Photos: 'Whole town went and dissolved into ashes,' Hawaii lieutenant governor says
In Maui, a fast-moving wildfire decimated the town of Lahaina. Historical losses includes one of the largest banyan trees in the U.S.
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Three-quarters of Republicans prioritize the economy over climate change
In the latest NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll, the record temperatures this summer don't have Republicans heated as confidence in institutions takes a hit and President Biden has challenges ahead.
Judge says she's not ready to accept Hunter Biden's plea deal
Judge Maryellen Noreika demanded that the lawyers from both sides make clear that the deal does not convey broad immunity offered to Biden from prosecution on his business dealings.
McCarthy says info about Biden family 'rises to level of an impeachment inquiry'
The House speaker says Republicans may launch an impeachment inquiry into President Biden. House GOP members have been investigating allegations of financial misconduct related to his son, Hunter.
Biden nominates Adm. Lisa Franchetti to be chief of naval operations
President Biden has nominated Adm. Lisa Franchetti to be the next chief of naval operations. If confirmed she'd be the first woman who would serve in that role and on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Top House Democrats reject Rep. Jayapal's comments calling Israel a 'racist state'
The Washington Democrat walked back comments she made over the weekend in which she called Israel a "racist state."
Biden's sleep apnea has led him to use a CPAP machine at night
After reporters noticed marks on the president's face Wednesday morning, the White House disclosed that the president started using a CPAP machine a few weeks ago.
Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin, free from cancer, weighs a Senate run
Raskin has given himself until July 4th to announce his plans. He's weighing a run for the U.S. Senate after going into remission following intensive cancer treatment.
In historic bid, transgender Delaware state senator launches congressional campaign
If elected, Sarah McBride, 32, would be the first transgender person to serve in Congress. She is running for the at-large seat held by Democratic Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester.
Trump's advantages are huge in the 2024 GOP primary right now
President Biden meanwhile has seen his approval rating stabilize and is well liked among Democrats, though he faces challenges with independents and younger voters.