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Obama Adviser Deese To Lead White House’s Supreme Court Process

Brian Deese was involved in leading the administration’s bailout of the U.S. auto industry and making budget deals with Congress

US Nuclear Weapons: Amid Threats From Russia, China, North Korea, $450B Modernization Program Pushed

A nuclear submarine prepares for docking at its base in Washington.

That's how much would need to be spent to replace the U.S. nuclear deterrent — and send a strong message to Russia, China and North Korea, the Pentagon says.

Supreme Court Controversy Update: Sandra Day O'Connor Says Obama Should Name Scalia's Replacement

The first female Supreme Court justice broke with Republicans on the issue of Antonin Scalia's replacement.

Bernie Sanders 'Presumptuous' On Race Relations, Congressional Black Caucus Member Says

The Vermont senator said Thursday night race relations would "absolutely" be better under his presidency than they have been.

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Obama Immigration Executive Action Update: Supreme Court To Review President’s Immigration Actions

A group of 26 states filed a lawsuit with the court, accusing the president of abusing his authority by circumventing Congress.

Amid Terror, Gun Violence Debate, Economy Is More Concerning For Americans, New Study Finds

Terrorism and gun violence were viewed as lesser worries in results of a Gallup poll released Thursday.

A Pakistani F-16 flies over the country's national flag.

Was US-Pakistan F-16 Deal Stopped? Congress Acts Over Fears Of Civilian Casualties

Pro-Indian lobbyists on Capitol Hill are thought to have asked Congress to stop the sale of eight F-16 Fighting Falcons to Pakistan.

King Abdullah Rejects Republican Invitation To Address House And Senate Lawmakers At Retreat

The king of Jordan could not meet with President Barack Obama this week due to scheduling conflicts, a White House official said.

Obama Fossil Fuel Fight? In State Of The Union, Obama Champions Science, Pushes For Climate Change Action

The president said people who do not believe in climate science will be lonely in his last State of the Union address Tuesday night.

2016 State Of The Union Live Stream: Watch President Obama Deliver His Last SOTU To Congress

As the president embarks on his last year in office, he is scheduled to address Congress at 9 p.m. EST Tuesday.

When Will Obama Close Guantanamo? With State Of The Union, President Has One Year Left To Fulfill Promise

With the start of President Barack Obama's last year in office, he's been cutting down Guantanamo's population, hoping to get it closed.

What Time Is The 2016 State Of The Union? How To Watch, Speech History And Other Cool Facts

The president is scheduled to deliver the last of his annual addresses to Congress at 9 p.m. EST Tuesday.

Will US Use Ground Troops Against ISIS? House Democrats Seek Compromise With Republicans

Several have proposals that would formally authorize the president to use ground troops in the fight against the Islamic State group.

Did Obama Diss Bernie Sanders? President's Gun Standards Could Mean He Wouldn't Support Sanders

Bernie Sanders, who has been criticized over his record on gun measures, could be in conflict with the president if he becomes the nominee.

College Costs 2016: Wealthiest Schools Could Risk Tax-Exempt Status Under New Financial Aid Proposal

“Potentially billions of dollars are at stake, and that gets people’s attention.”

NSA Did Not Spy On Congress Members During Iran Nuclear Debate, Top Intel Officials Say: Report

Two top U.S. intelligence officials disputed a newspaper's report that lawmakers were under surveillance during talks with Iran.

Obama Announces Executive Actions To Reduce Gun Violence: White House Seeks To Expand Background Checks, Enforcement

The president is set to announce executive actions Tuesday aimed at reducing gun violence in America.

San Bernardino Shooting Update: Tashfeen Malik's Green Card Application Noted She Was Pregnant

San Bernardino, California, terrorist Tashfeen Malik's application for U.S. residency indicated she was due to give birth in May 2015.

US Suspends $1.2B In Funding From Civil Asset Forfeiture Program To Police Departments

A program to use money from seized assets to finance law enforcement agencies was suspended in the omnibus spending bill.

What's In The Omnibus Spending Bill? Visa Waiver Access, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act Measures Slammed By ACLU

The American Civil Liberties Union said Wednesday that the federal funding bill will damage civil liberties in two key aspects.

US Congress Unveils Fiscal Deal To Avoid Shutdown, End Oil Export Ban

Congressional leaders have agreed on a fiscal plan that would avoid a government shutdown and lift the 40-year-old ban on crude oil exports.

H-1B, L-1 Visa Fees: Indian Companies May Soon Pay $2,000 To Sponsor Skilled Foreign Workers

The move comes as part of the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act, which funds treatment for 9/11 first responders.

Government Shutdown 2015: Will The Federal Government Shut Down Again?

Congress has avoided a government shutdown for the time being while lawmakers continue to negotiate on a separate $1.15 trillion spending and tax agreement.