Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:20 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:20:31 GMT
At the center of a political storm, an Internal Revenue Service supervisor whose agents targeted conservative groups swore Wednesday she did nothing wrong, broke no laws and never lied to Congress. Then she refused to answer lawmakers' further questions, citing her Fifth Amendment right not to incriminate herself.
At the center of a political storm, an Internal Revenue Service supervisor whose agents targeted conservative groups swore Wednesday she did nothing wrong, broke no laws and never lied to Congress. Then she refused to answer lawmakers' further questions, citing her Fifth Amendment right not to incriminate herself.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:32:32 GMT
It's a troubling problem -- veterans returning from war and then left waiting for months and sometimes years for their disability claims. The Department of Veterans Affairs has a backlog of nearly 600,000 claims pending for more than 125 days. On Wednesday, lawmakers on Capitol Hill called that unacceptable and introduced legislation to try and fix the problem.
It's a troubling problem -- veterans returning from war and then left waiting for months and sometimes years for their disability claims. The Department of Veterans Affairs has a backlog of nearly 600,000 claims pending for more than 125 days. On Wednesday, lawmakers on Capitol Hill called that unacceptable and introduced legislation to try and fix the problem.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:34 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:34:56 GMT
Lois Lerner, the director of the IRS division that singled out conservative groups, is expected to invoke the Fifth Amendment Wednesday when she appears before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, Fox News has learned.
Lois Lerner, the director of the IRS division that singled out conservative groups, is expected to invoke the Fifth Amendment Wednesday when she appears before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, Fox News has learned.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-05-17 12:58:40 GMT
The IRS official who led the tax-exempt organizations unit when Tea Party groups were targeted is now in charge of the IRS office responsible for ObamaCare, two Capitol Hill sources told Fox News.
The IRS official who led the tax-exempt organizations unit when Tea Party groups were targeted is now in charge of the IRS office responsible for ObamaCare, two Capitol Hill sources told Fox News.
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:23 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:23:18 GMT
President Barack Obama, seeking to regain his footing amid controversies hammering the White House, named a temporary chief for the scandal-marred Internal Revenue Service Thursday and pressed Congress to approve new security money to prevent another Benghazi-style terrorist attack.
President Barack Obama, seeking to regain his footing amid controversies hammering the White House, named a temporary chief for the scandal-marred Internal Revenue Service Thursday and pressed Congress to approve new security money to prevent another Benghazi-style terrorist attack.
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:05 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:05:55 GMT
The Internal Revenue Service controversy dogging President Barack Obama is hardly the first time a White House and the tax agency have been accused of political meddling and bias. Nor is it the first time that political and social advocacy groups have searched for and exploited loopholes and fine points in the federal tax code.
The Internal Revenue Service controversy dogging President Barack Obama is hardly the first time a White House and the tax agency have been accused of political meddling and bias. Nor is it the first time that political and social advocacy groups have searched for and exploited loopholes and fine points in the federal tax code.
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:45 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:45:21 GMT
District of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray's administration does not support a bill that would require gun owners in the nation's capital to carry liability insurance.
District of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray's administration does not support a bill that would require gun owners in the nation's capital to carry liability insurance.
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:39 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:39:50 GMT
Gov. Martin O'Malley has announced the first round of highway and transit projects that will be paid for with Maryland's first gas tax increase in 20 years.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has announced the first round of highway and transit projects that will be paid for with Maryland's first gas tax increase in 20 years.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:46 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:46:36 GMT
Gov. Martin O'Malley has signed a comprehensive gun-control measure that supporters say makes Maryland's gun laws among the strictest in the nation. O'Malley signed the bill on Thursday.
Gov. Martin O'Malley has signed a comprehensive gun-control measure that supporters say makes Maryland's gun laws among the strictest in the nation. O'Malley signed the bill on Thursday.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:32 AM EDT2013-05-16 13:32:35 GMT
President Obama announced Wednesday that acting IRS Commissioner Steven Miller has resigned in the wake of the agency scandal in which conservative groups were targeted.
President Obama announced Wednesday that acting IRS Commissioner Steven Miller has resigned in the wake of the agency scandal in which conservative groups were targeted.
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:42 AM EDT2013-05-16 09:42:38 GMT
State Department officials repeatedly objected to -- and tried to water down -- references to Islamic extremist groups and prior security warnings in the administration's initial internal story-line on the Benghazi attack, according to dozens of emails and notes released by the White House late Wednesday.
