US Politics

William Evans, who died April 2, lies in honor in the Capitol rotunda, one of the highest honors Congress has for a civilian

Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley is first to hold position, which was created to make the US diplomatic corps more representative

White House meets with business leaders to discuss shortage of semiconductors

White House highlights state-by-state shortcomings

Education, jobs, environment and health care get big boosts while defense spending remains steady

President’s proposal to fund improved roads and bridges, faster internet connections, high speed trains and other initiatives faces Republican opposition

He’ll be discussing international defense relationships

Move comes amid indirect nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran

Panel will spend 180 days studying proposed changes, holding public meetings and completing a report

Move solidifies Vice President Kamala Harris' control over US diplomatic efforts in Central America

The move comes amid reports of sexual and other misconduct

Under pressure from activists, on Thursday President Joe Biden signed a series of executive actions aimed at curbing gun violence, following recent mass shootings. White House Correspondent Patsy Widakuswara reports, prospects for gun control legislation appear dim for now in the divided U.S. Congress.

Centrist lawmaker’s stance imperils Biden legislative agenda 

Zeldin, a loyal ally to former President Donald Trump, did not mention him in his statement announcing gubernatorial run

Haaland is the latest Interior secretary tasked with making recommendations on where the boundaries lie