House passes Equality Act, which would enshrine LGBTQ protections in US labor and civil rights laws
The Democratic-led House passed a bill Thursday that would enshrine LGBTQ protections in the nation's labor and civil rights laws, a top priority of President Joe Biden, though the legislation faces an uphill battle in the Senate.
Clark County Republican Party censures Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler over impeachment vote
Congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler has joined the list of lawmakers who have been censured by their own party for voting to impeach former President Donald Trump.
Rep. Herrera Beutler in middle of impeachment trial turmoil
Jaime Herrera Beutler has spent a decade in Congress as a low-key moderate Republican who largely avoided heated partisan battles. That changed with Donald Trump’s second impeachment trial.
Watchdog probes if DOJ officials tried to overturn election
The Justice Department’s inspector general is launching an investigation to examine whether any former or current department officials “engaged in an improper attempt” to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election.
Inauguration Day 2021: Lady Gaga, J. Lo, Garth Brooks headline Biden-Harris ceremony
A slew of glittery celebrities is descending on Washington — virtually or in person — to welcome the new administration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.
With photo of late son Beau behind him, President Joe Biden begins work at White House
With Beau's photo behind him, Biden began his term signing 17 executive orders on Wednesday — and it is likely that Beau's legacy will continue to be an influence on the president's decisions over the next four years.
Local Muslim-Americans optimistic about future after President Biden reverses travel ban
On the day of his inauguration, President Joe Biden repealed the travel ban as promised during his campaign days.
‘American aspiration’: Vice President Kamala Harris addresses nation after making history
Kamala Harris made history on Wednesday, becoming the country's first Black, first Asian and first female second-in-command, after being inaugurated alongside President Joe Biden.
For many in Pacific Northwest, President Biden and VP Harris' inauguration brings emotions
For many people in the Pacific Northwest, Wednesday's inauguration of Joe Biden as President of the United States and Kamala Harris as Vice President brought out all sorts of emotions.
Bernie Sanders’ mittens: Vermont senator’s Inauguration Day outfit lights up social media
Sen. Bernie Sanders drew attention on social media during Wednesday’s 2021 presidential inauguration for an unlikely reason: his outfit.
Loren Culp drops lawsuit alleging election fraud in Washington state
Loren Culp, the Republican gubernatorial candidate who lost to Gov. Jay Inslee in the 2020 election, has withdrawn a lawsuit against the state alleging widespread election fraud.
Lakewood Police investigating after reported death threat against 2020 presidential elector
One of the 12 people chosen to cast Electoral College votes for Washington in the 2020 election says he found a death threat last week on his porch.
Trump drops all lawsuits against Georgia related to 2020 election
The legal team for President Donald Trump has dropped all litigation against the State of Georgia related to the 2020 Presidential Election, the Secretary of State's Office announced Thursday.
PHOTOS: Pro-Trump rioters storm Capitol in DC
The U.S. Capitol was locked down Wednesday after pro-Trump rioters charged the steps as Congress began counting the Electoral College votes.
Washington State elector repulsed by violence at US Capitol
The deadly attack on the Capitol Building is a sobering moment for our country, including those who have been part of the electoral process.
'Unfathomable': Area congressional reps react to 'terror' at US Capitol
Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal was one of a dozen federal lawmakers in the gallery above the House floor when supporters of President Trump stormed the building and everyone had to get on the ground.
What is the 25th Amendment? Here’s what you need to know
Some lawmakers are calling for President Donald Trump to be removed from office using an amendment from the U.S. Constitution.
‘Un-American’: Republican, Democrat lawmakers condemn Trump supporters who breached Capitol
Reaction from lawmakers poured in after the U.S. Capitol was locked down Wednesday due to protesters supporting President Donald Trump breaching barricades and initiating violent clashes with Capitol police.
McMorris Rodgers will now uphold Electoral College vote
Republican Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers of Spokane has reversed course, now saying she will uphold the Electoral College vote count and President-elect Joe Biden’s victory.
In letter to Congress, Pence says he can't claim 'unilateral authority' to reject electoral votes
In a letter to Congress, Vice President Mike Pence said he does not believe he has the "unilateral authority" to decide which electoral votes should be counted.