Mar 05 Trump says he wants to be involved in picking Iran's next leader By Jon Gambrell, David Rising, Elena Becatoros, Samy Magdy, Associated Press President Donald Trump’s comments were likely to renew questions about whether the U.S. and Israel seek the overthrow of the Islamic Republic or just a change in its policies. Continue reading
Mar 05 Trump replacing Noem as Homeland Security secretary By Michelle L. Price, Associated Press Trump, who said he would nominate Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin in her place, made the announcement on social media after Noem faced a two-day grilling on Capitol Hill this week from GOP members as well as Democrats. Continue reading
Mar 05 WATCH: National Capital Planning Commission hearing examines Trump's ballroom plans By Darlene Superville, Associated Press A federal panel reviewing President Donald Trump's plans to build a ballroom at the White House got an earful Thursday from members of the public. Most speakers said they opposed the project and criticized it as too big and unnecessary. Continue reading
Mar 05 Congress hasn't officially declared war since WWII. Here's how presidential war powers have played out since then By Bill Barrow, Associated Press Like many predecessors, President Donald Trump claims broad, even unlimited power over U.S. forces. Continue reading
Mar 05 WATCH: Senate fails to pass DHS funding bill with U.S.-Israel war on Iran escalating By Kevin Freking, Associated Press Republicans invoked the war in Iran and the prospect of retaliatory terrorist attacks as they made another unsuccessful effort Thursday to pass a bill funding the Department of Homeland Security. Continue reading
Mar 05 WATCH: House rejects Iran war powers resolution in narrow vote, following Senate's footsteps By Lisa Mascaro, Stephen Groves, Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press The House narrowly rejected a war powers resolution Thursday to halt President Donald Trump's attacks on Iran, an early sign of unease in Congress over the rapidly widening conflict that is reordering U.S. priorities at home and abroad. Continue reading
Mar 04 White House formally nominates Kevin Warsh to be next Federal Reserve chair By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press Warsh's nomination, which was initially announced Jan. 30, was forwarded to the Senate Wednesday, where it will be taken up by the Senate Banking Committee. Continue reading
Mar 04 House ethics panel investigates GOP Rep. Gonzales of Texas over affair allegations By Alanna Durkin Richer, Stephen Groves, Associated Press The House Ethics Committee said Wednesday that it has opened an investigation of Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, over allegations that include having an affair with an aide. Continue reading
Mar 04 Watch 7:32 Sen. Katie Britt says Trump has the authority to 'finish the job' in Iran By Geoff Bennett, Kyle Midura For perspective on how Congress is weighing the unfolding situation in the Middle East, Geoff Bennett spoke with Republican Sen. Katie Britt of Alabama. Continue watching
Mar 04 Watch 5:03 Primaries in key states begin to shape the midterm matchups By Geoff Bennett, Matt Loffman The midterm elections kicked off in earnest with primary contests in Texas, North Carolina and Arkansas. There was some confusion at the polls, and the results led to sharp words, a few upsets and more questions about the elections still… Continue watching