National Politics
Biden pardons his son Hunter despite previous pledges not to
The president had previously said he would not pardon his son or commute his sentence after his federal felony gun and tax convictions convictions.
Trump taps Kash Patel for FBI director, an ally who would aid in his effort to upend law enforcement
Trump turns to a fierce loyalist to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency
Trump’s incoming chief of staff is a former lobbyist. She’ll face a raft of special interests
There's the prospect that his second administration could face many of the same perils as his first, when there were influence-peddling scandals.
How a second Trump presidency could impact San Diego County schools
Federal funding and oversight could be slashed, both by executive action and by a Republican-led Congress.
Donald Trump Jr. says pushback against Cabinet picks proves they’re the disrupters voters wanted
Trump Jr. said father's unconventional choices for Cabinet are disruptors that voters demand.
Trump names Karoline Leavitt as youngest ever White House press secretary
The White House press secretary typically serves as the public face of the administration and historically has held daily briefings for the press corps.
Here’s how Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has promised to remake the nation’s top health agencies
The Department of Health and Human Services' reach is massive.
Speaker Johnson says Gaetz ethics report should not be released, rebuffing senators
Ethics reports have previously been released after a member’s resignation, though it is extremely rare.
Trump names Interior-designee Doug Burgum to head new White House council on energy
Burgum, in his new role, will oversee a panel that crosses all executive branch agencies involved in energy permitting, production, generation, distribution, regulation and transportation.
Trump Pentagon pick had been flagged by fellow service member as possible ‘Insider Threat’
Pete Hegseth has a tattoo that is associated with white supremacist groups, a fellow Guard member reported.
5 takeaways from Trump’s big moves: Meeting with Biden, picking Gaetz for AG
President-elect Donald Trump is sending a clear message with his lightning round of political appointments: he knows who his friends are.
Calls mount for House ethics panel to release Gaetz report
Committee’s investigation reportedly explores allegations of sexual misconduct, including with an underage girl in Florida.
Republican election sweep emboldens Trump’s tax cut dreams
The incoming Republican majorities in the House and Senate mean Trump can enact a tax bill without making concessions to Democrats.
Lower taxes, higher tariffs: What Trump’s tax plans mean for you
Taxes may not be the first thing on your mind following the presidential election, but there’s no doubt that tax policy will play a key role in the year ahead.
As Trump picks Florida men for top jobs, new political possibilities open up in the Sunshine State
Trump’s nominations of Florida politicos are triggering a cascade of political maneuvering that’s upending the state’s electoral landscape in 2026 and beyond.
Trump’s pick to lead Defense Department was accused of sexual assault in 2017
Pete Hegseth, a Fox News host who is Trump’s pick to lead the DOD, was accused of sexual assault after a speaking appearance at a Republican women’s event in Monterey, California.
Trump’s pick of Rubio as America’s top diplomat could reshape US policy in Latin America
Rubio, as the first Latino and Spanish-speaking secretary of state, is expected to devote considerable attention to what has long been referred to, disparagingly, as Washington’s backyard.
What are recess appointments and how could Trump use them to fill his Cabinet?
Recess appointments would be a significant shift in power away from the Senate.