Politics

Ketanji Brown Jackson has been nominated as the next Supreme Court justice.

Biden taps Ketanji Brown Jackson as the next Supreme Court justice

Russia's invasion of Ukraine is underway. Eastern European expert, Ambassador Steven Mann says sanctions are not enough.

Former US Ambassador: “Sanctions can’t be the only response” to Russian invasion

More than a month before Russia's invasion, Americans were told to evacuate Ukraine; one professor offers insight into the changing landscape.

American professor describes his evacuation from Ukraine

A self-described "freedom convoy" group blocked roads and bridges at Canadian cities and border crossings between Canada and the United States.

What’s behind the “freedom convoy” opposing Canada’s COVID-19 mandates?

Two prosecutors in the Manhattan investigation into Donald Trump have decided to resign.

Trump criminal investigation prosecutors resign, probe’s future uncertain

Federal and local officials are preparing following reports indicating multiple trucker convoys are on their way to the Washington, D.C. region.

DC prepares for possible trucker convoys

The US has promised sanctions following the Russian government announcement that it is moving closer to what could be described as an invasion of Ukraine.

US promises sanctions as Russia moves closer to Ukraine invasion

Putin is considering backing separatist regions in Ukraine.

Putin to sign decree recognizing separatist regions in Ukraine

Report: Forensic scientists identify the people behind QAnon

Thousands of ballots have been rejected thanks to the new Texas voter ID law.

New Texas voter ID law leads to thousands of rejected primary ballots

At the annual Munich Security Conference, all eyes from NATO and the West have been on the increasing tension between Russia and Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine tensions center stage at Munich Security Conference

As Russia threatens military action against Ukraine, Secretary of State Antony Blinken made an impromptu visit to the UN.

“Imminent invasion”: Blinken visits UN to address Russian aggression

Following the Watergate scandal, Congress passed the Public Records Act, ensuring presidential materials remain intact and public.

Presidential Records Act: Tracking documents from Watergate to Mar-a-Lago

A beta version of Truth social has launched.

Beta version of Trump social media app “Truth Social” launches, 500 testing

Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) weighed in on the latest from the Durham investigation this week, prompting many to question the status of the Patriot Act.

Is the Patriot Act still in effect? Jim Jordan’s tweet triggers discussion

Despite claims of a troop withdrawal from Ukraine's borders by Russia's Defense Ministry, security experts remain skeptical that has happened.

Security experts skeptical of Russian withdrawal from Ukraine borders

Biden ordered the National Archives to hand over Trump visitor logs.

Biden orders National Archives to give Trump logs to Jan. 6 committee

Financial regulators warned the fast-evolving cryptocurrency market could be a threat due to size, structural vulnerabilities and more.

Financial Stability Board: Cryptocurrency could destabilize global markets

Stock markets surged and oil prices dropped after Russia claimed some of its troops are retreating from the Ukrainian border.

Stocks surge, oil drops as Russia claims retreat from Ukraine border

Conservatives have accused Hillary Clinton of spying on Donald Trump following a few filing from Special Counsel John Durham.

Special Counsel John Durham’s filing spurs spying allegations against Hillary Clinton

Amid tense budget negotiations, Congress will often utilize a continuing resolution to avert a government shutdown.

Continuing resolution: Congress’ way of kicking the can down the road

A judge on Monday threw out Sarah Palin's lawsuit accusing the New York Times of defamation by incorrectly linking her in an editorial.

Judge throws out Palin lawsuit against New York Times

Washington, D.C will lift its COVID-19 vaccine requirement starting Tues., Feb. 15 and scale back its mask mandate starting in March.

D.C. to lift COVID-19 vaccine and mask mandates

United States officials have warned a Russian attack on Ukraine could come "any day now," including before the end of the Olympics.

Russia-Ukraine tensions escalate, US warning attack imminent