Names of Rep. Santos’ Bond Cosigners to Stay Secret as Appeal Considered

Names of Rep. Santos’ Bond Cosigners to Stay Secret as Appeal Considered

A federal magistrate ruled Tuesday to make public the names of the cosigners on indicted Rep. George Santos’ $500,000 release bond, but the information can stay secret pending appeal.

Pence to Launch his GOP Presidential Campaign Wednesday in Iowa

Pence to Launch his GOP Presidential Campaign Wednesday in Iowa

Mike Pence is staking his presidential hopes on Iowa as he launches a campaign for the Republican nomination for president Wednesday in Des Moines.

White House Launches Infrastructure Site as Biden Pushes Policy Wins

White House Launches Infrastructure Site as Biden Pushes Policy Wins

The White House on Tuesday is launching a website to help the public track infrastructure projects and manufacturing investments, an effort by the administration to show the impact of its policies on the U.S. economy.

Biden Signs Debt Ceiling Bill that Pulls US Away From Risk of Default

Biden Signs Debt Ceiling Bill that Pulls US Away From Risk of Default

With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden signed legislation on Saturday that lifts the U.S. debt ceiling, preventing a default on the federal government’s debt.

Biden Speaks On Debt Ceiling Deal, Expected to Sign Bill Saturday

Biden Speaks On Debt Ceiling Deal, Expected to Sign Bill Saturday

President Joe Biden is expected to sign legislation on Saturday to raise the federal debt ceiling, mere days before the U.S. Treasury warned the country would struggle to pay its bills.

Senate Approves Debt Ceiling Deal Avoiding Default, Bill Goes to Biden

Senate Approves Debt Ceiling Deal Avoiding Default, Bill Goes to Biden

The Senate gave final approval late Thursday to a bipartisan debt ceiling and budget cuts package, fending off a U.S. default that was looming within days.

DeSantis plays up his personal side — and swipes at Trump — during campaign blitz across Iowa

DeSantis plays up his personal side — and swipes at Trump — during campaign blitz across Iowa

Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to begin his first full day of presidential campaigning with a four-stop blitz through Iowa, trying to prioritize personally connecting with voters while proving he has the mettle to take on former President Donald Trump.

CBO Says Food Aid Rules in Debt Bill Will Cost More Than Hoped For

CBO Says Food Aid Rules in Debt Bill Will Cost More Than Hoped For

A Republican attempt to expand work requirements for federal food aid within the debt ceiling bill appears to have backfired, as SNAP spending would actually increase over the next 10 years.

Biden and McCarthy Promote Debt Ceiling Deal Ahead of House Vote

Biden and McCarthy Promote Debt Ceiling Deal Ahead of House Vote

The debt ceiling and budget package is heading toward a crucial U.S. House vote Wednesday as President Joe Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy seek support for its passage.

Debt Ceiling Deal Goes for Vote; Biden Calls Lawmakers for Support

Debt Ceiling Deal Goes for Vote; Biden Calls Lawmakers for Support

President Joe Biden says he “feels good” about the debt ceiling deal negotiated with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy as the White House and congressional leaders encourage its passage this week.

‘Agreement in Principal’ Reached in Biden-McCarthy Debt Ceiling Talks

‘Agreement in Principal’ Reached in Biden-McCarthy Debt Ceiling Talks

The House of Representatives will vote on the Biden-McCarthy debt ceiling agreement Wednesday, giving time for a Senate vote before a June 5 US default deadline.

No US Debt Deal Yet; Hurdles Include SNAP Work Requirements

No US Debt Deal Yet; Hurdles Include SNAP Work Requirements

Work requirements for federal food aid recipients have emerged as a sticking point in negotiations over the debt crisis, even as President Joe Biden said Friday that a deal is “very close.”

Texas Taking Steps to Impeach GOP Attorney General Ken Paxton

Texas Taking Steps to Impeach GOP Attorney General Ken Paxton

The Texas House of Representatives is moving toward an impeachment vote that could throw the state's Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton out of office.

Defense Secretary: F-16 Training for Ukrainian Pilots Will Launch Soon

Defense Secretary: F-16 Training for Ukrainian Pilots Will Launch Soon

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Thursday he hopes that training for Ukranian pilots on U.S.-made F-16 jets will begin within weeks.

Threat of Credit Downgrade Looms Over Debt Ceiling Talks

Threat of Credit Downgrade Looms Over Debt Ceiling Talks

The stakes are growing in a standoff regarding raising the nation's debt limit.