Biden pardons his son Hunter: Here's what to know

President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter, who was set to be sentenced this month for gun and tax convictions. Here's what to know.

President Biden pardons son Hunter Biden

President Joe Biden released a statement Sunday night saying he’s signed a pardon for his son Hunter Biden.

Trump's potential recess appointments could land at Supreme Court

President-elect Donald Trump has said he may use temporary recess appointments to bypass the Senate confirmation process for his more controversial Cabinet picks.

Trump taps loyalist Kash Patel for FBI director, vowing to 'upend' agency

President-elect Donald Trump has picked Kash Patel to serve as FBI director, turning to a fierce loyalist to upend America’s premier law enforcement agency and rid the government of perceived “conspirators.

Trump’s push for 'energy dominance' may face real-world limits

Donald Trump is creating an energy council to boost U.S. oil and gas drilling and to sell oil and energy sources to allies globally.

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire to take effect Wednesday, Biden says

Biden called the Israel and Hezbollah ceasefire "good news" as the sides come to terms on an agreement to pause fighting.

Trump threatens to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on 1st day in office

President-elect Donald Trump is threatening to impose sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office as part of his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration and drugs.

Senator John Cornyn joins new Senate DOGE caucus

Texas Senator John Cornyn will be a part of the newly-formed Senate DOGE Caucus, designed to find and eliminate governmental waste.

Trump cleared: Jack Smith drops election case, DOJ ends classified docs probe

Special Prosecutor Jack Smith has filed to dismiss all felony charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the federal election interference case.

Trump's Cabinet secretary picks complete: See who’s nominated

President-elect Donald Trump has selected television personalities, former Democrats, a wrestling executive and traditional elected Republicans to fill the 15 key secretary roles. Here’s the full list.

Here's who Trump has picked for his administration

President-elect Donald Trump announced several more appointments to his administration this week after a setback with his first choice for attorney general.

Trump to nominate Pam Bondi for attorney general

President-elect Donald Trump's nomination for attorney general comes after Matt Gaetz was withdrawn from consideration following a meeting with senators on Wednesday.

Trump’s Cabinet, White House staff picks: Who’s been nominated so far

President-elect Donald Trump is filling key posts in his second administration, putting an emphasis so far on people who were his strongest backers during the 2024 campaign.

Who will Trump pick for attorney general after Gaetz’s withdrawal?

Matt Gaetz’s withdrawal as Trump’s attorney general pick has sparked speculation about who will now lead the Department of Justice.

Matt Gaetz withdraws from attorney general consideration

Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald Trump’s controversial pick for attorney general, has withdrawn from consideration for the job after meeting with senators Wednesday.

What to know about Dr. Oz, the TV host tapped to run Medicare and Medicaid

Mehmet Oz, the celebrity heart surgeon turned talk show host better known as “Dr. Oz,” has been tapped to run the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.