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In a Senate hearing, FBI Director Kash Patel defended his record from the investigation into Charlie Kirk's murder to the firings of career officials. To discuss Patel's hearing and his tenure so far at the FBI, Amna Nawaz spoke with Asha Rangappa. . ...

From his roots in West Virginia to his pivotal role in some of Washington's fiercest battles, Joe Manchin built a career on bucking partisan lines and pushing for pragmatism over ideology. In his new memoir, he recounts stories from the Senate, ...

President Donald Trump formally extended the deadline to keep the social media app TikTok available in the United States until Dec. 16.

FBI director Kash Patel spent hours Tuesday reassuring senators he is fit to lead the bureau.

The aggravated murder charge means the 22-year-old suspect could face the death penalty if convicted.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he'll seek reelection to a third term in the 2026 elections.

Sen. Peter Welch, a Vermont Democrat, pushed back, saying it caused confusion by making it sound like authorities had caught the person suspected of killing Charlie Kirk.

The bill generally funds agencies at current levels, though there is an extra $88 million to boost security for lawmakers and members of the Supreme Court and the executive branch.

Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., said Kash Patel's actions so far as FBI director have "made our country weaker and less safe."

Facing some criticism from conservative corners about how he has led the FBI in the wake of the Charlie Kirk shooting, Director Kash Patel said Tuesday that his agency -- "at my direction" -- successfully brought the suspect into custody.