Politics

U.S. show of force to North Korea also could show U.S. weakness

By Matthew Pennington, Associated Press

But the Vinson’s presence near North Korea points to the larger challenge for the U.S. of deterrence, which has to be backed by the real threat of force.

Russia accuses U.S. of unlawful Syria raid as Tillerson visits

By Josh Lederman, Associated Press

Russia's top diplomat accused the United States on Wednesday of carrying out an unlawful attack against Syrian President Bashar Assad's forces.

GOP lawmakers in North Carolina introduce bill to restore ban on same-sex marriage

By Joshua Barajas

Republican lawmakers in North Carolina introduced a bill Tuesday that looks to ban same-sex marriages in the state, saying they are "not valid."…

Report: U.S. sought to monitor Trump adviser Carter Page last summer

By Associated Press

The Washington Post reported Tuesday the application to a special court to monitor Carter Page was part of the investigation into potential links between the Republican's presidential campaign and Russia. The newspaper cited unnamed law enforcement and other U.S. officials.

Mattis: Defeating Islamic State still top U.S. priority

By Robert Burns, Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press

Defense Secretary Jim Mattis says the U.S. cruise missile strike on a Syrian air base does not signal a change in the Pentagon's military campaign there, which is focused on defeating the Islamic State group and al-Qaida remnants.

5 overlooked politics stories that are worth your time

By Jessica Yarvin

The 24-hour news cycle is filled with politics coverage, but not everything gets the attention it deserves. Here are five political stories you may have missed in the past week.

These special elections will be first test of political climate under Trump

By Pamela Kirkland

It may be an off year, but Congressional elections are happening. Here's a look at the races to fill key seats in three states this spring.

AP fact check: Toyota adds jobs, Trump takes credit

By Tom Krishner, Associated Press

It's not the first time Trump has veered from reality when claiming he's produced new jobs in his 82 days in office.

Spicer says Hitler comment 'inexcusable and reprehensible'

By Ken Thomas and Jill Colvin, Associated Press

White House press secretary Sean Spicer said that his attempt to compare the Holocaust and Syrian President Bashar Assad's use of chemical weapons was "inexcusable and reprehensible."…

WATCH: During border visit, Sessions outlines 'new era' of immigration enforcement

By Astrid Galvan, Associated Press

His Tuesday speech during his first visit to the border offered the most comprehensive look yet at his plans for federal prosecutions of those in the country illegally.