Trump claims he wants stronger gun measures, doesn't say how
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump claimed Monday he wanted Washington to "come together" after two weekend mass shootings on legislation providing "strong background checks" for gun users, but he provided no details and previous gun control measures have languished in the Republican-controlled Senate.
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump claimed Monday he wanted Washington to "come together" after two weekend mass shootings on legislation providing "strong background checks" for gun users, but he provided no details and previous gun control measures have languished in the Republican-controlled Senate.
Texas House Democrats demand release of Bonnen tape
Texas House Democrats are demanding a secret recording to be released that allegedly proves the Republican speaker had it out for lawmakers in his own party.
Texas House Democrats are demanding a secret recording to be released that allegedly proves the Republican speaker had it out for lawmakers in his own party.
Texas Rep. Will Hurd, lone black House Republican, won't run again
SAN ANTONIO (AP) - U.S. Rep. Will Hurd, an ex-CIA undercover officer and the lone black Republican in the House of Representatives, says he won't seek a third term next year. The San Antonio Republican's announcement came in a Thursday statement posted on his House web page. He's the third Texas Republican to announce that he won't seek re-election to the House, joining Michael...
SAN ANTONIO (AP) - U.S. Rep. Will Hurd, an ex-CIA undercover officer and the lone black Republican in the House of Representatives, says he won't seek a third term next year. The San Antonio Republican's announcement came in a Thursday statement posted on his House web page. He's the third Texas Republican to announce that he won't seek re-election to the House, joining Michael...
President Trump's pick for national intelligence director, John Ratcliffe, is withdrawing
President Donald Trump says John Ratcliffe, his pick for national intelligence director, will stay in Congress and cited unfair media coverage as part of the reason.
President Donald Trump says John Ratcliffe, his pick for national intelligence director, will stay in Congress and cited unfair media coverage as part of the reason.
Hard-won budget, debt deal clears Senate, advances to Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) - A hard-won budget and debt deal easily cleared the Senate on Thursday, powered by President Donald Trump's endorsement and a bipartisan drive to cement recent spending increases for the Pentagon and domestic agencies. The legislation passed by a 67-28 vote as Trump and his GOP allies relied on lots of Democratic votes to propel it over the finish line.
WASHINGTON (AP) - A hard-won budget and debt deal easily cleared the Senate on Thursday, powered by President Donald Trump's endorsement and a bipartisan drive to cement recent spending increases for the Pentagon and domestic agencies. The legislation passed by a 67-28 vote as Trump and his GOP allies relied on lots of Democratic votes to propel it over the finish line.
Vexed with minority status and rancor, GOP lawmakers retire
WASHINGTON (AP) - House Republicans are suffering an early exodus ahead of next year's elections, hampering their uphill prospects for recapturing control from Democrats as lawmakers chafe under life in the minority, today's razor-edged partisanship and the tweets and tantrums of President Donald Trump.
WASHINGTON (AP) - House Republicans are suffering an early exodus ahead of next year's elections, hampering their uphill prospects for recapturing control from Democrats as lawmakers chafe under life in the minority, today's razor-edged partisanship and the tweets and tantrums of President Donald Trump.
Democrats in night 2 of 2nd presidential debate tackle health care, Trump, immigration, climate
Night two of the Democrats' second set of presidential primary debates in Detroit featured former Vice President Joe Biden flanked by California Senator Kamala Harris and New Jersey Senator Cory Booker.
Night two of the Democrats' second set of presidential primary debates in Detroit featured former Vice President Joe Biden flanked by California Senator Kamala Harris and New Jersey Senator Cory Booker.
Senate confirms Kelly Craft as US ambassador to UN, despite Democratic concerns
The Senate has confirmed Kelly Craft to become the next U.S. envoy to the United Nations despite Democratic concerns about her inexperience and potential conflicts of interest.
The Senate has confirmed Kelly Craft to become the next U.S. envoy to the United Nations despite Democratic concerns about her inexperience and potential conflicts of interest.
Gun shop buys '4 Horsemen' billboard insulting congresswomen
A new billboard in North Carolina shows four minority congresswomen smiling down on the small town of Murphy, their faces at odds with the apocalyptic phrase slapped above them: The 4 Horsemen Cometh.
