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Secretary of State Antony Blinken was grilled by the incoming chair of the House Foreign Relations Committee on "billions" of U.S. dollars sent to Taliban.

Both House Republicans and Democrats have sidestepped senior members when choosing some committee leaders. Republicans picked Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fla.) on Dec. 9 to lead the House Foreign Affairs Committee. The GOP Steering Committee, which recommends committee chairs, selected the four-term congressman over veteran Reps. Joe Wilson (R-S.C.), Ann Wagner (R-Mo.), and Darrell Issa (R-Calif.). [...]

Reaction from Manchester school board members to Phase II of the school district’s Long Range Facilities Plan — which includes new construction and renovation work totaling more than $2 billion — was mostly positive, while some members of the public...

Many heartfelt thanks to all of the volunteers and attendees that helped make the 13th Annual Holiday Party for Town of Verona residents on Sunday, Dec. 8, a success. Fabulous volunteers worked together to make this event happen and festive...

The concern is not hypothetical.

A House Republican running for the top spot on the Foreign Affairs Committee is giving pieces of the Berlin Wall to fellow lawmakers to boost his bid.

The eyes of the college football world will be on Edna Karr High School on Wednesday.

L.A. County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk Dean Logan is expected to certify the results on Tuesday.

Republicans swept to power on Election Day and now control the House, the Senate and the White House, with plans for an ambitious 100-day agenda come January.

House lawmakers spoke with Fox News Digital about facing foreign threats from U.S. adversaries.

They still don’t get it.

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will have no shortage of targets when they burrow into the bureaucracy in an effort to make the federal government more efficient and cost-effective. But one quarry stands out: the Pentagon.

Many of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees don't have the gravitas or institutional experience in dealing with giant bureaucracies to serve effectively, critics say. That whining you hear is the sound of progress.

At first glance, President-elect Donald Trump's most controversial Cabinet nominees — Matt Gaetz, Pete Hegseth, Tulsi Gabbard and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — are an odd list of ideologues and eccentrics chosen for political loyalty more than any substantive qualifications.

I like Martha Stewart. Always have.

Our eyes remain fixed on creating one of the preeminent veterinary schools, and we know this is a marathon, not a sprint, say Dr. Kayse Shrum and Johnny Stephens.

Uncertainty has taken hold among young women worried about their eroding rights in reproductive freedom, says Editorials Editor Ginnie Graham.

I can't help but think most Americans would do almost anything not to have a woman president, especially not a woman of color, says Bishop Kelley freshman Macy Karlovich.

A Cabinet nominee who cannot withstand Senate scrutiny cannot be an effective officer of the United States, says Adam Kupetsky.

The well-being of our caregivers is essential to the health of our state, and by prioritizing their needs, we’re investing in a brighter, healthier future, says Lisa Kelly.

Community engagement is important to the state forestry service for projects using federal Inflation Reduction Act money — like the one to remove and replace trees along Goodhue Boulevard.

Joe Biden will become the first sitting U.S. president to set foot in the Amazon rainforest during a brief stop Sunday in the Brazilian city of Manaus, coming as the U.S. is expected to scale back its commitment to combating climate change under the incoming administration of Donald Trump.

Better than a honeymoon

The Utah Legislature’s Republican supermajority caucuses voted to keep the two top leaders in place, but in the Senate some new faces will head the GOP.

12:15 p.m. St. Albans Town — At 99 years-old, Bob Coon is still casting his vote. As a World War II veteran, he knows it's his right as a U.S. citizen.

Read the Messenger's dispatches from polling locations across the county.

Election Day is here. Voters are gearing up to head to the polls to cast their ballots for either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris in one of the nation’s most historic presidential races. They'll also be determining which party will...

Election Day is here. Voters are gearing up to head to the polls to cast their ballots for either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris in one of the nation’s most historic presidential races. They'll also be determining which party will...

Election Day is here. Voters are gearing up to head to the polls to cast their ballots for either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris in one of the nation’s most historic presidential races. They'll also be determining which party will...

Election Day is almost here. Get caught up on all the races, candidates and issues and get informed before you head to the polls Tuesday to vote.

Esteban Benjamin Fortin, who goes by "Grimey," pleaded guilty not to the shooting itself but to possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.

The youngest president in U.S. history is Theodore Roosevelt, who took office in 1901 at age 42. Here's the full list, from youngest to oldest.

See a full list of the oldest presidents, both during their time in the Oval Office and beyond.

Perhaps voters believe that no matter who wins, nothing will change. Add in the amped up division and anger over elections, and more people are opting out, says Ginnie Graham.

As we look around Oklahoma, we can see the untapped potential of thousands of capable individuals who are blind, ready and willing to work, states Lauren Branch of NewView Oklahoma.

It was not a smart move to prematurely remove the toll booths because a lot of money is not being collected, says Kathy Perry of Cookson.

Look back to history and realize that the importance of this election and every election is that we choose competent leaders, says Roger Redden of Muskogee.

If we look at the bigger picture that includes adults, you will find more destructive consequences increasingly negatively impacting our society as a whole, says Doug Carson of Cushing.

With stricter parameters on gun ownership, we can effectively reduce gun violence, making our communities a safer place for everyone, says Elias Doty of Tulsa.

Democrat incumbent Donald Hipp takes on Republican challenger Christopher Malphrus for the Jasper County sheriff's election. It is their third consecutive matchup.

Boo! It’s that time of year again, when Halloween is celebrated with ghosts, goblins, Jack-o'-lanterns, and all things spooky in neighborhood decorations and trick-or-treating costumes.Here’s a jazz, blues, and R&B soundtrack to accompany you and get you into the mood as you make your preparations.”Black Music Sunday” is a weekly series highlighting all things Black music, with over 230 stories covering performers, genres, history, and more, each featuring its own vibrant soundtrack. I hope you’ll find some familiar tunes and perhaps an introduction to something new.

Vice President Kamala Harris energizes supporters at a rally in Chandler, Arizona, Oct. 10.

Letter writers endorse Virginia Beach City Council member Rosemary Wilson for reelection, urge voters to elect former President Donald Trump for president, and discuss MAGA.

Don't forget to vote

"There's a lot to hate on both sides."

A new poll shows Florida’s proposed cannabis legalization initiative, known as Amendment 3, is just shy of the 60% approval needed for passage. Opposition to the amendment, which will go before voters in the Nov. 5 elections, is intensifying. Well-funded groups like Keep Florida Clean and the Florida Freedom Fund — both connected to Governor Ron DeSantis — report having raised significant resources, though not nearly as much as pro-legalization efforts, which hover in the $100 million range.Read Also: Elon Musk-Linked Organization Donates $500,000 To Scuttle Florida Cannabis Legalization AmendmentChamber Of Commerce And Pregnant PigsJumping into the political fray, the Florida Chamber of Commerce launched a new anti-Amendment 3 website recently.Mark Wilson, president of the Florida Chamber, argues that passing the amendment would endanger Florida's family and business-friendly image ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

There have been limited snapshots of Trump’s health over the last year.

The 2020 race between Joe Biden and Donald Trump witnessed a sky-high 62% of the voting age population come out, and 67% of eligible voters -- numbers not seen since 1960.