Hegseth Could Be Confirmed With Smallest Margin of Any Defense Secretary

For the last 50 years, almost every nominee to lead the Pentagon has been a consensus pick who drew lopsided margins of support in the Senate. Pete Hegseth’s nomination has been a notable exception.

Trump Suggests Shutting Down FEMA, Saying States Should Manage Disasters

“I’d rather see the states take care of their own problems,” the president said. Federal emergency managers from both parties have made the same argument.

Adam Schiff, Trump’s Favorite Foil, Tries to Insulate California From His Wrath

As a congressman who led the first impeachment of President Trump, Mr. Schiff relished his role in the resistance. Now a senator, he must protect his state’s interests at a perilous time.