Biden to name judge Merrick Garland as attorney general
President-elect Joe Biden has selected Merrick Garland as his attorney general, two people familiar with the selection process said Wednesday.
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China continues to delay WHO's access to examine virus origins; Calif. hospitals scramble for space
The head of the World Health Organization said he is “disappointed” Chinese officials haven't finalized permissions. Get the morning's latest virus developments.
Georgia update: Warnock makes history with Senate win as Dems near majority
Democrat Raphael Warnock has won one of Georgia's two Senate runoffs. The focus now shifts to the race between David Perdue and Jon Ossoff, where the Democrat leads.
US could soon vaccinate 1 million people per day; pandemic haunts new year as virus outpaces vaccine
The U.S. could soon be giving at least a million COVID-19 vaccinations a day despite the sluggish start, but the virus spread continues unabated.
US intelligence services: Hack of federal agencies 'likely Russian in origin'
The U.S. government on Tuesday said a devastating hack of federal agencies is “likely Russian in origin” and said the operation appeared to be an ongoing “intelligence gathering” effort.
FDA says no changes coming to vaccine dosing methods. Here's more about the debate.
Here are some questions and answers about vaccine dosing and how it affects you. Plus today's latest virus developments around the US and world.
When will you get your stimulus payment, and how? Plus more virus updates today
A second round of stimulus payments are on the way and many eligible families are expected to receive the money this month. Plus, a new UK lockdown and vaccine updates. Here's the latest virus news.
'Glimmer of hope' as vaccinations in US ramp up; UK rolls out new vaccine. Get the latest on the virus
The U.S. ramped up COVID-19 vaccinations in the past few days after a slower-than-expected start, bringing the number of shots dispensed to more than 4 million.
Pelosi reelected as House speaker by narrow margin
Nancy Pelosi has been reelected as House speaker, taking the reins of a narrow Democratic majority entering the Biden era.
Trump, on tape, presses Ga. official to 'find' votes to tilt election
President Donald Trump pushed Georgia's secretary of state to "find" votes to overturn the election results, according to an audio recording of a phone call obtained by The Washington Post.
Sen. Ted Cruz leads 11 GOP senators challenging Biden win over Trump
A coalition of 11 Republican senators announced Saturday it will challenge the outcome of the presidential election by voting to reject electors from some states.
US nears 350,000 coronavirus deaths as some hospitals reach 'breaking point.' Get the latest numbers
Hospitalizations have topped 125,000 across the country, a high point for the pandemic. See 10 charts tracking the latest virus numbers.
In a first, Congress overrides Trump veto of defense bill
The widely popular defense measure provides a 3% pay raise for U.S. troops and guides defense policy. In dismissing objections to the $740 billion bill, Congress rebuked Trump just weeks before his term ends.
Vaccination race in US off to slow, messy start; Wisconsin hospital worker arrested for spoiled shots
The race to vaccinate millions of Americans is off to a slower, messier start than public health officials and leaders of Operation Warp Speed had expected. Here's the latest virus news.
Virus will keep New Year's crowds away from Times Square; celebrations muted around world
Here's what to expect from New Year's celebrations in a coronavirus-concerned world. Plus other virus developments this morning.
GOP-led Senate rejects vote, dooms $2K checks; virus variant spreads to California
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell shut the door Wednesday on President Trump's push for $2,000 COVID-19 relief checks as he blocked another attempt by Democrats to force a vote.
Here's why UK's approval of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine is so important globally. Get today's latest.
Virus update: Britain authorized an easy-to-handle coronavirus vaccine today; new questions over virus strain found in Colorado; and more of today's virus developments.
First US case of coronavirus variant found in Colorado; Biden criticizes pace of vaccine rollout, vows to ramp up
The first reported U.S. case of the COVID-19 variant that's been seen in the United Kingdom has been discovered in Colorado. Scientists believe the new virus variant is more contagious.
McConnell blocks Democratic push for Trump's $2,000 checks
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Tuesday blocked Democrats' push to immediately bring President Donald Trump's demand for $2,000 COVID-19 relief checks up for a vote.
Despite lockdowns, UK hospitalizations surpass spring peak; VP-elect Harris to receive vaccine today
UK eyes tougher rules to fight variant; VP-elect Kamala Harris expected to receive vaccine today; McConnell faces decision over $2,000 payments. Get the latest virus updates.
