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What to know from Pete Hegseth's fiery confirmation hearing
Read full article: What to know from Pete Hegseth's fiery confirmation hearingPresident-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Defense Secretary is facing senators for the first time after weeks of questions from Democrats and praise from Republicans about his “unconventional” resume.
Gov. Greg Abbott threatens Texas A&M president’s job over claim that university broke DEI ban
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott threatens Texas A&M president’s job over claim that university broke DEI banAbbott's comments came after A&M invited staffers and students to attend a conference that a conservative activist said broke the state’s ban on diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Biden health officials say they built up US pandemic defenses. Trump promises changes
Read full article: Biden health officials say they built up US pandemic defenses. Trump promises changesThe Biden administration is releasing a “roadmap” for maintaining government defenses against infectious diseases, just as President-elect Donald Trump pledges to dismantle some of them.
Biden is packing up to leave the White House. But what about any classified documents?
Read full article: Biden is packing up to leave the White House. But what about any classified documents?The last time Joe Biden packed up and left office, he took with him tens of thousands of papers from his decades in public service.
Blinken makes case for post-war reconstruction, security and governance of Gaza
Read full article: Blinken makes case for post-war reconstruction, security and governance of GazaSecretary of State Antony Blinken has made a last-minute case for a plan for the post-war reconstruction and governance of Gaza as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas appears tantalizingly close to completion.
World Economic Forum says Trump to take part virtually in Davos meeting, days after inauguration
Read full article: World Economic Forum says Trump to take part virtually in Davos meeting, days after inaugurationThe World Economic Forum’s president says U.S. President Donald Trump will take part virtually in the annual meeting in Davos just days after his inauguration.
The Latest: Pete Hegseth is combative as he faces questions from senators in confirmation hearing
Read full article: The Latest: Pete Hegseth is combative as he faces questions from senators in confirmation hearingDonald Trump’s cabinet picks are beginning their nomination process this week, starting with Trump’s choice for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth.
Biden signs executive order aimed at growing AI infrastructure in the US
Read full article: Biden signs executive order aimed at growing AI infrastructure in the USPresident Joe Biden has signed an ambitious executive order on artificial intelligence that seeks to ensure the infrastructure needed for advanced AI operations like data centers can be built quickly and at scale in the United States.
Live updates: Texas lawmakers expected to elect a House speaker as 2025 session opens
Read full article: Live updates: Texas lawmakers expected to elect a House speaker as 2025 session opensA new, 140-day legislative session begins at noon. A contentious race to lead the Legislature’s lower chamber is expected to be decided.
The Texas Legislature is back. Here’s what we’re watching.
Read full article: The Texas Legislature is back. Here’s what we’re watching.From debating school vouchers and improving the state’s water supply to reining in property taxes, the GOP-led body will look to pass its conservative priorities amid fighting within the party.
An American tradition: Defeated candidates attending the president-elect's inauguration
Read full article: An American tradition: Defeated candidates attending the president-elect's inaugurationIn January 1981, Jimmy Carter nodded politely toward Ronald Reagan at the Republican's inauguration.
What to watch as Pete Hegseth faces questions about his experience and personal past
Read full article: What to watch as Pete Hegseth faces questions about his experience and personal pastDefense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth will publicly face senators on Tuesday for the first time after weeks of privately pushing back on criticism over his qualifications and personal past.
Pete Hegseth vows a 'warrior culture' if confirmed as Trump's defense secretary, confronting critics
Read full article: Pete Hegseth vows a 'warrior culture' if confirmed as Trump's defense secretary, confronting criticsPete Hegseth vows to bring “warrior culture’” to the military if confirmed as President-elect Donald Trump’s defense secretary pick.
Prosecutor who investigated Hunter Biden defends probes, denounces president's remarks in new report
Read full article: Prosecutor who investigated Hunter Biden defends probes, denounces president's remarks in new reportThe special counsel who brought criminal charges against Hunter Biden says the probes were “the culmination of thorough, impartial investigations, not partisan politics.”.