Pistol issued to ex-sheriff Lupe Valdez still missing
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - A gun loaned to Texas' Democratic nominee for governor while she was sheriff of Dallas County is missing and she is working with her former department to find it, authorities said Monday.
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - A gun loaned to Texas' Democratic nominee for governor while she was sheriff of Dallas County is missing and she is working with her former department to find it, authorities said Monday.
Trump lashes out at 'Wacky Omarosa' over book, tapes
President Donald Trump is lashing out at former White House adviser Omarosa Manigault Newman, calling her "Wacky Omarosa" and saying she has been "fired for the last time."
President Donald Trump is lashing out at former White House adviser Omarosa Manigault Newman, calling her "Wacky Omarosa" and saying she has been "fired for the last time."
Omarosa says she secretly taped her firing at White House, plays audio
Former presidential adviser Omarosa Manigault Newman said Sunday she secretly recorded conversations she had in the White House, including her firing by chief of staff John Kelly in the high-security Situation Room.
Former presidential adviser Omarosa Manigault Newman said Sunday she secretly recorded conversations she had in the White House, including her firing by chief of staff John Kelly in the high-security Situation Room.
Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh's Senate confirmation hearing set for Sept. 4
Confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh will begin the day after Labor Day, Republicans announced Friday over Democratic objections that they are rushing the process without properly delving into his background.
Confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh will begin the day after Labor Day, Republicans announced Friday over Democratic objections that they are rushing the process without properly delving into his background.
Trump says protesting NFL players should 'be cool!'
President Donald Trump is once again lashing out at football players who refuse to stand for the national anthem.
President Donald Trump is once again lashing out at football players who refuse to stand for the national anthem.
Instead of tax cuts, GOP candidates motivate with anxiety
WASHINGTON (AP) - There's a border crisis in Pennsylvania. The radical left is surging in New Jersey. And Nancy Pelosi is a threat to New York. Republican candidates in the nation's premier midterm battlegrounds have embraced a central message in their fight to maintain the House majority this fall - and it has little to do with the surging economy or the sweeping tax cuts that the GOP...
WASHINGTON (AP) - There's a border crisis in Pennsylvania. The radical left is surging in New Jersey. And Nancy Pelosi is a threat to New York. Republican candidates in the nation's premier midterm battlegrounds have embraced a central message in their fight to maintain the House majority this fall - and it has little to do with the surging economy or the sweeping tax cuts that the GOP...
Collins' arrest emboldens Democrats in GOP-heavy district
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - Emboldened Democrats on Thursday seized on GOP Congressman Chris Collins' arrest, saying it boosts their odds in a heavily Republican district this November - but it may take more than insider trading allegations to turn this red corner of western New York blue.
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - Emboldened Democrats on Thursday seized on GOP Congressman Chris Collins' arrest, saying it boosts their odds in a heavily Republican district this November - but it may take more than insider trading allegations to turn this red corner of western New York blue.
Pence outlines plan for new Space Force by 2020
WASHINGTON (AP) - Vice President Mike Pence has announced plans for a new, separate U.S. Space Force as sixth military service by 2020 Pence says it's needed to ensure America's dominance in space amid heightened competition and threats from China and Russia. He says that while space was once peaceful and uncontested, it is now crowded and adversarial.
WASHINGTON (AP) - Vice President Mike Pence has announced plans for a new, separate U.S. Space Force as sixth military service by 2020 Pence says it's needed to ensure America's dominance in space amid heightened competition and threats from China and Russia. He says that while space was once peaceful and uncontested, it is now crowded and adversarial.
Trump's legal team responds to Mueller interview request
WASHINGTON (AP) - Lawyers for President Donald Trump said Wednesday they have responded to the latest interview proposal from special counsel Robert Mueller, part of a months-long negotiation process over whether and how investigators can question the president on possible obstruction of justice in the Russia investigation.
WASHINGTON (AP) - Lawyers for President Donald Trump said Wednesday they have responded to the latest interview proposal from special counsel Robert Mueller, part of a months-long negotiation process over whether and how investigators can question the president on possible obstruction of justice in the Russia investigation.
Ohio, Kansas elections too close to call; Trump claims win
WESTERVILLE, Ohio (AP) - Two high-stakes elections that tested President Donald Trump's clout and cost both parties millions of dollars were too close to call on Wednesday. Trump claimed victory in one nevertheless and proclaimed himself '5 for 5' for Tuesday's Election Day.
