Rick Perry confirmed as energy secretary
Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry has been confirmed by the Senate as secretary of energy, according to reports from The Associated Press and USA Today.
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Attorney General had "discussions" with Russian ambassador during campaign
Jeff Sessions reportedly had two discussions with the ambassador last year, information that contradicts a statement he made while under oath at his Senate Confirmation hearing.
Trump delivers first speech to Congress
President Donald Trump opened his first address to Congress Tuesday by condemning the recent spate of threats against Jewish community centers, vandalism at Jewish cemeteries and the shooting of two Indian men in Kansas.
Conservatives gather for CPAC 2017
The Conservative Political Action Conference, or CPAC, will be held February 22-25, 2017, at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland.
Inslee, Ferguson respond to potential marijuana push-back
The Trump administration hinted Thursday that it might forego precedent for enforcing recreational marijuana laws.
A history of presidential firsts
The history of the American presidency is full of firsts -- from groundbreaking to the just plain goofy. In honor of Presidents Day, here are just a few.
Trump offers national security adviser job to Vice Adm. Harward
President Donald Trump has offered the national security adviser position to retired Vice Adm. Robert Harward, Reuters and Fox News reported Wednesday.
Andrew Puzder withdraws as labor secretary nominee
Andrew Puzder is withdrawing from his nomination for labor secretary, CNN and The Associated Press reported Wednesday.
Shulkin confirmed as Veterans Affairs secretary
David Shulkin has been confirmed as secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs in a unanimous vote by the Senate.
Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia through the years
Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, the longest-serving justice of current court, passed away Feb. 13, 2016. Today marks the one-year anniversary of his death.
Senate confirms nomination of Tom Price as secretary of HHS
The U.S. Senate voted in the early morning hours Friday to confirm Tom Price as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, news outlets are reporting.
Pa. lawmaker to Trump: 'Come after me you fascist'
A Pennsylvania state legislator is using social media to attack the nation's chief executive, speaking to him directly and calling Trump a "fascist, loofa-faced, s***-gibbon!" on Twitter and Facebook.
Despite immigration pushback, Trump team moves forward
While fallout over the executive order on immigration continues throughout the country, the Trump administration continues forward.
Senate confirms Rex Tillerson as secretary of state
The Senate has approved former ExxonMobil CEO Rex Tillerson as the next secretary of state, filling one more slot on President Donald Trump's national security team.
Protesters gather in Washington for 'March for Life'
Thousands of anti-abortion protesters gathered in Washington for the 44th annual "March for Life."
WATCH: Minnesota governor faints
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton fainted and required the attention of paramedics Monday during his state of the state address.
Women's March: Protesters worldwide rally against Trump
Protesters in the U.S. and around the world marched on Jan. 21 to raise awareness of women's rights they fear could be under threat by Donald Trump's presidency.
Washington celebrates Trump inauguration
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Obama fan carries cardboard cutout everywhere
Yesterday was Barack Obama's last full day as president of the United States.
Teacher not allowing students to watch inauguration
A Michigan teacher is under fire for refusing to let his fourth-grade students watch the inauguration speech of President-Elect Donald Trump.
Trump gets animated at inauguration concert
Incoming President Donald Trump appeared to be enjoying himself during most of the music at his official inauguration concert Thursday evening.
How presidents have aged while in office
There's a saying that presidents age twice as fast while in office. With Election Day finally here, we'll soon find out whether Hillary Clinton or Donald Trump get to be the next to test that theory. In the meantime, take a look back over the past 60 years of U.S. presidents and judge for yourself how much the office aged them.
Performers, notable people attending Trump inauguration
Check out the entertainers and other notables scheduled to appear at Donald Trump's inauguration on Jan. 20.
Clinton's former CIA chief defends Trump on intel briefings
Former CIA Director James Woolsey defended Donald Trump Monday night amid criticism that he reportedly skips intelligence briefings.
