Mexico’s Supreme Court decriminalizes abortion nationwide

The sweeping decision comes amid a trend in Latin America loosening restrictions on abortion even as access has been limited in the United States.

Georgia can resume enforcing ban on hormone replacement therapy for transgender youth, judge says

Georgia can resume enforcing a ban on hormone replacement therapy for transgender people under 18, a judge ruled Tuesday, putting her previous order blocking the ban on hold after a federal appeals court allowed Alabama to enforce a similar restriction.

Capitol physician: McConnell’s health episodes show 'no evidence' of being strokes or seizures

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell’s health episodes show “no evidence” of being strokes or seizures, the Capitol physician said in a letter released Tuesday after a medical evaluation and consultation with neurologists.

Congress returns to avoid government shutdown while Republicans weigh an impeachment inquiry

President Joe Biden and congressional leaders are focused on the passage of a months-long funding measure to keep government offices running while lawmakers iron out a budget.

The 2024 presidential campaign is coming into focus. It might look similar to last one

A rematch between President Joe Biden and Donald Trump might be on the horizon, raising the prospect of an uncertain election season that only strengthens the nation’s political divide.

Putin, North Korea's Kim Jong Un may meet in Russia this month, US official says

A U.S. official says North Korean leader Kim Jong Un may travel to Russia this month to meet with President Vladimir Putin as the Kremlin tries to acquire military equipment for use in its war in Ukraine.

In key South Carolina primary, Republican candidates search for path against Trump

Some campaigns are focusing on South Carolina, where the GOP primary is a last chance for many White House hopefuls to break through before Super Tuesday.

US government eager to renew powers to keep dangerous chemicals out of extremists’ hands

A program that allowed the Department of Homeland Security to inspect chemical facilities expired in July. But agency officials are calling on Congress to take action when it returns this week.

Bill Richardson, former New Mexico governor and UN ambassador, dies at 75

Before he was elected governor of New Mexico in 2002, Bill Richardson was U.N. ambassador and energy secretary under President Bill Clinton and served 14 years as a congressman.

Gov. Kemp won't call emergency session to investigate Fulton County DA

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp broke his silence Thursday about the recent call for an emergency session of the general assembly to investigate Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.

Election workers have gotten death threats and warnings they will be lynched: US government

More than a dozen people nationally have been charged with threatening election workers by a Justice Department unit trying to stem the tide of violent and graphic threats against people who count and secure the vote.

Trump pleads not guilty
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Former President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty in the Georgia election interference case. He has also waived his right to a first appearance.

Justice Clarence Thomas reports he took 3 trips on Republican donor's plane last year

The filing comes amid a heightened focus on ethics at the high court that stems from a series of reports revealing that Thomas has for years received undisclosed expensive gifts, including international travel.

New rule would make millions more workers eligible for overtime pay

The new rule would require employers to pay overtime to so-called white collar workers who make less than $55,000 a year.

Georgia's Democratic lawmakers report rise in threats

A number of state Democratic senators say they're concerned about a series of threats and harassing phone calls.

Did Coffee County breach put future elections at risk? Depends on who you ask

The role Coffee County played in the election racketeering case not only raised questions about a potential criminal enterprise but the integrity of future elections across the country.