Veterans 'burn pits' bill marks a personal victory for Biden
The legislation will help veterans get disability payments without having to prove their illness was the result of their service. Other health care services will be expanded as well.
Elon Musk sells $7B in Tesla shares ahead of Twitter fight
Elon Musk has sold nearly $7 billion worth of shares in Tesla as the billionaire gets his finances in order ahead of his court battle with Twitter.
Trump ally Rep. Scott Perry says the FBI seized his cellphone one day after Mar-a-Lago raid
The confiscation of Perry’s phone comes one day after the FBI searched Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate.
FBI search at Trump Mar-a-Lago estate: One of several probes into ex-president
The FBI search of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate marked an unprecedented escalation of the law enforcement scrutiny of the former president, but the Florida operation is just one part of one investigation related to Trump and his time in office.
FBI's search of Trump's Florida estate: Why now?
The FBI’s unprecedented search of former President Trump’s Florida residence ricocheted around government, politics and a polarized country Tuesday along with questions as to why the Justice Department decided to take such a drastic step.
Former UN ambassador hopeful for Brittney Griner, Paul Whelan prisoner swap
Bill Richardson, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and a frequent emissary in hostage negotiations, said on Aug. 9 he was hopeful about the chances of a two-for-two prisoner swap that could result in Russia’s release of WNBA star Brittney Griner and another jailed American, Paul Whelan.
Biden signs bill to boost US chip manufacturing to better compete with China
Biden signed the CHIPS Act, a $280 billion bipartisan bill to increase domestic high-tech manufacturing to boost U.S. competitiveness over China.
Trump says FBI searched Mar-a-Lago estate in major escalation of probe
Trump says FBI agents opened up a safe at his home and described their work as an “unannounced raid” that he likened to “prosecutorial misconduct.”
Biden surveys Kentucky flood damage, pledges more help as state braces for storms
At least 37 people have died after the worst flooding in Kentucky’s history, and flooding remains a threat with more thunderstorms in the forecast this week.
Cardinals dealing with offseason arrests, Brittney Griner sentenced: top sports stories
First, it was a contract dispute involving their star quarterback, and now, the Arizona Cardinals are dealing with a couple of arrests involving one of their top offensive weapons, and a member of their coaching staff, and a judge handed down a harsh sentence to Brittney Griner after the Phoenix Mercury star was convicted of drug smuggling in Russia – these are the top stories in the world of sports from August 1-7.
Biden leaves White House for 1st time since getting COVID-19: 'I'm feeling great'
“I’m feeling great,” Biden said before boarding Marine One outside the White House.
Arizona Gov. Ducey calls for unification of Republicans heading into General Election
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey said in a series of tweets that Republicans in the state must unite behind the newly named GOP nominees heading into the November election to "ensure Arizona remains a beacon of freedom and prosperity."
Biden tests negative for COVID-19, will remain in isolation after rebound case
President Joe Biden tested negative for COVID-19 Saturday, but will remain in isolation until he tests negative a second time.
Elon Musk says Twitter deal should move forward with more 'bot' info
Twitter has argued in court that Elon Musk is deliberately trying to tank the deal because market conditions have deteriorated and the acquisition no longer serves his interests.
Kremlin says Brittney Griner swap must be discussed without publicity
Asked at the White House Friday about the prospects of securing Brittney Griner’s release, President Joe Biden said: “I’m hopeful ... We’re working hard.”
Elon Musk responds: Countersuit accuses Twitter of fraud
Elon Musk alleges that Twitter committed fraud and breach of contract. The billionaire offered to buy the social media company, then tried to back out by claiming Twitter was infested with “spam bots” and fake accounts.
Sinema agrees to 'move forward' with social spending and tax bill after Dems make changes
"We have agreed to remove the carried interest tax provision, protect advanced manufacturing, and boost our clean energy economy in the Senate's budget reconciliation legislation," Sinema, D-Ariz., said. "Subject to the Parliamentarian's review, I'll move forward."
2022 Elections: Adrian Fontes projected to win Arizona Democratic Secretary of State primary
Former Maricopa County Recorder Adrian Fontes is projected by the Associated Press to be the winner of the Democratic Party primary for Secretary of State.
What will it take to get Brittney Griner home?
With her court case concluded and her 9-year-prison sentence pronounced, a prisoner swap deal between the U.S. and Russia is Brittney Griner's best chance of being freed early. Here's a look at what's at stake.
2022 Elections: Lake, Hobbs to battle for Arizona governorship in November
After days of vote counting, the AP is projecting that former television news anchor Kari Lake will win the Republican Party nomination for governor, setting the stage for a battle between her and Secretary of State Katie Hobbs to succeed Doug Ducey as Arizona's next governor.