Iran's Foreign Minister: U.S. 'Not Serious' About Defeating Islamic State
In an interview with NPR, Mohammad Javad Zarif says the U.S. has been hesitant and contradictory in its approach to defeating the Islamist insurgency.
Politics & Government
Sen. Kaine's Bill Would Limit Obama's Options Against ISIS
Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine is introducing legislation that would authorize use of military force against the Islamic State including language that strictly limits the deployment of U.S. ground forces.
Congressional Panels Chastise NHTSA Over GM Ignition Problems
Committees are looking at the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration after questions arose about how it handles recalls, including General Motors' recall over faulty ignition switches.
Congress Thrust Into Election-Year Debate Over ISIS Plan
The House of Representatives is scheduled to vote Wednesday on whether to train and arm Syrian rebels fighting against the self-described Islamic State militant group.
House Passes Bill That Authorizes Arming Syrian Rebels
Even though it was backed by both party leaders, the vote split politicians within their own ranks. The final tally on the narrow military measure was 273 to 156.
Obama Renews Pledge To Keep Combat Forces Out Of Iraq, Syria
President Obama's remarks came as Congress votes to approve more military trainers in the region to aide the fight against the group that calls itself the Islamic State.
Senator Burr To Run For Third Term
North Carolina Sen. Richard Burr says he's expecting to run for a third U.S. Senate term in 2016.
Burr essentially confirmed Wednesday the comments he made to a Washington-based political publication that he would seek re-election.
House Poised To Vote On Arming, Training Syrian Rebels
The expected vote on whether to authorize the Obama administration's plan to arm and train moderate fighters comes as the president meets with military officials at U.S. Central Command.
Rep. Gowdy To Lead New Benghazi Committee In First Public Hearing
House lawmakers will give the Sept. 11 attacks in Libya two years ago a fresh look. Wednesday's hearing will be the first public one since Gowdy, R-S.C., became head of a special Benghazi committee.
Obama Gives New Details On America's Effort To Fight Ebola
The president announced a "major increase" in the U.S. response to the outbreak, including a new military command center in Liberia, and sending medical professionals from the U.S. to field hospitals.