Donald Trump

The hearing with Michael Cohen, the president's former personal attorney, included plenty of infighting among lawmakers and explosive charges of racism toward the session's close.

March 1 "is not a magical date," President Trump said this week, about his self-imposed deadline when tariffs would spike. Whether a deal will resolve key structural issues isn't clear.

The president is in a Twitter war with California Gov. Gavin Newsom over the rail project and the president's emergency declaration to build a border wall.

German Chancellor Angela Merkel received a standing ovation for a speech that critiqued U.S. foreign policy. Meanwhile, U.S. Vice President Pence defended U.S. global leadership.

President Trump is expected to deliver a speech themed around "choosing greatness." Democrats will offer a rising party star in response.

Opposition leader Juan Guaidó called for nationwide rallies a week after he declared himself interim president and demanded Nicolás Maduro step down or call new elections.

In his book, he says the transition team head is "the second biggest job in American politics" — and it is clear he took it on like he would have the top job, as if the shiny new presidency were his.

In the movies, "Mr. Smith" stands by his principles and prevails in the capital. In Cliff Sims's story, told in a new book, the hero descends into disillusionment — but not before enjoying the ride.