GOP takes control of Washington
Republicans regained control of the Senate for the first time in four years, and key close races in the House were called Wednesday night to keep the GOP in control there as well.
Republican Rep. Juan Ciscomani wins reelection to Arizona U.S. House seat
Ciscomani defeated Democrat Kirsten Engel in the race for Arizona’s 6th Congressional District, which runs from Tucson east to the New Mexico state line and includes a stretch of the Arizona-Mexico border.
Republicans gain control of presidency, House and Senate
With Republicans now holding full control of the government, they have a clear path to pursue major immigration reforms, tax cuts, and judicial appointments, all aligned with President-elect Donald Trump's agenda.
Rep. Matt Gaetz resigns from Congress after Donald Trump nominates him for Attorney General
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz has resigned from Congress, hours after President-elect Donald Trump announced he would be nominated for Attorney General.
Trump calls to 'disband' the Department of Education
President-elect Donald Trump repeatedly mentioned "disbanding" and "de-powering" the Department of Education during his campaign. What does that mean for you?
Trump picks Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State
Florida's senior senator is getting a promotion. President-elect Donald Trump nominated Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State.
Biden, Trump meet at the White House for transition talks
Before he comes back for good on Inauguration Day, Donald Trump returned to the White House briefly at the invitation of President Joe Biden.
Melania Trump plans to live at White House part time: Report
During Melania Trump' s second go-around as first lady, she only plans to live at the White House part time, according to a report.
Trump cabinet selections: See the latest nominations
President-elect Donald Trump has announced several picks for key roles in his second administration.
Donald Trump’s new administration: Who has he chosen so far?
The president-elect is starting to fill out key positions in his administration including selecting Susie Wiles as his new chief of staff. Here are some of his other picks.
Biden, Trump hold meeting at the White House
Following last week's election, President-elect Trump met with outgoing President Joe Biden on Wednesday, in a meeting that did not happen in 2020 when Biden defeated Trump that year. Reporter Rebekah Castor has more, from Washington.
Biden, Trump meet in Oval Office
President-elect Donald Trump returned to the White House on Wednesday morning, where he met President Joe Biden in the Oval Office. The presidents were expected to discuss transition from one administration to the other, after Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the election.
Pete Hegseth for defense secretary: Trump nomination catches DC off guard
Pete Hegseth’s nomination as defense secretary stunned much of the Pentagon and Washington, D.C. as Trump passed on established national security heavy-hitters.
How does Pete Hegseth's experience compare to previous defense secretaries?
The nomination of Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defense secretary has left many wondering how his experience compares to people who have previously served.
Trump taps Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to lead Department of Government Efficiency
President-elect Trump announced Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy as the leaders of his new Department of Government Efficiency, aiming to reduce federal waste and bureaucracy.
Judge recuses himself in Arizona fake elector case after urging response to attacks on Kamala Harris
A judge recused himself Tuesday from presiding over Arizona’s fake electors case after an email surfaced in which he told fellow judges to speak out against attacks on Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign for the presidency.
AZ judge recuses himself from 'fake electors' case
A judge recuses himself from presiding over Arizona's fake electors case. An email from Maricopa County Judge Bruce Cohen surfaced, in which he reportedly told fellow judges to speak out against attacks on Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign. In the email, Judge Cohen says he should have spoken out when Harris was called a "DEI hire."
Trump nominates FOX News host, Army veteran Pete Hegseth for defense secretary
President-elect Donald Trump is moving to build out his foreign policy team, announcing he is nominating Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary.
Latest Trump appointments; shocking update in missing woman's case | Nightly Roundup
From the latest appointments made by President-elect Donald Trump to a shocking update in the case of a missing Phoenix area woman, here's a look at some of our top stories.
Who will be Trump’s new press secretary?
As President-elect Donald Trump assembles his administration, speculation surrounds his choice for press secretary, a role that handles media briefings on presidential activities and agenda.