33 minutes ago | Slate | 2 articles

The senator from Nebraska said some Republican leaders “thought they could preach the Constitution while winking at QAnon.”
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Trump Pushed the Limits of the U.S. Legal System: Here's How It Held Up

51 minutes ago | Bloomberg

The president who ignored precedent challenged the Constitution. Overall, the system held, but many of the issues raised will debated for years to come.
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GOP Senator Ben Sasse warned that the QAnon conspiracy theory movement is destroying the Republican Party

4 hours ago | Business Insider | 2 articles

Summary List Placement Republican Sen. Ben Sasse of Nebraska has warned that the QAnon conspiracy theory movement is destroying the GOP in a blistering op-ed for The...
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EXPLAINER: Italy faces a political crisis amid a pandemic

6 hours ago | My Sanantonio

MILAN - Former Italian Premier Matteo Renzi is testing his already low popularity by provoking a political crisis that could bring down Italy's coalition government at a...
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Citing Taylor Swift, Supreme Court Seems Set to Back Nominal Damages Suits

22 hours ago | NY Times

Three justices discussed the singer in a case over whether two students could sue their college for violating their First Amendment rights.
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Today in history: Jan. 16

1 day ago | Arizona Daily Star

Prohibition began in the United States as the 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution took effect, one year to the day after its ratification, and more events that happened on...
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NRA declares bankruptcy, plans to incorporate in Texas

1 day ago | WGN TV | 6 articles

AUSTIN, Texas - The National Rifle Association announced Friday it has filed for bankruptcy and will seek to incorporate the nation's most politically influential gun-rights...
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National Rifle Association Files For Bankruptcy, Announces Plan To Move To Texas

1 day ago | CBS | 4 articles

DALLAS - The National Rifle Association filed a voluntary petition for chapter 11 bankruptcy in federal court in Dallas on Friday, Jan 15. In a letter to members, NRA Executive...
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House Republicans Vote Against Accountability For Deadly Insurrection At Capitol

1 day ago | DCCC

Despite Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy's admission that President Trump was responsible for Wednesday's insurrection at the Capitol that killed five individuals - including a...
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We Need the Electoral College Now More Than Ever

2 days ago | Real Clear Politics

If you've ever wondered why America needs the Electoral College, the state-by-state process for electing a president, look no further than the angry mob that attacked the U.S...
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Vice President-elect Harris to resign her Senate seat Monday

Democrat Alex Padilla, now California's secretary of state, will serve the final two years of Harris' term. Read more ...

Harris Will Leave Senate Seat Monday, Set To Return As Tie-Breaking Vice...

The vice president-elect will be sworn in on Wednesday by Justice Sonia Sotomayor, both women of color who broke barriers. As vice president, Harris will tip control of the... Read more ...

Man uses stimulus check to donate food to neighbors in need

Manuel Foggie said during this pandemic he's been blessed not to miss a meal but knows many others are struggling to keep up with bills. Read more ...

Rams' defense struggles with injury hindering Donald

GREEN BAY, Wis. - As the Los Angeles Rams' fate became distressingly clear in the final minutes of Saturday's game, cameras showed a tearful Aaron Donald on the sideline. Read more ...

Bumble removed its political views filter after women reported Capitol...

The quest to find a potential date never stops. Read more ...

Lizzie Borden house hits the market for $2 million

If you're fascinated by unsolved 19th century murders and have $2 million burning a hole in your pocket, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Read more ...

Friday was the last day for the IRS to send $600 stimulus payment

A financial advisor explains what you should do if you didn't receive your $600 stimulus payment by Friday's deadline. Read more ...

State capitols boarded up, fenced off, patrolled by troops

Chain-link fencing surrounds state capitols and police and National Guard troops are on patrol or standby in advance of possible violence leading up to the inauguration of... Read more ...

Videocast: Passing light snow showers Sunday

A few flurries or passing snow showers Sunday. Impacts are small, but a few slick spots are possible early. Read more ...

Russian-flagged ship reportedly sinks off Turkish coast, crew awaiting...

A Russian dry cargo vessel has reportedly sank in the Black Sea not far from the Turkish coast. Preliminary reports say the crew managed to get into lifeboats, with a rescue... Read more ...