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Capitol briefs: Legislators eye halting Oklahoma's death penalty

Legislators eye halting Oklahoma's death penalty State Rep. Jason Dunnington, D-Oklahoma City, filed House Bill 2876 to end use...

Financial irregularities discovered in audit of Garfield County town

KREMLIN — A state audit of the small Garfield County town of Kremlin has revealed numerous financial irregularities, including...

Trump’s impeachment trial begins

Raising the civic IQ: Elected municipal officers invited back to campus

Civics lessons for elected city officers and those thinking about running for office begin Saturday at Oklahoma City University...

Martinez-Brooks to seek Ward 3 city council seat in Oklahoma City

Current Ward 3 Councilman Larry McAtee is retiring when his term ends in 2021.

Court papers detail claims in dustup between public relations firms

Social welfare organizations may keep their donors' identities a secret.

Half of all Oklahomans registered to vote in 2020

The Oklahoma State Election Board shows that more than 2 million individuals are registered.

Oklahoma could see 'Make America Great Again' license plates

The license plates would allow Oklahomans to show their support for President Donald Trump.

Raising the civic IQ: Elected city leaders invited back to campus

A partnership of the Oklahoma Municipal League and Oklahoma City University offers a "Learn to Govern" certificate.

Bill would require racial impact statements for future criminal justice legislation

To address racial disparities in Oklahoma’s justice system, future criminal justice legislation may have to go through an...

Horn introduces bill to rename downtown post office for Clara Luper

Led by Rep. Kendra Horn, Oklahoma members of the U.S. House on Tuesday sponsored legislation to rename the downtown Oklahoma...

Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter files lawsuit against opioid distributors

Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter filed a state lawsuit against three major opioid distributors Monday, accusing them of...

Public Service Co. of Oklahoma gets recommended approval of its plan to add wind power

Don’t call Public Service Co. of Oklahoma’s plan to add 675 megawatts of additional wind power to its portfolio "Wind Catcher...

Statewide rape kit tracking system takes effect

Sexual assault survivors will now be able to monitor the location and status of their rape kit through a statewide electronic...

Stitt wants state schools superintendent to be appointed, not elected

Gov. Kevin Stitt wants Oklahoma's state schools chief to be appointed, a move that would give the governor more control over...

How should we cover Oklahoma’s Legislature? Tell us

It’s a new year, and that means the start of Oklahoma’s 2020 legislative session is right around the corner. The four-month...

Record numbers sign up for health coverage

A record number of Oklahomans signed up for health coverage through the Affordable Care Act’s federal exchange for 2020 despite...

House passes bill to curb chemicals found in some Oklahoma water

The U.S. House approved a bill Friday aimed at curbing exposure to chemicals that have contaminated water at military...

Opioid manufacturer Endo Pharmaceuticals reaches $8.75 million settlement with Oklahoma

Drug manufacturer Endo Pharmaceuticals has agreed to pay Oklahoma $8.75 million to resolve potential litigation over the...

White House considering dramatic expansion of travel ban

WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is considering dramatically expanding its much-litigated travel ban to additional countries...

Area codes: The 405 becoming the 405/572

The 405 soon will be the 405/572. The North American Numbering Plan Administrator, which oversees much of the continent’s...

Oklahoma lawmakers reject resolution to limit Trump's actions against Iran

All five Oklahoma members of the U.S. House voted Thursday against a resolution to limit President Donald Trump’s authority to...

Stitt aims to slash state regulations by 25%

Impressed by the impact of President Donald Trump’s executive order to reduce federal regulations, Gov. Kevin Stitt plans to...

Metro-area residents needed for Oklahoma City's housing market and affordability survey

Oklahoma City is asking metro residents to fill out a housing market and affordability survey to help city planners identify...

House approves measure to restrain Trump’s actions on Iran

WASHINGTON (AP) — Reigniting a debate over who has the power to declare war, the Democratic-controlled House on Thursday...

Oklahoma Corporation Commission authorizes overlay area code to serve new numbers in central Oklahoma

Get ready to limber up those fingers. By this time next year, you will need them to dial the 10 digits to successfully phone...

