Pence rules out invoking 25th Amendment on Trump

In a letter late Tuesday to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Pence said the mechanism should not be used “as a means of punishment or usurpation” and reserved for cases of medical or mental incapacitation.

Mayor warns NYC in danger of running out of COVID vaccine

Mayor Bill de Blasio warned Tuesday that New York City could run out of the COVID vaccine in the next two weeks.

Trump takes no responsibility for Capitol riot, says 25th Amendment is ‘zero risk’ to him

“The 25th Amendment is of zero risk to me, but will come back to haunt Joe Biden and the Biden administration,” President Donald Trump said Tuesday. “As the expression goes, be careful of what you wish for.”

NYC aims to end Trump contracts for ice rinks and golf course

New York City is looking to terminate its contracts with President Donald Trump to run two Central Park skating rinks and other facilities after a Trump-inspired mob rioted and breached the U.S. Capitol last week, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Tuesday.

Chuck Norris was not at Capitol riot, manager says

A photo of a man resembling Chuck Norris apparently with a member of the pro-Trump mob began trending online.

New Yorkers over 65 now eligible for COVID vaccination, Cuomo announces

New York again expanded the COVID-19 vaccine eligibility requirements to include anyone over the age of 65, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Tuesday.

Trump rejects blame for riot, calls rally 'totally appropriate'

With the House set to impeach, President Donald Trump is blaming Democratic congressional foes for “tremendous anger” in the country and last week's deadly attack on the Capitol by his supporters after he urged them on their way.

First Amendment expert breaks down what the protection means for social media giants

The First Amendment may be misinterpreted by some for protecting their speech in all manners, but really, it protects individuals from government censorship.

New videos of Capitol assault paint a more sinister attack

The full extent of the assault on the U.S. Capitol is coming into sharper focus, with scenes of violence so vast they are difficult to grasp. Countless smartphone videos have been emerging from the scene, and more lawmakers are recounting the chaos that was around them. 

‘America United’: President-elect Joe Biden will be joined by 3 former presidents at inauguration

President-elect Joe Biden will be joined by former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton during the upcoming inauguration on Jan. 20, underscoring unity at a time of division.

Bill Belichick rejects Trump's presidential medal offer

New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick will no longer accept President Trump’s offer to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Cuomo's 2021 agenda: vaccinations, boosting economy

Gov. Andrew Cuomo is pledging to vaccinate millions of residents and jumpstart the state's flagging economy.

Lots of police, but pro-Trump protest at San Francisco headquarters turns out to be a bust

Pro-Trump demonstrators were expected to gather at 8 a.m. outside the building on Market Street to protest the company permanently suspending President Trump's account.  But an hour into it, basically media and police were the only ones there. One man with a sign that read, "Counter Trump's Coup," stood outside a police barricade. 

Trump hits Cuba with new terrorism sanctions

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the United States has designated Cuba as a "state sponsor of terrorism."

Biden chooses veteran diplomat William Burns as CIA director

A former ambassador to Russia and Jordan, William Burns had a 33-year career at the State Department under both Republican and Democratic presidents.

US Capitol siege a more sinister attack than first appeared as videos emerge

The full extent of the assault on the U.S. Capitol is coming into sharper focus with countless smartphone videos emerging from the scene and more lawmakers recounting the chaos.

Trump faces ‘incitement of insurrection’ impeachment charge over deadly Capitol riot

A House resolution calling on Pence to invoke constitutional authority to remove Trump from office was blocked by Republicans. However, the full House is set to hold a roll call vote and it is expected to pass.