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Why the Fed is planning to hike interest rates for real this timeFederal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen flags the first of three expected rate hikes this year, citing the strengthening job market and rising inflation.
Trump, Russia, and the seriousness of smokeAs reports of contacts with Russia emerge, the president's denials and counterattacks create the impression that the administration has something to hide.
FocusWhy Evangelicals are Trump's strongest travel-ban supportersNew polls show that, while support for a travel ban has dropped among most religious faiths, it has grown among Evangelicals – a sign of their cultural evolution and growing bond with the Trump administration.
First LookCould a 'Facebook' for democracy help save American politics?Political scientists say how we debate, vote, and change our minds can be put to work in an ambitious plan for improving the political process and combat polarization.
First LookIn first public office role, Ben Carson confirmed by Senate to lead HUDThis will be Carson's first time holding political office. He and Republicans have pointed to his personal experience being raised on public assistance in inner-city Detroit to explain his selection for the role.
The Trump administration’s deepening Russia problemOngoing revelations about the Trump team’s communications with Russian officials are causing Democrats and even some Republicans to call for a more intensive investigation.
Can Trump and Congress turn outreach into legislation?President Trump has opened lines of communication with Congress – though mostly his own party. But it’s time to go from glad-handing to handling policy details, political scientists say.
First LookWhite House says no further discipline for Kellyanne Conway is neededA letter from White House counsel to the Office of Government Ethics says Conway is 'highly unlikely' to endorse Ivanka Trump's clothing line again after a review of ethics rules.
How would 'merit-based' systems change US immigration?Points-based immigration systems are in place in most wealthy countries. But if they function smoothly, it's because of bureaucrats.
Tea party's bid to 'make the establishment great again'After eight years of trying to bring down Washington elites, the populist movement finds itself in an unfamiliar position: holding the levers of power.
First LookCould Trump pave the way for ... President Oprah?Ms. Winfrey, who previously swore she would never run for president, says President Trump's election has made her rethink whether she could win the White House.
The presidential Trump emerges, for a nightAfter a blustery start to his presidency, Trump delivered a speech to Congress that projected a more optimistic view of America's path forward. But Democrats remain concerned.
Trump says GOP is now party of the working class. Is he right?Trump, who speaks to Congress tonight, has positioned himself and the GOP as the champion of the working class. But it’s possible that in the end conservatism will change Trump, rather than the other way round.
First LookOhio review finds evidence of non-citizen voting – in very small numbersOhio Secretary of State Jon Husted says his office has identified 82 non-US citizens who voted illegally voted in recent elections in the state.
First LookAP-NORC poll: Teens cynical about politics, yet many remain hopefulA survey of US children ages 13 to 17 finds that America's teens are nearly as politically disillusioned as their parents, yet they are also somewhat more likely to say that America's best days lie ahead.
First LookGeorge W. Bush weighs in on Trump's administration. Is he breaking tradition?Former President George W. Bush voiced his support for a free press, and said Americans 'need answers' on the administration's alleged ties to Russia, but avoided directly criticizing the new president.
The problem with the claim that President Trump is on a 'dictatorial path'There is no evidence so far that Trump's use of executive power exceeds Obama's. The travel ban is a key test case.
Trump and the rise of the extreme rightLeaders of extreme right and hate groups say they feel empowered by President Trump, who gives them confidence to speak openly.
How a Delaware state Senate campaign attracted more than 1,000 volunteersStephanie Hansen's special election victory on Saturday ensured that Democrats will maintain control of the Delaware state Senate. But she didn't do it alone.