Ex-CIA officer questions reason for killing Iranian general

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — President Donald Trump's rationale for ordering the killing of a top Iranian general is reminiscent of...

Cyberwar with Iran: How vulnerable is America?

The U.S. airstrike in Baghdad that killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani on Friday will likely lead to retaliatory...

Oklahoma GOP lawmakers back Trump after Iran launches retaliatory attacks

Members of Oklahoma's congressional delegation reacted Tuesday and Wednesday to Iran firing missiles into bases in Iraq where...

American Petroleum Institute highlights energy benefits ahead of coming elections

The American Petroleum Institute is venturing headlong into the political arena as the presidential election approaches. On...

Trump retreats from threat to attack Iranian cultural sites

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Tuesday backed away from his threats to target Iranian cultural sites if Iran...

Work on system to gather purged saltwater about complete, agency says

OMEGA — Work to build a system to collect saltwater coming from the ground as part of a purge is about done. Meanwhile,...

Criminal justice reform task force to recommend chief cultural officer for DOC

A criminal justice reform task force will recommend the Department of Corrections hire a chief cultural officer to help push...

Oklahoma County jail to get extended commissary service, new staff meal plans

Starting in March, inmates at the Oklahoma County jail will see increased days of commissary service, and jail employees will...

OKC civic life for Monday, Jan. 6, 2020

Council OKs wage hikes City employees represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees...

November dip gives way to record December for marijuana industry

There’s a first time for everything, and in November Oklahoma saw its first month without record medical marijuana sales. But...

Grandson aims to highlight Halliburtons' best works in future book

Gov. Kevin Stitt and a host of other dignitaries joined Halliburton Co. employees and CEO Jeff Miller to celebrate the...

'The reality is it could happen anywhere': Faith leaders discuss safety in houses of worship

A metro area security professional said the odds are good that some Oklahomans are toting firearms along with their holy books...

Rockets fired after day of mourning for slain Iranian leader

BAGHDAD (AP) — Thousands took to the streets of Baghdad for the funeral procession of Iran's top general Saturday after he was...

Winner of $400M border wall contract: 'a gung-ho, smart guy'

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Tommy Fisher peered into a Fox News camera and talked up his North Dakota-based company's ability to...

Oklahoma lawmakers back killing of general but caution against war with Iran

Oklahoma lawmakers said Friday that the Trump administration had eliminated a dangerous terrorist in killing a top Iranian...

Trump plan to curb teen vaping exempts some flavors

WASHINGTON — U.S. health officials will ban most flavored e-cigarettes popular with underage teenagers, but with major...

Oklahoma Corporation Commission turns away utility's request to dismiss or pause service dispute case

Elected Oklahoma Corporation Commissioners on Thursday turned away a request to either dismiss or pause a case where an...

Oklahoma health advocates applaud raising tobacco sales age

Oklahoma health advocates are celebrating the prohibition on sale of tobacco products to people under the age of 21, per a new...

Oklahoma population inches toward 4 million

Oklahoma’s population continues to creep toward 4 million, according to new U.S. Census Bureau estimates that show the state...

Tulsa clinic claims Oklahoma constitution protects abortion rights

The Oklahoma Constitution provides stronger protection for abortion rights than the U.S. Constitution, according to a Tulsa...

Top 10 most-read Oklahoman.com articles in 2019

Can you believe 2019 is over and done with? While taking a look at The Oklahoman's most-read articles of the year, it's clear...

Tribal compacts have a long history (and future) in Oklahoma

What are state/tribal compacts? Compacts are special government-to-government working agreements on issues of mutual interest,...

Oklahoma governor, chiefs announce one-year extensions of hunting/fishing compacts

The State of Oklahoma and the Cherokee and Choctaw nations announce agreements to extend their hunting and fishing compacts...

Racial bias in facial recognition software: What travelers should know as TSA, CBP expand programs

Federal government researchers found evidence of bias against minorities in facial recognition software as its use is set to...

Lankford says Trump a conundrum, not a role model

Like most Republican lawmakers, U.S. Sen. James Lankford has been asked repeatedly to respond to specific comments made by...

