Video of Clintons’ Epstein testimony released by House committee

Washington — The House Oversight Committee on Monday released video of last week’s depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton as part of its investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.  Hillary Clinton testified Thursday, while Bill Clinton appeared before the committee a day later.  The video of Bill

Melania Trump presides over U.N. Security Council meeting

Washington — First lady Melania Trump is presiding over Monday’s meeting of the United Nations Security Council in New York City about education’s role in “advancing tolerance and world peace,” as the U.S. military continues strikes in Iran.   In her opening remarks, the first lady offered “heartfelt condolences” for the families of lost service

Iran strikes highlight fractures in GOP ahead of war powers votes in Congress

Washington — Fractures within the Republican Party have become apparent as the GOP grapples with the massive U.S. and Israeli military operation launched on Iran over the weekend. And the breaks come as lawmakers face votes this week on whether to rein in President Trump’s ability to pursue further military action against Iran without congressional

Federal appeals court rejects DOJ’s push to delay start of tariff refund process

Washington — A federal appeals court on Monday declined to delay implementation of the Supreme Court ruling that invalidated most of President Trump’s tariffs, allowing next steps in processing of tariff refunds to begin swiftly, following the high court’s decision last month. The decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit clears