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Nick Adams, known for his crass humor and internet trolling, was previously nominated to be the ambassador to Malaysia. But his nomination was pulled earlier this year.

While the president has promised rapid relief, Americans could feel the financial sting of the conflict for some time after it ends.

Parties normally hold conventions every four years to nominate presidential candidates, but Republicans hope to hold one this year in the face of midterm headwinds.

Moscow may be challenging President Trump's effort to choke Cuba's economy. China also has suspected listening posts on the island.

A day after President Trump said he did not want a compromise, Republicans were exploring breaking off ICE funding so the rest of the Department of Homeland Security could reopen.

Intentionally targeting the country's energy infrastructure could constitute a war crime under international law.

The Republican congressman from Kentucky is a die-hard libertarian who has centered his campaign on his willingness to buck the president. It has bought him the most expensive primary in the country.

Some airlines and travelers, especially in the Middle East and elsewhere in Asia, are bearing the brunt of the pain, while others are doing better.

Gov. Kevin Stitt selected Mr. Armstrong, a fellow Republican and an energy executive, to play a caretaker role in the seat until the next election.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman sees a "historic opportunity" to remake the region, according to people briefed by U.S. officials on the conversations.