite a massive effort by the Pentagon to promote the safety and efficacy of Covid-19 vaccines, the US military’s opt-out rate for…
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UN secretary general calls upon US to lead the way in fighting extremism
The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is warning that White supremacy, neo-Nazism and extremism pose an “international…
Continue ReadingUS Capitol outer perimeter fencing to be removed this weekend
The outer fencing erected around the Capitol shortly after rioters stormed the building on January 6 will be removed this weekend, earlier than…
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Mar-a-Lago partially closed due to Covid outbreak
Former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort has closed its dining room and suspended beach club services to guests due to a Covid-19…
Continue Reading Controversial congressman could emerge as favorite in Alabama Senate race despite inflammatory remarks
Alabama Rep. Mo Brooks delivered fiery remarks before the “Stop the Steal” rally on January 6, telling then-President Donald…
Continue Reading White House shifts ad campaign strategy to reflect growing concern over conservatives’ vaccination reluctance
Reluctance among conservatives to get vaccinated against Covid-19 has caused growing concern inside the White House, according to people familiar…
Continue ReadingBiden and Harris travel to Atlanta to meet with Asian American leaders in wake of mass shooting
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to Atlanta on Friday to meet with Asian American leaders in the wake of deadly…
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White House staffers asked to resign or work remotely after revealing past marijuana use
Several White House staffers were asked to resign, were suspended or are working remotely after revealing past marijuana use during their background…
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