President Joe Biden has fired the embattled Architect of the Capitol, Brett Blanton, following a scathing inspector general report on his personal and professional management and calls for his removal. The White House said Monday that Blanton’s appointment was terminated. It comes as House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Monday he’d lost confidence in Blanton’s ability to do the job.
Democrats blame Republicans for 43-day government shutdown as Capitol Hill lawmakers return to work, dodging questions about party leadership while defending healthcare priorities....
China's ability to steal U.S. military technology raises concerns about selling F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, with experts warning Beijing has already penetrated defense programs....