Al Qaeda Terrorists: French Hostage Serge Lazarevic Released In Exchange For Mali Militants
Serge Lazarevic was reportedly freed in exchange for four terrorists, even though France has said it doesn't pay ransoms or conduct swaps.
Boko Haram Seen Behind Jos, Nigeria, Bombings; 13-Year-Old Girl With Suicide Vest Arrested In Kano
Boko Haram is believed to be behind the blasts, which came a day after a girl was arrested for wearing a suicide vest.
What's In The Budget? Food Stamp Funding Restored, Pell Grants Cut In 2015 Federal Spending Plan
The budget bill restores food stamp funding to 2012 levels, while Pell Grants take a $300 million hit.
2015 Budget Full Text: Read The Complete Federal Budget, Including Odd Funding Items [DOCUMENT]
Official portraits aren't funded in the new budget bill. Check out the full 2015 budget here.
Government Shutdown 2014: Will The Federal Government Shut Down Again?
Some Republicans don't think the budget bill punishes Obama enough, while Democrats are peeved about rollbacks to financial reform.
Would Chris Christie Beat Hillary Clinton? 2016 President Poll Shows NJ Governor Would Lose Home State To Former First Lady
New Jersey voters prefer Hillary Clinton to Chris Christie, 50 percent to 39 percent, according to a new poll.
'Illegal Amnesty' Lawsuit: Immigration Battle Joined By 4 More States Challenging Obama's Executive Actions
Arkansas, Michigan, North Dakota and Oklahoma are the newest states challenging Obama's executive orders on immigration.
House Benghazi Committee Hearing: State Department Says Embassies Are Safer Now Than Before Libya Attack
The second hearing of the House Select Committee on Benghazi focused on how security has improved since the 2012 terrorist attack.
Mexican Man Interrupts Malala Yousafzai Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony
The man reportedly said, "Please Malala ... Mexico," before being whisked away by security.
Poland On CIA Torture Report: We Had Secret Prison, But We Didn't Approve Torture
After years of denials, former Polish President Aleksander Kwasniewski now admits his country harbored a CIA black site used for torture.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei On CIA Torture Report: US Is 'Symbol Of Tyranny Against Humanity'
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei pointed out what he said was hypocrisy in the U.S. pushing for human rights but inhumanely treating terror detainees.
CIA Torture Report: Did Bush And Cheney Lie?
Ex-President George W. Bush and former Vice President Dick Cheney were misled about the CIA's interrogation program, a Senate committee found.
Who Is Dianne Feinstein, The Senator Behind The CIA Torture Report?
The CIA torture report may have the biggest impact on Dianne Feinstein's legacy in her 45 years in public office.
CIA Torture Report Includes 'Rectal Rehydration,' 'Rectal Feeding,' Other Brutal Interrogation Methods
Detainees under interrogation were subject to "rectal rehydration" and "rectal feeding," which were medically unnecessary and unapproved.
Who Is In The CIA Torture Report? George Tenet, Hassan Ghul And 6 Other Names To Know From Senate's Declassified Investigation
Former President George W. Bush and his administration officials are the main characters in the CIA torture scandal.
CIA Torture Report Release: Who Authorized Torture And Other Facts To Look For From Senate Enhanced Interrogation Investigation
Here are six things to look for in the U.S. Senate Intelligence Committee torture report, to be released Tuesday.
Hillary Clinton 2016 President Poll Shows Edge Over Mitt Romney, Ted Cruz, Chris Christie, Rand Paul And Jeb Bush
Voters viewed Clinton as a stronger leader and having a better vision for the future than five potential 2016 GOP candidates.
Is Waterboarding Torture? CIA Enhanced Interrogation Techniques Report May Fuel Attacks Against US
Terrorists might use the controversial report on torture to justify attacks against American targets.
Government Shutdown 2014: What Will Happen If The Federal Government Doesn't Pass A Budget
If there's a government shutdown Friday, national parks will close and hundreds of thousands of federal workers will be furloughed.
Militants Threaten Police 2014: Who Is The Ten Black Guerilla Family? History, Tattoos And Facts About The Gang Vowing To Shoot Cops
The Ten Black Guerilla Family is an offshoot of the Black Panthers. It was formed in a California prison and has since spread to the streets.
Luke Somers Rescue Attempt Won't Be Reviewed By Pentagon
The failed rescue attempt of Luke Somers is just the latest such operation to go bad.
What Is #CrimingWhileWhite? Twitter Hashtag Meant To Show Solidarity After Eric Garner Grand Jury Decision Angers Blacks
#CrimingWhileWhite may have good intentions, but some blacks see the Twitter hashtag as boasting.
Cleveland Crime Stats: Police Disproportionately Arrest More Blacks Compared With Whites
Blacks were arrested nearly three times as much as whites for drug crimes in Cleveland, despite data that shows both demographics use drugs at the same rate.
Obama Nominates Ash Carter For Defense Secretary, Hagel Skips Announcement
On Friday, defense secretary nominee Ashton Carter said he would give the president his "most candid strategic advice."
Ferguson 'Journey For Justice' March Protesters To Reach Missouri Capital
Protesters encountered a racist group on the 130-mile trek from Ferguson to Jefferson City, Missouri.
Who Is Ashton Carter? 5 Things To Know About Obama's Defense Secretary Nominee
He was a theoretical physicist and a Harvard University professor. And now he's about to become the secretary of defense.
Hillary Clinton On Eric Garner, Michael Brown: 'I Know That A Lot Of Hearts Are Breaking'
Tanks that can withstand roadside bombs "have no place on our streets," Clinton said.
White House Christmas Tree Lighting 2014: Live Stream, History And List Of Performers For National Ceremony [VIDEO]
The White House Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony is a 92-year-old tradition.
Eric Garner Death: How Obama, Holder And De Blasio Are Raising Visibility Of Police Killings
Police-involved killings are gaining attention in part because America's leaders know what it's like growing up black.
Bill De Blasio On Eric Garner Death: 'I Saw A Man Die Who Didn't Have To Die'
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city is in pain, but declined to say whether the cop involved in Eric Garner's death should have been indicted.
