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Artwork by military children decorates a display in the East Colonnade of the East Wing at the White House, Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, in Washington.

Military children’s art featured in White House showcase

First lady Jill Biden unveiled the Military Children's Corner installation, which will feature artwork by children from military families.

7 days ago

GOP, Dems clash on multiyear munitions buys as shutdown looms

A niche appropriations debate on multiyear munitions buys has ballooned into one of the numerous partisan standoffs over the defense spending bill.

By Bryant Harris

8 days ago

How contractors are bracing for a federal government shutdown

Contractors, like federal agencies, are reading the handwriting on the wall and are bracing for a shutdown.

By Molly Weisner

14 days ago

AUKUS standoff: Australia, UK wait on Congress to approve pact

AUKUS was announced two years ago. Now Congress must pass several bills to make the pact work, from export controls to submarine transfer authorities.

By Bryant Harris

4 weeks ago

Federal officials unveil aid for water, shelter as Maui residents reel

The Biden administration is seeking $12 billion in additional money for the government’s disaster relief fund.

7 weeks ago

Former Marine captain’s Syrian detention reaches 11th year

Syrian officials were willing to share proof of life information as recently as 2020, reporting indicates.

7 weeks ago