Sep 12 America's long, complicated history with tax reform By Lisa Desjardins Republicans in Congress are attempting to overhaul the nation’s tax code, but it’s not an easy task. With the current tax overhaul effort in mind, it’s a good time to look at the United States’ history with taxes, especially income… Continue reading
Sep 12 Does the White House have adequate legal authority to fight ISIS? By Richard Lardner, Associated Press Many congressional Republicans and Democrats have been clamoring for Congress to approve a new authorization for the use of military force. But they're moving too slowly for Paul, who's demanding the deadline to ensure faster action. Continue reading
Sep 12 White House says it's hopeful for tax bill by year's end By Martin Crutsinger, Associated Press White House legislative director Marc Short says its principles for the tax overhaul will be released "in a matter of days, not weeks."… Continue reading
Sep 12 White House names Hope Hicks as communications director By Associated Press Hicks, 28, is the third White House communications director in the administration's nearly eight months. Continue reading
Sep 12 Senate approves resolution condemning white nationalists By Matthew Daly, Associated Press The resolution urges the Trump administration to "use all resources available to address the growing prevalence" of hate groups in America. Continue reading
Sep 12 WATCH: Pelosi, Democrats discuss DREAM Act By Erica R. Hendry Pelosi is expected to speak with other Democrats about the DREAM Act around noon ET Tuesday. Watch live in the player above. Continue reading
Sep 12 WATCH: U.S. warns China, Russia must comply with sanctions on North Korea By Erica R. Hendry and Matthew Pennington, Associated Press State Department and Treasury Department officials testified to the House Foreign Affairs Committee about the U.S. pressure campaign against North Korea's rapid progress toward a nuclear weapon that could strike America. Continue reading
Sep 11 Watch 8:53 How Washington is handling a historic hurricane season By PBS News Hour How is President Trump handling the numerous hurricane disasters? Tamara Keith of NPR and Stuart Rothenberg of Inside Elections join Judy Woodruff to discuss the president’s strategy, plus their reactions to an exclusive interview with New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie,… Continue watching
Sep 11 Watch 11:38 Christie: After Sandy, Congress learned its lesson for Harvey aid By PBS News Hour Superstorm Sandy devastated New Jersey in 2012 and killed more than 150 people. As Florida copes with Tropical Storm Irma and Texas rebuilds in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie joins Judy Woodruff to discuss the… Continue watching
Sep 11 WATCH: White House says Trump 'was right' to fire Comey By Associated Press White House spokeswoman Sarah Huckabee Sanders says Trump's decision was justified given Comey's conduct after the decision. She is accusing the former FBI director of "giving false testimony," ''leaking privileged information to journalists" and politicizing his investigation. Continue reading