Disney signed surprise agreement that limits new board's power, officials say

The newly-appointed board for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District – formerly known as the Reedy Creek Independent District – and governs Walt Disney World and its properties, said Wednesday that that previous board signed an unexpected decades-long agreement with Disney, effectively stripping the new board of its power.

TikTok ban pushed by Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley blocked in Senate

Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley called TikTok “digital fentanyl" and argued it could give the Chinese government access to data from 150 million American users.

AP source: Fetterman expected back to Senate in April

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman will return to the Senate in April, two months after the freshman Democrat sought inpatient treatment for clinical depression, a person close to Fetterman said Wednesday.

Delaware lawmakers give final approval to marijuana bills

Tuesday's votes could prompt a battle with the Democratic governor, who vetoed a legalization bill last year.

20 years later: Reflection and regret on 2002 Iraq war vote

Twenty years after the Iraq invasion in March 2003, a Senate vote is expected this week to repeal the 2002 and 1991 authorizations of force against Iraq.

Biden's pick to lead FAA withdraws amid shaky Senate support

Republicans were united in opposition to Denver airport CEO Phillip Washington, calling him unqualified because of limited aviation experience.

McConnell leaves rehab facility following therapy for concussion

The 81-year-old Kentucky Republican said in a statement released by his office that he will work from home for the next few days.

South Carolina's top accountant to resign after $3.5 billion error

The Senate panel investigating the incident issued a damning report last week accusing him of "willful neglect of duty."

House GOP passes Parents' Bill of Rights Act in clash over schools

The bill would give parents greater oversight of what is taught in public schools. Critics say it is a burdensome proposal that would fuel a far-right movement that has resulted in book bans.

Iowa governor signs gender-affirming care ban, bathroom law

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has signed a pair of laws restricting the bathrooms transgender students can use and banning gender-affirming medical care amid a flood of legislation nationwide targeting the trans community.

Pennsylvania judge dismisses latest GOP mail ballot lawsuit

A Pennsylvania judge is dismissing a lawsuit filed by the Republican National Committee that had sought to prevent counties from helping voters ensure their ballots count by fixing minor, technical errors on mail-in ballot envelopes.

Gun violence to bring hearing, rally to Pennsylvania Capitol

Anti-gun violence advocates will rally for tighter gun control in Pennsylvania, where a politically divided government has fought firearms policy to a virtual standstill for decades.

Expanded Florida law would ban lessons on sexual orientation, gender identity in all grades

The rule change would ban lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity from grades 4 to 12. The proposal would not require legislative approval and is scheduled for a vote by the state Board of Education next month.

In Trump case, NY grand jury appears near end of its work

A New York grand jury investigating Donald Trump over a hush money payment to a porn star appears poised to complete its work soon as law enforcement officials make preparations for possible unrest in the event of an indictment.

Oklahoma court greenlights abortion to save mother's life

The Oklahoma Supreme Court on Tuesday overturned a portion of the state’s ban on abortion, ruling women have a right to an abortion not just in a medical emergency.

In Trump probe, NYC grand jury hearing from final witnesses

A New York grand jury investigating Donald Trump is hearing from final witnesses as law enforcement officials accelerate security preparations in advance of a possible indictment.