Biden likely to break barriers, pick woman to lead Pentagon

Michele Flournoy, a politically moderate Pentagon veteran, is regarded by U.S. officials and political insiders as a top choice for the position.

The Issue Is: Dr. Oz, Anthony Scaramucci, and Rick Gates
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Dr. Oz weighs in on Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine and handling of the virus during the holiday season. Anthony Scaramucci and Rick gates discuss election results.

Prop. 19: California voters give property tax breaks a makeover

California voters gave the state’s landmark 1978 law to limit property taxes a makeover Wednesday, passing a measure that gives exemptions to older homeowners, the disabled and wildfire victims.

California Senate sweepstakes: Who gets Kamala Harris’ job?

Election Day is over but California already is consumed with its next high-profile political contest — the competition to fill Kamala Harris’ soon-to-be-vacant U.S. Senate seat.

How can America heal after a divisive election?

In the aftermath of the election, many Americans are looking forward to putting the political divisiveness and hostility behind us. But with the lingering animosity practically permeating the air we breathe -- is that even possible?

Biden selects Ron Klain as chief of staff

The Biden-Harris transition team is expected to announce more Cabinet picks over the next several days.

Gender role switch: Kamala Harris's husband steps back from career to help wife

“I want more women in office, and I want more partners, whoever their partner is, to support them and to provide an opportunity and an environment for success,” Doug Emhoff said.

LA Metro CEO will lead Biden transit transition team

Biden-Harris transition team officials announced on Tuesday that Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority CEO Phillip Washington will head up their transit agency review team.  

Trump loyalists named to top jobs in Pentagon shakeup

Three staunch loyalists to the president have been named to top defense jobs just a day after President Donald Trump fired Defense Secretary Mark Esper.

Steel defeats Rouda in California House race
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Steel declared victory, acknowledging that "Our government is once again divided, but I stand ready to work with both parties to do what's best for the American people, including getting our economy moving again."

Supreme Court seems likely to leave bulk of Affordable Care Act in place

Republican elected officials and the Trump administration are advancing their latest arguments to get rid of the Affordable Care Act, a long-held GOP goal that has repeatedly failed in Congress and the courts.