President Biden pushes assault weapons ban following Half Moon Bay mass shooting

President Joe Biden on Tuesday said not only was he praying for those killed in the latest mass shooting in Half Moon Bay, but he has directed his administration to ensure the city that they have the "full support of the federal government in the wake of this heinous attack."

Vice President Mike Pence discovered classified documents in Indiana home

Vice President Mike Pence informed Congress Tuesday that he discovered documents bearing classified markings in his Carmel, Indiana, home on Jan. 16 from his time as vice president. 

'Diamond' of pro-Trump commentary duo died of heart disease

The cause of her death, which was not released by the family, had become a topic of widespread speculation. A torrent of social media users suggested COVID-19 was to blame.

DeSantis calls for teacher pay hikes, partisan school elections while attacking unions

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday called for another round of teacher pay hikes, while taking aim at teachers unions and calling for partisan elections and stricter term limits for school-board members.

Florida’s rejection of Black history course stirs debate

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis reiterated Monday the state’s rejection of a proposed nationwide advanced African American studies course, saying it pushes a political agenda — something three authors cited in the state’s criticism accused him of doing in return.

Jeff Bezos might sell Washington Post to buy the Washington Commanders: report

Jeff Bezos, Amazon founder and owner of the Washington Post, could sell the newspaper and buy the Washington Commanders, according to a report in the New York Post.

Elon Musk takes witness stand to defend Tesla buyout tweets

Elon Musk was summoned to court Friday to defend a 2018 tweet claiming he had lined up the financing to take Tesla private in a deal that never came close to happening.

Warren vs. DeSantis: Ousted Florida state attorney cannot legally be reinstated by U.S. court, judge rules

A federal judge has dismissed Andrew Warren's lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis, months after he was suspended as Hillsborough State Attorney. The judge said this is a Florida matter and is unable to reinstate Warren under his jurisdiction.

By the numbers: A look at President Biden's first 2 years in office

President Joe Biden notches two years in office on Friday, Jan. 20. The story of the first half of his term, at least by the numbers, is a mixed bag.

Judge fines Trump, lawyer for 'frivolous' Clinton lawsuit

In a blistering filing, U.S. District Judge Donald M. Middlebrooks accused Trump of a "pattern of abuse of the courts" for filing frivolous lawsuits for political purposes, which he said "undermines the rule of law" and "amounts to obstruction of justice."

Twitter auctions off blue bird memorabilia, pricey furniture

After slashing the company’s workforce, falling behind on rent and contract obligations, Twitter under the mercurial billionaire of Elon Musk is now auctioning off memorabilia.

Elon Musk depicted as liar and visionary during Tesla tweet trial

The descriptions of Elon Musk emerged Wednesday in a trial focused on a Tesla buyout that didn’t occur. The case focused on two tweets indicating that Musk lined up the financing to take Tesla private at a time when the automaker’s stock was slumping.

Gov. DeSantis vows to shield doctors' speech on COVID-19

After a similar proposal died last year, Gov. Ron DeSantis vowed Tuesday to pass a measure that would shield physicians from being disciplined for expressing views on issues such as COVID-19.

White House defends its delayed disclosure of classified docs found in Biden's home

The White House is brushing aside criticism of its fragmented disclosures about the discovery of classified documents and official records at President Joe Biden’s home and former office.

Elon Musk drama shifts from Twitter to tweets about billion-dollar Tesla buyout

Elon Musk claimed in a 2018 tweet that he had lined up the financing to pay for a $72 billion buyout of Tesla. But the buyout never materialized.

Biden classified documents: Lawyers find more at Wilmington home

The White House said Saturday that lawyers for Biden found more classified documents at his home in Delaware than previously known.