President Trump

Disney World Adds Trump Animatronic Figure, But Likeness Is Lacking

3:29pm December 19, 2017

by Camila Domonoske

The Hall of Presidents is updated with a new robot for every new leader. So it's not the presence of President Trump that is raising eyebrows. It's ... well, it's his face.

President Trump discusses his national security strategy in a speech on Monday. Trump's strategy is built around four pillars: protecting the homeland, promoting prosperity, peace through strength, and advancing American influence.

Trump Outlines His Blueprint For Military And Foreign Policy

5:59pm December 18, 2017

by Scott Horsley

President Trump set out his national security strategy Monday, stressing strong defense, homeland protection and economic prosperity. It could help guide decisions on defense spending and trade talks.

Matthew Petersen has withdrawn himself from consideration for a U.S. district court position.

Politics & Government

Judicial Nominee Who Stumbled In Hearing Withdraws

5:48pm December 18, 2017

by Brian Naylor

A video of Matthew Petersen's confirmation hearing went viral after he was unable to answer basic legal questions. The White House says President Trump has accepted his withdrawal from consideration.

President Trump has won over religious conservatives with promises of Supreme Court nominees, hard-line support for Israel and a host of other items.

Why Trump Continues To Forge An Unlikely Bond With Religious Conservatives

2:12pm December 18, 2017

by Ron Elving

It is not that conservative evangelicals think Trump is one of them, but rather that they believe he is being used by God. As the Bible says, "By their fruits ye shall know them." (Matthew 7:20)

Russian President Vladimir Putin is seen at his annual news conference, in an image released by the Kremlin.

World News

'Why Do You Have This Spy Hysteria?' Putin Asks At Annual News Conference

10:19am December 14, 2017

by Bill Chappell

"They undermine their own nation," Russian President Vladimir Putin said of President Trump's American critics. The news conference went on for nearly four hours.

Democrat Doug Jones greets supporters before his victory speech Tuesday night. Jones defeated controversial Republican Roy Moore to become the first Democratic senator elected from Alabama in 25 years.

5 Takeaways From The Stunning Alabama Senate Election

3:53pm December 13, 2017

by Mara Liasson

A Democrat had not been elected to the Senate from Alabama in a quarter century. It happened Tuesday night. Here's what it all means.

Omarosa Manigault Newman was cast as a villain in The Apprentice by Donald Trump, who then brought her to the White House.

Politics & Government

White House Aide Omarosa Manigault Newman Resigning

3:20pm December 13, 2017

by Brian Naylor

The former Apprentice contestant is stepping down effective Jan. 20, according to the White House, where she was the highest-ranking African-American.

Republican Senate candidate Roy Moore rides in on a horse to vote and is pictured preparing to tie it up.

What To Watch For And What's At Stake In The Alabama Senate Race

2:26pm December 12, 2017

by Domenico Montanaro

No matter what happens in Alabama on Tuesday, it will have consequences that stretch from Birmingham to the Beltway.

A supporter of Republican senatorial candidate Roy Moore attends a campaign rally at Oak Hollow Farm in Fairhope, Ala., on Dec. 5. Moore faces Democrat Doug Jones on Tuesday.

A Timeline Of Plot Twists And Bombshells: How We Got To Election Day In Alabama

5:00am December 12, 2017

by Brakkton Booker

Yes, the race is between Republican Roy Moore and Democrat Doug Jones. But this contest touches on scandals involving sexual misconduct, President Trump's influence and Democratic hopes for 2018.

President Trump Is Sending NASA Back To The Moon

4:23pm December 11, 2017

by Nell Greenfieldboyce

"Space Policy Directive 1," which Trump signed Monday, sees Mars as the ultimate destination. But analysts wonder whether money will follow to support the plan.