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Warren Reprimanded For Criticism Of Sessions

Sen. Elizabeth Warren clashed with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell after McConnell determined the Massachusetts Democrat had violated a Senate rule against impugning another senator.

Devos Confirmation Controversial in Charlotte

Many in the Charlotte education community say Devos could hurt public education.

Attorney: NC Novelist Reaches Plea Deal In 2001 Murder Case

Almost 15 years after he was convicted of killing his wife, a North Carolina novelist has made a plea deal to end the case before his retrial, a lawyer said Tuesday.

'Battlestar Galactica' Star Richard Hatch Dies At 71

Actor Richard Hatch, perhaps best known for playing Captain Apollo in the original "Battlestar Galactica" film and TV series, has died. He was 71.

Betsy DeVos Confirmed As Education Secretary As Pence Breaks Tie

The Senate has confirmed school choice activist Betsy DeVos as Education secretary, with Vice President Mike Pence breaking a 50-50 tie.

Trump Lunches with Troops on First Visit to MacDill Base

President Donald Trump made his first visit to the headquarters Monday for U.S. Central Command and U.S. Special Operations Command.

2 States Say Allowing Travel Ban Would 'Unleash Chaos Again'

Lawyers for Washington state and Minnesota have told a federal appellate court that restoring President Donald Trump's ban on refugees and travelers from seven predominantly Muslim countries would "unleash chaos again."

Republicans Seek Distance from Trump's Comments on Putin, US

President Donald Trump has long expressed a desire for improved relations with Moscow, but his latest comments about Russian President Vladimir Putin and the U.S. are leading some fellow Republicans to take a step back from the president — on this issue at least.

Patriots Reign In Mighty Super Bowl Rally

Tom Brady, Bill Belichick and the rest of the New England Patriots have long been reluctant to rank their victories. They've refused to label any given season, or title, sweeter than another.

U.S. Suspends Enforcement Of Travel Ban; Trump Bashes Judge

The government on Saturday suspended enforcement of President Donald Trump's refugee and immigration ban and scurried to appeal a judge's order, plunging the new administration into a crisis that has challenged Trump's authority — and ability to fulfill campaign promises.

Uber CEO Backs Out Of Trump Business Council

Uber CEO Travis Kalanick has withdrawn from President Trump's business advisory council after public outcry.

DeVos Clears Senate Hurdle Toward Becoming Ed Secretary

Betsy DeVos cleared a major hurdle in the Senate to become the next education secretary despite vigorous opposition from Democrats.

Lines Blurring in Separation of Church and State

Division could soon be gone if President Donald Trump follows through on a campaign promise.

Trump Pledges To End Political Limits On Churches

Declaring that religious freedom is "under threat," President Donald Trump vowed Thursday to repeal a rarely enforced IRS rule that says pastors who endorse candidates from the pulpit risk losing their tax-exempt status.

Mattis Warns N. Korea Against Any Attack On US Or Its Allies

In an explicit warning to North Korea, U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis on Friday said any use of nuclear weapons by the North on the United States or its allies would be met with what he called an "effective and overwhelming" response.

Dylann Roof's Mental State Revealed In Court Records

Documents unsealed in federal court reveal new details about the mental health of convicted Charleston church shooter Dylann Roof, including a psychiatrist's finding that his disorders make it hard for him to focus, interact with others or express emotion.