Politics Jan 18 WATCH: Retired Gen. Lloyd Austin's Senate confirmation hearing for defense secretary The Senate typically confirms some nominees, particularly the secretaries of defense, state and treasury, on Inauguration Day, though raw feelings regarding Trump led to Democratic-caused delays four years ago.
Politics Jan 18 In open letter to Dr. King, Stevie Wonder calls for equality Wonder met King when he was a teenager and later wrote the tribute song "Happy Birthday," which urged that the government formally establish a Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Politics Jan 18 WATCH: Antony Blinken, secretary of state nominee, testifies at confirmation hearing President-elect Joe Biden’s nominee to be the country’s top diplomat is pledging to restore America’s standing in the world while building on some Trump administration foreign policies.
Arts Jan 18 Garth Brooks joins lineup of entertainers at Biden inauguration The country music superstar praised the Bidens for being “hellbent on making things good” and said he welcomed the chance to help the country heal.
Politics Jan 18 WATCH: Alejandro Mayorkas, Biden's Homeland Security pick, testifies in confirmation hearing Putting his national security team in place quickly is a high priority for Biden, not only because of his hopes for modifying Trump administration policy but also because of diplomatic problems around the world.
Politics Jan 18 WATCH: Avril Haines' Senate confirmation hearing for Director of National Intelligence President-elect Joe Biden's nominee to lead the intelligence community, Avril Haines, promised Tuesday to “speak truth to power" and keep politics out of intelligence agencies to ensure their work is trusted.
Politics Jan 18 WATCH: 'Field of Flags' lighting ceremony honors U.S. states and territories ahead of Biden's inauguration After President-elect Joe Biden asked Americans to stay home for his inauguration, the "Field of Flags" is meant to represent the American people who are unable to travel to the Capitol to celebrate his swearing-in.
Science Jan 18 Fossil fuel firms need to curb climate gas leaks, Watchdog says The International Energy Agency says oil and gas companies aren’t doing enough to reduce the release of methane, a potent source of planet-heating emissions.
World Jan 18 WHO chief lambasts vaccine profits, demands elderly go first The WHO chief said it’s “not right” that younger, healthier adults in wealthy countries get vaccinated against COVID-19 before older people or health care workers in poorer countries.
Politics Jan 18 What Biden can and can't get from an evenly split Senate The unexpected new balance of power giving Democrats only the barest control of Congress has big consequences for the president-elect.