10th Circuit orders hearing for man in Oklahoma killings

DENVER (AP) — A man sentenced to death for killing a Texas couple camping in Oklahoma nearly 20 years ago won a chance on...

Judge dismisses impeachment suit from ex-White House aide

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Monday dismissed a lawsuit from a former White House official who had challenged a...

After record cash infusion, $14M sought for governor's economic development fund

The Oklahoma Department of Commerce seeks additional money for an economic development fund dedicated to attracting businesses...

US strikes hit Iraqi militia blamed in contractor's death

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. has carried out military strikes in Iraq and Syria targeting a militia blamed for a rocket attack...

Trump in Palm Beach: Home Alone 2 scene cut riles president’s supporters

Donald Trump, Jr., and others took to Twitter Thursday to blast Canadian broadcasters for editing out a cameo by President...

Blocked road-rail intersections were far worse, back in the day

If you think Oklahoma City drivers’ angst about blocked road-rail intersections is something new, think again. Your great...

Navy considers shipbuilding cuts for upcoming budget

PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The Navy is proposing construction cutbacks and accelerated ship retirements that would delay, or sink,...

Universal Service Fund administrator explains in testimony why another fee increase is needed

Discussions about a potential fee increase on phone bills are coming after the first of the year. Landline, wireless and Voice...

Why did Trump ditch his church in Palm Beach on Christmas Eve for evangelical service?

PALM BEACH, Fla. — Six days after a scorching editorial in an evangelical Christian magazine called for his ouster, President...

Oklahoma Supreme Court retains jurisdiction of appeals filed in state case against opioid manufacturer

The Oklahoma Supreme Court will retain jurisdiction of appeals filed in a case in which a $465 million verdict was rendered...

Petition to legalize recreational marijuana withdrawn; measure to be rewritten and refiled

An initiative petition to legalize the recreational use of marijuana for adults ages 21 and up was withdrawn this week. But...

Trumps wish Americans 'Merry Christmas' as they mark holiday

PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump are wishing Americans a Merry Christmas as they...

Man killed, woman hurt in police shooting in Oklahoma City

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Two Oklahoma City police officers opened fire on a gun wielding man, killing him, after a two-hour...

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt 'getting really, really close' on health plan

Gov. Kevin Stitt said Friday he is close to publicly releasing his health care plan that centers on some form of a Medicaid...

Joe Exotic faces Jan. 22 sentencing

CHICKASHA — From jail, former zookeeper Joe Exotic is predicting he will be vindicated one day on appeal. "It may take me a...

Warren, back in Oklahoma, sees tribal leaders in private

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Returning to the state where she was born, Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren met...

First steps: A look back at Gov. Kevin Stitt's first year in office

The outsider is enjoying life on the inside. “People ask me: What’s the most surprising thing about being governor coming from...

Oklahoma food stamp recipients won't be affected by SNAP change

State officials believe upcoming changes to the federal food stamp program, which have attracted national attention in recent...

Oklahoma will continue to resettle refugees, Stitt tells Trump administration

Gov. Kevin Stitt agreed to continue allowing refugees to resettle in Oklahoma next year under a new presidential directive that...

Census data shows economic disparities between Oklahoma's metro, rural areas

New data estimates from the Census Bureau continue to paint a picture that Oklahomans living in or near metro areas tend to be...

Mayor, cemetery at odds in search for Tulsa massacre victims

TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Officials say a privately owned cemetery is blocking efforts to find the remains of black Tulsa residents...

Buttigieg leads 2020 rivals in Wall Street contributions

WASHINGTON (AP) — The financial sector, blamed by progressives for spawning the 2008 economic collapse, is lining up behind...

Exploring the data on Hollywood’s gender pay gap

A recent national comparison of average salaries indicates that women in the U.S. earn approximately 80% as much as men. In the...

US heads to court to build Trump border wall in Texas

HOUSTON (AP) — Three years into Donald Trump's presidency, the U.S. government is ramping up its efforts to seize private land...

Oklahoma state budget projected to be flat next year

Gov. Kevin Stitt and Oklahoma's Legislature will have a relatively flat state budget for the upcoming fiscal year, according to...

