Rep. Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress amid Trump nomination

Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz's resignation effectively ends an ethics probe into allegations of sex trafficking against him launched by the Justice Department.

Trump calls to 'disband' the Department of Education

President-elect Donald Trump repeatedly mentioned "disbanding" and "de-powering" the Department of Education during his campaign. What does that mean for you?

Trump picks Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State

Florida's senior senator is getting a promotion. President-elect Donald Trump nominated Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State. 

Doctors say birth control, abortion pill requests have surged since election

Doctors saw a similar spike in birth control requests after Donald Trump was elected in 2016, “but the patients seem more afraid this time."

Tariffs, Courts & Cabinet Pick
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As Donald Trump and Joe Biden meet in a historic Oval Office encounter, Battleground examines the key policies that will shape Trump's second term. From controversial tariff plans that could impact consumer prices to potential Supreme Court nominations that could reshape the judiciary for decades, S.E. Cupp explores what's ahead. Plus, breaking news on major cabinet appointments including Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary and the surprising new roles for Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy in a reimagined feder

Sen. John Thune becomes next Senate majority leader

Sen. John Thune of South Dakota is the new majority leader. He'll replace longtime GOP leader Mitch McConnell, who is stepping aside from the job after nearly two decades.

Pete Hegseth for defense secretary: Trump nomination catches DC off guard

Pete Hegseth’s nomination as defense secretary stunned much of the Pentagon and Washington, D.C. as Trump passed on established national security heavy-hitters.

Trump taps Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to lead Department of Government Efficiency

President-elect Trump announced Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy as the leaders of his new Department of Government Efficiency, aiming to reduce federal waste and bureaucracy.

Live House election results: What GOP needs for majority

As of Tuesday, Republicans had won 216 seats to Democrats’ 206, according to election results by the Associated Press.

Trump nominates FOX News host, Army veteran Pete Hegseth for defense secretary

President-elect Donald Trump is moving to build out his foreign policy team, announcing he is nominating Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary.

Who will be Trump’s new press secretary?

As President-elect Donald Trump assembles his administration, speculation surrounds his choice for press secretary, a role that handles media briefings on presidential activities and agenda.

Battleground Ep. 78 | Trump Cabinet 2024
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As Donald Trump's second administration takes shape, Battleground delivers an exclusive look at the key players and policies that will define the next four years. From Marco Rubio's surprise appointment as Secretary of State to the implications of a potential Republican trifecta in Washington, S.E. Cupp examines how Trump's agenda could reshape America. Plus, a deep dive into Trump's evolving relationship with Big Tech executives and what his mass deportation plans could mean for Michigan's crucial auto i

Judge delays ruling on whether to dismiss Trump's hush money conviction

A federal judge has delayed ruling on Trump’s felony conviction in his hush money case on the basis of presidential immunity that was issued by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Georgia Sec. of State says election during certification day press conference

Over 5 million Georgians turned out to vote in the recent election, setting a new record and marking a significant achievement celebrated today at the State Capitol.

Supreme Court rejects push to move Georgia case against ex-Trump chief of staff Mark Meadows

The Supreme Court refused Tuesday to let former Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows move the election interference case against him in Georgia to federal court, where he would have argued he was immune from prosecution.

Here it is: The final 2024 electoral map

President-elect Donald Trump had a historic comeback in the 2024 election after losing four years ago to President Joe Biden. Here's a look at the final 2024 electoral map.