Wendy Williams 'permanently incapacitated,' TMZ reports

Wendy Williams is reportedly "permanently incapacitated" due to her battle with dementia, according to her guardian. 

2 Minnesota turkeys pardoned by President Joe Biden

Two turkeys named Peach and Blossom from Minnesota have been pardoned by President Joe Biden. 

GOP takes control of Washington
video

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.

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.

WATCH: US Congress holds UFO hearing

Congress is holding a hearing on Wednesday to discuss “Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena" – also known as UFOs. 

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?

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.

Sen. John Thune becomes next Senate majority leader

Sen. John Thune of South Dakota is the new majority leader. He'll replace longtime GOP leader Mitch McConnell, who is stepping aside from the job after nearly two decades.

Biden, Trump meet in Oval Office
video

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.

Biden addresses nation after Trump's win: "America endures"

President Biden said now that the heated election is over, he hopes Americans can come together and “bring down the temperature."

Atlanta Delta flight to DC diverted to NC due to 'odor'

A Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta to Washington D.C. was forced to divert to a North Carolina airport due to a smell in the cabin.

When will Trump be sworn in? What to know after Election Day 2024

Donald Trump was elected as the 47th President of the United States, defeating Kamala Harris in a historic comeback after losing four years ago.

How many electoral votes does each swing state have? PA, GA, NC called for Trump

As votes are counted and polls close across America, Google Trends data shows that many are wondering which states does their preferred candidate need to win to take the presidency.

How does the Electoral College work?

The electoral college consists of 538 members, one for each U.S. senator and representative.

Man with blowtorch, manifesto arrested at Capitol visitor center: officials

The U.S. Capitol Police arrested a man who smelled like fuel and was carrying a torch and flare gun at the Capitol Visitor Center in D.C.