State Department officials repeatedly objected to -- and tried to water down -- references to Islamic extremist groups and prior security warnings in the administration's initial internal story-line on the Benghazi attack, according to dozens of emails and notes released by the White House late Wednesday.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:23 PM EDT2013-05-16 02:23:57 GMT
Under mounting pressure, President Barack Obama on Wednesday released a trove of documents related to the Benghazi attack and forced out the top official at the Internal Revenue Service following revelations that the agency targeted conservative political groups.
Under mounting pressure, President Barack Obama on Wednesday released a trove of documents related to the Benghazi attack and forced out the top official at the Internal Revenue Service following revelations that the agency targeted conservative political groups.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:07 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:07:12 GMT
An affiliate group associated with Planned Parenthood has now formally endorsed the candidacy of Terry McAuliffe, the Democratic nominee for the office of governor of Virginia. The presumed Republican nominee, Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli, has already been endorsed by the pro-life group the Susan B. Anthony List.
An affiliate group associated with Planned Parenthood has now formally endorsed the candidacy of Terry McAuliffe, the Democratic nominee for the office of governor of Virginia. The presumed Republican nominee, Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli, has already been endorsed by the pro-life group the Susan B. Anthony List.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:34 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:34:39 GMT
Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli has recused his office from representing Gov. Bob McDonnell in matters related to theft charges against the Executive Mansion's former chef and hired a team of five private lawyers.
Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli has recused his office from representing Gov. Bob McDonnell in matters related to theft charges against the Executive Mansion's former chef and hired a team of five private lawyers.
Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:55:43 GMT
Despite a wave of criticism from journalists' organizations (and from members of both parties on Capitol Hill), the U.S. Attorney General and the White House are defending the gathering of phone records of Associated Press reporters.
Despite a wave of criticism from journalists' organizations (and from members of both parties on Capitol Hill), the U.S. Attorney General and the White House are defending the gathering of phone records of Associated Press reporters.
Monday, May 13 2013 6:16 PM EDT2013-05-13 22:16:50 GMT
President Barack Obama tried to swat down a pair of brewing controversies Monday, denouncing as "outrageous" the targeting of conservative political groups by the federal IRS but angrily denying any administration cover-up after last year's deadly attacks in Benghazi, Libya.
President Barack Obama tried to swat down a pair of brewing controversies Monday, denouncing as "outrageous" the targeting of conservative political groups by the federal IRS but angrily denying any administration cover-up after last year's deadly attacks in Benghazi, Libya.
Friday, May 10 2013 9:01 PM EDT2013-05-11 01:01:50 GMT
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown is seeking to become Maryland's next governor. Hundreds gathered on Friday at Prince George's County Community College to hear Brown make the official announcement for his gubernatorial bid.
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown is seeking to become Maryland's next governor. Hundreds gathered on Friday at Prince George's County Community College to hear Brown make the official announcement for his gubernatorial bid.
Wednesday, May 8 2013 9:57 AM EDT2013-05-08 13:57:37 GMT
A House Republican and Democrat are pushing a bill that would strip the authority of military officers to overturn convictions for major offenses such as sexual assault.
A House Republican and Democrat are pushing a bill that would strip the authority of military officers to overturn convictions for major offenses such as sexual assault.
Thursday, May 2 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-05-02 22:36:07 GMT
Acknowledging uncertainty ahead, President Barack Obama said Thursday the U.S. will cooperate with Mexico in fighting drug-trafficking and organized crime in any way Mexico's government deems appropriate. Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto emphasized that the security relationship must be expanded to focus on trade and commerce.
Acknowledging uncertainty ahead, President Barack Obama said Thursday the U.S. will cooperate with Mexico in fighting drug-trafficking and organized crime in any way Mexico's government deems appropriate. Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto emphasized that the security relationship must be expanded to focus on trade and commerce.
Thursday, May 2 2013 6:17 PM EDT2013-05-02 22:17:31 GMT
District of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray has introduced a bill that would allow people living in the country illegally to get driver's licenses in the nation's capital.
District of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray has introduced a bill that would allow people living in the country illegally to get driver's licenses in the nation's capital.
Tuesday, April 30 2013 4:50 PM EDT2013-04-30 20:50:12 GMT
Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell (R) stated flatly Tuesday that Star Scientific got "no special benefits" during his term as governor. The CEO of that Virginia-based company has lavished gifts on McDonnell family members, and, under current Virginia law, those gifts did not have to be disclosed.
Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell (R) stated flatly Tuesday that Star Scientific got "no special benefits" during his term as governor. The CEO of that Virginia-based company has lavished gifts on McDonnell family members, and, under current Virginia law, those gifts did not have to be disclosed.
Tuesday, April 30 2013 4:04 PM EDT2013-04-30 20:04:37 GMT
President Barack Obama strongly suggested Tuesday he'd consider military action against Syria if it can be confirmed that President Bashar Assad's government used chemical weapons in the two-year-old civil war.
President Barack Obama strongly suggested Tuesday he'd consider military action against Syria if it can be confirmed that President Bashar Assad's government used chemical weapons in the two-year-old civil war.
Monday, April 29 2013 9:14 PM EDT2013-04-30 01:14:15 GMT
A groundbreaking pronouncement from NBA veteran Jason Collins -- "I'm gay" -- reverberated Monday through Washington, generating accolades from lawmakers on Twitter and a supportive phone call from President Barack Obama.
A groundbreaking pronouncement from NBA veteran Jason Collins -- "I'm gay" -- reverberated Monday through Washington, generating accolades from lawmakers on Twitter and a supportive phone call from President Barack Obama.
Friday, April 26 2013 10:09 PM EDT2013-04-27 02:09:00 GMT
Many people across the area are talking about comments made Thursday by Florida Congressman John Mica. Just days after D.C voters went to the polls to approve a ballot measure to give D.C. leaders control of their own budget, Mica gave an interview to FOX 5 that some considered insulting and disrespectful.
Many people across the area are talking about comments made Thursday by Florida Congressman John Mica. Just days after D.C voters went to the polls to approve a ballot measure to give D.C. leaders control of their own budget, Mica gave an interview to FOX 5 that some considered insulting and disrespectful.
Thursday, April 25 2013 6:38 PM EDT2013-04-25 22:38:11 GMT
It has been just days since D.C. voters went to the polls to approve a ballot measure to give D.C. leaders control of their own budget. But some comments from a Republican Congressman who sits on the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform are being called insulting.
It has been just days since D.C. voters went to the polls to approve a ballot measure to give D.C. leaders control of their own budget. But some comments from a Republican Congressman who sits on the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform are being called insulting.
Thursday, April 25 2013 3:43 PM EDT2013-04-25 19:43:52 GMT
Presidents past and present lionized one of their own Thursday, putting politics aside as President George W. Bush dedicated the library that documents his place in history. President Barack Obama praised his predecessor's strength and resolve after Sept. 11, calling Bush a "good man" who faced the storm head on.
Presidents past and present lionized one of their own Thursday, putting politics aside as President George W. Bush dedicated the library that documents his place in history. President Barack Obama praised his predecessor's strength and resolve after Sept. 11, calling Bush a "good man" who faced the storm head on.
Wednesday, April 24 2013 10:35 PM EDT2013-04-25 02:35:36 GMT
Under growing pressure, the Obama administration signaled Wednesday it might accept legislation eliminating Federal Aviation Administration furloughs blamed for lengthy delays affecting airline passengers, while leaving the rest of $85 billion in across-the-board spending cuts in place.
Under growing pressure, the Obama administration signaled Wednesday it might accept legislation eliminating Federal Aviation Administration furloughs blamed for lengthy delays affecting airline passengers, while leaving the rest of $85 billion in across-the-board spending cuts in place.
Tuesday, April 23 2013 4:23 PM EDT2013-04-23 20:23:28 GMT
Tax-free shopping on the Internet could be in jeopardy under a bill making its way through the Senate. The bill would empower states to require online retailers to collect state and local sales taxes for purchases made over the Internet. The sales taxes would be sent to the states where a shopper lives.
Tax-free shopping on the Internet could be in jeopardy under a bill making its way through the Senate. The bill would empower states to require online retailers to collect state and local sales taxes for purchases made over the Internet. The sales taxes would be sent to the states where a shopper lives.
Thursday, April 18 2013 11:43 PM EDT2013-04-19 03:43:29 GMT
A Maryland delegate is holding a fundraiser next month to support guns rights and his re-election efforts. A part of his event includes a raffle. If you win, you get assault style guns: an AR-15 and an AK-47.
