America's long history of 'checks and balances' is being tested by Trump like rarely before

It's what one historian calls an "elaborate, clunky machine," one that's been fundamental to American democracy for more than two centuries.

Ashli Babbitt’s estate, DOJ move to settle $30M wrongful death lawsuit
The Department of Justice has reached a preliminary settlement with the family of Ashli Babbitt, an Air Force veteran and Trump supporter who was...
MS-13 gangbanger nicknamed ‘Chuky’ sentenced to 17 years for prison fentanyl drug ring
"Whether you operate on the streets or behind prison walls, we will identify your leaders and members, dismantle your networks, and hold you...
Horrifying discovery made in Long Island home following reports of foul stench coming from building
The horror house was found with dozens of dead cats inside.
Malibu man to stand trial for murder in high-speed crash that left 4 Pepperdine students dead
A 23-year-old Malibu, California, man was ordered by a judge this week to stand trial on murder and vehicular manslaughter charges after a crash a...
Nuggets crush Clippers in decisive Game 7
The Nuggets, with a Game 7 loss at home last season to the Timberwolves fresh in their memories, blew out the Clippers in the second half to clinch...
Warren Buffett's best and worst investments in his 60 years as Berkshire Hathaway CEO
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett said Saturday that he wants to step down as chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of the year. The...