POLITICS
The Surprising Newsom, Pelosi and Harris Ties With the Getty Oil Dynasty
The Getty family is close with current Governor Gavin Newsom, Vice President Kamala Harris and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. A window into how it began.
China's Xi Jinping Takes Swipe at U.S. 'Position of Strength' at BRICS
China's President Xi didn't mention the United States by name, but struck a firm tone against much of Washington's current policies.
Joe Biden Warned Gas Tax Holiday Threatens Jobs, Vital Infrastructure
A letter to the president warned that his $10 billion plan to suspend the levy for three months will impact the Highway Trust Fund.
Lauren Boebert Faces Bid by GOP opponents and Democrats to Oust Her
Boebert is facing a primary challenge from state Senator Don Coram, but she's seen as the favorite to win.
Trump Fake Electors Probe—Full List of People Subpoenaed by Justice Dept
Federal agents have issued a number of subpoenas as part of the investigation into a plot to reverse President Joe Biden's victory in the 2020 election.
House Pushes Extra $37 Billion in Defense to Combat China, Inflation
One lawmaker said he "wonders when we are just going to get the amendment to have a trillion-dollar defense budget because it seems that's where we are going."
Biden Pushes Electric Cars to Free U.S. From 'Menacing Dictator' Putin
During a speech calling for a federal gas tax holiday, the president made a push for clean energy.
Trump Attacks McConnell for Advancing Gun Measures He Previously Supported
McConnell was one of 14 GOP senators who voted to open debate on the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.
Republicans Think DeSantis More Likely Than Trump to Beat Biden: Poll
The poll showed DeSantis edging Biden by a 47 to 46 percent margin, with 97 percent of Trump voters supporting the Florida governor in a hypothetical election.
Football Coach Awaits Supreme Court Ruling on 50-Yard-Line Prayer
Joseph Kennedy, a former U.S. Marine, made a habit of walking to the 50-yard line after each high school game to bend a knee and offer a prayer of gratitude.
U.S. Economy Could Be In Recession Within Weeks: Reagan Adviser
Noted economist Art Laffer said upcoming GDP numbers could show that the country is already in the grips of a recession.
Jerome Powell Admits Federal Reserve 'Not Getting Our Own Job Done'
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said a recession is possible and that more interest rate increases seem likely.
Senator Kevin Cramer May Need Amputation After Yard Work Injury
"I expect to be doling out a lot of left-handed fist bumps," the North Dakota Republican said after the accident, which took off the tip of a finger.
Biden's Gas Tax Pause Will Cost U.S. Highways a Big Chunk of Their Funding
A White House fact sheet estimated that a three-month suspension of the federal gas tax will cost about $10 billion.
Putin Prolonging War Could Put Ukraine in Vulnerable Position
Will extending the war in Ukraine better Russia's chances of declaring an eventual victory?
Adam Schiff Explains Liz Cheney's Direct Appeal at Jan. 6 Hearing
Schiff said he hopes Cheney's appeal to get ex-White House counsel Pat Cipollone to testify will be successful.
Democrats Break With Biden on Gas Tax Pause: 'Shortsighted and Inefficient'
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer and Senator Tom Carper doubt whether a federal gas tax holiday is the best way to ease prices.
Russia's Connecticut-Sized Exclave in Europe Becomes New Flashpoint
One Baltic diplomatic official said Russia is "trolling" NATO states as it seeks new leverage in Ukraine.
Ukrainian Dmytro Firtash, Allegedly Linked to Russian Mob, Loses Gas Empire
The chief of Ukrainian state energy giant Naftogaz said on Tuesday that the group led by Firtash will no longer be dominant in the Ukrainian gas market.
Ted Cruz Warns of Violence From Far Left If Roe v. Wade Overturned
Ted Cruz said the left will "lose their minds" if Roe v. Wade is overturned and the result will be violence across America.
Swap Texas for Puerto Rico? Campaigners React to Viral Secession Idea
Social media users suggested Puerto Rico should replace Texas as a state after the Texas GOP called for a referendum on possible secession from the U.S.
Trump-Backed State Lawmaker Wants Jan. 6 'Remembrance Day'
Michigan's Steve Carra said the day should be recognized for the "heinous and tyrannical actions" by an "unhinged and politically motivated ruling elite."