Georgia election officials investigate Trump call

Georgia’s secretary of state’s office on Monday opened an investigation into a phone call between Donald Trump and the state’s top elections official in which the then-president said he wanted to "find" enough votes to overturn his loss in the state, an official said.

Pelosi denounces GOP leaders over Georgia lawmaker’s posts

Speaker Nancy Pelosi intensified pressure Thursday on House Republican leaders for their handling of a controversial GOP freshman, denouncing them for placing a lawmaker who Pelosi says has "mocked the killing of little children" on the chamber’s education committee.

Terrorism alert warns of politically motivated violence following election

The Department of Homeland Security issued a national terrorism bulletin Wednesday warning of the potential for lingering violence from people motivated by anti-government sentiment after President Joe Biden's election, suggesting the Jan. 6 riot at the Capitol may embolden extremists and set the stage for additional attacks.

Georgia lawmaker removed from House Chamber after refusing COVID-19 test

Speaker David Ralston ordered Rep. David Clark removed from the House by law enforcement, saying that he refused to follow testing requirements.

Janet Yellen wins Senate approval to become 1st female Treasury secretary

Janet Yellen has been confirmed as Biden’s treasury secretary in an overwhelming Senate vote, the first woman to hold the job in the department's 232-year history.

Dominion files $1.3B defamation lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani over 'demonstrably false' election claims

Dominion Voting Systems filed a defamation lawsuit against Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani for allegations that the company rigged the presidential election for Joe Biden. Officials said there was no evidence of widespread fraud.

Texas Senate Redistricting Committee starting public hearings

Texas Senate Redistricting Committee seeks public input on the upcoming redistricting process. Public hearings will be conducted via Zoom videoconference beginning on January 25.

Senate confirms Austin as US’ first Black secretary of defense

With minimal objection, the Senate voted 93-2 in favor of confirming retired Gen. Lloyd Austin as secretary of defense.

Senate OKs waiver allowing Biden's secretary of defense pick, Gen. Lloyd Austin, to serve in role

The Democratic-controlled Congress easily passed legislation Thursday required to confirm retired Gen. Lloyd Austin as President Joe Biden’s secretary of defense, brushing aside concerns that his retirement occurred inside the seven-year window that safeguards civilian leadership of the military.

Inauguration Day 2021: Lady Gaga, J. Lo, Garth Brooks headline Biden-Harris ceremony

A slew of glittery celebrities is descending on Washington — virtually or in person — to welcome the new administration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.

With photo of late son Beau behind him, President Joe Biden begins work at White House

With Beau's photo behind him, Biden began his term signing 17 executive orders on Wednesday — and it is likely that Beau's legacy will continue to be an influence on the president's decisions over the next four years.

‘American aspiration’: Vice President Kamala Harris addresses nation after making history

Kamala Harris made history on Wednesday, becoming the country's first Black, first Asian and first female second-in-command, after being inaugurated alongside President Joe Biden.

Inauguration Day 2021: Everything you need to know

The inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris is set to be a historic one with the COVID-19 pandemic and threats to the Capitol playing a vital role in the preparation. 

Inauguration Day 2021: Garth Brooks to perform at Biden-Harris ceremony

Country superstar Garth Brooks will perform during the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris during a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday.

Actions by GOP attorneys general could damage credibility in courts

Some legal experts think the overt political involvement by the GOP AGs could have a lasting effect on how judges view actions from their offices.

Second Amendment demonstration at Texas State Capitol despite closure

Demonstrators at the Texas State Capitol, most of them with the "boogaloo" movement, said they came to advocate for Second Amendment rights.

Who is Kamala Harris? Answers to your questions about the vice president-elect

As Vice President-elect Kamala Harris reaches the culmination of her historic path to the White House, here are some of the most-asked questions about the former California senator.

Mike Pence calls Kamala Harris to offer congratulations on election

Vice President Mike Pence has called his soon-to-be successor Kamala Harris to offer his congratulations, according to two people familiar with the conversation.