Under Congressional Microscope, Twitter Vows New 'Transparency' On Ads
The microblogging service has promised a new wave of disclosure about who uses it to advertise as the Hill continues probing the Russia imbroglio.
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Arizona Republican Sen. Jeff Flake Says He Won't Seek Re-Election, Denounces Trump
Arizona Republican Sen. Jeff Flake denounced President Trump today during his announcement that he won't seek re-election in 2018. He told the Arizona Republic "there may not be a place for a Republican like me in the current Republican climate or the current Republican Party."
Majority Of White Americans Say They Believe Whites Face Discrimination
A new NPR poll finds 55 percent of whites believe the discrimination against white people exists, echoing a sentiment heard repeatedly on the 2016 campaign trail.
Ahead of Trump's Tax Mission To Capitol Hill, Feud With Corker Explodes
Lawmakers are eager to see the president embrace upcoming tax legislation. But ahead of a lunch meeting, the Tennessee Republican said Trump is responsible for a "debasement of our nation."
2-Party System? Americans Might Be Ready For 8
A new Pew poll finds that while there are still two major parties in America, there are stark divisions within each.
A Tale Of Two Efforts To Improve Confidence In U.S. Elections
One effort, centered on President Trump's voter fraud commission, is mired in controversy. But efforts to improve communication between the feds and election officials are showing progress.
Japan's Prime Minister Isn't Popular, But His Coalition Won A Supermajority
Despite lukewarm support as a leader, Shinzo Abe's ruling party handily defeated upstart opponents in a snap general election on Sunday.
Khizr Khan Says His Faith In America Is Stronger Than Ever
The Gold Star father who made headlines last year after he spoke at the Democratic National Convention has a new memoir, An American Family, about growing up in Pakistan and coming to America.
Kenya's Presidential Election Rerun Further Fuels Political Crisis
The rerun elections are scheduled for Thursday. But there's one big problem: Kenya's opposition leader is calling for a boycott, and the elections chief says he can't guarantee a fair election.
Democrats Eye A Rare Opportunity In Alabama Senate Race
While Alabama hasn't sent a Democrat to the Senate in 25 years, Doug Jones, a former federal prosecutor, may have an opening because of the the controversial record of his GOP opponent, Roy Moore.