FBI worries of insider attack at Biden's inauguration, vets Guard troops
U.S. defense officials say they are worried about an insider attack or other threat from service members involved in securing President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, prompting the FBI to vet all of the 25,000 National Guard troops coming into Washington for the event.
U.S. defense officials say they are worried about an insider attack or other threat from service members involved in securing President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, prompting the FBI to vet all of the 25,000 National Guard troops coming into Washington for the event.
Schumer, Gillibrand promise billions in relief for NY under Biden
Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand say that New York can expect over $50B in relief funds as part of President-elect Joe Biden's economic relief plan.
Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand say that New York can expect over $50B in relief funds as part of President-elect Joe Biden's economic relief plan.
What time is the inauguration? Answers to your questions about Inauguration Day 2021
While lots of details are still to be worked out, due to the pandemic and heightened Capitol security, this Jan. 20 is sure to be more subdued than prior inauguration days.
While lots of details are still to be worked out, due to the pandemic and heightened Capitol security, this Jan. 20 is sure to be more subdued than prior inauguration days.
'It breaks my heart': States and US Capitol prepare for potentially violent week
Some capitols are closed, fences are up and extra police are in place at statehouses across the U.S. as authorities brace for potentially violent demonstrations over the coming days.
Some capitols are closed, fences are up and extra police are in place at statehouses across the U.S. as authorities brace for potentially violent demonstrations over the coming days.
Biden aims to legalize millions of immigrants as a priority
President-elect Joe Biden’s decision to immediately ask Congress to offer legal status to an estimated 11 million people in the country has surprised advocates given how the issue has long divided Democrats and Republicans, even within their own parties.
President-elect Joe Biden’s decision to immediately ask Congress to offer legal status to an estimated 11 million people in the country has surprised advocates given how the issue has long divided Democrats and Republicans, even within their own parties.
‘United We Serve’: Biden-Harris team celebrating MLK Day with evening of music, speakers
The MLK National Day of Service will be followed by an hour-long event Monday evening filled with music and inspiring speakers, planned by the Presidential Inaugural Committee.
The MLK National Day of Service will be followed by an hour-long event Monday evening filled with music and inspiring speakers, planned by the Presidential Inaugural Committee.
Trump's approval rating hits all-time low following US Capitol riot
According to a Pew Research poll, the president's approval has plunged below 30%. His approval among Republicans has dropped by 17% since August.
According to a Pew Research poll, the president's approval has plunged below 30%. His approval among Republicans has dropped by 17% since August.
McConnell calls pending Trump trial 'vote of conscience'
Sen. McConnell continues to hold great sway in his party, even though convening the trial could be among his last acts as majority leader.
Sen. McConnell continues to hold great sway in his party, even though convening the trial could be among his last acts as majority leader.
Inauguration Day 2021: Extra COVID-19 cleaning at White House reportedly costing nearly $500K
Inaugural cleanings at the White House are standard procedure, but this year’s reportedly takes on an elevated importance - and cost - amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Inaugural cleanings at the White House are standard procedure, but this year’s reportedly takes on an elevated importance - and cost - amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bill Gates becomes top US farmland owner
Microsoft founder Bill Gates is now the owner of the most farmland in the United States, according to Land Report.
Microsoft founder Bill Gates is now the owner of the most farmland in the United States, according to Land Report.
Who is Joe Biden? Answers to your questions about the incoming 46th President of the United States
Joe Biden topped Google’s most-searched list in 2020, with searchers curious about a variety of facts including his age, height, how he makes his money and even info about his two dogs.
Joe Biden topped Google’s most-searched list in 2020, with searchers curious about a variety of facts including his age, height, how he makes his money and even info about his two dogs.
Man put to death in Trump administration's 13th and final federal execution
The Trump administration has carried out its 13th and final federal execution, five days before President-elect Joe Biden is sworn in.
The Trump administration has carried out its 13th and final federal execution, five days before President-elect Joe Biden is sworn in.
Biden may have to leave his Peloton in Delaware when he moves into the White House: report
Biden starts every day before 8 a.m. at his home gym in Delaware, where he uses his Peloton, a treadmill and weights, the New York Times reported last year.
Biden starts every day before 8 a.m. at his home gym in Delaware, where he uses his Peloton, a treadmill and weights, the New York Times reported last year.
HHS Sec. Alex Azar resigns, condemns Capitol riots
Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar is condemning the assault on the U.S. Capitol in his formal letter of resignation.
Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar is condemning the assault on the U.S. Capitol in his formal letter of resignation.
Vice President Mike Pence offers congratulations in call to VP-elect Kamala Harris
Vice President Mike Pence has called his soon-to-be successor Kamala Harris to offer his congratulations, according to two people familiar with the conversation.
Vice President Mike Pence has called his soon-to-be successor Kamala Harris to offer his congratulations, according to two people familiar with the conversation.
De Blasio says NYC will run out of vaccine next week, Cuomo blames feds
Mayor Bill de Blasio says the COVID vaccine allotment is on the verge of running out by next week.
Mayor Bill de Blasio says the COVID vaccine allotment is on the verge of running out by next week.
'American Rescue Plan': Here's what's in Biden's COVID-19 relief plan
President-elect Joe Biden is proposing a $1.9 trillion plan to expand coronavirus vaccinations, help individuals and jump-start the economy.
President-elect Joe Biden is proposing a $1.9 trillion plan to expand coronavirus vaccinations, help individuals and jump-start the economy.
Biden aims to vaccinate 100M people in 100 days through FEMA-run mass vaccination sites
Dr. David Kessler, who will have the title of chief science officer of COVID response, headed the FDA in the 1990s under presidents of both political parties.
Dr. David Kessler, who will have the title of chief science officer of COVID response, headed the FDA in the 1990s under presidents of both political parties.
Andrew Yang calls for universal basic income in New York City
Former 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang has officially started his run to succeed Bill de Blasio as Mayor of New York City.
Former 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang has officially started his run to succeed Bill de Blasio as Mayor of New York City.
Harvard students want to revoke Trump supporters' diplomas
Students at Harvard University are reportedly circulating a petition that specifically targets several high-profile Trump supporters.
Students at Harvard University are reportedly circulating a petition that specifically targets several high-profile Trump supporters.