Trump inauguration protests planned in Chicago
President elect Trump's inauguration is set for Monday morning. An hour later in Chicago, protesters will meet up at Trump Tower.
Trump cabinet confirmation hearings are heating up
Capitol Hill is swamped with cabinet confirmation hearings. Some nominees are expected to sail through while others face choppy waters.
Senate confirmation hearings scheduled for this week
With President-elect Donald Trump set to take office soon, he's pushing Republican leaders in the Senate to confirm his cabinet nominees. Several of those hearings are set for this week.
New 5th District Cook County Commissioner appointed to fill vacancy
A new 5th District Cook County commissioner has been appointed, filling a vacancy left by Monica Gordon.
Trump’s popular vote win is GOP's first in 20 years
For the first time in 20 years, a Republican presidential candidate is ready to take the White House as the winner of the popular vote.
Congress certifies Donald Trump's election win, paving way for January inauguration
Congress has certified Donald Trump’s election victory, ensuring his inauguration as president on January 20. The process, typically a ceremonial step, was smoother compared to 2021 when a mob disrupted proceedings.
A Year in Politics: Donald Trump's landslide win dominates headlines
Politics took center stage this year with President-elect Donald Trump's decisive victory. Here's a recap of the year in politics.
Crypto markets surge after Trump's election victory
Bitcoin topped $100,000 for the first time earlier this month.
Electoral College: Presidential electors cast official votes for Trump, Harris
Presidential electors across the United States gathered at state capitols to officially cast their votes for either President-elect Donald Trump or Kamala Harris on Tuesday.
Electors prepare to vote
Electors from all over the country are getting ready to cast their votes for president and vice president.
Trump says he plans to sue Iowa newspaper over Selzer poll
Donald Trump said he plans to sue an Iowa newspaper that printed J. Ann Selzer’s outlier poll that showed Kamala Harris ahead in the state by 3 points ahead of the election.
Trump in the spotlight, Biden in the hotseat
President-elect Donald Trump made his first public appearance in weeks on Thursday night. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is considering issuing broad pre-emptive pardons to people.
Cats vs. dogs: How pet ownership shaped the 2024 presidential election
A survey of over 120,000 voters found that pet ownership played a unique role in the 2024 presidential election.
Final House race called: See the official balance of power results
The balance of power is set: Democrat Adam Gray captured California’s 13th Congressional District, unseating Republican Rep. John Duarte in the final House race to be called.
President-elect Donald Trump announces more cabinet picks
President-elect Donald Trump continues to quickly assemble his cabinet and staff picks for his second term in office.
President-elect Trump announces FBI director pick
President-elect Donald Trump has announced his pick for FBI director.
President Biden hopes to accomplish more tasks before leaving office
President Joe Biden spent his Thanksgiving delivering food to hungry firefighters in Nantucket. This comes as he's getting ready to finish out his presidency.
Rep. Mike Quigley weighs in on Trump transition to presidency
Incoming President Donald Trump has moved quickly to name cabinet appointments and many have generated controversy. One Illinois Democratic Congressman says this could be problematic for national security.
Republican lawmakers confident in Trump's cabinet picks so far
Republican lawmakers are expressing their confidence in President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks.
Trump nominates former NFL player Scott Turner as housing and urban development secretary
Trump said on Friday he has picked NFL veteran Scott Turner to serve as housing and urban development secretary.