Pentagon tests long-banned ballistic missile over Pacific
The prototype missile was configured to be armed with a non-nuclear warhead. The Pentagon declined to disclose specifics beyond saying the missile was launched from a “static launch stand” at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California and landed in the open ocean. The Defense Department said the ballistic missile flew more than 500 miles.
Supreme Court to take up dispute over subpoenas for Trump records
The Supreme Court to hear subpoena fights over Trump financial records; decisions likely by late June, amid campaign.
‘Trump is innocent’: Man interrupts Judiciary hearing, calls for end to ‘impeachment scam’
A Trump supporter interrupted the House Judiciary Committee hearings Monday, calling for an end to the "impeachment scam" and that "Trump is innocent."
House judiciary committee holds its first impeachment hearing
A Democratic witness at the House Judiciary Committee's impeachment hearing is apologizing for bringing up the name of President Donald Trump's 13-year-old son, Barron.
Unauthorized SUV attempts to enter White House complex, Secret Service says
An unauthorized SUV attempted to gain entry at the White House on Thursday, according to officials.
Antibiotic-resistant superbugs kill 35K Americans each year — and CDC warns worst is yet to come
In recent decades, scientists have consistently warned that humanity was headed full-speed toward an antibiotic-resistant future. A new report from the CDC says that future is already here.
Supreme Court allows families of Sandy Hook victims to sue maker of rifle used in shooting
The lawsuit says Remington Arms should never have sold a weapon as dangerous as the Bushmaster AR-15-style rifle to the public, which gunman Adam Lanza used to kill 20 first graders and six educators.
NASA mathematicians portrayed in ‘Hidden Figures’ to be honored with Congressional Gold Medals
The three African-American women whose stories were shared in the 2016 movie “Hidden Figures” will be awarded Congressional Gold Medals.
Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley alleges some on Trump team urged resistance
President Donald Trump's former U.N. ambassador, Nikki Haley, alleges in her upcoming memoir that two administration officials who were ultimately pushed out by Trump once tried to get her to join them in opposing some of his policies.
Trump advisers want to ‘modernize’ national parks with wifi, food trucks and Amazon deliveries
A committee of advisers delivered a set of recommendations to the Trump administration last month that they claim will revitalize America’s national parks and make a dent in the $11.9 billion maintenance backlog faced by the National Park Service.
Democrats pass ground rules for Trump impeachment probe
For only the fourth time in U.S. history, the House of Representatives has started a presidential impeachment inquiry. House committees are trying to determine if President Donald Trump violated his oath of office by asking a foreign country to investigate a political opponent.
Washington Nationals become World Series champs for 1st time in franchise history, beating Houston Astros 6-2
The Washington Nationals made franchise history and earned their first World Series title by defeating the Houston Astros 6-2.
Former Juul executive alleges company shipped tainted products
A Juul spokesman said in a statement that the claims are "baseless" and that Breja was terminated because he failed to "demonstrate the leadership qualities" required for the job.
World Series: Washington Nationals force Game 7 with 7-2 win against Houston Astros
The Washington Nationals forced a Game 7 Tuesday night after defeating the Houston Astros 7-2.
Trump calls emoluments clause 'phony,' lashes out at critics after G-7 move from Doral
President Donald Trump lashed out Monday at critics who prompted him to move next year's Group of Seven summit from his private golf club in Florida, claiming he would have hosted it for free and now it will end up costing taxpayers "a fortune."
Donald Trump outstripping Barack Obama on pace of executive orders
"Most candidates don't realize the utility of executive actions while campaigning," Rudalevige said. "When they become president, they quickly gain an appreciation of how difficult it is to get things done in government."
Education secretary DeVos slams 2020 candidates' higher ed plans
To Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, the candidates' "proposals are crazy," especially with some carrying a price tag in the trillions.
What's next in the Trump impeachment inquiry as Congress returns
Trump has defended his conduct as "perfect" and said he will refuse to comply with the inquiry.
Polls show close divide over President Trump’s impeachment and removal
Several polls published since House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced the start of an impeachment inquiry on Sept. 24 show a shift in views from earlier this year.
Judge says New York prosecutors can see Trump's tax returns
With President Donald Trump under siege on Capitol Hill, a federal judge dealt him a setback on another front Monday and ruled that New York City prosecutors can see his tax returns for an investigation into such matters as the payment of hush money to porn star Stormy Daniels and a Playboy centerfold.