What's the status of the budget bill?
Some Republicans are stalling action on President Donald Trump’s bill consisting of tax breaks and spending cuts. House Speaker Mike Johnson wants to move the process forward before legislators leave Washington, D.C. for a two-week spring recess.
Some Republicans are stalling action on President Donald Trump’s bill consisting of tax breaks and spending cuts. House Speaker Mike Johnson wants to move the process forward before legislators leave Washington, D.C. for a two-week spring recess.
SAVE Act: How voter registration would change under proposed bill
The SAVE Act is set to get a vote this week. Here’s what to know about the bill that aims to require proof of citizenship to vote.
The SAVE Act is set to get a vote this week. Here’s what to know about the bill that aims to require proof of citizenship to vote.
Live Election Results: San Jose City Council District 3
Voters are deciding between seven candidates vying for the seat previously occupied by disgraced council member Omar Torres. Follow along for live results.
Voters are deciding between seven candidates vying for the seat previously occupied by disgraced council member Omar Torres. Follow along for live results.
San Jose candidates make last appeals ahead of special election to replace Omar Torrez
More than a half dozen candidates vying for the San Jose city council Dist. 3 seat spent Monday connecting with voters, ahead of a special election slated for Tuesday.
More than a half dozen candidates vying for the San Jose city council Dist. 3 seat spent Monday connecting with voters, ahead of a special election slated for Tuesday.
Interim Oakland Mayor Kevin Jenkins fires more top staff ahead of special election
Interim Oakland Mayor Kevin Jenkins on Monday fired several top staff members a week before the city’s special mayoral election.
Interim Oakland Mayor Kevin Jenkins on Monday fired several top staff members a week before the city’s special mayoral election.
Worst stock market days in history
Stocks are swinging sharply still after President Trump’s tariff announcement last week. Here’s how last week stacks up to some of the worst days for the stock market in U.S. history.
Stocks are swinging sharply still after President Trump’s tariff announcement last week. Here’s how last week stacks up to some of the worst days for the stock market in U.S. history.
Pence receiving Profile in Courage Award from JFK Library Foundation
The Profile in Courage Award is awarded by the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation. This year it’s going to Mike Pence for his actions on Jan. 6.
The Profile in Courage Award is awarded by the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation. This year it’s going to Mike Pence for his actions on Jan. 6.
Trump administration opens up over half of national forests for logging
A new directive from the Trump administration will open up more logging in national forests.
A new directive from the Trump administration will open up more logging in national forests.
Former Santa Clara councilman sentenced to jail time after lying to jury
A former councilman for the City of Santa Clara was sentenced to jail time for a conviction for lying to a civil grand jury, Deputy District Attorney Jason Malinsky said on Friday.
A former councilman for the City of Santa Clara was sentenced to jail time for a conviction for lying to a civil grand jury, Deputy District Attorney Jason Malinsky said on Friday.
Mel Gibson's gun rights to be restored by Trump administration: report
The Trump administration is reportedly planning to restore the gun rights of actor Mel Gibson more than a decade after his domestic violence conviction.
The Trump administration is reportedly planning to restore the gun rights of actor Mel Gibson more than a decade after his domestic violence conviction.
UC Berkeley students rally against President Trump's education agenda
Students at University of California, Berkeley rallied on Thursday against President Donald Trump’s attempts to dismantle the Department of Education.
Students at University of California, Berkeley rallied on Thursday against President Donald Trump’s attempts to dismantle the Department of Education.
Who is Laura Loomer?
Laura Loomer met with President Donald Trump and encouraged him to fire staff members she claims aren’t committed to his agenda.
Laura Loomer met with President Donald Trump and encouraged him to fire staff members she claims aren’t committed to his agenda.
Social Security head canceled vital contract with Maine to punish governor, emails show
An order to ban Maine parents from registering their newborns at local hospitals was issued to punish the state’s governor for defying the Trump administration, emails show.
An order to ban Maine parents from registering their newborns at local hospitals was issued to punish the state’s governor for defying the Trump administration, emails show.
How did Cory Booker speak for 25 hours without even a bathroom break?
The New Jersey senator's Senate floor marathon speech broke a record set 68 years ago by then-Sen. Strom Thurmond of South Carolina.
The New Jersey senator's Senate floor marathon speech broke a record set 68 years ago by then-Sen. Strom Thurmond of South Carolina.
California legislators reject two bills banning transgender women in female sports
A political analyst says this vote not only clarified how most voters in California feel but it also sent a message to President Trump.
A political analyst says this vote not only clarified how most voters in California feel but it also sent a message to President Trump.
Wisconsin Supreme Court secured by liberals; Florida Republicans retain House seats
Voters delivered split decisions in two key states Tuesday: Democrats secured a major win in Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race, while Republicans held onto two congressional seats in Florida. The results offer fresh insight into voter sentiment ahead of 2026.
Voters delivered split decisions in two key states Tuesday: Democrats secured a major win in Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race, while Republicans held onto two congressional seats in Florida. The results offer fresh insight into voter sentiment ahead of 2026.
Democratic-backed Susan Crawford overcomes Elon Musk-endorsed judge, wins Wisconsin Supreme Court
The Democratic-backed judge Susan Crawford defeated a challenger endorsed by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk.
The Democratic-backed judge Susan Crawford defeated a challenger endorsed by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk.
Cory Booker breaks record for longest Senate speech
In a feat of determination, New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker held the Senate floor with a marathon speech that lasted all night and into Tuesday evening.
In a feat of determination, New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker held the Senate floor with a marathon speech that lasted all night and into Tuesday evening.
Pelosi calls San Francisco HHS office closure 'shortsighted'
The Trump administration has announced plans to close the San Francisco Department of Health and Human Services office this spring, a move harshly criticized by Nancy Pelosi.
The Trump administration has announced plans to close the San Francisco Department of Health and Human Services office this spring, a move harshly criticized by Nancy Pelosi.
How to talk to kids about the state of politics
Lindsey Cormack, associate professor of Political Science and Director of the Diplomacy Lab at Stevens Institute of Technology gives insight on talking politics with your children. Professor Cormack is also author of How to Raise a Citizen (And Why it?s Up to You to Do It)
Lindsey Cormack, associate professor of Political Science and Director of the Diplomacy Lab at Stevens Institute of Technology gives insight on talking politics with your children. Professor Cormack is also author of How to Raise a Citizen (And Why it?s Up to You to Do It)