Politics
‘This Is A Test Of Our Time,’ Biden Says About Voting Rights Battles
Posted on · The president spoke a day after Texas Democratic state lawmakers left their state in protest of GOP voting legislation.
Politics
Donald Rumsfeld, The Controversial Architect Of The Iraq War, Has Died
Posted on · The Washington powerbroker was 88 years old.
Guns
The White House Announces New Steps To Try To Curb Surging Gun Violence
Posted on · As part of the efforts, the Treasury Department will inform states that they can use funds allotted by the American Rescue Plan to aid in reducing gun violence.
Juneteenth
Juneteenth Is Now A Federal Holiday
Posted on · June 19 is a commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States, marking the day enslaved people in Texas were finally freed — more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
Juneteenth
House Passes A Bill To Commemorate Juneteenth As A Federal Holiday
Posted on · The yes vote comes a day after the Senate unanimously moved to recognize June 19 as a commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States.
Politics
Biden Tells Congress His Administration Is ‘Delivering Real Results’
Posted on · In his first address to a joint session of Congress, the president plans to say that he and Congress must work to prove "that our government still works — and can deliver for the people."
International
‘It’s Time To End This Forever War.’ Biden Says Forces To Leave Afghanistan By 9/11
Posted on · The president said he will move to withdraw American forces from Afghanistan after nearly 20 years of an active U.S. military presence in the country.
Politics
200 Million: Biden Issues New Vaccine Goal During His 1st Press Conference
Posted on · President Biden is doubling his original COVID-19 vaccination goal to 200 million shots in arms by his 100th day in office.
Health & Science
Biden Administration To Meet Goal Of 100 Million Vaccine Doses On Friday
Posted on · The president said he would announce his next vaccination goal next week. "We need millions more to get vaccinated," Biden said.
National
Texas Man Arrested With Guns, Ammo Outside of Vice Presidential Residence
Posted on · The San Antonio man faces several weapons charges after police recovered a rifle and ammunition from his vehicle.
Weather
Biden To Authorize Broader Disaster Relief For Texas
Posted on · The state has for the last week suffered through a major winter storm that left many of its residents without heat, power or potable water.
Politics
Despite Majority Vote To Convict, Donald Trump Acquitted In Senate Impeachment Trial
Posted on · The former president is being tried on one article of impeachment for his role in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Videos shown during the proceedings may contain profanity and violence.
Energy & Environment
Biden Hits ‘Pause’ On Oil And Gas Leasing On Public Lands And Waters
Posted on · The move is one of his more controversial campaign promises, and industry groups say they will sue. But it won't have much immediate impact on driving down climate-warming emissions.
National
Biden Celebrates ‘Triumph’ Of Democracy In Inaugural Address
Posted on · President Biden on Wednesday spoke to bringing the nation together in his first remarks as president of the United States.
National
Watch Live: Inauguration Day Ceremony And Events
Posted on · Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will be sworn in as president and vice president of the United States on Wednesday. Follow live special coverage throughout the day beginning at 11 a.m. ET.