Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee said Tuesday that the state and federal crime-fighting mission in Memphis will continue indefinitely, after the joint operation has notched more than 850 arrests in its first two weeks.

Virginia's gubernatorial race is highlighting Democrats' dilemma in reconciling their liberal base's demands with the views of a moderate electorate.

The government shutdown is highlighting the contrasting leadership styles of Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer.

President Trump on Tuesday complained about Time magazine's new cover photo of him, saying the "super bad" picture overshadows what he described as a "relatively good" story about him.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation that bans the sale of new Glock guns in the state, setting off a lawsuit from Second Amendment advocacy groups.

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