Gus Faucher

Politically, Trump’s great wall may not be worth the government shutdown. But it appeals to his base, including evangelical Christians.

Democrats seem unlikely to give in to President Trump’s wall funding demands, making another government shutdown likely.

After a week of scandals, Virginia Democrats are in disarray.

PG&E was found responsible for starting many of the fires that hit California these past few years. The utility faces billions of dollars in potential liabilities.

Senior officials in the Trump Justice Department really have suspected the president of allegiance to Russia. They considered invoking the 25th Amendment.

Amazon’s CEO accused American Media Incorporated of trying to extort him by threatening to publish embarrassing photos.

Life, replete with its ups and downs, goes on in U.S. and Mexican border communities despite the political calamity unfolding around them.

Some newly elected Democrats want Trump to face impeachment.  But veterans like Intelligence Committee Chair Adam Schiff are calling for patience.

Thirty-one thousand LAUSD teachers, nurses, librarians, and counselors went on strike this morning. They want a salary increase, smaller class sizes, and the hiring of more staff.