The White House is monitoring Mayorkas impeachment — but not actively working the trial

The Biden administration is heading into this week’s Senate impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas projecting confidence that the Democratic-controlled chamber will ... Read More

Trump legal woes mount as ex-tabloid chief testifies about scheme to shield old friend

The National Enquirer’s David Pecker paid out thousands to shield Donald Trump. But when it came to seamy claims from porn star Stormy Daniels, he put his foot down. Read More

Democrats expected to quickly end Mayorkas trial; ABBA, Blondie, Notorious B.I.G. honored; Whitey Herzog dies | Hot off the Wire podcast

Senate Democrats could end the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas before arguments even begin. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is expected on Wednesday to call ... Read More

TikTok may be banned in the US. Here's what happened when India did it

The hugely popular Chinese app TikTok may be forced out of the U.S., where a measure to outlaw the video-sharing app has won congressional approval and is on its way ... Read More

Is the US banning TikTok? Your key questions answered

A measure to outlaw TikTok is on its way to President Biden for his signature. So what does this mean for you, a TikTok user, or perhaps the parent of a TikTok user? Here are some key questions and ... Read More

USDA updates rules for school meals that limit added sugars, salt for the first time

Changes are coming to meals offered in public schools. Here’s what to know about the first-ever such rules for the program that serves millions of children across the U.S. Read More

Israel, Iran tensions rising; jury selection continues in Trump hush money trial; Senate ends impeachment trial | Hot off the Wire podcast

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is expected on Wednesday to call votes to dismiss two articles of impeachment against Mayorkas after senators are sworn in as jurors midday, a move that could ... Read More

Rainy weather delays military veteran home renovations

Two home renovation projects to assist local military veterans with needed upgrades were partially completed on Thursday after unexpected rainstorms prevented some of the construction to be done. Read More

D.C. Digest: Mullin voices concerns about Air Force delays and overruns

Like a lot of military hardware, the E-7 is way over schedule and way over budget, with a cost now pegged at $2.5 billion per plane. Read More

Israeli strikes on Rafah kill 22, mostly children, as US advances aid package

Israel’s war against the Islamic militant group Hamas has led to a dramatic escalation of tensions in an already volatile Middle East. Read More

Paris mayor is confident that water quality will allow Olympic swimming in the River Seine

Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo said she is confident water quality will be up to the Olympics standards this summer. She said she’ll be be swimming there, possibly alongside President Emmanuel Macron. Read More

Clark's early play in WNBA will also be Olympic tryout

Caitlin Clark will have the start of her WNBA career to show the U.S. women's basketball selection committee whether she deserves a spot on the Paris Olympic roster. Clark couldn't attend the U.S. tra ... Read More