McConnell returns to the Senate for the first time since his June hospitalization
The 94-year-old senator has not been to the U.S. Capitol since June 14, when he was hospitalized for a fall in his home.
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DHS voter probe may break state laws and wrongly implicate US citizens, whistleblower alleges
The anonymous, nearly 30-page disclosure was published Monday by Democratic Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York and Democratic Sen. Alex Padilla of California.
Supreme Court rejects Trump mail ballot restrictions for now ahead of midterms
The decision allows states to continue sending ballots under existing processes used by nearly one-third of voters.
US watchdog tallies Iran war’s hit to weapons stockpiles, military bases and more
Monday’s report acknowledges the military’s advanced weapons shortfalls and offers a first public look at the damage to American aircraft, bases and diplomatic outposts in the Middle East.
Trump nominates wife of ‘God Bless the USA’ singer Lee Greenwood to serve as US ambassador
Kimberly Greenwood was among a list of nominees the Trump administration sent Monday to the U.S. Senate for confirmation.
Florida Everglades detainees were held in small metal cages, federal report says
The report called it a practice that “does not meet standards for humane treatment.”
Supreme Court to decide whether to hear Maine lobsterman’s challenge to GPS boat tracker requirement
The case could have broad consequences for the American commercial fishing industry.
Protect College Sports Act gets renewed push and fresh opposition as college football returns
Proponents of the Protect College Sports Act are pushing to pass the legislation through the Senate before the chamber breaks in the coming weeks.
States, cities sue over Trump rule seeking to deny green cards to immigrants using public benefits
Democratic-led states and cities are challenging a federal rule they say gives President Donald Trump’s administration broad discretion to deny green cards to immigrants who use food stamps and other public benefits.
Donald Trump Jr.’s wedding celebration was partially funded by Russian oligarch, the couple confirms
Donald Trump Jr.’s new wife, Bettina, is confirming that her May wedding weekend celebration was partially funded by a man with close ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin.