Political News

Latest Politics Headlines

November 29

Biden privately apologized to Muslim Americans for comment on Palestinian casualties

One meeting attendee "respectfully challenged" the president over his tone.
November 29
President Joe Biden speaks about Bidenomics at CS Wind, Nov. 29, 2023, in Pueblo, Colo.
November 29

Henry Kissinger, former secretary of state and presidential adviser, dies at 100

Kissinger died Wednesday at home in Connecticut, his consulting firm confirmed.
November 29
Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Oct. 10, 2017, in Washington.
November 29

If George Santos gets expelled from Congress, how will his replacement be chosen?

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul would have to call a special election.
November 29
Rep. George Santos walks into the House Republican cloakroom at the Capitol, Nov.  28, 2023.
November 29

Schumer calls antisemitism a 'crisis' that has Jewish people living in 'deep fear'

Schumer is the highest-ranking Jewish official in America.
November 29
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., Nov. 28, 2023.
November 29

Marjorie Taylor Greene repeats effort to impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas

Her first resolution to impeach Mayorkas was referred to committee.
November 29
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas testifies during a House Homeland Security Committee hearing on Capitol Hill, Nov. 15, 2023.
November 29

Ukraine, Israel aid discussed and Santos expulsion vote expected

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien is on The Hill as Washington lawmakers continue to bicker over aid to Israel and Ukraine and also, a vote on the expulsion of Rep. George Santos, R-NY, is expected.
November 29
VIDEO: Ukraine, Israel aid discussed and Santos expulsion vote expected
November 29

Speaker Johnson has 'real reservations' as House mulls George Santos expulsion

Johnson said he trusts people to decide on the expulsion "in good faith."
November 29
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson meets with reporters to discuss GOP efforts to investigate President Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden, at the Capitol, Nov. 29, 2023.
November 29

Flying high: Flight attendants chase their dreams between layovers

The sky is not the limit for these flight attendants.
November 29
Reese Williams has traveled the world through his work as a congressional flight attendant and a flight attendant for United.
November 29

Rosalynn Carter to be laid to rest at family home after private funeral

A service was held at Maranatha Baptist Church in her hometown of Plains.
November 29
A funeral procession with family members of former first lady Rosalynn Carter passes through Plains, GA, after a private funeral service at Maranatha Baptist Church on November 29, 2023 in Plains, Georgia.
November 29

Rep. George Santos facing vote to expel him from the House

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are moving to force a vote on whether to expel embattled congressman George Santos, who is facing nearly two dozen federal charges.
November 29
VIDEO: Rep. George Santos facing vote to expel him from the House
November 29

Timeline: Trump's efforts to overturn Georgia election results

Trump asked the Georgia secretary of state to "find 11,780 votes" in 2021.
November 29
Former President Donald Trump sits at the defense table with his legal team in a Manhattan court, April 4, 2023, in New York.
November 29

Super PAC backing Haley seeks to swing independent voters in bid to beat Trump

A new effort is underway to bring independent voters over to Nikki Haley.
November 29
Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley greets audience members during a town hall, Nov. 17, 2023, in Ankeny, Iowa.
November 28

Nikki Haley endorsed by billionaire-backed Americans for Prosperity

Championed by billionaire Charles Koch and other wealthy conservatives, the group has promised to commit resources to helping Haley defeat current GOP front-runner and former Pres. Donald Trump.
November 28
VIDEO: Nikki Haley endorsed by billionaire-backed Americans for Prosperity
November 28

Rep. George Santos ahead of likely expulsion vote: 'I don't care'

House leaders must schedule an expulsion vote within two legislative days.
November 28
Rep. George Santos leaves a meeting of the House Republican Conference in the U.S. Capitol on Nov. 7, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
November 28

Jimmy Carter attends memorial service for wife of 77 years, Rosalynn Carter

A dozen political figures, including the Bidens, were at the tribute service.
November 28
Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter attends a tribute service for his wife former first lady Rosalynn Carter, at Glenn Memorial Church in Atlanta on Nov. 28, 2023.
November 28

Will Biden's handling of Israel-Hamas war turn off young and Muslim voters in 2024?

