by Carmen Lopez | Nov 19, 2015 | Politics
WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives passed a bill Thursday that would make it harder for Syrian and Iraqi refugees to enter the United States. The vote was 289 to 137, with only 47 Democrats joining the majority. This comes after the concern worldwide...
by Traci Badalucco | Nov 18, 2015 | Politics
WASHINGTON – President Obama’s pick to head the Food and Drug Administration came under scrutiny Tuesday, but it wasn’t the Republicans who were complaining. Democrats sharply questioned Dr.Robert Califf on the affordability of costly pharmaceuticals and the hefty...
by Sean Froelich | Nov 17, 2015 | National Security
WASHINGTON — Middle East experts say the recent wave of terrorist attacks in France, Lebanon and Egypt eventually will serve to doom the Islamic State group, but they are calling for renewed action in the Syrian civil war aimed at bringing down the Assad...
by Samuel Fiske | Nov 17, 2015 | National Security
WASHINGTON — The attacks in Paris by the Islamic State group have stoked fears of a similar attack on U.S. soil, but Defense Secretary Ash Carter said Monday it is unlikely the militants have such capability. “They say they have the inspiration to come here,”...
by Carmen Lopez | Nov 17, 2015 | Politics
WASHINGTON – With House Speaker Paul Ryan’s announcement that Congress won’t consider immigration reform until after the elections, immigration advocates have switched tactics from Capitol Hill lobbying to increasing voter turnout to ensure that contributions don’t...
by Angela G. Barnes | Nov 16, 2015 | National Security
WASHINGTON–Service members gathered at the National WWII Memorial to be honored for their service to the armed forces. A few veterans shared their thoughts on the importance of Veterans Day. Videographer: Cassie Chew Additional editing contributions by Connor...