U.S. Politics
U.S. Treats Muslims Better Than U.K, says John Kerry
Former Secretary of State, John Kerry, and other counter-terrorism experts say the U.K. hasn't integrated Muslims into society as well as the U.S.
Trump Made Secret Efforts to Lift Russia Sanctions
Former officials' comments about Trump's attempts to lift sanctions come just days after reports Jared Kushner sought a back channel with Moscow.
Trump Weighs Return of Sanctioned Russian Property
Diplomatic buildings were shuttered by former President Barack Obama in retaliation for Russia's alleged interference in the 2016 election.
Trump Shames Kathy Griffin Over Severed Head Photo
President says his son Barron was most affected by comedian Kathy Griffin's bloodied severed head photo shoot.
Security Fears After Trump Gives Out His Cell Number
Reports say that President Trump has already handed out his digits to leaders in Canada, Mexico and France.
What Is 'Covfefe'? Only Donald Trump Knows
A nonsensical late-night tweet by U.S. President Donald Trump has the whole world speculating what he meant.
Ghanaian Woman Dies Walking From U.S. to Canada
More than 2,000 people have crossed the U.S. border to Canada illegally since January.
Trump's Press Chief Quits Amid White House Shake-Up
A major White House reshuffle has been in the works for weeks as the U.S. president navigates the fallout of the Russia investigation.
U.S. Cities Demand Trump Impeachment Investigation
Nearly a dozen cities in states won by Democrat Hillary Clinton are calling on Congress to investigate whether Trump violated the Constitution.
The WannaCry Ransomware Hack Was Inevitable
Until cybersecurity is taken more seriously, hackers will continue to take control of entire systems with devastating consequences.
Tweets on Clinton Intel Handling Haunt Trump and Ryan
After reports Trump leaked sensitive information to Russia, people are pointing at campaign tweets about Clinton's emails.
White House Staff Print Out 'Fake News' for Trump
The president doesn't read much news online—making it easier for staff to slip him stories from outlets with dubious track records.
Ex-KKK Leader Praises Defense of Confederate Statue
Alt-right figurehead Richard Spencer held a torchlit rally to protest the removal of a memorial to Confederate Army leader Robert E. Lee.
Michael Flynn's Business Associates Subpoenaed
Flynn was fired for misleading Vice President Pence about his contacts with Russia's ambassador to the U.S..
Trump Enraged by Russia Probe, Aides Say
The U.S. president allegedly screamed at TV coverage of the investigation.
Only 2 percent regret their vote for Trump: poll
U.S. President Donald Trump could soon hold the record among modern presidents for the lowest job approval rating for his first 100 days in office.
Don't Judge Me on 100 Days: Trump
Trump added that he had "done more than any other president in the first 100 days."
Kremlin Calls Trump-Russia Link Allegations 'Laughable'
Vladimir Putin's spokesman said people should not believe newspaper reports as they could be fake news.
Taxi Driver 'Called Me ISIS' Says Somali-U.S. Lawmaker
Ilhan Omar said cab driver in Washington, D.C. threatened to remove her hijab.
Trump Claims Media Incites 'Professional Protesters'
The U.S. president-elect called protests "very unfair" before expressing "love" for their passion.
Soviet Megastar Prays For 'Gentleman' Trump to Win
Philipp Kirkorov is backing Trump and is no stranger to Vladimir Putin either.
Rebounding Pa. Steel Country Tests Trump's Appeal
The collapse of the steel industry would seem to be perfect for Trump—but the Lehigh Valley region has bounced back.
Newsweek in Review: Top Political Stories of the Week
Mississippi's "religious freedom" law, a look at Jerry Brown's career, how Ted Cruz could become president and more in this week's top political stories.
Trump's Presidency Imagined on Boston Globe Page
Headlines include 'Deportations to Begin,' and 'Markets Sink as Trade War Looms.'
Top Political Stories of the Week: Newsweek in Review
Donald Trump comes home, Hobby Lobby founder funds Bible Museum and more among top political stories of the week.
Insults and Personal Attacks Are the American Way
A dislike of political rancor is a dislike of democracy and a false take on the constitutional structure.
House Conservatives to Paul Ryan: Honeymoon's Over
The Freedom Caucus lays out 2016 expectations for the speaker.
Obama to Meet Attorney General on Gun Violence
The president and Loretta Lynch are expected to finalize a set of executive actions on gun control.
Apple Stands Firm Over Company's Encryption Policy
Apple opposes the U.K. government's proposals to access encrypted communications.
What 'Star Wars' Tells Us About Obama and ISIS
Don't read too much into pundits' claims that "Star Wars" is a metaphor for today's politics.