Indiana Sen. Todd Young among those failing a the penny testa

You've likely run into this little riddle before: Would you rather have $1 million or an amount that results from starting with a penny and doubling it every day for 30 days? Even if you don't know the quiz or bother to do the elementary math, you can tell it's a trick question that almost demands the selection of the least-obvious answer. And the least-obvious answer turns out to be the right one.

Day 4 of Jordan protests, thousands rally against tax hikes

Union leader and former Robert Kennedy aide Paul Schrade suffered years of depression following the assassination but now is staunchly committed to preserving RFK's legacy. . FILE--In this Jan. 15, 2014, file photo, Colorado state Democratic Senator Mike Johnston listens to testimony during a committee hearing at the Capitol, in Denver.

The Latest: Giuliani downplays idea of Trump self-pardon

San Diego police have arrested a woman who held a gun to her head and fired off rounds in a parking structure in downtown, near the route of an annual marathon. San Diego police have arrested a woman who held a gun to her head and fired off rounds in a parking structure in downtown, near the route of an annual marathon.

A solemn graduation for Marjory Stoneman Douglas seniors

Nearly four months after the Parkland, Florida, community was devastated by a deadly school shooting, seniors at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School gathered on Sunday to receive their diplomas. The community anticipated a bittersweet occasion, as students -- dressed in maroon caps and gowns -- and teachers planned to honor the 17 students and faculty killed, including four seniors who would have graduated today.

Fallon to Parkland students: ‘Don’t let anything stop you’

Grady who had planned to jo... San Diego police have arrested a woman who held a gun to her head and fired off rounds in a parking structure in downtown, near the route of an annual marathon. San Diego police have arrested a woman who held a gun to her head and fired off rounds in a parking structure in downtown, near the route of an annual marathon.

End of an era? Tea Party class of House Republicans fades

The Republican newcomers stunned Washington back in 2010 when they seized the House majority with bold promises to cut taxes and spending and to roll back what many viewed as Barack Obama's presidential overreach. Eight years later, the House Tea Party Caucus is long gone.

Bipartisan support for prison reform, rehabilitation measures

Surrounded by cabinet members, Trump stridently spoke out about serious problems in the criminal justice system. But instead of just spewing law-and- order bromides about getting tough on crime, this Republican president talked about the "tremendous struggle" faced by former inmates freed from prison after serving their sentences, about their problems finding "a steady job where they can pay taxes, contribute to their country, gain dignity and pride that comes with a career."

Officer wounds self during pursuit near San Diego marathon

In a box-office blip that echoed through the multiplexes, "Solo: A Star W... San Diego police have arrested a woman who held a gun to her head and fired off rounds in a parking structure in downtown, near the route of an annual marathon. San Diego police have arrested a woman who held a gun to her head and fired off rounds in a parking structure in downtown, near the route of an annual marathon.

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Former Sen. Rick Santorum, R-Pa., said former President Barack Obama had the power to bring the nation together but wound up increasing racism in part by the way he handled police shootings. Karine Jean-Pierre, a senior adviser and national spokeswoman for MoveOn.org, a political action committee that raises money for progressive politicians, said it was "pretty horrific" to see voters sway toward Donald Trump's campaign after electing the first African-American president.

Quick Action by Congressman Smith and Mayor Reid Keeps Manasquan Inlet Open This Summer

Pt. Pleasant Beach officials; Councilman Andy Cortes, Mayor Stephen Reid, Council President Bob Santanello meet with Congressman Chris Smith and Ray Bogan, legal counsel for the Marine Trades Association of New Jersey, Recreational Fishing Alliance, and United Boatmen of New Jersey, at the Manasquan Inlet. June 1, 1018 Quick action by Pt.

Delegation opposes paper tariff

Wyoming's congressional delegation is speaking out against tariffs on Canadian newsprint that are driving up costs for newspaper publishers to the point of threatening to close some smaller community publications. For many of America's community newspapers, tariffs on Canadian newsprint threatens to increase costs by as much as 20 percent.

Conservative group runs digital ad to thank Heitkamp

A conservative advocacy group funded by the billionaire Koch brothers has announced a digital advertising campaign for Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, whose seat is seen as vulnerable in the midterm election. The group Americans for Prosperity announced that it is running a digital advertisement for Heitkamp.

Politics | The Political Dog Daze of Summer – Sunday Political Brunch June 3, 2018

We've had blistering heat and humidity in much of the nation over the past week. Politics took a very brief break over the Memorial Day weekend, but with primaries and other political events this coming week, we're heading into the "dog days" or perhaps more fitting, the "dog daze" of summer.