Lankford to lead Ethics Committee

U.S. Sen. James Lankford was named chairman on Friday of the Senate Ethics Committee, taking a post that few lawmakers seek...

Wisconsin governor rejects 'Making a Murderer' pardon bid

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers said Friday he will not consider a pardon request from a man convicted of rape...

Sarah Huckabee Sanders apologizes to Joe Biden over debate tweet about stuttering

Biden quickly responded, saying that he has worked his whole life to overcome his own stutter.

Western district judges Dishman, Jones confirmed by U.S. Senate

The U.S. Senate on Thursday confirmed Jodi W. Dishman and Bernard M. Jones as federal judges for the western district of...

92% of Americans think their basic rights are being threatened, new poll shows

Most Americans surveyed – 92% – think their rights are under siege, according to a poll released Monday.

Oklahoma County district judge found in contempt

For the first time in its history, the Oklahoma Ethics Commission has found a candidate for office in contempt. Without naming...

Continental Resources' Harold Hamm invites presidential contender Elizabeth Warren to learn more about Oklahoma's energy industry

One of Oklahoma’s top energy executives is inviting Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren to spend some time...

Oklahoma City Council sets March 3 election on parks initiative

Oklahoma City voters will decide March 3 whether to increase the sales tax by one-eighth of a cent with proceeds dedicated to...

Court: Part of 'Obamacare' invalid, more review needed

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal appeals court on Wednesday struck down “Obamacare’s” now-toothless requirement that Americans...

Oklahoma schools vying to keep 4-day weeks despite new limits

With more restrictions coming for four-day school weeks, some education advocates are fighting to keep their shortened...

Watch live: House debates impeaching President Trump

The House will debate impeaching President Trump beginning around 8 a.m. You can watch it live, here, on Oklahoman.com.

Task force approves guidelines for collecting, testing sexual assault DNA evidence

A task force that has been working to improve Oklahoma’s response to sexual assaults voted Tuesday to approve guidelines and...

Elizabeth Warren to hold OKC town hall Sunday

The Democratic presidential contender will return to her alma mater.

No special election to be held to fill impending House vacancy

There will be no special election to fill an Oklahoma House seat that will soon be vacant. Rep. Shane Stone, who plans to...

'A long row to hoe': Oklahoma farmers grapple with challenging times

Several years ago, Joseph Tripp watched his money, but he wasn't short on funds. If he needed to buy feed or chemicals, he...

Trump supporters more likely to avoid gluten, study from OSU researcher says

An Oklahoma State University professor recently examined the politics of gluten and found President Donald Trump’s supporters...

Mary Fallin is enjoying life away from politics

After 28 years in office, eight as governor, Mary Fallin quietly left the heat of a very public spotlight. "Life has been...

Facebook disinformation in the 2020 presidential election: What you can do to stop its spread

We all consider ourselves experts on separating fact from fiction. Sharing disinformation on social media is something that...

Western Heights school district shorted $7.3 million in state aid over 11-year period

The Western Heights Public School District was shorted more than $7.3 million in state aid payments over an 11-year period...

Justices to take up dispute over subpoenas for Trump records

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court said Friday it will hear President Donald Trump's pleas to keep his tax, bank and financial...

Man suspected of abducting woman is fatally shot by police

CORDELL, Okla. (AP) — An Oklahoma man suspected of abducting a woman and missing a court date on charges of assaulting two...

Delegation splits on Pelosi drug bill

U.S. Rep. Kendra Horn voted for the Democratic bill to control prescription drug prices on Thursday, while the four Republicans...

Energize for Safey Coalition celebrates safety results along busy STACK highway

Tickets and warnings are up and accidents are down along a busy stretch of state highway running through Oklahoma’s STACK...

Horn, Prater differ over death row inmate's clemency petition

U.S. Rep. Kendra Horn said Wednesday that Gov. Kevin Stitt should consider clemency for death row inmate Julius D. Jones, but...

ACLU files federal lawsuit challenging cash bail system in Canadian County

Seeking to overhaul what they say is an “unconstitutional cash bail system which discriminates against poor people,” the...

