Matt Gaetz accused of sexual misconduct, drug use in scathing House Ethics report

The House Ethics Committee released a damning report accusing former Congressman Matt Gaetz of paying women, including a 17-year-old, for sex, using illicit drugs, and participating in sex-filled parties while in office.

A look at all the Bidens' White House Christmases

This year, the White House celebrates the holiday with "A Season of Peace and Light." Here’s a look back at the Bidens’ White House Christmases over the past four years.

Biden gives life in prison to most federal death row inmates: What to know

President Joe Biden commuted the sentences of 37 of the 40 people on federal death row, converting their punishments to life imprisonment.

Phoenix man arrested for alleged role in Jan. 6 riot
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David Crosby, 35, is accused of assaulting officers during the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol. According to court documents, Crosby confronted police and rammed them into bike racks that were being used as a barricade. Two officers eventually sprayed Crosby with a chemical agent. Crosby faces multiple charges.

McConnell falls, sprains wrist after GOP luncheon

Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell was walking out of a luncheon on Tuesday when he tripped and fell.

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
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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
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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."