Counterterrorism Adviser Gorka Out Of White House Job
Sebastian Gorka was a close ally of ousted Trump strategist Steve Bannon's and was a source of controversy over potential ties to anti-Semitic extremists.
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President Trump Pardons Former Sheriff Joe Arpaio
Arpaio ignited national controversy over his detention of undocumented immigrants. He was convicted in July of criminal contempt for defying a judge's order to have his deputies stop such detentions.
New, Respected FEMA Chief Faces First Major Challenge With Hurricane Harvey
Brock Long, while new to Washington, is well-regarded in the esoteric field of emergency management. "He's absolutely the top of the top," homeland security adviser Tom Bossert said on Friday.
Trump Signs Memo Implementing Ban On Transgender People Enlisting In The Military
A senior White House official says transgender individuals will not be allowed to join the armed services. Meanwhile, the Trump administration will determine what to do with those already serving.
This Music Teacher Played His Saxophone While In Brain Surgery
The surgeons tasked with removing a tumor from Dan Fabbio's brain had worked hard not to disrupt his ability to perform music. They rejoiced when he was able to play his sax on the operating table.
A Day Camp That Teaches Kids In The U.S. About Female Genital Mutilation
There's a nature walk, a drum performance, a picnic lunch — and speakers who tell the youngsters about the harm caused by the practice.
Trump Signs Sanctions Aimed Squarely At Venezuelan Government
The latest restrictions are the first to target President Nicolas Maduro's regime directly, and they prevent U.S. institutions from buying new debt issued by the government or state-owned oil company.
Starry Kitchen Cookbook: The Rocky Journey Of A Famed Underground Restaurant
Nguyen and Thi Tran started Starry Kitchen out of desperation. Now the couple has a new book with their best recipes and stories of their adventures in the culinary world.
Will Samsung Case Mark A Turning Point For South Korean Business Ties To Government?
After Lee Jae-yong's conviction for bribery, "I hope this is a starting point to cutting off businesses' close relationship to the government," said South Korean President Moon Jae-in's spokesman.
Border Patrol Says Checkpoints Will Remain Open During Hurricane Harvey
Advocates warn the move will force undocumented immigrants to ignore evacuation warnings for fear they will be caught and deported.