Chris Stein

President’s comments come as White House takes credit for dozens of arrests as part of campaign to fight ‘crime crisis’ city’s leaders say doesn’t exist

On the streets of Washington, people were concerned by the president’s plans – but others said it would improve safety

Republicans see it as the epitome of Trump keeping his promises, while for Democrats it’s an opportunity to return from the political wilderness

Brian Driscoll briefly served as acting FBI director at start of president’s new term, and final day is Friday

House oversight committee also issued subpoenas to several former attorneys general and FBI directors

Dan Osborn is challenging Republican incumbent Pete Ricketts in Nebraska to become a rare independent senator

Governor announces possible move as Democrat-led states seek to respond to planned Texas redistricting

US president says Canada’s move, following similar announcements by France and the UK, ‘will make it very hard for us’ to conclude trade deal

Top justice department official confirmed 50-49 despite claims that he advocated for ignoring court’s orders

Republican lawmakers voted for the ‘big, beautiful’ bill but cuts to Medicaid will hit hard in rural areas like Missouri’s poorest county, Pemiscot