Latest "white-house" stories

Biden asks Congress for Israel, Ukraine aid in giant defense package

President Biden intends to ask Congress for nearly $100 billion in military aid to Ukraine and Israel amid heightened tensions throughout the Middle East.

By Bryant Harris and Noah Robertson

6 weeks ago

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.

2 months 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

2 months ago

How government contractors, industry are bracing for budget shutdown

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

By Molly Weisner

2 months 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.

4 months 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.

4 months ago