Politics

Confederate Monument Set to be Removed From Virginia Capital

Richmond is the onetime capital of the Confederacy that began removing its many other Confederate monuments in 2020 amid nationwide racial justice protests

Tammy Baldwin, Susan Collins, Kyrsten Sinema

Democratic Sen. Kyrsten Sinema Switches to Independent

Democratic Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona announced Friday that she now has registered as an independent, but she does not plan to caucus with Republicans, ensuring Democrats will retain their narrow voting majority in the Senate.

Democratic Sen. Warnock Wins Georgia Runoff Against Walker

Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock has defeated Republican challenger Herschel Walker in a runoff election in Georgia. The victory by the state's first Black senator ensures Democrats an outright majority in the chamber for the rest of President Joe Biden's current term.

Warnock Projected Winner In Georgia Runoff Election

The Georgia Senate runoff race between incumbent Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock and Republican Herschel Walker has been a tight race from the start.

COVID's Lingering Impact Prompts Real ID Deadline Extension

The deadline for obtaining the Real ID needed to board a domestic flight has been pushed back again, with the Department of Homeland Security citing the lingering impact of the COVID-19 pandemic for the slower-than-expected rollout.

For Trump, Tax Fraud Case Just One Of Several Legal Problems

A New York jury convicted Donald Trump's company of tax fraud Tuesday, a verdict that could damage the Republican politically and adds to an already long list of legal headaches as he mounts another run for president.

Rep. Madison Cawthorn Broke Rules Over 'Meme' Crypto, Told To Pay $14K

Departing U.S. Rep. Madison Cawthorn of North Carolina has been told to pay over $14,000 to charity after the House Ethics Committee found he financially benefited while purchasing a cryptocurrency that he was promoting and violated conflict of interest rules.

Man Arrested After Egg Allegedly Thrown at King Charles III

A man was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of assault after an egg was allegedly hurled towards King Charles III during a visit to a town center, police said.

Georgia Senate Runoff Race Making National Impact

Georgia voters are set to decide the final Senate contest in the country. They will choose whether to reelect Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock or instead opt for Republican football legend Herschel Walker.

Supreme Court: President Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Program To Remain Blocked For Now

Students hoping for a break on their college debt may have to wait until next summer before a decision is made on President Biden's loan forgiveness program.

Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Blocked Again

A second judge deals a blow to President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan.

Hakeem Jeffries Chosen as New House Dem Leader

House Democrats ushered in a new generation of leaders on Wednesday with Rep. Hakeem Jeffries elected to be the first Black American to head a major political party in Congress at a pivotal time as long-serving Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her team step aside next year.

NC Health Agency Appealing Ruling On Services For Disabled

North Carolina's government is appealing a trial judge's order that demands many more community services by certain dates for people with intellectual and development disabilities who otherwise live at institutions, the top state health official said Wednesday.

House Votes To Avert Rail Strike And Imposes Deal On Unions

Congress is moving urgently to stop a looming U.S. rail strike. The House passed a bill Wednesday that would bind companies and workers to a proposed settlement reached in September that failed to gain the support of all 12 unions involved.

Possible Nationwide Rail Strike Threatens Holiday Plans

Congress Prepares to Take Up Bill Preventing Rail Strike

Congress is moving swiftly to prevent a looming U.S. rail workers strike, reluctantly intervening in a labor dispute to stop what would surely be a devastating blow to the nation’s economy if the transportation of fuel, food and other critical goods were disrupted.

Play of the Day: Team USA Advances to Next Round of World Cup

The play of the day and a win for the entire country! Team USA took on Iran Tuesday in a World Cup win or go home game.

Mark Meadows Ordered To Testify Before A Grand Jury In Georgia

The South Carolina Supreme Court has ordered Mark Meadows to testify before a grand jury investigating efforts by former President Donald Trump and his allies to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia.

Three Days Left Of Early Voting Before Tuesday Primary Election In Nc

North Carolina Board Certifies General Election Results

North Carolina's State Board of Elections certified the results of the November general election on Tuesday after an extensive canvassing process designed to ensure the votes have been tabulated correctly.

Colorado Gay Club Shooting Suspect To Be At Court Hearing

The alleged shooter facing possible hate crime charges in the fatal shooting of five people at a Colorado Springs gay nightclub is scheduled to make their first court appearance Wednesday from jail after being released from the hospital a day earlier.