Politics

Justin Torres and Ned Blackhawk are among the winners of National Book Awards

By Hillel Italie, Associated Press

Justin Torres' "Blackouts" has won the National Book Award for fiction. The nonfiction prize was awarded on Wednesday night to Ned Blackhawk's "The Rediscovery of America."…

Who are the Palestinian and Jewish-led groups leading the protests against Israel's action in Gaza?

By Heather Hollingsworth, David Crary, Associated Press

Among the catalysts are Palestinian and Jewish-led groups that have been active for years in opposing Israeli policies toward the Palestinians.

Man who attacked Paul Pelosi convicted of federal assault and attempted kidnapping charges

By Olga R. Rodriguez, Associated Press

DePape admitted during trial testimony that he bludgeoned Pelosi with a hammer after San Francisco police officers showed up at the home.

California authorities arrest college professor in connection with the death of a Jewish protester

By John Antczak, Julie Watson, Associated Press

California authorities have arrested a college professor in connection with the death of a Jewish protester during demonstrations over the Israel-Hamas war.

Auto workers approve a new union contract with General Motors

By Tom Krisher, Associated Press

A vote-tracking spreadsheet on the union's website shows that with all local union offices reporting, the contract passed by just over 3,400 votes, with 54.7 percent in favor.

WATCH: Biden tells Asia-Pacific leaders that U.S. 'not going anywhere' as it looks to build economic ties

By Colleen Long, Aamer Madhani, Associated Press

Biden on Thursday made America's case to national leaders and CEOs attending the Asia-Pacific summit that the United States is committed to high standards in trade and to partnerships that will benefit economies across the Pacific.

WATCH: Biden gives remarks at APEC summit in San Francisco

By Christopher Bodeen, Associated Press

President Joe Biden will deliver remarks on Thursday at a CEO summit held at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum in San Francisco.

Rep. George Santos won't seek reelection after scathing ethics report details 'overwhelming evidence' of lawbreaking

By Kevin Freking, Associated Press

Shortly after the panel's report was released, Santos blasted it as a “politicized smear” in a tweet on X but said that he would not be seeking reelection to a second term.

Read the full House Ethics report on George Santos' alleged campaign crimes

Santos has maintained his innocence and refused to resign despite calls from many of his colleagues to do so.

Police and protesters clash outside Democratic Party HQ during demonstration against war in Gaza

By Chris Megerian, Associated Press

Police and protesters have clashed outside Democratic National Committee headquarters during a demonstration for a cease-fire in the war between Israel and Hamas.