WESTERVILLE, Ohio (AP) - Two high-stakes elections that tested President Donald Trump's clout and cost both parties millions of dollars were too close to call on Wednesday. Trump claimed victory in one nevertheless and proclaimed himself '5 for 5' for Tuesday's Election Day.
New York Congressman Chris Collins indicted on insider trading charges
Republican U.S. Rep. Christopher Collins of western New York state has been indicted on charges that he used inside information about a biotechnology company to make illicit stock trades.
Republican U.S. Rep. Christopher Collins of western New York state has been indicted on charges that he used inside information about a biotechnology company to make illicit stock trades.
Dallas Sen. Don Huffines in Moscow for round table discussions
State Senator Don Huffines is in Russia for what he says in an effort to combat election meddling.
State Senator Don Huffines is in Russia for what he says in an effort to combat election meddling.
Governor proposes changes to Texas bail system in honor of fallen deputy
Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday said he wants to see the bail system toughened for repeat offenders to honor a fallen Texas Department of Public Safety trooper.
Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday said he wants to see the bail system toughened for repeat offenders to honor a fallen Texas Department of Public Safety trooper.
Ohio special election Tuesday watched for clues to November
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A Democrat is within striking distance of winning a congressional race in Ohio on Tuesday for an open seat that has been reliably Republican for more than three decades. Both national parties are focusing on the contest for clues to whether Democrats will retake the U.S. House in November.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - A Democrat is within striking distance of winning a congressional race in Ohio on Tuesday for an open seat that has been reliably Republican for more than three decades. Both national parties are focusing on the contest for clues to whether Democrats will retake the U.S. House in November.
Trump: Sanctions reinstated against Iran for 'WORLD PEACE'
The first set of U.S. sanctions against Iran that had been eased under the landmark nuclear accord went back into effect early Tuesday under an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, targeting financial transactions that involve U.S. dollars, Iran’s automotive sector, the purchase of commercial planes and metals including gold.
The first set of U.S. sanctions against Iran that had been eased under the landmark nuclear accord went back into effect early Tuesday under an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, targeting financial transactions that involve U.S. dollars, Iran’s automotive sector, the purchase of commercial planes and metals including gold.
Texas Republicans squelch 'red flag' gun law prospects
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Texas schools have been adding metal detectors and armed personnel in an effort to improve campus security in response to the deadly May attack at a Houston-area high school that left eight students and two teachers dead. Among the steps that Texas apparently won't be taking anytime soon is tightening restrictions on gun access for people deemed dangerous to themselves...
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Texas schools have been adding metal detectors and armed personnel in an effort to improve campus security in response to the deadly May attack at a Houston-area high school that left eight students and two teachers dead. Among the steps that Texas apparently won't be taking anytime soon is tightening restrictions on gun access for people deemed dangerous to themselves...
Rosie O'Donnell, Broadway stars protest outside White House
Rosie O'Donnell and cast members from some of Broadway's biggest musicals have led a sing-along protest against President Donald Trump outside the White House.
Rosie O'Donnell and cast members from some of Broadway's biggest musicals have led a sing-along protest against President Donald Trump outside the White House.
Resolution passed to remove President Trump's Hollywood Walk of Fame star
The West Hollywood City Council passed a resolution Monday night asking to have President Trump's star removed from the Hollywood Walk of Fame, according to a tweet by the city’s mayor.
The West Hollywood City Council passed a resolution Monday night asking to have President Trump's star removed from the Hollywood Walk of Fame, according to a tweet by the city’s mayor.
Facebook, other platforms remove Alex Jones pages for hate speech
NEW YORK (AP) - Major tech companies have begun to ban right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones from their services, reflecting a more aggressive enforcement of policies against hate speech and misinformation following protests on social media.
NEW YORK (AP) - Major tech companies have begun to ban right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones from their services, reflecting a more aggressive enforcement of policies against hate speech and misinformation following protests on social media.
Melania Trump says she wants to visit LeBron James' school after Trump insults his intelligence
Less than 24 hours after President Trump insulted LeBron James' intelligence, his wife took the opposite view.
Less than 24 hours after President Trump insulted LeBron James' intelligence, his wife took the opposite view.