Newly elected Rep. Celeste Maloy, R-Utah, was sworn in as the representative for Utah's 2nd Congressional District, becoming the fifth woman to represent Utah in the U.S. House of Representatives and setting new records for the number of women in Congress and the House.
A bipartisan group of senators attended a screening of footage from Hamas' October 7 attack on Israel, with Sen. Jacky Rosen stating the importance of bearing witness to the extent of the atrocities committed by Hamas.
A House Oversight subcommittee will host NCAA swimming champion Riley Gaines and other women leaders in a hearing on the importance of protecting female athletics and Title IX, as they discuss the proposed rules changes by the Biden administration to expand the definition of sexual discrimination to include gender identity.
House Democrat introduces resolution to force a vote for the expulsion of indicted Republican Rep. George Santos from Congress following the release of a damning Ethics Committee report.
Senator Josh Hawley is urging Congress to include a provision in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) expanding eligibility for victims of U.S. radiation testing, vowing to block any NDAA that does not include it.
Hunter Biden is willing to testify publicly on December 13 in the House Oversight Committee's inquiry into his actions, according to a letter from his legal team, but the offer does not guarantee a public hearing will take place. House Republicans have yet to decide on the request.
Republican Senator Mike Lee acknowledges that the man in a MAGA hat flashing a badge in a photo he posted was not a federal agent, recognizing the importance of factual accuracy, unlike some other Republicans who continue to push conspiracy theories about the Capitol riot.
Elvira Nabiullina, the head of Russia's central bank, has managed to keep the country's economy afloat and stave off the effects of Western sanctions, prolonging the war on Ukraine, despite increasing criticism.
A House expulsion vote is expected for scandal-plagued Rep. George Santos (R-NY) following a House Ethics Committee investigation that found "substantial evidence" of federal law violations and personal financial exploitation, potentially making him the first House lawmaker in two decades to be expelled.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter was honored at a tribute service in Atlanta, where her faith, dedication to service, and advocacy for mental health were celebrated by political leaders, celebrities, and family members.
Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee warned that an impeachment vote on President Biden without the support of some Democrats would be a "political disaster" for House Republicans, urging them to focus on winning elections and releasing information on Biden's ties to China instead.
Lawmakers in the United States are being urged by civil society not to allow efforts to derail a debate over the future of the US surveillance program, particularly Section 702, which has drawn criticism from both Democrats and Republicans.
An interfaith coalition, including activist Cynthia Nixon, held a hunger strike outside the White House to demand a cease-fire in Gaza and bring attention to the high number of casualties, particularly among children.
Hunter Biden has offered to testify publicly before Congress in response to a subpoena from Republicans, rejecting their request for closed-door testimony and setting the stage for a potential showdown while his father, President Joe Biden, campaigns for reelection.
Lawmakers from both the Democratic and Republican parties will negotiate the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) this week to determine the military spending budget for the next fiscal year, with key negotiators including Sen. Roger Wicker, Rep. Jack Reed, Rep. Mike Rogers, and Rep. Adam Smith.
Former President Jimmy Carter attended the memorial service for his late wife, Rosalynn Carter, who passed away earlier this month, in a rare public appearance.
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter was remembered at a tribute service attended by President Joe Biden, former President Jimmy Carter, and other prominent politicians and first ladies, where her dedication to helping those in need and her integral role in her husband's presidency were highlighted.
Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee are calling on President Joe Biden to withdraw the nomination of Hampton Dellinger, a former coworker of Hunter Biden, for the administration's top whistleblower oversight post due to concerns about Dellinger's connections to the Bidens and their alleged influence-peddling schemes.
Hunter Biden, the subject of a House Republican investigation, has offered to testify publicly to avoid manipulation of his words through selective leaks and to show that he has nothing to hide, but the Republican chairman rejected the offer, insisting on closed-door testimony first.
Senator Josh Hawley threatened to delay the passage of a defense bill if protections for nuclear radiation victims were removed, warning his colleagues to cancel their Christmas plans.
Former President Jimmy Carter joins Joe Biden, Bill Clinton, and other dignitaries at a memorial service for his wife Rosalynn, who passed away at the age of 96 and had been receiving hospice care due to dementia.
Congress included a "death gratuity" of $174,000 for Dianne Feinstein's daughter in the recent government funding bill, a tradition that has been in place for over 140 years and has cost taxpayers over $5 million since 2000.
Federal investigators are looking into New York City Mayor Eric Adams' travel to Turkey over the years as part of their probe into his 2021 campaign and its connections to the country, including a fifth trip in 2018 to promote "smart canes" for blind people.
Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett warns that the close ties between House Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Donald Trump may have detrimental effects on marginalized communities, particularly Black Americans.
Conservative activist Leonard Leo's consulting firm, CRC Advisors, received $21 million in 2022 from The 85 Fund, a nonprofit under investigation for potential tax violations, according to a tax filing obtained by watchdog group Accountable.US.
Representatives from Hamas have invited Elon Musk to visit Gaza to witness the destruction caused by Israeli bombardment, after Musk's visit to Israel where he discussed the need to "neutralize" Hamas.
Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville claims the US currently has the weakest military, blaming Biden for recruitment difficulties, but fails to mention his own role in preventing officer promotions.
Georgia Senate Republicans have proposed a new map that would create two Black-majority voting districts in an effort to address illegal dilution of Black votes, while still retaining their Republican majority in the General Assembly's upper chamber.
President Joe Biden, along with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, have arrived at Glenn Memorial church in Atlanta for the tribute service of Rosalynn Carter, joined by other current and former elected officials and dignitaries.
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A Montana man accused of threatening President Joe Biden and Democratic Sen. Jon Tester has agreed to a plea bargain, pleading guilty to threats against Tester while a charge against the president will be dropped.
Russian President Vladimir Putin claims that Moscow's military action in Ukraine is a necessary defense against Western attempts to destroy Russia and that Russia is fighting for the freedom of not only itself but the whole world.
UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak cancelled a meeting with his Greek counterpart after the Greek Prime Minister publicly advocated for the return of the Parthenon sculptures, sparking a diplomatic dispute.
The PTI denies the claim made by its Senior Vice President Sher Afzal Khan Marwat that Imran Khan will not contest the upcoming intra-party polls for the position of party chairman, stating that discussions are ongoing and no decision has been made yet.
Three House Republicans are appealing to the Supreme Court after having their pay docked for not complying with a mask requirement, citing that the deductions violated the Constitution's 27th Amendment.
CIA Director William Burns visits Doha, Qatar, to negotiate an extension of the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas and secure the release of more American hostages.
Former President Clinton, former first ladies Hillary Clinton and Michelle Obama, along with other dignitaries, travel with President Biden to attend the tribute service for former first lady Rosalynn Carter in Georgia.
Russian President Vladimir Putin warns the West that any interference or meddling in Russia will be seen as an act of aggression, as he portrays the conflict with Ukraine as a battle between Russian civilization and a declining West.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has sought dismissal of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy's petition for a deeper probe into the "Kodi Kathi" case, reiterating that there was no conspiracy behind the knife attack on Reddy.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized the need for stronger legal support in the realm of foreign affairs to effectively manage China's openness to the world and mitigate external risks, as Beijing seeks to expand its legal framework amidst increasing rivalry with the US and its allies.
Actress Cynthia Nixon has joined a hunger strike demanding a permanent cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, calling on President Biden to take action, highlighting the high civilian death toll in Gaza.
Xi Jinping, the president of China, has signaled his intention to remain in power for life, following in the footsteps of Mao Zedong, and has consolidated his power within the Chinese Communist Party through purges and promotions of loyalists.
Peru's top prosecutor has filed a constitutional complaint against President Dina Boluarte, blaming her for the deaths of demonstrators during anti-government protests, but a criminal trial is unlikely as presidents cannot be tried while in office for alleged crimes committed in their role.
The Supreme Court has agreed to examine a plea by the Andhra Pradesh Government challenging the grant of regular bail to former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu in the alleged Skill Development Corporation case.
Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville warns that the US could face a Sept. 11-style terrorist attack "every few weeks" due to President Biden's inaction on the southern border crisis, citing a report showing that 160 people on the FBI's terror watch list were apprehended at the border over a 12-month span.
Fox Business host Maria Bartiromo suggests that former President Barack Obama is secretly running the show and directing President Joe Biden, echoing a conspiracy theory embraced by some conservatives who believe Biden is unfit for the job.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez accused the Biden administration of enabling "gross human rights violations" in Gaza by providing military aid to Israel, while urging pro-Palestinian activists to pressure Democratic lawmakers to support a cease-fire.
Artificial turf may be marketed as a low-maintenance alternative to grass lawns, but the drawbacks including high cost, negative health and environmental effects, and unpleasant odors negate the perceived benefits.
Embattled Rep. George Santos, who is facing a potential third expulsion vote, had a "positive" conversation with House Speaker Mike Johnson about his options, following a House Ethics Committee report that found substantial evidence of him violating federal criminal laws.
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre laughed off questions about President Biden's Christmas shopping, including for the ousted First Dog Commander Biden, during a press briefing.