Jewish And Muslim Americans See Harassment Spike ​Since Hamas Attacks

Protesters at rallies in support of Israelis or Palestinians report increased threats or violence against them since the Hamas attacks.

Republican Mike Johnson Elected House Speaker With Broad GOP Support

Republicans eagerly elected Rep. Mike Johnson as House speaker Wednesday, elevating a deeply conservative but lesser-known leader.

Man Stopped Near MI Gov's Home Had Done Research Against Dems: Report

The man was climbing a bluff near Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's summer home in August, according to a police report.

Day 20 Passes Without House Speaker: Who's Seeking Trump Blessing?

​Nine lower-level Republicans want to be speaker, leader of the House and second in line to the presidency; none has a clear shot at gavel.

Faith In Institutions Is Declining. Congress Chaos Isn't Helping

About half of U.S. adults say they have “hardly any confidence at all” in the people running Congress, according to a new poll.

Jordan's Out, House Republicans Stumble Back To Square One On Speaker

Republicans feel dejected and frustrated as their chamber sinks deeper into turmoil at the end of another week without a House speaker.

MI Republican Charged In False Elector Plot Agrees To Cooperation Deal

While officials did not give specifics, cooperation agreements typically include talking to investigators and testifying against others.

Jordan Fails On 2nd Speaker Vote; Frustrated Republicans Seek Options

Jordan's path to become House speaker was almost certainly lost. He was opposed by 22 Republicans, two more than in first-round voting.

Jim Jordan Loses First Ballot For House Speaker. Here's What's Next.

The Trump-backed firebrand will need to flip at least 16 Republicans to become speaker, as Democratic support is out of the question.

Jordan Shores Up Support, Peels Off Detractors Ahead Of Speaker Vote

Trump's backing and pressure on colleagues from activists will make it hard for rank-and-file lawmakers to oppose Jordan in a floor vote.

Hunter Biden Probes Lead To Ethical Concerns About President: Poll

Amid the investigations into his son, 35% of U.S. adults believe President Joe Biden himself has done something illegal.

Marble Slab Fell In Supreme Court Building During Roe V. Wade Debate

The 2022 incident in which a 2-foot-long chunk of marble fell in a courtyard used by justices is just coming to light.

​US Cities Boost Security Over Israel-Hamas War; No Credible Threats

A former Hamas leader's call for a "day of rage" put American Jewish communities on edge, and sparked heightened security.

Republicans Tab Jim Jordan, Putting Speaker Job In Trump Ally's Reach

Electing Jordan to the powerful position second in line to the presidency would move the GOP's far right into a central seat of U.S. power.

ER ​Doctors Group Says Its 'Excited Delirium' Paper Is Outdated

American College of Emergency Physicians​ rescinds approval of the paper, which critics say is cited to justify excessive force by police.

GOP's Scalise Ends Bid To Become House Speaker

Hard-liners taking their cues from Donald Trump have dug in for a prolonged fight to replace Rep. Kevin McCarthy after his historic ouster.

U.S. Moves Quickly To Boost Israel's Military: Here's How

The buildup reflects U.S. concern that the deadly fighting between Hamas and Israel could escalate into a more dangerous regional conflict.

Social Media, Musk's X Awash In Misinformation About Israel-Gaza War

Tech experts say the Israel-Hamas war underscores how the platform transformed into X has become unreliable by actively promoting falsehoods

Biden: Hamas Attacks Deadliest Day For Jews Since The Holocaust

The U.S. death toll is at least 22. President Joe Biden told Jewish leaders the attack was "not just hate, but pure cruelty" against Jews.

Republicans Nominate Steve Scalise For Speaker, Struggle To Unite

It's uncertain if Republicans who backed hard-liner Rep. Jim Jordan will throw their support to Scalise in what is sure to be a close vote.

'Sheer Evil':​ Biden Condemns Hamas, Confirms Americans Among Hostages

The president coupled his unflinching defense for Israel with only a glancing reference to the suffering that innocent Palestinians.

Biden's Second Try At Student Loan Cancellation Inches Forward

Some legal analysts see the Supreme Court's decision as a rejection of any mass cancellation without action from Congress.

Biden Interview Suggests Special Counsel Docs Probe Is Winding Down

The investigation so far appears to present no legal jeopardy for Biden.

McCarthy Positions Himself As De Facto Leader Amid GOP Speaker Split

Upheaval in the House puts Congress at a crossroads during a time of crisis, the first time in history it has booted a speaker from power.

What Is Hamas, The Group That Has Ruled The Gaza Strip Since 2007?

Hamas vowed to annihilate Israel and has been responsible for many suicide bombings and other deadly attacks on civilians, Israeli soldiers.

Biden Decries Hamas Attack, Warns Israel's Enemies

Biden said he told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the United States “stands with the people of Israel."

Amateur Sleuths Pore Over Voter Rolls Looking For Fraud

Voter rolls are becoming the new battleground over secure elections — and sleuths' shakedown tactics are a concern for many state officials.

Commander, Biden Dog, Banished From White House After Repeated Biting

The dog's most recent in a series of biting incidents, nipped a uniformed Secret Service officer who received medical treatment on site.

​Biden Uses Trump-Era Border Wall Funds, But Says Barriers Don't Work

Biden said he tried to get lawmakers to redirect the money, which must be used for construction completed this year, but Congress refused.

A Completely Different Kind Of Test Case Goes Before The Supreme Court

Supreme Court wrestles with a case that could make it harder for hotel guests with disabilities to learn in advance about accommodations.

Speaker Drama: House Adrift After McCarthy's Ouster

Republicans line up for their chance at the gavel amid the bitter divisions that sparked the chaos; some favor looking outside the House.

​2 Army Soldiers Killed, 12 Hurt in Military Transport Vehicle Crash

The Army said a transport vehicle carrying 17 soldiers flipped on a dirt road leading to a training area near Fairbanks, Alaska.

McCarthy Ousted As House Speaker, A First In U.S. History

Democrats joined McCarthy's Republican critics to remove him throwing House leadership into chaos.

Southern Republicans Nationalize Governors' Races by Invoking Biden

Tying gubernatorial candidates to national political figures is a well-worn strategy — but reflects an era of deepening ideological divides.

Few Think Conservatives Can Speak Freely On College Campuses: Poll

Almost half of adults say liberals have "a lot" of freedom of expression on college campuses, while only 20% said the same of conservatives.

Gaetz Will Seek To Oust McCarthy; 'Bring It On,' McCarthy Says

Gaetz said in broadcast interviews that McCarthy was in "brazen, material breach" of agreements he made with House Republicans in January.

Senate Passes Spending Bill To Avert Government Shutdown

Congress approved the temporary funding bill late Saturday hours before a midnight deadline.

Looming Shutdown Rattles Families Who Rely On Head Start Program

The timing couldn't be worse. Child care programs were propped up during the pandemic with $24 billion in funding, but that ends Saturday.

McCarthy's Last-Ditch Plan To Keep The Government Open Collapses

McCarthy's inability to lead the House at a critical moment that has pushed the government into crisis jeopardizes his speakership.

Government Shutdown Nears: What Does It Mean? Who's Hit? What's Next?

The government will officially shut down at 12:01 a.m. Sunday if Congress fails to pass a funding plan that the president signs into law.