Coalition seeks signatures in support of death row inmate Julius Jones

More than 133,000 people have signed an online petition in support of Oklahoma death row inmate Julius Jones, whose claims of...

Oklahoma lawmakers praise progress on trade agreement

Oklahoma lawmakers said Tuesday they were glad a new trade agreement with Canada and Mexico had moved a step closer to a vote...

Agreement sets stage for Public Service Co. of Oklahoma to add wind energy to its portfolio if regulators agree

TULSA — Regulators and other interested parties have agreed to Public Service Co. of Oklahoma’s proposal to buy ownership into...

Defense bill compromise includes pay raise, family housing reform

Senate and House negotiators have reached agreement on a defense bill that will provide a 3.1 percent raise for troops and take...

OK County sheriff gives jail trust new deadline to take over county jail

Oklahoma County Sheriff P.D. Taylor announced Tuesday he will extend the deadline to April 15 for the Oklahoma County Jail...

Democrats unveil 2 articles of impeachment against Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) — House Democrats have announced two articles of impeachment charging President Donald Trump with abuse of...

OKC Civic Life for Monday, Dec. 10, 2019

MAPS 4: Polls open Tuesday Polls will be open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday for the MAPS 4 election. Voters are deciding whether to...

State briefs for Dec. 10, 2019: Stitt to speak at OSU graduation ceremonies Saturday

STILLWATER Stitt to speak at OSU graduation ceremonies Gov. Kevin Stitt will return to his alma mater Saturday to speak at both...

Pardon and Parole Board sees 118 percent increase in docketed cases

The Pardon and Parole Board had an increase of 118% in docketed cases this year. The board had 6,940 docketed cases this year,...

Oklahoma City nonprofit raises funds to serve human trafficking survivors

The Dragonfly Home, a metro-area nonprofit that helps human trafficking survivors, is holding its third annual “Drive for...

Stitt appoints corrections director

Gov. Kevin Stitt on Friday appointed a new director to oversee the Oklahoma Department of Corrections, following the previous...

Bills in Oklahoma Legislature aim to tackle domestic violence

Lisa was trying to leave her abusive boyfriend, but before she could, he held her captive and beat and strangled her over a...

State branding initiative won't include new license plates after all

Redesigned license plates are no longer part of the immediate plan to build an Oklahoma brand. Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell said this...

Impeachment collides with funding deadline, testing Congress

WASHINGTON (AP) — The impeachment drama is dominating Washington, but leading figures such as House Speaker Nancy Pelosi still...

Chicago chief's firing again rattles confidence in force

CHICAGO (AP) — The unceremonious firing of Chicago's police superintendent just weeks before his retirement has rattled a...

DA: Grady County officials overpayment case settled

CHICKASHA — After a special state investigative audit of salary overpayments to Grady County elected officials, a settlement...

Supreme Court keeps federal executions on hold

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Friday blocked the Trump administration from restarting federal executions next week...

Stitt appoints corrections director

Former Department of Corrections Director Joe Allbaugh resigned in June.

Criminal justice reform task force seeks extension

The governor's office is filing an extension for the RESTORE Task Force, a group that has been working to make criminal justice...

Tribes will be operating Class III games illegally on Jan. 1 if no compact deal is reached, Gov. Kevin Stitt says

Gov. Kevin Stitt on Thursday said tribes that offer Class III gaming after Jan. 1 will be doing so illegally. The question for...

Record number of candidates files for Oklahoma presidential primaries

Filing for Oklahoma’s presidential primaries on March 3 ended Wednesday with a record number of candidates. U.S. Sens. Cory...

Gov. Kevin Stitt addresses several hundred at 40th-annual Governor's Water Conference & Research Symposium

MIDWEST CITY — “Water Means Business” is a most-appropriate title for the 40th Oklahoma Governor’s Water Conference &...

OKC legislator to resign, special election to occur

An Oklahoma City-area legislator will resign at the end of the year, triggering a special election to fill the seat until...

Trump, Biden among second-day filers for presidential primaries

President Donald Trump, who finished second in the 2016 Republican presidential primary in Oklahoma, filed as the clear...