A new billboard in North Carolina shows four minority congresswomen smiling down on the small town of Murphy, their faces at odds with the apocalyptic phrase slapped above them: The 4 Horsemen Cometh.
Biden will aim for redemption as Democrats duke it out on night 2 of debates
Wednesday marks the second night of the second round of Democratic debates, and it’s a pivotal night for all, but especially former vice president Joe Biden.
Wednesday marks the second night of the second round of Democratic debates, and it’s a pivotal night for all, but especially former vice president Joe Biden.
Marianne Williamson rides stream of consciousness to debate spotlight
WASHINGTON (AP) - Bernie Sanders is calling for revolution. Marianne Williamson would rather see a psychic, "moral uprising."
WASHINGTON (AP) - Bernie Sanders is calling for revolution. Marianne Williamson would rather see a psychic, "moral uprising."
Republican Dallas businesswoman hoping to unseat U.S. Rep. Colin Allred
A Dallas businesswoman wants Republicans to reclaim Congressional District 32.
A Dallas businesswoman wants Republicans to reclaim Congressional District 32.
2nd Democratic debate is make-or-break before field narrows — here's what to expect on night 1
This could be the last debate for roughly half of the candidates, who are at risk of not clearing the higher bar set by the Democratic National Committee for the next round in September.
This could be the last debate for roughly half of the candidates, who are at risk of not clearing the higher bar set by the Democratic National Committee for the next round in September.
Stakes rising for 2020 Dems ahead of 2nd presidential debate
DETROIT (AP) - Democrats gathering in Detroit for a pivotal presidential debate will have to decide, once again, how to respond to President Donald Trump while presenting their own vision for the country.
DETROIT (AP) - Democrats gathering in Detroit for a pivotal presidential debate will have to decide, once again, how to respond to President Donald Trump while presenting their own vision for the country.
New rules for 2nd debate: No 1-word answers or show of hands
NEW YORK (AP) - Raise your hand if you can think of some different ways CNN will approach the second Democratic presidential debate, which will unfold over two nights in Detroit on Tuesday and Wednesday.
NEW YORK (AP) - Raise your hand if you can think of some different ways CNN will approach the second Democratic presidential debate, which will unfold over two nights in Detroit on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Condemnation continues after Trump attacks Baltimore congressman, city
WASHINGTON (AP) - Facing growing accusations of racism for his incendiary tweets, President Donald Trump lashed out at his critics Monday and sought to deflect the criticism by labeling a leading black congressman as himself racist.
WASHINGTON (AP) - Facing growing accusations of racism for his incendiary tweets, President Donald Trump lashed out at his critics Monday and sought to deflect the criticism by labeling a leading black congressman as himself racist.
Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats leaving job
Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats is leaving his job next month, ending a two-year tenure marked by President Donald Trump's clashes with intelligence officials.
Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats is leaving his job next month, ending a two-year tenure marked by President Donald Trump's clashes with intelligence officials.
North Texas Rep. John Ratcliffe nominated as next director of national intelligence
Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats is leaving his job next month, ending a two-year tenure marked by President Donald Trump's clashes with intelligence officials.
Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats is leaving his job next month, ending a two-year tenure marked by President Donald Trump's clashes with intelligence officials.
Supreme Court allows use of Pentagon funds for border wall
The Supreme Court has cleared the way for the Trump administration to tap Pentagon funds to build sections of a border wall with Mexico. The Supreme Court said Friday that it would lift a freeze on the money put in place by a lower court. The Supreme Court's action means the Trump administration can tap the funds and begin work on four contracts it has awarded. Four liberal justices...
The Supreme Court has cleared the way for the Trump administration to tap Pentagon funds to build sections of a border wall with Mexico. The Supreme Court said Friday that it would lift a freeze on the money put in place by a lower court. The Supreme Court's action means the Trump administration can tap the funds and begin work on four contracts it has awarded. Four liberal justices...
Fox News poll: Joe Biden leads Donald Trump by 10 points in 2020 matchup
A new Fox News poll shows potential Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden ahead of President Trump by 10 points.
A new Fox News poll shows potential Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden ahead of President Trump by 10 points.