House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared headed for defeat before two Republicans switched their vote, delivering him a majority.

President Biden delivered remarks from the White House highlighting the 235 judges confirmed by the Senate during his single ...

Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.

When it came to protecting Mother Earth, in many respects, the late President Jimmy Carter was way ahead of his time.

Legislation granting full Social Security benefits to nearly 3 million retirees will soon get become law, advocates say.

With newfound control of both chambers of Congress, Republican leaders are touting a list of priorities that they aim to quickly address, like immigration and taxes.

One recipient, Kenneth W. David, is expected to attend the White House ceremony, while the others honored posthumously with the award will be represented by family members.

President Biden and first lady Jill Biden will meet with families and community members during their visit, the White House said.

China's Ministry of Commerce adds 28 U.S. entities to export control list to "safeguard national security and interests." ...

Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, and former Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, served as chair and vice chair of the House Jan. 6 select committee.

The threshold that allowed a single member to trigger a no-confidence vote to remove the speaker will be increased to nine members.

The Federal Vacancies Reform Act sets the rules for presidents to tap acting officials to fill vacancies throughout the ...