Pence rules out invoking 25th Amendment on Trump

In a letter late Tuesday to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Pence said the mechanism should not be used “as a means of punishment or usurpation” and reserved for cases of medical or mental incapacitation.

Texas Legislature opens with COVID-19 protocols, extra security in place

Opening day of the Texas Legislature is normally packed with spectators -- but not this year because of both the pandemic and security concerns.

GoFundMe bans fundraisers for travel to political events with risk of violence

GoFundMe joined a growing list of companies cracking down on extremist behavior and rhetoric and is removing numerous fundraisers intended to raise money for travel expenses to events with risk of violence.

Concern for Capitol lockdown to become ‘significant spreading event’ after 3 lawmakers test positive

At least three House lawmakers have tested positive for COVID-19 after being locked down with several in a room during the violence siege on the U.S. Capitol, with some refusing to wear masks.

Sheldon Adelson, casino mogul and influential GOP donor, dies at 87

Sheldon Adelson was a billionaire mogul and power broker who built a casino empire spanning from Las Vegas to China and became a singular force in politics.

Lots of police, but pro-Trump protest at San Francisco headquarters turns out to be a bust

Pro-Trump demonstrators were expected to gather at 8 a.m. outside the building on Market Street to protest the company permanently suspending President Trump's account.  But an hour into it, basically media and police were the only ones there. One man with a sign that read, "Counter Trump's Coup," stood outside a police barricade. 

FBI bulletin warns of nationwide armed protests leading up to Biden's inauguration

The FBI is warning of plans for armed protests at all 50 state capitals and in Washington in the days leading up to President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration.

Biden chooses veteran diplomat William Burns as CIA director

A former ambassador to Russia and Jordan, William Burns had a 33-year career at the State Department under both Republican and Democratic presidents.

Trump faces ‘incitement of insurrection’ impeachment charge over deadly Capitol riot

A House resolution calling on Pence to invoke constitutional authority to remove Trump from office was blocked by Republicans. However, the full House is set to hold a roll call vote and it is expected to pass.

Biden's inauguration theme will be 'America United'

The theme for President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration will be "America United," an issue that’s long been a central focus for Biden but one that’s taken on added weight in the wake of the violence at the U.S. Capitol last week.

Melania Trump breaks silence on deadly Capitol siege, 'disappointed' by Trump supporters' riot

First lady Melania Trump issued her first statement since the deadly siege of the U.S. Capitol last week, condemning the violence by which she is "disappointed and disheartened."

PGA votes to cut ties with Trump, won't hold PGA championship at his course in New Jersey next year

"Our feeling was given the tragic events of Wednesday that we could no longer hold it at [Trump National in] Bedminster. The damage could have been irreparable. The only real course of action was to leave," said the PGA CEO.

House to proceed on second Trump impeachment according to Pelosi

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Sunday the House will proceed with legislation to impeach President Donald Trump, calling him a threat to democracy after the deadly assault on the Capitol.

Speaker Pelosi: House 'will proceed' to impeachment of Trump 

Pelosi made the announcement in a letter to colleagues. She said the House will act with solemnity but also urgency with just days remaining before Trump is to leave office on Jan. 20.