Kamala Harris launches task force to fight online harassment, abuse

The new effort comes as the U.S. reels from shooting massacres in Texas and New York that were predated by misogynist and racist comments online.

Quinnipiac University poll shows race for Texas governor tightening

Fifty-one percent of voters think stricter gun laws would help decrease the number of mass shootings. That's up from 42 percent last year.

US sending $1 billion more in aid to Ukraine

President Joe Biden said Wednesday the U.S. will send an additional $1 billion in military aid to Ukraine, the largest single tranche of weapons and equipment since the war began.

Biden tells oil refiners: Produce more gas and diesel, fewer profits

In a draft letter to refiners, Biden said their profits have tripled during a time of war between Russia and Ukraine as Americans struggle with record-high gas prices.

Biden to visit 'pariah' Saudi Arabia and Israel next month

President Joe Biden plans to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who U.S. intelligence officials determined ordered the 2018 killing of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi. The Saudis say they look forward to welcoming Biden.

Elon Musk will speak to Twitter employees for first time at company meeting

Elon Musk will answer questions from Twitter employees amid some workers expressing concern about his purchase of the social media company.

Evidence gathered by Jan. 6 panel enough to indict Trump, committee says

Members of the panel investigating Jan. 6 say they have enough evidence to show how former President Donald Trump intensified an extraordinary scheme to overturn Joe Biden’s victory.

New Mexico wildfires, enraged residents prompt Biden visit

Evacuations have displaced thousands of residents from rural villages with Spanish-colonial roots and high poverty rates.

Ethics charges filed against Rudy Giuliani over Trump election role

Rudy Giuliani, one of Donald Trump’s primary lawyers during the then-president’s failed efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election, must now answer to professional ethics charges, the latest career slap after law license suspensions in New York and the District of Columbia.

Judge blocks Texas investigating families of trans youth

The temporary restraining order halts investigations against three families who sued, and prevents any similar investigations against members of the LGBTQ advocacy group PFLAG Inc.

Biden blames pandemic, Putin as high US inflation persists

In President Joe Biden’s estimation, the U.S. is in a strong position to overcome the worst inflation in more than 40 years. But so far, inflation just keeps getting the better of the U.S. economy and of the Biden administration.

Gov. Greg Abbott directs TEA to create new Chief of School Safety and Security position

The Chief of School Safety and Security will be a recognized expert on school security and public safety issues, an effective coordinator of multidisciplinary teams, a resource to school districts and the legislature and effective at implementing programs. 

Uvalde school shooting hearings begin at State Capitol

On Thursday, the State Capitol hearings began into the Uvalde, Texas school shooting, where 19 children and two teachers were killed.

What we know about Trump's actions as Jan. 6 insurrection unfolded

A lot is known about where former President Donald Trump was, what he said, and how he reacted on Jan. 6. A portion of Thursday's hearing will address Trump’s actions that day.

New lawsuit filed over Texas trans family investigations

Wednesday’s lawsuit in Texas was filed on behalf of families of three boys — two 16-year-olds and a 14-year-old — who have been receiving hormone therapy.

Summit of the Americas: Biden lauds democratic unity despite no-shows

President Joe Biden says democracy is an “essential ingredient” for the Western Hemisphere's future, an implicit rebuttal to leaders from around the world who boycotted the Summit of the Americas because authoritarians were not invited.