Friday, January 02, 2026 9:15 PM ET
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My year covering the historic start of Trump 2.0 -- Our White House correspondent reflects on a momentous and tumultuous year covering a president determined to flex his power, shake up the federal bureaucracy, and leave his mark on the nation's capital.3 days ago
Trump says Ukraine-Russia peace 'closer than ever' after talks with Zelenskyy -- President Donald Trump says Ukraine and Russia are "closer than ever before" to a peace deal, even as Russia launched another round of attacks on Ukraine while Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy flew to the United States.5 days ago
'The best reporting assignment of my year.' A journalist finds joy in Japan. -- Education reporter Ira Porter covered a range of issues in 2025 – a year that saw U.S. colleges and universities go head-to-head with the government over funding. His favorite assignment? One that took him to Japan, to explore the influence of studying abroad on Black men.7 days ago
With 'blockade' against tankers, Trump escalates Venezuela standoff -- Efforts to stop Venezuela's oil exports signal that U.S. goals go beyond the narcotics trade to include pressure on the Maduro regime.10 days ago
What comes after Trump? Turning Point USA endorses Vance amid party discord. -- Erika Kirk, leader of the conservative youth organization Turning Point USA, endorsed Vice President JD Vance as the Republican nominee for the 2028 presidential election during the group's annual AmericaFest convention. Talk of future campaigns is complicated by President Donald Trump's occasional musings about seeking a third term.12 days ago
How the Lumbee Tribe earned federal recognition after a decadeslong effort -- The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, with more than 55,000 members, earned federal recognition from Congress after decades of attempts. The status will open more government benefits for tribal members and fulfills a campaign promise by President Donald Trump.13 days ago
Foiled LA terror plot highlights 'mishmash' of beliefs that can fuel violence -- Experts say a thwarted New Year's Eve attack in the Los Angeles area shows politically-motivated violence isn't confined to a "pure ideology."14 days ago
The next step was citizenship. Then these immigrants were pulled out of line. -- In Boston and other cities, some lawful permanent residents are having their naturalization ceremonies canceled, amid a Trump administration review of applicants from 19 countries identified as posing high security risks.14 days ago
After strike on American troops, what's next for the US in Syria? -- After three Americans were killed, President Donald Trump threatened retaliation. How a U.S. response might impact the new U.S.-Syria partnership.15 days ago
Many in Cuban diaspora find anti-Castro soulmate in Marco Rubio -- Under President Trump, U.S. policy in Latin America has shifted toward more military action. The move is welcomed by many in the Cuban diaspora.16 days ago
Most schools are wary of AI. This one is embracing it. -- Teachers are grappling with how to incorporate artificial intelligence into education. A handful of schools are structuring their programs around the new technology, including a charter school in Hawaii which offers a paradigm shift around AI's role.16 days ago
For California, a first: Formal role for public in fire-recovery policymaking -- Participants in California's deliberative democracy model prioritized permitting, resilience and financial support as foundations of fire recovery.17 days ago
No one has faced trial for 2020 'fake electors' plan. In Wisconsin, it might happen. -- Criminal cases over a "fake elector" scheme to keep Donald Trump in office after his 2020 election loss have mostly run aground. In Wisconsin, a case involving three key figures in the effort might be headed for trial.20 days ago