What to know about Kristi Noem, the ‘border hawk’ nominated by Trump to lead DHS
President-elect Trump has chosen South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem to lead the Department of Homeland Security. This is what to know about her background.
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GOP Rep. Michael McCaul ‘briefly detained’ by police at airport for ‘appearing intoxicated’
GOP Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas said he was detained by police at Dulles International Airport after he became disoriented from mixing Ambien with alcohol.
EPA’s new rule to charge oil and gas companies for emissions could face a Trump reckoning
The EPA on Tuesday announced a final rule to charge oil and gas companies for emissions, but opponents say it could face obstacles under the incoming GOP administration.
Matt Gaetz faces GOP Senate opposition after Trump selection for attorney general
Florida GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz's selection by President-elect Trump for attorney general led to immediate pushback from some Republicans, who forecast a bleak outlook for a confirmation.
McClain elected to replace Stefanik in House GOP leadership
House Republicans are holding elections to choose their round of leaders for the 119th Congress.
Democratic politician repeatedly insults officer’s manhood during DUI arrest
A Democratic elected official was arrested in Chicago after allegedly causing a three-car pileup and making inappropriate comments about the arresting officer’s penis.
North Carolina to override Dem veto calling for cooperation with ICE while Trump calls for agency reform
Republicans in North Carolina plan to override Gov. Roy Cooper's veto of an immigration and school choice bill in their closing days of session.