'Jiggery-Pokery': The Justices Have A Punny Way With Words
This term it was "ask the nearest hippie" and "what chumps!" Here are some other times phrases like that have added color to Supreme Court opinions.
Politics
Jeb Bush To Release 33 Years Of Tax Returns
Former Gov. Jeb Bush, R-Fla., will release decades of tax returns Tuesday on the same day Hillary Clinton's emails are set to be released and when Chris Christie announces his bid for president.
Brazil Tries To Rebuild Relations With U.S. After NSA Spying Scandal
Two years ago, President Dilma Rousseff canceled a planned state visit after discovering the U.S. was spying on Brazil. Since that time, her popularity has nosedived, and so too has Brazil's economy.
Supreme Court Concludes Term With Death Penalty Ruling, Looks Ahead
The court wrapped up on Monday, supporting the use of a controversial drug for executions by lethal injection. The justices also set up cases to be heard next term on affirmative action and abortion.
Cruz: Opposition To Same-Sex Marriage Will Be 'Front And Center' In 2016 Campaign
As a result of the Supreme Court's two landmark decisions last week, Cruz is calling for justices to be subject to elections and lose their lifetime appointments.
NBC Dumps Donald Trump Over Comments On Mexican Immigrants
NBC severs ties with Donald Trump over his derogatory remarks about Mexicans.
5 Things You Should Know About Chris Christie
The New Jersey governor has seen his political stock fall, but he tried to begin anew with his official presidential announcement at his high school alma mater.
Supreme Court Backs Arizona's Redistricting Commission Targeting Gridlock
Arizona's Independent Redistricting Commission was formed 15 years ago, after voters took the power to redraw districts away from the state's Legislature.
U.N. Holds Climate Talks In New York Ahead Of Paris Meeting
The United Nations is having a high-level climate meeting ahead of the end-of-year meeting in Paris that will hopefully result in a major new agreement to rein in greenhouse gases.
Supreme Court Places A Stay On Abortion Law In Texas
If the Supreme Court refuses to hear the case, the stay will be lifted and a controversial 2013 law will take effect. The law places new requirements on abortion providers.