Head of Trump-Russia probe under fire, won't step down

The chairman of the House intelligence committee refused Tuesday to step away from its investigation of Russian meddling in the 2016 election, as fresh political allegations brought new cries of protest from Democrats.

Hillary Clinton delivers keynote address to businesswomen's group in San Francisco
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Hillary Clinton on Tuesday addressed the Professional Businesswomen of California conference in San Francisco, one of a few public speeches she's made since losing the 2016 presidential race last November.

Obama's former White House press secretary Josh Earnest joins NBC

Former White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest has joined NBC News as an analyst, making his debut Monday on the "Today" show.

Attorney General: Sanctuary cities are risking federal money

 Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Monday warned so-called sanctuary cities they could lose federal money for refusing to cooperate with immigration authorities and suggested the government would come after grants that have already been awarded if they don't comply. 

Fights break out at California Pro-Trump rally

A scuffle broke out on a Southern California beach where supporters of President Donald Trump were marching when counter-protesters doused organizers with pepper spray, authorities said Saturday.

Trump campaign chair offers to talk to House panel on Russia

President Donald Trump's former campaign manager, a key figure in investigations into the Trump campaign's ties to Russia, has volunteered to be interviewed by lawmakers as part of an increasingly partisan House probe of the Kremlin's alleged meddling in the 2016 election. 

House Republicans withdraw health care bill
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In a humiliating setback, President Donald Trump and GOP leaders pulled their "Obamacare" repeal bill off the House floor Friday after it became clear the measure would fail badly.

Republicans kill their own health care bill before it goes to vote
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In a stunning defeat for the new president, GOP leaders pulled their "Obamacare" repeal bill off the House floor Friday after it became clear the measure would fail badly.

State lawmakers propose new workplace protections for immigrants

Bay Area lawmakers are seeking to add new protections for immigrant workers and proposed new responsibilities for employers in providing access to federal immigration enforcement agents, the latest effort to limit federal action in the state under President Donald Trump.

Is Proposition 57, approved by voters, delaying justice for victims?

Proposition 57, approved by voters during the Nov. 8, 2016 election, mandates a special hearing for juveniles accused of heinous crimes but some critics say the required court proceeding is slowing the deliver of justice to crime victims.

Richmond sues President Trump in bid to block sanctuary executive order

The city of Richmond has become the fourth Northern California local government to decide to sue President Donald Trump in a bid to block an executive order that would deny federal funds to sanctuary cities and counties. The president's Jan. 25 executive order would withhold federal funding from local governments that the Trump Administration deems to be "sanctuary jurisdictions"...

House delays healthcare repeal vote
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House Republicans have delayed a vote on a health care repeal bill because they lack the votes for the measure to pass. Joel Waldman reports.

Bill boosts NASA funding, makes Mars a priority

With US Senator Marco Rubio and US Senator Bill Nelson looking on; President Trump signed the NASA Authorization Act of 2017 Tuesday.

Rep. Waters tells Trump to 'Get ready for impeachment'

Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA), one of the most vocal left-wing critics of President Donald Trump, took to Twitter this morning with a very blunt message.

Sean Spicer calls rape of Maryland teen in school bathroom ‘horrendous, horrible and disgusting'

During his White House press briefing on Tuesday, White House press secretary Sean Spicer addressed the recent alleged rape of a 14-year-old girl by two fellow classmates inside a Maryland high school, calling it “horrendous, horrible and disgusting.”

Trump rips NFL QB Kaepernick during speech in Kentucky

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (AP) - President Donald Trump has taken a swipe at controversial NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick at a campaign-style rally in Louisville, Kentucky. Kaepernick, who played for the San Francisco 49ers but now is a free agent, hasn't yet been signed to another team. Trump told the crowd he read an article reporting that NFL owners don't want to pick Kaepernick up...

Fundraisers for Mayor Ed Lee allegedly made promises to undercover FBI agent

Operatives raising money for Mayor Ed Lee allegedly promised an undercover FBI agent posing as a developer "quality time" with the mayor in return for large donations, according to evidence presented in court today.