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April 28, 2024 at 10:54 AM

Top diplomat Blinken will visit the Mideast again this coming week. What can he achieve this time?

It's his seventh diplomatic mission to the region since the war in Gaza began.
April 28, 2024 at 10:54 AM
Blinken to visit the Mideast again this week. What can he achieve?
April 26, 2024 at 12:35 PM

Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with President Xi of China

Antony Blinken met with President Xi of China on Friday following a meeting with Foreign Minister Wang Yi, according to the U.S. State Department.
April 26, 2024 at 12:35 PM
Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with President Xi of China
April 25, 2024 at 12:31 AM

Biden administration sets new airline rules over refunds for canceled flights

Passengers will soon be entitled to automatic cash refunds for any flight cancellation or delays of more than three hours for domestic and six hours for international flights.
April 25, 2024 at 12:31 AM
Biden administration sets new airline rules over refunds for canceled flights
April 24, 2024 at 2:10 PM

Biden administration takes action to protect airline customers

Passengers must now get automatic cash refunds when a flight is canceled for any reason, if domestic flights are delayed by more than three hours or more than six hours for international flights.
April 24, 2024 at 2:10 PM
Biden administration takes action to protect airline customers
April 22, 2024 at 10:22 PM

Biden marks Earth Day by going after GOP, announcing $7 billion in federal solar power grants

President Joe Biden has marked Earth Day by announcing $7 billion in federal grants to provide residential solar projects serving 900,000-plus households in low- and middle-income communities
April 22, 2024 at 10:22 PM
Biden is marking Earth Day by announcing $7 billion in federal solar power grants
April 19, 2024 at 12:46 PM

US envoy to UN visits Nagasaki A-bomb museum, pays tribute to victims

The American envoy to the United Nations has called for countries armed with atomic weapons to pursue nuclear disarmament as she visited the atomic bomb museum in Nagasaki, Japan
April 19, 2024 at 12:46 PM
April 19, 2024 at 12:01 PM

Sec. Blinken gives remarks on Israel’s retaliation against Iran

The strike was in response to Iran's attack last Saturday
April 19, 2024 at 12:01 PM
Sec. Blinken gives remarks on Israel’s retaliation against Iran
April 18, 2024 at 9:48 AM

Biden administration to end sanctions waiver on Venezuelan oil

President Nicolás Maduro did not hold free and fair elections as promised.
April 18, 2024 at 9:48 AM
Biden administration to end sanctions waiver on Venezuelan oil
April 18, 2024 at 9:44 AM

Senate kills Mayorkas impeachment trial, votes both articles 'unconstitutional'

The Senate on Wednesday dismissed both impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, deeming them "unconstitutional."
April 18, 2024 at 9:44 AM
Senate kills Mayorkas impeachment trial, votes both articles 'unconstitutional'
April 18, 2024 at 2:38 AM

Biden vows to shield US steel industry by blocking Japanese merger and seeking new Chinese tariffs

President Joe Biden wants to triple U.S. tariffs on steel from China.
April 18, 2024 at 2:38 AM
Biden is seeking higher tariffs on Chinese steel as he courts union voters
April 17, 2024 at 10:01 PM

House speaker remarks after Senate kills Mayorkas impeachment effort

Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson speaks to reporters about the Senate voting to dismiss both impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
April 17, 2024 at 10:01 PM
House speaker remarks after Senate kills Mayorkas impeachment effort
April 17, 2024 at 9:36 PM

Senate votes to kill both articles of impeachment against Alejandro Mayorkas

The Senate voted to kill both articles of impeachment against Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas. ABC News' Selina Wang reports from the White House.
April 17, 2024 at 9:36 PM
Senate votes to kill both articles of impeachment against Alejandro Mayorkas
April 17, 2024 at 8:40 PM

Historic impeachment articles against Alejandro Mayorkas sent to Senate, but will there be a full trial?

Alejandro Mayorkas' articles of impeachment were officially transmitted to the Senate on Tuesday
April 17, 2024 at 8:40 PM
Historic impeachment articles against Alejandro Mayorkas sent to Senate
April 16, 2024 at 9:21 PM

Mayorkas impeachment trial: What to expect in the Senate

Impeachment proceedings against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas will head to the next stage Tuesday, when the articles are expected to be transmitted to the Senate.
April 16, 2024 at 9:21 PM
Mayorkas impeachment trial: What to expect in the Senate
April 16, 2024 at 4:40 PM

Garland defends Biden's mental fitness after special counsel Hur criticized his memory

Attorney General Merrick Garland told lawmakers on Tuesday he has "complete confidence" in Biden's mental fitness after Robert Hur called his memory poor
April 16, 2024 at 4:40 PM
Garland defends Biden's mental fitness after special counsel criticized his memory
April 15, 2024 at 7:14 PM

US to Israel: If you strike back at Iran, you'll do it alone

As Israel weighs its response to Iran’s attacks this weekend, U.S. officials are privately telling Israel that if it strikes back militarily, it will do so alone.
April 15, 2024 at 7:14 PM
US to Israel: If you strike back at Iran, you'll do it alone
April 15, 2024 at 6:46 PM

