Pete Buttigieg announces new rule to require two-person crews on trains

Washington — Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced a new rule on Tuesday requiring two-person crews on railroads in a move to bolster safety as rail regulation has come into the spotlight after the East Palestine, Ohio, derailment last year.  “This is a good day for the safety of rail workers, rail passengers and every American

Trump Briefly Appointed Jeff Clark Acting Attorney General Before Jan. 6: Attorney

President Trump reversed the decision later in the day after deciding against it. WASHINGTON—Three days into former Department of Justice (DOJ) official Jeff Clark’s disciplinary hearing, his lead counsel made a startling revelation about the events leading up to Jan. 6, 2021. It is well known that then-President Donald Trump considered elevating Mr. Clark to

Trump Briefly Appointed Jeff Clark Acting Attorney General Before Jan. 6, Attorney Confirms

President Trump reversed the decision later in the day after deciding against it. WASHINGTON—Three days into former Department of Justice (DOJ) official Jeff Clark’s disciplinary hearing, his lead counsel confirmed a detail about the events leading up to Jan. 6, 2021. It is well known that then-President Donald Trump considered elevating Mr. Clark to the

Biden speaks with China’s Xi in first call since November meeting

Washington — President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke by phone Tuesday, the White House said, marking the first time the two leaders have talked since they met in-person last November. The president and his Chinese counterpart discussed artificial intelligence, counternarcotics and climate issues, according to the White House’s summary of the call. A