Size of Democratic majorities comes into focus as GOP grapples with loss
The dust continues to settle after Democrats' sweeping victories in the midterm elections. Follow live updates here.
Democrats prepare to take Congress
Democrats have flipped over 40 House seats. Here's the breakdown.
Democrats won control of the House on Tuesday by flipping more than three dozen Republican-held seats, picking up perennial swing districts and seats that were once considered deep red.
Acton says she has "no intention" of speaking to Ramaswamy
Ohio Gov.-elect Amy Acton called a campaign ad featuring her estranged mother that was run by Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign "terrible and despicable."
These House and Senate midterm races don't have winners yet
Democrats won sizable House and Senate majorities in the 2026 midterm elections, but the exact margins are unclear because some races haven't been projected yet. Here's where the results stand.
Mississippi Senate race still a toss-up, with razor-thin margin
The Senate race in deep-red Mississippi remains unresolved, as Democrat Scott Colom has mounted a surprisingly competitive challenge to incumbent Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith.
Trump touts imminent decision on potential new attack on Iran
President Trump says he will make a decision "very soon" on whether to "destroy what is left of" Iran, calls Qatari emir as mediators push for a peace deal.
Thomas Markle Sr., Meghan's father, arrested in Florida, sources say
Earlier this month, it was reported that Meghan's estranged father, Thomas Markle, was under investigation by authorities in the Philippines for alleged possession of child sexual abuse materials.
DOJ official resigns amid questions about "grand conspiracy" probe
Jason Reding Quiñones, U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Florida, abruptly resigned, marking another high-profile departure from a DOJ inquiry plagued by internal disputes.
Newly empowered Democrats could revive plans for court reforms
Democrats have proposed a variety of measures aimed at reshaping the Supreme Court over the years and may be poised to push them forward after winning House and Senate majorities.
Judge blocks construction on Trump's 250-foot arch for now
The National Capital Planning Commission voted Thursday to approve plans for President Trump's 250-foot triumphal arch. A judge quickly blocked any construction from starting.
Employers added 165,000 jobs in October, soaring past expectations
Hiring across the U.S. surged last month and unemployment dipped, a sign the job market is picking up speed.
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Dolly Parton's estate moves to dismiss lawsuit against nephew
The details of the resolution between Dolly Parton's estate and her nephew, Bryan Seaver, were not immediately known.
Jay Rockefeller, former governor and U.S. senator, dies at 89
Jay Rockefeller, who served as West Virginia governor and senator and was the last member of his family's political dynasty, has died at the age of 89.
French workers flood streets for anti-government protests
Thousands of government workers, teachers, transport employees and other union workers in France walked off the job Thursday to express their frustration with low wages and the high cost of living.
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Key moments from ex-cop's trial in the death of Sandra Birchmore
The fate of Matthew Farwell is expected to go to the jury soon in the 2021 death of Sandra Birchmore.
Grim details emerge after woman and daughter killed by bear
The delay in finding the remains of the two women was complicated by difficult terrain and the grizzly bear's behavior.
Rob Sand's runway modeling past resurfaces after Iowa gubernatorial win
Vogue asked on Instagram whether followers knew the Iowa governor-elect once modeled for Prada.
Doomsday cult leader learns fate for murders of 190 children
Paul Mackenzie was convicted of murdering 190 children and one adult after he ordered his followers to starve themselves to death in order to meet Jesus.
Trump's lawyers argue appeal in "hush money" case
President Trump was convicted in 2024 of 34 felonies tied to a 2016 "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Midterm wave sets a course for "Medicare for All" fight
Voter frustration with healthcare costs helped fuel the Democrats' midterm takeover of Congress. But Democratic control doesn't mean "Medicare for All" will follow, as some hoped.
U.S. gas prices on track to fall below $4 a gallon, experts say
Fuel prices have dropped in recent weeks amid hopes that the midterm elections would increase pressure on the U.S. and Iran to reach a peace deal.
Spacewalkers complete space station solar power upgrade
The eighth and final roll-out solar array installation caps a five-year effort to augment the space station's aging, original solar wings.
Case pitting "ER" against "The Pitt" can proceed, court says
A California appeals court has found that "ER" and "The Pitt" have enough similarity that a lawsuit brought by the widow and estate of "ER" creator Michael Crichton alleging "The Pitt" is an unauthorized reboot can move forward.
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Acton says she has "no intention" of speaking to Ramaswamy
Dolly Parton's estate moves to dismiss lawsuit against nephew
Trump to attend Army-Navy football game next month, officials say
Trump asking advisers if Hegseth should go, sources say
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