George W. Bush said it’s “time for leaders on both sides to put politics aside, come together, and end this shutdown.” Continue reading →

Myron Thompson — who supported the American-led war in Iraq, opposed gun laws and same-sex marriage, and argued for stronger animal protection and child pornography legislation — was 82. Continue reading →

Mulroney served in office when Bush was president, and the two leaders formed a close relationship. Continue reading →

George W. Bush greeted former presidents with handshakes and smiles at his father’s state funeral Wednesday — and had a sweet exchange with former first lady Michelle Obama.  Continue reading →

An aide helped former U.S. senator Bob Dole, 95, stand for an emotional salute to the casket of his friend, the late president George H. W. Bush, in Washington, D.C. Continue reading →

Bush Sr. and Jr. were both conservatives of their time, resulting in more centrist policies for the former. Continue reading →

Jeff Sessions has so far approved at least a dozen death penalty prosecutions over the past two years, according to court filings tracked by the Federal Death Penalty Resource Counsel. Continue reading →

Kerry was asked on CBS Sunday if he would run in 2020 and did not rule it out. Continue reading →

As political dignitaries gathered at Washington National Cathedral to memorialize Sen. John McCain, the president tweeted familiar grievances and headed to the golf course. Continue reading →

The former president praised his one-time rival for his ability to rise above differences and focus on the common good. Continue reading →