A Maryland delegate is holding a fundraiser next month to support guns rights and his re-election efforts. A part of his event includes a raffle. If you win, you get assault style guns: an AR-15 and an AK-47.
Wednesday, April 17 2013 7:45 PM EDT2013-04-17 23:45:14 GMT
A visibly infuriated President Barack Obama surrounded himself with tear-stained parents of Connecticut school shooting victims Wednesday after the Senate voted down a measure designed to keep guns out of the hands of criminals and declared it a "pretty shameful day for Washington."
A visibly infuriated President Barack Obama surrounded himself with tear-stained parents of Connecticut school shooting victims Wednesday after the Senate voted down a measure designed to keep guns out of the hands of criminals and declared it a "pretty shameful day for Washington."
Tuesday, April 16 2013 10:58 PM EDT2013-04-17 02:58:12 GMT
An envelope addressed to Sen. Roger Wicker of Mississippi twice tested positive Tuesday for ricin, a potentially fatal poison, congressional officials said, heightening concerns about terrorism a day after a bombing killed three and left more than 170 injured at the Boston Marathon.
An envelope addressed to Sen. Roger Wicker of Mississippi twice tested positive Tuesday for ricin, a potentially fatal poison, congressional officials said, heightening concerns about terrorism a day after a bombing killed three and left more than 170 injured at the Boston Marathon.
Thursday, April 11 2013 12:31 AM EDT2013-04-11 04:31:03 GMT
Tens of thousands of immigrants and activists rallied nationwide Wednesday in a coordinated set of protests aimed at pressing Congress to approve immigration measures that would grant 11 million immigrants living here illegally a path toward citizenship.
Tens of thousands of immigrants and activists rallied nationwide Wednesday in a coordinated set of protests aimed at pressing Congress to approve immigration measures that would grant 11 million immigrants living here illegally a path toward citizenship.
Wednesday, April 10 2013 6:22 PM EDT2013-04-10 22:22:38 GMT
Conservative senators from both parties announced their support for expanding background checks for gun buyers Wednesday, giving a burst of momentum to supporters of stronger restrictions. But big questions remain about whether President Barack Obama can push significant gun controls through Congress.
Conservative senators from both parties announced their support for expanding background checks for gun buyers Wednesday, giving a burst of momentum to supporters of stronger restrictions. But big questions remain about whether President Barack Obama can push significant gun controls through Congress.
Wednesday, April 10 2013 4:12 PM EDT2013-04-10 20:12:06 GMT
President Barack Obama's budget proposal includes a legislative provision that would give the District of Columbia greater control over its municipal budget.
President Barack Obama's budget proposal includes a legislative provision that would give the District of Columbia greater control over its municipal budget.
Tuesday, April 9 2013 9:25 PM EDT2013-04-10 01:25:40 GMT
The Senate's top Democrat has set Congress' first showdown vote for Thursday on President Barack Obama's gun control drive as a small but mounting number of Republicans appear willing to buck a conservative effort to prevent debate from even beginning.
The Senate's top Democrat has set Congress' first showdown vote for Thursday on President Barack Obama's gun control drive as a small but mounting number of Republicans appear willing to buck a conservative effort to prevent debate from even beginning.
Monday, April 8 2013 12:49 PM EDT2013-04-08 16:49:06 GMT
Family members of the six adults killed in the Newtown, Conn., school shooting gathered at the White House Friday as President Barack Obama bestowed the nation's second-highest civilian honor on their fallen relatives.
Family members of the six adults killed in the Newtown, Conn., school shooting gathered at the White House Friday as President Barack Obama bestowed the nation's second-highest civilian honor on their fallen relatives.
Friday, April 5 2013 12:20 PM EDT2013-04-05 16:20:36 GMT
At the last stop of his California fundraising swing Thursday, Obama couldn’t help but take notice of California Attorney General Kamala Harris — and not just for her legislative work. “She’s brilliant and she’s dedicated, she’s tough,” Obama said according to a pool report of the event. “She also happens to be, by far, the best looking attorney general …. It’s true! C’mon.”
At the last stop of his California fundraising swing Thursday, Obama couldn’t help but take notice of California Attorney General Kamala Harris — and not just for her legislative work. “She’s brilliant and she’s dedicated, she’s tough,” Obama said according to a pool report of the event. “She also happens to be, by far, the best looking attorney general …. It’s true! C’mon.”
