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Charles Booker, a Kentucky state representative, has received endorsements from national progressive leaders Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The attention has helped him raise more money in the final stretch of the primary contest against former Marine Corps pilot Amy McGrath.

Kentucky Democratic Primary To Decide Who Will Face McConnell Shows Split In Party

Charles Booker, a Black progressive state representative, is mounting a strong challenge to Amy McGrath, the veteran recruited by top Democrats to run against Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell.

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt testifies before the House Energy and Commerce Committee on Capitol Hill on Dec. 7, 2017.

Who's In Charge? Potential Leadership Shake-Ups Leave Agencies In Limbo

The EPA is the latest agency facing an uncertain future for its top official. Instability in Trump's Cabinet may have lasting repercussions for government departments.

CIA director nominee Gina Haspel attends Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's ceremonial swearing-in at the State Department in Washington last week.

CIA Nominee Gina Haspel Faces A Senate Showdown

Haspel is the first woman nominated for the CIA's top job. Her covert career and links to waterboarding will likely make for an unusual Senate confirmation hearing with an uncertain outcome.

Attorney General Jeff Sessions speaks with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein at an event at the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. on Feb. 2, 2018.

As Washington Gears Up To Tackle Foreign Influence, How Effective Can It Be?

Leaders in Congress and elsewhere in D.C., including top DOJ officials, want to start taking concrete steps to defend the 2018 elections from another foreign attack. But it's a big, broad challenge.

Mike Pompeo has been a leading critic of the nuclear deal with Iran and has said the U.S. would not soften its stance on North Korea ahead of planned talks between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and President Trump.

Mike Pompeo: A Soldier, Spy Chief And Tea Party Republican To Become A Diplomat

He's been a tank commander, a successful businessman, a congressman and head of the CIA. He's cultivated a tough-guy persona with hawkish views on foreign policy. He's set to be the top U.S. diplomat.

A trip to Ann Arbor, Mich., wouldn't be complete without a visit to Zingerman's. A new cookbook shares some no-nonsense recipes that seem like they're just an oven-preheat away from appearing warm and fresh in your kitchen.

Zingerman's Bakehouse, A Michigan Icon, Rolls Out A New Cookbook

A visit to Ann Arbor wouldn't be complete without a trip to an eatery that bears the famous name. And the mouthwatering, no-nonsense recipes are designed to entice even novice bakers into the kitchen.

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