U.S. oil production hit a record under Biden.  He seldom mentions it.  —  The politics of oil are particularly tricky for Democrats, whose chances for victory in next year's elections can hinge on whether young, climate-focused voters come out in big numbers.

Former Trump White House insiders call possible 2nd term a threat to American democracy  —  “We don't need to speculate,” one told “This Week” co-anchor Jonathan Karl.  —  ABC's Jonathan Karl interviews Sarah Matthews, left, Cassidy Hutchinson, center, and Alyssa Farah Griffin, Dec. 15, 2023, in Washington.

Graham backtracks on earlier Jan. 6 criticism of Trump: ‘It depends on what the conduct is’  —  Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on Sunday appeared to backtrack on earlier criticism of former President Trump's actions on Jan. 6 and suggested, instead, that his presidential immunity defense was …

Comic legend Shecky Greene dies at 97  —  Shecky Greene, an entertainment legend whose very name became synonymous with stand-up comedy, has died.  He was 97.  —  Greene died at 3:21 a.m. Sunday at his home in Las Vegas of natural causes, confirmed by his wife of 41 years Marie Musso Green.

California law banning most firearms in public is taking effect as the legal fight over it continues  —  LOS ANGELES (AP) — A California law that bans people from carrying firearms in most public places will take effect on New Year's Day, even as a court case continues to challenge the law.

Led by Trump, GOP candidates take polarizing stances on race and history  —  The party's three leading candidates are speaking about history and race in polarizing and provocative ways that sometimes diverge from or distort the facts, some political strategists, experts and civil rights leaders said

The 14th Amendment is the ‘most democratic’ disqualifier, Jamie Raskin says  —  The Maryland Democrat said it is the only disqualifier over which the person has control.  —  The constitutional amendment that election officials in Colorado and Maine are relying on to block former President Donald Trump …

The EU should support Ireland's bold move to regulate Big Tech  —  Dublin, Ireland, was stunned a month ago by riots that transformed its downtown into chaos, the worst rioting in decades, stemming from far-right online rumors about an attack on children. 

Netanyahu says ‘many more months’ of war ahead  —  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not letting up on his vow to destroy the militant group Hamas as he warns the war will continue for months.  —  Netanyahu said at a press conference Saturday there will be “many more months” …

Former U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson, Black Democratic trailblazer, dies at 88  —  Johnson, the first Black woman elected to any seat in Dallas and the first Black Dallasite to serve in Congress, was a towering figure in Texas politics.  —  Retired U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson has died, her family said Sunday on social media.

Frustrated Dem Maverick Joe Lieberman Stumps for ‘No Labels’ Third Option to Political Parties  —  'I've never seen this much anger at the two major parties,' he said  —  Former Sen. Joe Lieberman continues to insist there's no time like the present to ditch both political parties' candidates and seriously consider another option.

Controversial Middle Tennessee Lewis Country Store set for January sale, official confirms  —  Nashville's notorious Lewis Country Store — known for its southern hospitality and controversial political ties — will soon change owners.  —  The North Nashville gas station and marketplace …