Mike Pence says 'mistakes were made' in handling of classified documents

The discovery made public by the former vice president’s team this week marked the latest in a series of recoveries of sensitive documents from the homes of current and former top U.S. officials.

TikTok ban could get House committee vote in February

Congress banned TikTok from government-issued devices, and almost half of U.S. states have implemented similar actions.

Former U.S. leaders asked to recheck for classified docs

The National Archives sent a letter to past U.S. presidents and vice presidents Thursday to check their records after classified documents were discovered at President Joe Biden’s home and former Vice President Mike Pence’s residence.

New US race, ethnicity standards proposed; first since 1997

The new proposals would encourage the collection of detailed race and ethnicity information by allowing respondents on government forms to list their country of origin when answering a question about their race or ethnicity.

Does Houston have enough firefighters to protect its residents?

Flames, floods, and gunfire. Over the past decade, America's fourth-largest city has been consistently plagued by each. And yet, fewer first responders are in place to react and rescue when crisis strikes.

Could fortunes be shifting for casino gambling in Texas?

The odds have never been better for Texans aching to see casino-style gambling gain a foothold in the Lone Star State.

McCarthy says Santos will be removed from Congress if Ethics Committee determines he broke the law

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has condemned some of George Santos' conduct, but this week was the first instance in which he suggested potential consequences for the New York Republican.

Vice President Mike Pence discovered classified documents in Indiana home

Vice President Mike Pence informed Congress Tuesday that he discovered documents bearing classified markings in his Carmel, Indiana, home on Jan. 16 from his time as vice president. 

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announces Texas Senate Committee appointments

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has announced his 2023 Texas Senate Committee appointments. Check out the full list, plus the priorities for the state's 88th Legislative Session.