election 2024

The recount underway in Pennsylvania's U.S. Senate race marks the end of a chaotic post-election period that has become the latest example of how disputed election rules can expose weak points in a core function of American democracy.

Rathmell plans to reduce food insecurity and improve access to mental health care. She also wants to increase affordable housing units and reform the city’s housing code enforcement system.

Republicans have officially won a full trifecta of power in Washington, D.C., following GOP victories in several key U.S. House contests.

Republican Rep. Marc Molinaro lost to his Democratic challenger Josh Riley by just over 5,000 votes, according to unofficial results. In a video released by his campaign Tuesday evening, he thanked volunteers, supporters and staff, and congratulated Riley.

Republicans have chosen Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., as the next party leader, launching a new era for the GOP after nearly two decades with Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., leading the party in the Senate.

President Biden and President-elect Trump met for almost two hours and discussed a funding bill that Congress needs to pass by Dec. 21, as well as ongoing support for Ukraine, the White House said.

The ballot proposal will change the way members are appointed to the commission. The commission is meant to investigate claims of discrimination in the city, but it has been sitting empty since 2016.

Voters really don't like inflation. In fact, whenever there's a sustained jump in the cost of living, the party in power often pays a price.

Trump's return to the White House raises questions about whether the country will continue working on global climate initiatives.

Eight years ago, Hillary Clinton supporters gathered at her alma mater hoping to celebrate the election of first female U.S. president. We tracked down two of the tiniest fans to check back in.