Hunter Biden Says He Is Under Federal Investigation For Tax Matter
Joe Biden's son Hunter said he learned that "the U.S. Attorney's Office in Delaware advised my legal counsel ... that they are investigating my tax affairs."
Politics & Government
Recount Continues In NC Chief Justice Race
The razor-thin margin in the race for state Supreme Court Justice has not yet been resolved, and the North Carolina State Board of Elections says the counting will continue for a couple of days.
Biden Defends Lloyd Austin As 'The Right Person' To Lead The Pentagon
Lloyd Austin, a retired Army general, would be the first African American in the job. But confirming Austin to the top civilian spot in the Defense Department would require a waiver.
Biden Faces Pressure To Make Good On His Pledge To Bring Diversity To His Cabinet
President-elect Joe Biden has announced a number of major Cabinet positions, facing pressure over representation and ideology from across the Democratic coalition that elected him.
Who Is Rochelle Walensky, Biden's Pick For CDC Director?
President-elect Joe Biden has nominated Dr. Rochelle Walensky to be the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
What Can Incoming Biden Administration Do To Stimulate Economy Without Congress?
With a closely divided Congress, which could include Republicans holding the Senate, President-elect Joe Biden's economic agenda may depend a lot on what his incoming administration can do on its own.
Biden Plans To Bring Vilsack Back To USDA Despite Criticism From Reformers
Vilsack served as secretary of agriculture during the Obama administration and has been a trusted adviser to President-elect Joe Biden. But critics say his time has passed.
Democrats Want To Bring Earmarks Back As Way To Break Gridlock In Congress
Top House Democrats want to revive the spending practice that allows members to request money for specific projects. It has been effectively banned since 2011.
Poll: Just A Quarter Of Republicans Accept Election Outcome
While 61% of Americans overall say they trust the results of the 2020 presidential election, Republicans appear to be taking their cue from President Trump in not accepting the result.
Trump HHS Proposal Criticized As Burden For Biden Administration
The rule would require health officials to review about 2,400 regulations on everything from Medicare benefits to prescription drugs approvals. Those not analyzed within two years would become void.