Democratic wins could help Biden’s legislative agenda

President-elect Joe Biden’s victory in November was tempered by concerns that he would face Republican opposition in the Senate that could stymie him at every turn.

The Issue Is Podcast: Rep. Norma Torres and journalist Anna Palmer

As pro-Trump supporters overtook the U.S. Capitol, California Congresswoman Norma Torres was trapped inside the House Chamber. Journalist Anna Palmer discusses what's next for President Trump.

The Issue Is: Rep. Norma Torres and journalist Anna Palmer
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As pro-Trump supporters overtook the U.S. Capitol, California Congresswoman Norma Torres was trapped inside the House Chamber.

Rep. Norma Torres recounts barricading inside House Chamber during deadly riots

Wednesday's horrific situation brought back memories of her childhood in Guatemala, where after being shot at during the nation’s civil war, her family sent her to the United States.

All clear after suspicious package found near US Capitol, police say

The United States Capitol Police say the scene is clear after they reported that officers responded to a suspicious package near the U.S. Capitol building on Friday night. 

Loeffler: 'I cannot, now, in good conscience object to this certification'

Sen. Kelly Loeffler, speaking on the floor of the Senate chamber after a mob protesting the certification of the Electoral College votes, said she is withdrawing her object to the count.

DeVos, Chao, Mulvaney resign after pro-Trump riot at US Capitol

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao and Trump’s former acting White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney now serving as special envoy to Northern Ireland have resigned in the wake of the pro-Trump riot at the U.S. Capitol.

Pelosi urges Pence to invoke 25th Amendment to remove Trump, says House will otherwise act to impeach

Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer is calling on President Donald Trump’s Cabinet to remove him from office following Wednesday’s violent assault on the Capitol by the president’s supporters.

Barr says Trump conduct amid US Capitol violence 'betrayal' of presidency

Former Attorney General William Barr says President Donald Trump’s conduct as a violent mob of his supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol was a “betrayal of his office and supporters.”

LA Mayor says President Trump may need to be removed early after inciting riot on Capitol

Mayor Eric Garcetti said Thursday if President Donald Trump cannot keep peace in the U.S., it may be necessary for him to leave office early, joining several leaders from Los Angeles to accuse Trump of inciting his supporters to storm the U.S. Capitol.

A year after Soleimani killing, Iraq issues warrant for President Trump's arrest

Iraq’s judiciary says it has issued an arrest warrant for outgoing President Donald Trump in connection with the killing of an Iranian general and a powerful Iraqi militia leader last year.