"The real question ... is whether this is actually going to linger for a year."
November 28
In this Oct. 18, 2023, file photo, President Joe Biden pauses during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the war between Israel and Hamas, in Tel Aviv, Israel.
November 28

Charles Koch's anti-Trump group endorses Nikki Haley in Republican primary

Americans for Prosperity Action hopes they can somehow shake Trump's lead.
November 28
Republican presidential candidate, Nikki Haley, attends the Republican primary presidential debate in Miami, Fla., Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023.
November 28

Hunter Biden will not testify before House committee if in private, lawyer says

The committee issued a subpoena for Biden earlier this month.
November 28
Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, arrives to the J. Caleb Boggs Federal Building on July 26, 2023 in Wilmington, Del.
November 28

Women who reported mistreatment while giving birth say CDC report validates trauma

Advocates call for systemic change in treatment of pregnant people.
November 28
Caroline Malatesta, left, won a $16 million judgment against an Alabama hospital where she gave birth to her fourth child after claims of medical negligence and reckless fraud.
November 27

Pentagon says Somali pirates likely behind seizure of commercial ship near Yemen

Ballistic missiles were later fired from Houthi areas in Yemen, officials said.
November 27
In an undated photo released by Zodiac Maritime, the tanker Central Park is seen. Attackers seized the tanker linked to Israel off the coast of Aden, Yemen, on Nov. 26, 2023, authorities said. While no group immediately claimed responsibility, it comes as at least two other maritime attacks in recent days have been linked to the Israel-Hamas war.
November 27

First lady Jill Biden unveils 2023 White House holiday decor

This year’s theme is “The ‘Magic, Wonder, and Joy."
November 27
This year’s theme is “The ‘Magic, Wonder, and Joy."
November 27

Trump insists he isn't confusing Obama, Biden as critics try to spotlight his gaffes

The former president often calls out rival Joe Biden's age and fitness.
November 27
Former President Donald Trump arrives at Trump Tower on Sept. 4, 2023 in New York City.
November 27

Jimmy Carter, currently in hospice, plans to attend wife Rosalynn Carter's memorial

The former first lady died last week at the age of 96.
November 27
Former U.S. First Lady Rosalynn Carter poses for a portrait, Sept. 23, 2011, in New York.
November 27

First lady Jill Biden unveils 2023 White House holiday decor

This year’s theme is “Magic, Wonder, and Joy."
November 27
Holiday Decor is seen during a press preview at the White House, Nov. 27, 2023. Jill Biden announced "The Magic, Wonder and Joy" theme of the holidays this year.
November 27

5 things to know as Congress heads into end-of-year sprint

Ending the military blockade and government funding are among top priorities.
November 27
The dome of the U.S. Capitol is seen at dusk in Washington, Nov. 13, 2023.
November 27

DeSantis courts donors for new political group after tensions flared among allies

A new super PAC intends to go after the governor's primary rivals.
November 27
Republican presidential candidate Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during the 2023 First in the Nation Leadership Summit on Oct. 13, 2023, in Nashua, N.H.
November 27

Major Trump donors who soured on him after 2020 now insist he's their best choice

Some of them argue his demeanor and election denial don't eclipse his strengths.
November 27
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump looks on during a campaign rally at Trendsetter Engineering Inc., Nov. 2, 2023, in Houston.
November 27

Haley says her momentum 'is real,' but do GOP voters want someone not named Trump?

Trump's former ambassador has struck a delicate balance in criticizing him.
November 27
Republican presidential candidate former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley speaks to potential voters during a campaign event at Central College on Oct. 21, 2023 in Pella, Iowa.
November 26

4-year-old American freed by Hamas can now get love, healing she 'badly deserves': WH

Abigail Idan was one of 10 Americans believed to be held hostage in Gaza.
November 26
Abigail Mor-Edan, 3, in an undated image.
November 26

Chris Christie plays down risk to GOP if Trump loses primary but won't leave the race

He argued "the public en masse will begin to ignore" the former president
November 26
Republican presidential candidate and former Governor of New Jersey Chris Christie speaks at the Hudson Institute, on Nov. 15, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
November 26

'This Week' Transcript 11-26-23: White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, November 26.
November 26
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan answers questions during the daily briefing at the White House, on Nov. 13, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
November 25

Trump attends football game on Haley's home turf and other trail takeaways

Haley graduated from Clemson University.
November 25
In this Sept. 9, 2023, file photo, former President Donald Trump holds a football before throwing it to the crowd at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa.
November 25

Will the Senate become the House?