Biden administration agrees to provide $6.4 billion to Samsung for making computer chips in Texas

The Biden administration has reached an agreement to provide up to $6.4 billion in direct funding for Samsung Electronics to develop a computer chip manufacturing and research cluster in Texas
April 15, 2024 at 6:46 PM
Biden admin agrees to provide $6.4 billion to Samsung for making computer chips
April 15, 2024 at 2:26 AM

White House says US will not be part of Israeli response to Iran attack

House Republicans are hoping to push through a military aid package for Israel after they sustained a missile attack from Iran yesterday.
April 15, 2024 at 2:26 AM
White House says US will not be part of Israeli response to Iran attack
April 14, 2024 at 7:44 PM

US adversaries ‘don't just fear American power, they fear American values’: Zakaria

George Stephanopoulos interviews Fareed Zakaria on “This Week.”
April 14, 2024 at 7:44 PM
US adversaries ‘don't just fear American power, they fear American values’: Zakaria
April 14, 2024 at 7:43 PM

Biden ‘ordered US forces actively to participate in the defense of Israel’: Kirby

George Stephanopoulos interviews White House National Security Communications Adviser John Kirby on “This Week.”
April 14, 2024 at 7:43 PM
Biden ‘ordered US forces actively to participate in the defense of Israel’: Kirby
April 14, 2024 at 1:27 PM

John Kirby on Iranian strike on Israel

The top National Security Council spokesman discusses the unprecedented Iranian attacks on Israel with hundreds of missiles and drones. Plus, what this could mean for the U.S.
April 14, 2024 at 1:27 PM
John Kirby on Iranian strike on Israel
April 12, 2024 at 9:50 AM

Biden administration announces another round of loan cancellation under new repayment plan

The Biden administration is canceling student loans for another 206,000 borrowers as part of a new repayment plan that offers a faster route to forgiveness
April 12, 2024 at 9:50 AM
Biden administration announces another round of student loan cancellation
April 11, 2024 at 9:59 PM

Education secretary elevates new deputy chief amid focus on affordability as enrollment deadlines loom

Prior to her work at the Education Department, LaWanda Toney ran the strategic communications team at the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA).
April 11, 2024 at 9:59 PM
Education secretary elevates deputy amid focus on affordability, enrollment deadlines
April 11, 2024 at 7:06 PM

Former State Department official explains resignation over US support of Israel

Former U.S. State Dept. official Dr. Annelle Sheline on resigning publicly and how she hopes the Biden administration will change its Israel policy.
April 11, 2024 at 7:06 PM
Former State Department official explains resignation over US support of Israel
April 11, 2024 at 6:26 PM

Biden administration closing 'gun show loophole'

The Biden administration on Thursday announced they are closing what is often known as the "gun show loophole."
April 11, 2024 at 6:26 PM
Biden administration closing 'gun show loophole'
April 11, 2024 at 5:34 PM

Biden administration plans to close 'gun show loophole'

The Biden administration announced on Thursday it will tighten up the definition of what it means to be "engaged in the business" of selling firearms.
April 11, 2024 at 5:34 PM
Biden administration plans to close 'gun show loophole'
April 11, 2024 at 12:59 PM

Biden administration still at odds with Israel over plans for Rafah invasion

Israeli officials plan to travel to the U.S. for a round of talks on Rafah.
April 11, 2024 at 12:59 PM
Biden administration still at odds with Israel over plans for Rafah invasion
April 10, 2024 at 11:13 PM

Mayorkas takes heat from GOP in hearings on DHS budget, border

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said that DHS has a "perennially insufficient budget" and pushed for each agency to receive needed funds.
April 10, 2024 at 11:13 PM
Mayorkas takes heat from GOP in hearings on DHS budget, border
April 10, 2024 at 10:27 PM

Alejandro Mayorkas' impeachment trial delayed

Jay O'Brien says concerns over senate attendance may have influenced House Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to delay the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
April 10, 2024 at 10:27 PM
Alejandro Mayorkas' impeachment trial delayed
April 10, 2024 at 4:16 PM

Mayorkas impeachment proceedings pushed to next week

House Speaker Mike Johnson's office said Tuesday that it will delay the transmission of articles of impeachment against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
April 10, 2024 at 4:16 PM
Mayorkas impeachment proceedings pushed to next week
April 10, 2024 at 10:53 AM

Mayorkas impeachment proceedings pushed to next week

House Speaker Mike Johnson's office said Tuesday that it will delay the transmission of articles of impeachment against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
April 10, 2024 at 10:53 AM
Mayorkas impeachment proceedings pushed to next week
April 9, 2024 at 5:46 PM

Education secretary talks ‘life-changing’ student debt relief plan

U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona breaks down who qualifies for President Biden's new student debt relief plan.
April 9, 2024 at 5:46 PM
Education secretary talks ‘life-changing’ student debt relief plan
April 8, 2024 at 8:13 PM

