Politics

President Biden has signed the bipartisan two-tiered short-term funding bill helping avert a government shutdown.

Biden signs short-term funding bill to avert government shutdown: The Morning Rundown, Nov. 17, 2023

A bipartisan group of senators is asking Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg for emails that may reveal what the company knew about its harms to kids.

Senators ask Mark Zuckerberg to hand over emails about harm to children

President Biden and President Xi agreed to continue dialogue regarding advanced AI systems and the safety concerns they bring.

Biden and Xi discuss AI, fentanyl, pandas amid heightened tensions

With a bipartisan vote of 87-11 Wednesday the Senate passed Speaker Mike Johnson's short-term funding bill to avert a government shutdown.

Senate passes short-term funding bill to avert government shutdown: The Morning Rundown, Nov. 16, 2023

The House of Representatives left Washington for a week-and-a-half-long recess after a failed vote to fund the government in 2024.

Americans want Congress to make a deal; House leaves for Thanksgiving

Nikki Haley was asked about the cause of the Civil War but did not mention slavery in her response, leading to criticism.

GOP candidate Nikki Haley calls for abolishing anonymity on social media

Ahead of President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping meeting, the US and China announced an agreement to address climate change.

US, China issue climate change agreement ahead of Biden-Xi meeting

Israel Defense Forces said troops are carrying out a "precise and targeted operation against Hamas in a specified area" of Al-Shifa Hospital, the largest hospital in Gaza.

IDF carries out ‘targeted operation’ in Gaza hospital: The Morning Rundown, Nov. 15, 2023

The House approved a continuing resolution to keep parts of the government funded into early 2024, but a long term solution is needed.

House passes continuing resolution to prevent gov’t shutdown. What’s next?

A proposed, bipartisan Senate resolution encourages President Biden to consider using military force if Iran escalates the Israel-Hamas war.

Senate resolution says President Biden has the authority to strike Iran

District Attorney Fani Willis has filed for an emergency seal on Donald Trump's 2020 election case after videos leaked.

Leaked video of former Trump allies’ testimony complicates Georgia election fraud trial

The Supreme Court announced Monday, Nov. 13, that it has formally adopted a new code of conduct amid scrutiny over alleged ethical lapses.

Supreme Court adopts code of conduct but has no enforcement mechanism

Tens of thousands of people are expected to rally this afternoon at the National Mall in Washington D.C. in support of Israel.

Tens of thousands expected in D.C. for pro-Israel rally: The Morning Rundown, Nov. 14, 2023

If Donald Trump wins another term, he wants to deport millions of people, end birthright citizenship and create a "fentanyl blockade."

Trump’s plans for immigration and the southern border if he gets 2nd term

House Speaker Mike Johnson wants to fund the government in two parts, lasting until Jan. 19 and Feb. 2, respectively.

House speaker wants to fund government in 2 parts to avoid shutdown

FBI is looking into whether Mayor Eric Adams pressured fire officials to sign off on a 35-story Turkish consulate despite fire-safety issues.

FBI probes NYC Mayor Adams’ pressure to open consulate for Turkish government

Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C. Speaking with Fox News on Sunday night, Nov. 12, announced that he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race.

Republican Sen. Tim Scott ends bid for president during TV interview: The Morning Rundown, Nov. 13, 2023

Maryland officials claim victory with the announcement that the new FBI headquarters will be constructed in Greenbelt, Maryland.

FBI director questions pick of Maryland site for FBI HQ, lawmakers react

Adobe is selling AI-generated images depicting scenes of war, including explosions and destroyed homes in Gaza.

Generative AI threatens 2024 elections; false Israel-Hamas images spread

Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., announced on Thursday. Nov. 9 that he will not be running for reelection in 2024

Dem. Sen. Joe Manchin not seeking reelection in 2024 opening door for GOP

The FBI is investigating after suspicious letters, some containing fentanyl, were sent to election offices.

Suspicious letters, some with fentanyl, sent to elections offices: The Morning Rundown, Nov. 10, 2023

Lawmakers on the House Judiciary Committee examined the current state of the First Amendment and several alleged free speech violations on campuses.

Lawmakers examine antisemitism, alleged free speech violations on college campuses

The House of Representatives passed a resolution to denounce a Palestinian slogan as 'antisemitic' in a 377-44-1 vote.

60 Democrats ask Biden to give Palestinians in the US protected status

Foreign policy was a large topic during the GOP presidential primary, especially looking at relations with China and data sharing.

GOP debate raises questions over Airbnb sharing user data with China