Jan. 6 Panel Votes To Hold Another Trump Official In Contempt

The committee voted 9-0 to pursue criminal charges against Jeffrey Clark, acting assistant U.S. attorney under Donald Trump.

Even On U.S. Campuses, China Cracks Down On Students Who Speak Out

“They told us to make you stop or we are all in trouble.”

Photos: Protests Intensify As Supreme Court Hears Abortion Case

Protesters swarm outside as the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments on an abortion case that could overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling.

Jan. 6 Panel To Vote On Contempt Against Former DOJ Official

If approved, criminal contempt charges against Jeffrey Clark would go to the full House for a vote as soon as Thursday.

Supreme Court Signals It Could OK New Abortion Limits, Toss Roe

After nearly two hours of arguments, all six conservative justices indicated they would uphold a state law banning abortion after 15 weeks.

Former Trump Aide Meadows To Cooperate With Jan. 6 Committee

Mark Meadows, chief of staff under former President Trump, has agreed to testify and provide documents to the committee, reports say.

Appeals Court To Weigh Trump Arguments To Withhold Records

Congress is seeking call logs, drafts of speeches and other documents related to the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

EPA Administrator Visits Cancer-Causing Air Pollution Hot Spots

Dozens of EPA staffers across national and regional offices recently discussed plans to examine pollution hot spots.

NASA Launches Spacecraft To Test Asteroid Defense Concept

NASA is testing its ability to smash spacecraft into and knock speeding space rocks off course by before they fall to Earth.

​House Jan. 6 Panel Subpoenas Alex Jones And Roger Stone

The subpoenas demand documents and testimony from Stone, Jones and three others accused of organizing and promoting the two Jan. 6 rallies.

The Disappearance of Hispanic Drivers From Traffic Records

Louisiana law enforcement has been accused of targeting Hispanic drivers and covering up potential misconduct by identifying them as white.

90% Of Fed Workers Meet Biden's Vaccination Deadline: Official

The deadline is a major test of Biden's push to compel people across the country to get vaccinated as the surest way out from the pandemic.

Conflict Over Abortion Laws Won't Abate If Roe v. Wade Falls

Many states are one election away from a vastly different political landscape when it comes to abortion, experts say.

VP Harris Made Brief History As 1st Woman With Presidential Power

President Joe Biden briefly transferred power to Vice President Kamala Harris while he was under anesthesia for a "routine colonoscopy."

Dems' Sweeping Social, Climate Bill Passes Divided House

The bill moves to the Senate, where moderate Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin's cost-cutting demands could force significant changes.

In Hourslong Rant, GOP's 'Angry' McCarthy Stalls Biden Bill

Sneering with disdain one minute, spilling sarcasm the next, McCarthy carried on for more than eight hours to delay domestic policy bill.

Divided House Debates Expansive Social, Climate Bill

A top priority for President Joe Biden, the package would bolster child care assistance, create free preschool and curb drug prices.

2 Iranians Charged With Threatening U.S. Voters In 2020

The email campaign's goal was to intimidate Democratic voters in battleground states so they would vote for then-President Donald Trump.

How A Right-Wing Provocateur Is Using Race To Reach Gen Z

For years, Charlie Kirk and his group, Turning Point USA, have built a following inflaming racial divides and stoking outrage.

Are You Being Paid Enough To Live On? New Tool Aims To Answer That Question.

For US is designed to help businesses across the country determine if they are providing a real living wage.

'Whole Of Society' Effort Needed To Fight Misinformation: Report

A 16-person panel is calling for new regulations on social media platforms, among other things, to help fight misinformation.

Will Xi-Biden Talks Repair U.S.-China Ties? AP Explains

The Associated Press looks a what is driving tensions between the world's two biggest economies and what could come from the talks.

Biden Signs $1T Infrastructure Bill With Bipartisan Audience

A smattering of Republican lawmakers were on hand for what might be one of the last triumphs of bipartisanship ahead of the 2022 midterms.

Biden To Protect Native American Heritage Site, Boost Safety

Among the concerns: Native American women are at least two times more likely to be raped or sexually assaulted compared to other races.

'Misdemeanor From Hell': Bannon Vows To Take On 'Biden Regime'

Bannon was indicted on two criminal contempt charges, for refusing to appear for a congressional deposition and for defying a subpoena.

U.S. Journalist Jailed In Myanmar For Nearly 6 Months Is Freed

Danny Fenster, sentenced only days ago to 11 years of hard labor in military-ruled Myanmar, was freed and on his way home Monday.

Trump Ally Steve Bannon Indicted On Contempt Of Congress Charges

The indictment stems from Bannon's failure to comply with a subpoena issued by the committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

Virginia Senators Calling For Federal Investigation

School promises independent probe into Liberty University's handling of sexual assaults.

Trump Wins, Temporarily At Least, As Court Blocks Document Dump

The documents are requested by the U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee investigating into the Jan. 6 insurrection.

Biden Announces Effort To ID Toxic Air Issues In Veterans

One part of effort centers on the potential connection between rare respiratory cancers and time spent overseas breathing poor air.

Homelessness Among Veterans Across the 50 States

Homeless veterans by state data shows a slight increase

Federal Judge Refuses Trump Request To Block Jan. 6 Records

Barring a court order, the National Archives plans to turn over Trump’s records to the committee by Friday.

Prince Harry Says He Warned Twitter CEO Of U.S. Capitol Riot

Prince Harry tells panel on misinformation he warned Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey that Trump loyalists were using the platform to stage unrest.

Probe Finds Trump Officials Repeatedly Violated Hatch Act

The Hatch Act prohibits government officials from using their official roles to influence elections.

‘Drinking Through A Lead Straw': $15B Will Fix Dangerous Water Pipes

At least 6 million water pipes in the U.S. are made with lead, a neurotoxin known to cause organ, cognitive damage in children and adults.

Jan. 6 Panel Subpoenas Trump Associates, Aides In Probe

Among those subpoenaed were former senior adviser Stephen Miller and former press secretary Kayleigh McEnany.

Obama Hits Russia, China For 'Lack Of Urgency' On Climate

Many key sticking points exist after the first week of U.N. climate talks — including a trust gap between rich and poor countries.

High Court Struggles With Government Secrets Case

Government seeks the authority to throw lawsuits out of court by claiming they would reveal secrets that threaten national security.

These Billionaires Received Taxpayer-Funded Stimulus Checks During The Pandemic

ProPublica identifies multiple billionaires who received stimulus payments, which were funded by U.S. taxpayers.

Top Republicans Bullish On 2022 Prospects After Virginia Win

The GOP is still navigating around the shadow of Donald Trump, the former president who plans to play a major role in next year's midterms.