Biden announces more student loan relief plans in battleground Wisconsin

President Biden announced new student debt forgiveness plans in battleground Wisconsin on Monday that could impact over 30 million Americans if implemented.
April 8, 2024 at 8:13 PM
Biden announces more student loan relief plans in battleground Wisconsin
April 8, 2024 at 4:10 PM

US, Japan to make 'historic' announcements at summit, including on defense and AI: Official

President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida hold talks on Wednesday.
April 8, 2024 at 4:10 PM
US, Japan to make 'historic' announcements at summit: Official
April 3, 2024 at 4:08 PM

Even as concerns grow about US weapons used in Gaza, no signs of waning WH support for Israel military aid

Officials insist most weapons transfers were approved before the war began.
April 3, 2024 at 4:08 PM
Amid concerns over US weapons used in Gaza, WH defends backing Israel military aid
April 3, 2024 at 3:41 PM

'We are doubling down': Attorney General Garland announces new initiatives to combat violent crime

Attorney General Merrick Garland visited Chicago Wednesday to highlight decreases in violent crime around the country.
April 3, 2024 at 3:41 PM
'We are doubling down': AG Garland announces new initiatives to combat violent crime
1 month ago

US, Israel hold virtual talks in standoff over invading Rafah

Monday's negotiation comes after Israel canceled an in-person meeting.
1 month ago
US, Israel hold virtual talks in standoff over invading Rafah
1 month ago

White House bashes 'dishonest' Republican criticism of Biden's transgender proclamation on Easter

The White House is pushing back against top Republicans' misleading criticism of Biden's Transgender Day of Visibility proclamation on the same day as Easter
1 month ago
WH bashes 'dishonest' GOP criticism of Biden's transgender proclamation on Easter
1 month ago

Biden administration approves $60 million in emergency funding for bridge costs

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore gives an update on the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse recovery.
1 month ago
Biden administration approves $60 million in emergency funding for bridge costs
1 month ago

US hasn't ruled out consequences for Israel over looming Rafah operation: What would that look like?

The "special relationship" between the United States and Israel is under pressure amid a looming Israeli ground offensive in Rafah.
1 month ago
With Rafah invasion looming, how Biden could get tough on Netanyahu and Israel
1 month ago

Israel agrees to reschedule delegation visit to the White House: US official

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to reschedule his delegation’s visit to the White House after he canceled the trip on Monday.
1 month ago
Israel agrees to reschedule delegation visit to the White House: US official
1 month ago

White House 'disappointed' Israel canceled delegation to discuss Rafah after UN cease-fire vote

The White House said it is "disappointed" Israel canceled a delegation's visit to discuss the expected military invasion of Rafah after a U.N. cease-fire vote
1 month ago
White House 'disappointed' Israel canceled trip to US after UN cease-fire vote
1 month ago

US sanctions, indicts China-based hackers for allegedly targeting critical infrastructure

The United States has sanctioned China-based hackers for allegedly targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, the Treasury Department announced Monday.
1 month ago
US sanctions China-based hackers for allegedly targeting critical infrastructure
1 month ago

White House looks to repeal funding bill provision that would keep US embassies from flying Pride flags

The White House slammed the GOP for including a provision in the government funding bill that essentially bans LGBTQ+ Pride flags from being flown over U.S. embassies.
1 month ago
WH slams funding bill provision that would keep US embassies from flying Pride flags
1 month ago

Why is the Biden administration going after Big Tech?

A lawsuit against Apple this week followed cases against other tech titans.
1 month ago
Why is the Biden administration going after Big Tech?
1 month ago

Antony Blinken speaks from Israel amid growing tension over Rafah invasion

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says military ground operations in Rafah risk killing more civilians. ABC News' Matt Gutman and Karen Travers give their analysis.
1 month ago
Antony Blinken speaks from Israel amid growing tension over Rafah invasion
1 month ago

AG Merrick Garland announces Apple antitrust lawsuit

Attorney General Merrick Garland speaks after the Department of Justice announces an antitrust lawsuit against Apple. ABC News' Jack Date, Alexis Christoforous, and Brian Buckmire give their analysis.
1 month ago
AG Merrick Garland announces Apple antitrust lawsuit
1 month ago

Apple sued by Biden administration in landmark case over iPhone monopoly

The lawsuit alleges that Apple illegally thwarted competitors.
1 month ago
Apple sued by Biden administration in landmark case over iPhone monopoly
1 month ago

Department of Justice announces antitrust lawsuit against Apple

Attorney General Merrick Garland speaks after the Department of Justice announced an antitrust lawsuit against Apple.
1 month ago
Department of Justice announces antitrust lawsuit against Apple
1 month ago

Biden administration announcing new round of student debt relief

President Joe Biden is canceling nearly $6 billion in student debt for 78,000 public service workers.
1 month ago
Biden administration announcing new round of student debt relief