Tuesday, April 2 2013 3:28 PM EDT2013-04-02 19:28:56 GMT
While Maryland lawmakers will have plenty to do in the last week of the state's legislative session, most of the high-profile measures backed by Gov. Martin O'Malley already have been approved by the General Assembly.
While Maryland lawmakers will have plenty to do in the last week of the state's legislative session, most of the high-profile measures backed by Gov. Martin O'Malley already have been approved by the General Assembly.
Friday, March 29 2013 3:36 PM EDT2013-03-29 19:36:34 GMT
A District of Columbia community group has sued the city in an attempt to stop the planned closure of 15 public schools, closures the group says will disproportionately affect minority, special education and low-income students.
A District of Columbia community group has sued the city in an attempt to stop the planned closure of 15 public schools, closures the group says will disproportionately affect minority, special education and low-income students.
Thursday, March 28 2013 3:03 PM EDT2013-03-28 19:03:02 GMT
District of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray is proposing a $10.1 billion budget that includes new spending on affordable housing, libraries and police and fire department vehicles.
District of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray is proposing a $10.1 billion budget that includes new spending on affordable housing, libraries and police and fire department vehicles.
Thursday, March 28 2013 7:14 AM EDT2013-03-28 11:14:31 GMT
Working for the federal government traditionally meant a trade off: lower salaries but high job security. Today, salaries are high and so is job security.
Working for the federal government traditionally meant a trade off: lower salaries but high job security. Today, salaries are high and so is job security.
Wednesday, March 27 2013 6:27 PM EDT2013-03-27 22:27:01 GMT
It's another battle in the highly charged debate over abortion. This time, Virginia's governor has submitted an amendment to a bill before the Virginia General Assembly. It would not allow health insurance providers to pay for abortion coverage under the new health insurance exchanges being required under President Barack Obama's Affordable Care Act.
It's another battle in the highly charged debate over abortion. This time, Virginia's governor has submitted an amendment to a bill before the Virginia General Assembly. It would not allow health insurance providers to pay for abortion coverage under the new health insurance exchanges being required under President Barack Obama's Affordable Care Act.
Thursday, March 21 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-03-21 21:17:19 GMT
Insisting "peace is possible," President Barack Obama on Thursday prodded both Israelis and Palestinians to return to long-stalled negotiations with few, if any, pre-conditions, softening his earlier demands that Israel stop building settlements in disputed territory.
Insisting "peace is possible," President Barack Obama on Thursday prodded both Israelis and Palestinians to return to long-stalled negotiations with few, if any, pre-conditions, softening his earlier demands that Israel stop building settlements in disputed territory.
Tuesday, March 19 2013 1:16 PM EDT2013-03-19 17:16:47 GMT
The White House says that though tours of the White House have been halted because of cuts in government spending, the popular Easter Egg roll on the grounds of the presidential mansion is still expected to proceed as planned on April 1.
The White House says that though tours of the White House have been halted because of cuts in government spending, the popular Easter Egg roll on the grounds of the presidential mansion is still expected to proceed as planned on April 1.
Friday, March 15 2013 4:54 PM EDT2013-03-15 20:54:37 GMT
Mitt Romney speaks at CPAC
Mitt Romney has told conservative activists gathered near Washington that he's sorry he won't be their president -- but he's still promising to work "shoulder-to-shoulder" alongside them.
Mitt Romney has told conservative activists gathered near Washington that he's sorry he won't be their president -- but he's still promising to work "shoulder-to-shoulder" alongside them.
Thursday, March 14 2013 7:36 PM EDT2013-03-14 23:36:03 GMT
Former Anne Arundel County Executive John Leopold was taken away to jail Thursday afternoon. Leopold was sentenced to 30 days in the county detention center. He will also serve another 30 days of home detention and face a heavy fine.
Former Anne Arundel County Executive John Leopold was taken away to jail Thursday afternoon. Leopold was sentenced to 30 days in the county detention center. He will also serve another 30 days of home detention and face a heavy fine.
Thursday, March 14 2013 10:48 AM EDT2013-03-14 14:48:34 GMT
The Republican Party's most prominent voices, including potential presidential candidates, will join thousands of conservatives and Tea Party activists this week outside Washington.
The Republican Party's most prominent voices, including potential presidential candidates, will join thousands of conservatives and Tea Party activists this week outside Washington to discuss the future of the party after it was dealt a presidential election loss in November.
Monday, March 11 2013 2:57 PM EDT2013-03-11 18:57:30 GMT
Ashley Judd has yet to officially announce her political aspirations, but a source with intimate knowledge of the situation tells FOX411's Pop Tarts column the actress is preparing herself to challenge
Ashley Judd has yet to officially announce her political aspirations, but a source with intimate knowledge of the situation tells FOX411's Pop Tarts column the actress is preparing herself to challenge Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell for his Kentucky seat in 2014.
Monday, January 21 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-01-22 03:30:54 GMT
Turning the page on years of war and recession, President Barack Obama summoned a divided nation Monday to act with "passion and dedication" to broaden equality and prosperity at home.
Turning the page on years of war and recession, President Barack Obama summoned a divided nation Monday to act with "passion and dedication" to broaden equality and prosperity at home, nurture democracy around the world and combat global warming as he embarked on a second term before a vast and cheering crowd that spilled down the historic National Mall.
Monday, January 21 2013 10:00 PM EST2013-01-22 03:00:19 GMT
The hundreds of thousands of spectators at President Barack Obama's second inauguration Monday encountered strict security screening, slow-moving lines at checkpoints and a packed National Mall.
The hundreds of thousands of spectators at President Barack Obama's second inauguration Monday encountered strict security screening, slow-moving lines at checkpoints and a packed National Mall.
Monday, January 21 2013 8:46 PM EST2013-01-22 01:46:48 GMT
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama on Monday emerged twice from their limousine to respond to wildly cheering crowds along the inaugural parade route from Capitol Hill to the White House.
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama on Monday emerged twice from their limousine to respond to wildly cheering crowds along the inaugural parade route from Capitol Hill to the White House.
Monday, January 21 2013 3:23 PM EST2013-01-21 20:23:10 GMT
President Barack Obama has told lawmakers he's confident they can act together to make a difference for the country's children, "and our children's children."
President Barack Obama has told lawmakers he's confident they can act together to make a difference for the country's children, "and our children's children."
Tuesday, January 15 2013 10:21 PM EST2013-01-16 03:21:38 GMT
President Barack Obama's limousine will soon carry the District of Columbia's "Taxation Without Representation" license plate, a subtle, but some say important, protest over the city's lack of a voting member in Congress
President Barack Obama's limousine will soon carry the District of Columbia's "Taxation Without Representation" license plate, a subtle, but some say important, protest over the city's lack of a voting member in Congress.
President Barack Obama's nominee for secretary of commerce is facing scrutiny in the Senate for her ties to a subprime mortgage lender that failed in 2001 and as a beneficiary of family offshore trusts in the...
President Barack Obama's nominee for secretary of commerce is facing scrutiny in the Senate for her ties to a subprime mortgage lender that failed in 2001 and as a beneficiary of family offshore trusts in the Bahamas.
House lawmakers are ready to pass legislation that links student loan rates to the financial markets in spite of a veto threat from President Barack Obama.
The U.S. House says student loans' interest rates should be pegged to the financial markets.
The United States and Israel are raising hopes for a restart of the Middle East peace process after more than four years of hardly any talks.
The United States and Israel raised hopes Thursday for a restart of the Middle East peace process, despite little tangible progress so far from U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry's two-month-old effort to get Israelis...
Amid lingering concerns about his national security policies, President Barack Obama is outlining measures to clarify the deadly use of drones against terror suspects.
President Barack Obama is set to at least partially bring out into the open some of the U.S.-directed drone program, a key component of counterterrorism strategy, as he outlines the contours of the continuing threat to...
The trial of a Canadian businessman caught up in a corruption probe in Cuba is apparently under way nearly two years after he was detained.
A Canadian businessman caught up in a corruption probe in Cuba apparently went on trial Thursday, nearly two years after he was detained and his import company, Tri-Star Caribbean, was shuttered.
Three days of congressional hearings about the Internal Revenue Service's targeting of conservative political groups have lawmakers looking for ways to widen an investigation that has so far been largely...
Three days of congressional hearings about the Internal Revenue Service's targeting of conservative political groups have lawmakers looking for ways to widen an investigation that has so far been largely contained within...
Contraception coverage by for-profit companies faces a prominent test in Denver.
In the most prominent challenge of its kind, Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. is asking a federal appeals court Thursday for an exemption from part of the federal health care law that requires it to offer employees health coverage...
