Trump Administration

Trump to nominate new secretary of labor

President Trump announced that Eugene Scalia, son of the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, is his pick to become the next secretary of labor.

Is Trump moving the government out of Washington? 5 things to know.

The Trump administration is moving hundreds of federal workers out of Washington.

Trump to nominate Eugene Scalia for labor secretary

Trump to nominate Eugene Scalia as new secretary of labor

Defense secretary nominee faces questions from Sen. Elizabeth Warren over ethics concerns

A day after his formal nomination, Mark Esper, President Trump's nominee to be the next secretary of defense, faced questions from senators at his confirmation hearing.

Trump aide Conway asks reporter, 'What's your ethnicity?'

Warren questions defense secretary nominee over ethics concerns

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., voiced her opposition to Mike Esper due to ethics concerns, even accusing him of "corruption."

Trump administration rolls out 'third country' asylum rule

The regulation will go into effect on July 16.

Trump administration weighs penalties on Turkey for delivery of Russian missile system

The Trump administration has yet to respond to Turkey's decision to accept delivery of a Russian missile defense system.

Fed chairman says he wouldn't leave even if Trump tried to fire him

Federal Reserve Board Chairman Jerome Powell told lawmakers on Wednesday that he would not leave even if Trump tried to fire him.

Trump stands by Acosta after Epstein indictment

Democrats on Capitol Hill are ramping up pressure on Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta to resign while Republicans are deferring to Trump.

Calls grow for labor secretary to resign amid Jeffrey Epstein scandal

A plea deal Alexander Acosta previously struck with Epstein that led to a minimal sentence is back in the spotlight as Epstein faces new charges.

Trump can't require drug prices in TV ads: Judge

A federal judge in Washington struck down a Trump administration plan, set to take effect Tuesday, that would have required drugmakers to include pricing information in ads seen on TV.

Judge rules Trump administration can't require drug prices in TV ads

The federal judge said the administration failed to show proper legal authority.

Department of Justice shaking up legal team on census case

White House to fight Supreme Court block on census question

U.S. households have not been asked about citizenship on the census in nearly 70 years.

Trump administration still weighing path forward on citizenship question: Court filing

The Department of Justice does not appear to have established a clear path forward on the controversial citizenship question for the 2020 census.

WH seeking executive order on citizenship question

President Trump is exploring using an executive order to move forward with the battle over the 2020 census question.

White House exploring executive order to deal with census citizenship question

President Trump is exploring using an executive order to move forward with the battle over the 2020 census question.

2020 census will be printed without a question about citizenship status

The announcement follows the Supreme Court ruling last week that blocked the question from appearing.

2020 census will be printed without citizenship question: Justice Department

The 2020 census will not include a question asking participants whether they are a U.S. citizen, according to the Department of Justice.

House Democrats vote to subpoena Kellyanne Conway after she fails to testify about alleged political statements

House Democrats on Wednesday voted to subpoena top Trump aide Kellyanne Conway after she failed to testify about her alleged Hatch Act violations.

First lady announces new WH press secretary

First lady Melania Trump announced her communications director Stephanie Grisham will replace Sarah Sanders as White House press secretary.

Pompeo makes surprise visit to Afghanistan ahead of next round of Taliban talks

Stephanie Grisham tapped to replace Sarah Sanders as White House press secretary

First lady Melania Trump announced her communications director Stephanie Grisham will replace Sarah Sanders as White House press secretary.

Kellyanne Conway claims alleged Hatch Act violations politically motivated

Kellyanne Conway defends herself ahead of being called to testify Wednesday before House Oversight on alleged Hatch Act violations. In an interview with Fox News Conway

Senate lawmakers express 'utter frustration' with Trump administration's commitment to public safety in tribal communities

Senate lawmakers meet to discuss public safety in tribal communities. The hearing addressed high rates of victimization in tribal country.

Trump's UN ambassador nominee faces tough questions on climate change, credentials

President Donald Trump's U.N. ambassador nominee breaks with him on climate change and faces tough questions on her lack of experience, tenure as envoy to Canada.

Defense secretary nominee drops out of confirmation process

Patrick Shanahan resigned after reports of his family's domestic violence history came to light.

Shanahan drops out of running for defense secretary

Acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan's decision coincides with media reports which detail episodes of domestic violence.

Shanahan drops out of running for defense secretary following reports of family history of domestic violence

"I would welcome the opportunity to be Secretary of Defense, but not at the expense of being a good father," Patrick Shanahan said in a statement.

Acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan steps down from the confirmation process

Shanahan said "I believe my continuing in the confirmation process would force my three children to relive a traumatic chapter in our family's life."

Katharine Gorka expected to take over as Customs and Border Protection press secretary

Katharine Gorka is expected to take over as Press Secretary for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Homeland Security officials confirm to ABC News.

What you should know about the 1939 law Kellyanne Conway is accused of violating

After Kellyanne Conway was accused by a federal watchdog of violating the law, President Trump said Friday that her actions should be protected by the First Amendment.

Trump: 'Not going to fire' Kellyanne Conway despite finding she made illegal political statements

President Donald Trump says he will not fire Kellyanne Conway following alleged Hatch Act violations.

Sarah Sanders' controversial legacy as press secretary

The White House press briefings all but disappeared during Sanders' tenure, and her credibility was sometimes called into question.

Kellyanne Conway should be 'removed from service': Watchdog

A federal watchdog agency has recommended that White House senior adviser Kellyanne Conway be removed from service for making political statements.

Sarah Huckabee Sanders to exit as Trump's press secretary

The president tweeted earlier today that Sanders will resign at the end of June after over three years working for his administration.

Sarah Sanders out as press secretary

Pres. Trump called Sanders "a warrior" in addition to tweeting that she'll be leaving The White House at the end of June.

Press secretary Sarah Sanders leaving White House

White House press secretary Sarah Sanders is leaving her post, President Donald Trump tweeted on Thursday.

Sarah Huckabee Sanders: Everything you need to know

The Arkansas native is the former White House press secretary.

Press Secretary Sarah Sanders leaving White House

At an event aimed at highlighting hiring efforts for former inmates, Trump praised Sanders calling her "a warrior."

Sarah Sanders leaving post as White House press secretary

Sanders took on the role in July 2017 after her predecessor, Sean Spicer, resigned.

Democrats vote to hold Barr, Ross in contempt after Trump asserts privilege over census documents

President Donald Trump has asserted privilege over census materials subpoenaed by the House Oversight Committee, Democrats vote for contempt.

Republican former EPA administrators raise concerns about Trump agency

Christine Todd Whitman, William Reilly and Lee Thomas testified before Congress about the leadership of the EPA, which they rated a "D, or lower."

Who is Nixon White House counsel John Dean and why do Democrats want his testimony?

Who is Nixon White House counsel John Dean why did Democrats want him to testify about possible obstruction of justice by President Donald Trump.

Trump admin to cease use of fetal tissue in government research

The Trump administration on Wednesday announced it is suspending the use of fetal tissue in research conducted by government scientists.

HHS prohibits fetal tissue for government research

The Trump administration on Wednesday announced it is suspending the use of fetal tissue in research conducted by government scientists.

Housing Secretary Ben Carson defends hot-button policies, laments 'gotcha' politics

Housing Secretary Ben Carson in an interview with ABC News defended hot-button policies, lamented "gotcha' politics."

HUD Secretary Ben Carson defends policies, laments 'gotcha' politics

Carson talks with ABC News Live about immigration, transgender discrimination, and his time in the cabinet.