City council sets hearing on food desert ordinance

The city council plans a public hearing Dec. 17 on a "healthy neighborhoods” zoning ordinance to fight junk-food proliferation...

Oklahoma County jail, ICE policies in the clear for sheriff

Oklahoma County Sheriff P.D. Taylor said he has no plans to change jail policies regarding U.S. Immigration and Customs...

Stitt opposes criminal justice petition; has own plans

Gov. Kevin Stitt opposes an initiative petition seeking criminal justice reforms because the measure would amend Oklahoma's...

$34 million OK'd for highway projects in Yukon, Woodward County

Approval of a $13 million Yukon bridge replacement project and a $21 million highway widening project in Woodward County...

Lankford cites tents for migrants, sea lion research in latest waste report

U.S. Sen. James Lankford took aim at temporary tents for migrants, Russian sea lion research, privatized military housing and...

Oklahoma state health department requests less funding, smaller budget

While Oklahoma ranks among the worst states for most health outcomes, the Oklahoma State Department of Health is aiming to...

Sanders, Warren among candidates filing for Oklahoma primaries

Eight Democrats and one Republican filed Monday for Oklahoma’s presidential primaries. Among those to file on the first...

Senate approves successor to Rick Perry as energy secretary

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s pick to succeed Rick Perry as energy secretary has won easy Senate confirmation....

Oklahoma County delays vote on liquor store hours

At their Monday meeting, Oklahoma County commissioners deferred a decision that would let voters choose if liquor stores in the...

Oklahoma coordinator to investigate missing, murdered Native Americans

Oklahoma will receive federal funding to hire a murdered and missing indigenous persons coordinator as the Department of...

State continues to address skilled-worker shortage

Today, high-tech thermostats can tell which room someone is in and heat or cool accordingly. Sink faucets can take voice...

Farmers received billions of dollars to compensate for tariffs. Will that continue in 2020?

This is the time of year farmers plan for the upcoming season. With the trade impasse with China continuing, farmers are set to...

Candidate filing period opens next week

Presidential candidate filing period approaching The three-day candidate filing period for Oklahoma’s presidential preference...

Revealed after 26 years, judge was source of scoop for the ages

Oklahoma County District Judge John Amick was keeping a secret that was troubling him inside more and more each day. The judge...

On the Thanksgiving menu: Turkey, with a side of impeachment

CINCINNATI (AP) — Some people heading to Thanksgiving gatherings predict it’s not just the turkey that will get roasted.Already...

Trump creates task force on murdered and missing Native American women

President Donald Trump on Tuesday established a task force to develop a strategy across agencies for dealing with the high rate...

Supreme Court shields Trump’s financial records for now

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is shielding President Donald Trump’s financial records from House Democrats for now.The...

Federal judge: McGahn must comply with House subpoena

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge has ordered former White House counsel Donald McGahn to appear before Congress in a setback...

Immigration court backlog has nearly doubled under Trump

The nation’s backlog of active  immigration court cases has surpassed the 1 million mark and has nearly  doubled...

Oklahoma County may let voters decide on expanding hours of operation for liquor stores

Sometime soon, liquor stores in Oklahoma County may be able to change their weekly days of operation from six to seven. After...

Pentagon chief fires Navy secretary over SEAL controversy

WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Sunday fired the Navy’s top official for allegedly proposing a deal with the...

Michael Bloomberg launches Democratic presidential bid

NEW YORK (AP) — Billionaire and former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, one of the world’s richest men, has formally...

If your 16-year-old is molested in Florida, no sex crime applies

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- The girls had been lured with the promise of $200 for an hour’s work giving Epstein a massage only to...

Certificates of compliance slowing down marijuana business renewals

Medical marijuana businesses have been working through a new certification process, and it’s taking some time. A new law...

Impeachment crossroads: Keep going or time to vote?

WASHINGTON — They’ve heard enough. With stunning testimony largely complete, the House, the Senate and the president are...

On Capitol Hill, officials line up to back Enes Kanter, NBA player and political dissident

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Enes Kanter's jersey from his time with the Oklahoma City Thunder hangs in the office of Sen. James...