State Department

U.S. Orders Consular Staff To Exit Shanghai Amid COVID Surge

The Chinese government is continuing to pursue its strict "zero COVID" policy to fight the current wave.
By AP

Amnesty Joins Rights Groups In Accusing Israel Of Apartheid

The human rights group says Israel has maintained “a system of oppression and domination” over Palestinians going back to its establishment in 1948.
By Joseph Krauss, AP

U.S. Draws Down Presence At Ukraine Embassy Presence As War Fears Mount

The State Department ordered families of all U.S. personnel at the embassy in Kyiv to leave the country, and allowing non-essential staff to do the same.
By Matthew Lee, AP

White House: 92% Of Fed Workers Under Mandate Are Vaccinated

Officials say the most important lesson for businesses from the federal experience is that once they take the first step toward requirements, their workers will follow.
By Zeke Miller and Colleen Long, AP

In Reversal Of Trump Policy, State Department Discloses Number Of Nukes In U.S. Stockpile

The Biden administration is conducting a nuclear weapons posture and policy review that is expected to be completed early next year.
By ROBERT BURNS, AP

Newt Gingrich: Gay Pride Flag At U.S. Embassies Is 'Deliberately Anti-American'

The GOP former House speaker ranted on Fox News that the Biden administration is "attacking people of traditional values."
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State Department Will List 80% Of Countries As ‘Do Not Travel’ In New Advisories

The shift will align COVID-19 travel advice from the Department of State with that from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Mike Pompeo And Wife Violated Ethics Rules: State Dept. Watchdog

The former Secretary of State and his wife allegedly asked staffers to run personal errands, make restaurant reservations, and care for their dog.
By Matthew Lee, AP

Trump State Department Aide Arrested In Capitol Riot

Charges include assaulting an officer with a dangerous weapon during the Jan. 6 mob insurrection.
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State Department Official Resigns Over Trump’s Race Response

A senior State Department official quit to protest Trump’s response to demands for racial justice.
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