Trump nominates RFK Jr. for health secretary
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ran as an independent in this year’s presidential race, abandoned his bid after striking a deal to give Donald Trump his endorsement with a promise to have a role in health policy in the administration.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ran as an independent in this year’s presidential race, abandoned his bid after striking a deal to give Donald Trump his endorsement with a promise to have a role in health policy in the administration.
What is a shadow cabinet and how would it work in the US?
Shadow cabinets are the standard in the UK and Canada, but could it work in the United States?
Shadow cabinets are the standard in the UK and Canada, but could it work in the United States?
Social Security Fairness Act: Bill to raise benefits for some passes House
A Social Security-related bill with bipartisan support would expand benefits for workers who are also eligible for other pensions.
A Social Security-related bill with bipartisan support would expand benefits for workers who are also eligible for other pensions.
Republicans gain control of presidency, House and Senate
With Republicans now holding full control of the government, they have a clear path to pursue major immigration reforms, tax cuts, and judicial appointments, all aligned with President-elect Donald Trump's agenda.
With Republicans now holding full control of the government, they have a clear path to pursue major immigration reforms, tax cuts, and judicial appointments, all aligned with President-elect Donald Trump's agenda.
Here’s the last time the GOP controlled Senate, House and presidency
The last time they had power, the GOP passed a number of key pieces of legislation and helped reshape the Supreme Court.
The last time they had power, the GOP passed a number of key pieces of legislation and helped reshape the Supreme Court.
House balance of power: GOP keeps majority
Republicans will have full control of Congress and the White House, giving them their best shot yet to make big moves on immigration and tax cuts.
Republicans will have full control of Congress and the White House, giving them their best shot yet to make big moves on immigration and tax cuts.
Rep. Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress amid Trump nomination
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz's resignation effectively ends an ethics probe into allegations of sex trafficking against him launched by the Justice Department.
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz's resignation effectively ends an ethics probe into allegations of sex trafficking against him launched by the Justice Department.
Rep. Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress after Donald Trump nominates him for Attorney General
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz has resigned from Congress, hours after President-elect Donald Trump announced he would be nominated for Attorney General.
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz has resigned from Congress, hours after President-elect Donald Trump announced he would be nominated for Attorney General.
Texas committee looks at link between bad nutrition and chronic disease
State senators met to talk about ways to increase nutrition and decrease chronic health problems.
State senators met to talk about ways to increase nutrition and decrease chronic health problems.
WATCH: US Congress holds UFO hearing
Congress is holding a hearing on Wednesday to discuss “Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena" – also known as UFOs.
Congress is holding a hearing on Wednesday to discuss “Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena" – also known as UFOs.
Trump calls to 'disband' the Department of Education
President-elect Donald Trump repeatedly mentioned "disbanding" and "de-powering" the Department of Education during his campaign. What does that mean for you?
President-elect Donald Trump repeatedly mentioned "disbanding" and "de-powering" the Department of Education during his campaign. What does that mean for you?
Trump picks Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State
Florida's senior senator is getting a promotion. President-elect Donald Trump nominated Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State.
Florida's senior senator is getting a promotion. President-elect Donald Trump nominated Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State.
Biden, Trump meet at the White House for transition talks
Before he comes back for good on Inauguration Day, Donald Trump returned to the White House briefly at the invitation of President Joe Biden.
Before he comes back for good on Inauguration Day, Donald Trump returned to the White House briefly at the invitation of President Joe Biden.
Doctors say birth control, abortion pill requests have surged since election
Doctors saw a similar spike in birth control requests after Donald Trump was elected in 2016, “but the patients seem more afraid this time."
Doctors saw a similar spike in birth control requests after Donald Trump was elected in 2016, “but the patients seem more afraid this time."
Tariffs, Courts & Cabinet Pick
As Donald Trump and Joe Biden meet in a historic Oval Office encounter, Battleground examines the key policies that will shape Trump's second term. From controversial tariff plans that could impact consumer prices to potential Supreme Court nominations that could reshape the judiciary for decades, S.E. Cupp explores what's ahead. Plus, breaking news on major cabinet appointments including Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary and the surprising new roles for Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy in a reimagined feder
As Donald Trump and Joe Biden meet in a historic Oval Office encounter, Battleground examines the key policies that will shape Trump's second term. From controversial tariff plans that could impact consumer prices to potential Supreme Court nominations that could reshape the judiciary for decades, S.E. Cupp explores what's ahead. Plus, breaking news on major cabinet appointments including Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary and the surprising new roles for Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy in a reimagined feder
Trump cabinet selections: See the latest nominations
President-elect Donald Trump has announced several picks for key roles in his second administration.
President-elect Donald Trump has announced several picks for key roles in his second administration.
Sen. John Thune becomes next Senate majority leader
Sen. John Thune of South Dakota is the new majority leader. He'll replace longtime GOP leader Mitch McConnell, who is stepping aside from the job after nearly two decades.
Sen. John Thune of South Dakota is the new majority leader. He'll replace longtime GOP leader Mitch McConnell, who is stepping aside from the job after nearly two decades.
Pete Hegseth for defense secretary: Trump nomination catches DC off guard
Pete Hegseth’s nomination as defense secretary stunned much of the Pentagon and Washington, D.C. as Trump passed on established national security heavy-hitters.
Pete Hegseth’s nomination as defense secretary stunned much of the Pentagon and Washington, D.C. as Trump passed on established national security heavy-hitters.
How does Pete Hegseth's experience compare to previous defense secretaries?
The nomination of Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense secretary has left many wondering how his experience compares to people who have previously served.
The nomination of Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense secretary has left many wondering how his experience compares to people who have previously served.
Senate Republicans vote for new leader: Ted Cruz not voting for John Cornyn
U.S. Senate Republicans are voting for a new leader and Sen. Ted Cruz has announced he will not be voting for fellow Texan, Sen. John Cornyn.
U.S. Senate Republicans are voting for a new leader and Sen. Ted Cruz has announced he will not be voting for fellow Texan, Sen. John Cornyn.