"It pays sometimes for these huge lapses in decorum," one strategist said.
November 25
Republican candidate for Arizona Governor Kari Lake gestures as she attends the Republican Party of Arizona's 2022 U.S. midterm elections night rally in Scottsdale, Arizona, Nov. 8, 2022.
November 24

Biden says initial hostage release 'only a start,' hopes Americans released 'soon'

"We also will not stop until we get these hostages brought home," Biden said.
November 24
President Biden speaks about the release of hostages from Gaza, in Nantucket, Mass., on Nov. 24, 2023.
November 24

NSA Jake Sullivan, Rep. Ro Khanna & Former Gov. Chris Christie Sunday on "This Week"

This is a listing for "This Week" airing Sunday, November 26, 2023.
November 24
This Week with George Stephanopoulos
November 24

Biden speaks after first group of hostages released

President Joe Biden addressed the American people Friday following the release of 24 hostages in a deal struck between Hamas and Israel.
November 24
President Joe Biden addressed the American people Friday following the release of 24 hostages in a deal struck between Hamas and Israel.
November 24

Democrats' best hope of holding the Senate runs through Trump country, experts say

Republicans see a lot more opportunity to win the chamber.
November 24
Senator Sherrod Brown, a Democrat from Ohio and chairman of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, speaks during a hearing in Washington, DC, US, on May 16, 2023.
November 24

History shows House expulsions are rare. Will GOP Rep. George Santos join the list?

Only five House members in history have been expelled by their peers.
November 24
Republican Representative from New York George Santos arrives for a GOP caucus meeting at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Oct. 16, 2023.
November 23

History of US House of Representative expulsions

Only five times in history has a member of the U.S. House of Representatives been expelled.
November 23
Only five times in history has a member of the U.S. House of Representatives been expelled.
November 23

'We have to come together': Biden calls into Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

"Today is about ... giving thanks for this country we call home," Biden said.
November 23
Beagle scout Snoopy balloon flies, as Tom Turkey float rides during the 97th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in Manhattan, New York City, Nov. 23, 2023.
November 23

Biden says 'fingers crossed' for hostage release as officials describe his role

Officials called the negotiations an "extremely excruciating process."
November 23
President Joe Biden crosses his fingers while responding to a question about the release of Hamas hostages after a visit to the Nantucket Fire Department on Thanksgiving November 23, 2023 in Nantucket, Mass.
November 23

Republican candidates push to topple Trump in Iowa in final weeks before caucus

The 2024 primary starts in January and the ex-president remains the favorite.
November 23
Florida Governor and U.S. Presidential candidate Ron DeSantis speaks during a rally, Nov. 6, 2023, in Des Moines, Iowa.
November 22

House Democrats pen letter demanding protection for children in Gaza

More than 5,350 children have been killed in Gaza as a result of the war between Hamas and Israel, according to UNICEF.
November 22
As of Nov. 16, more than 4,600 children have been killed in Gaza as a result of the war between Hamas and Israel, according to UNICEF.
November 22

US, Israel and others race to carry out hostage deal

An Israeli official said hostages won’t be released before Friday.
November 22
Relatives, friends and supporters of Israeli hostages held in Gaza since the October 7 attack by Hamas militants in southern Israel, hold placards and images of those taken during a protest for their release in Tel Aviv, Nov. 22, 2023.
November 22

How Rosalynn Carter became a champion for mental health

Carter remained devoted to helping people with mental illness for decades.
November 22
First Lady Rosalynn Carter testifies before Congress about increasing the funding for certain mental health programs in Washington D.C , Feb. 7, 1979.
November 22

Raskin, other House Democrats pressure Biden to do more to protect children in Gaza

The letter calls for "timely evacuation and protection of children and babies."
November 22
Medics prepare premature babies for transport to Egypt after they were evacuated from Shifa Hospital in Gaza City to a hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip, Nov. 20, 2023.
November 21

US hits Iran-backed militants with 4th round of airstrikes

Iran-backed groups have attacked US forces more than 60 times since mid-Oct.
November 21
Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 555th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, release flares over Iraq, Feb. 6, 2020.
November 21

DeSantis earns another major endorsement in Iowa, but still trails Trump

He "has done the work in Iowa, unlike Trump, and it's showing," a donor said.
November 21
Republican presidential candidate Florida Governor Ron DeSantis speaks at a Never Back Down campaign event in Manchester, N.H., Nov. 21, 2023.
November 21

Speaker Mike Johnson meets with Trump after going 'all in' on former president

Johnson helped lead the effort in the House to reverse Trump's 2020 loss.
November 21
Former President Donald Trump and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson
November 21

US retaliates against Iran-backed militants after ballistic missile strike

The Pentagon believes the counterstrike killed several Iran-linked militants.
November 21
An AC-130U Gunship from the 4th Special Operations Squadron flies over the range firing its 105mm gun during a local training mission, Jan. 27, 2011, at Hurlburt Field, Fla.