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Trump aide communicated with ex-Russian intelligence officer in 2016 election
The Russian government has denied meddling in the 2016 election, and Trump has denied any collusion by his campaign.
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Republican lawmakers concerned by Facebook data leak
Republican Senator Marco Rubio said he believed some internet companies have grown too fast to digest their responsibilities and obligations.
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Trump has decided to remove his national security adviser: Washington Post
On Tuesday, Trump fired Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and the president has signalled in recent days that a shake-up at the top levels of his administration was not over.
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Trump replaces Tillerson with hawkish spy chief Pompeo
The rare firing of the United States’ top diplomat capped months of friction between the Republican president and the 65-year-old former Exxon Mobil Corp chief executive.
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Two top White House advisers may leave over tensions with Trump: sources
Both HR McMaster and John Kelly are military men considered by US political observers as moderating influences on the president by imposing a routine on the White House.
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Survivors of Florida school shooting launch gun control push
On Tuesday the Republican-controlled Florida House of Representatives rebuffed a bid to bring up a bill to block sales of assault-style rifles in the state.
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Trump: FBI missed signs on Florida shooting due to Russia probe, draws criticism
He accused his Democratic predecessor, Barack Obama, of failing to do enough to stop Russian election interference.
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Trump wishes disgraced aide well after domestic abuse allegations
Later on Friday, the White House said a second Trump administration official had resigned over allegations of domestic abuse.
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A look at past US government shutdowns
The Senate approved the stopgap measure early on Friday morning, along with a two-year deal on spending limits.
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After turbulent year, Trump extending 'open hand' for cooperation
Trump planned to use the televised speech to tout the benefits of a tax overhaul approved by the Republican-controlled Congress in December that was his first major legislative victory.
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I tweet from bed sometimes, Trump says
Trump frequently uses Twitter to announce policy, assail his adversaries and to tangle with countries, including North Korea, over world affairs.
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Trump administration appeals 'Dreamer' immigrant ruling to top court
A variety of Democratic state attorneys general, organisations and individuals challenged Trump’s action in multiple federal courts.
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Trump ex-aide Bannon agrees to Mueller probe interview, avoiding grand jury
An interview with prosecutors would allow Bannon to have an attorney present during his appearance, as lawyers are not permitted in grand jury rooms.
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Former Trump aide Bannon refuses to comply with US House subpoena
It was the first time Mueller is known to have used a subpoena against a member of Trump’s inner circle, the Times said.
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Trump blames Senator Durbin for blowing immigration deal
Durbin has said Trump used the term “shithole” when speaking about Haiti and African countries during the meeting about immigration policy at the White House last week.
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Trump says 'I'm not a racist,' keeps door open for DACA deal
The comments led to harsh recriminations from Democrats and Republicans alike, with some critics accusing Trump of racism.
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Trump questions taking immigrants from 'sh**hole countries': sources
Many Democrats and some Republican lawmakers slammed the president for his remarks.
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Trump promises to 'take the heat' for broad immigration deal
Trump said on Tuesday he would sign a bill that gives legal status to the hundreds of thousands of undocumented immigrants brought to the country as children.
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Trump could be interviewed within weeks in Russia probe - 'Washington Post'
The interview, which would deal with a limited portion of questions, could take place within the next several weeks, the Post said, citing a person close to the president.
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Trump, Republican allies endorse Iranian protesters
Nikki Haley, the US ambassador to the United Nations, said in a statement: “The Iranian government is being tested by its own citizens.
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Pence delays trip to Egypt, Israel because of US tax vote
Pence had been scheduled to depart on Tuesday night for Cairo. Instead, the trip will be rescheduled for the week of 14 January, officials told reporters.
