Barack Obama
The latest on former President Barack Obama. The 44th president of the United States, Obama was in office from 2008 to 2016. Highlights from his presidency include the passage of the Affordable Care Act, his administrations' actions in the wake of the 2008 economic collapse, and the capture of Osama bin Laden. His vice president, Joe Biden, was elected the 46th president of the United States in 2020.
Tafari Campbell's wife speaks out over his death: "My heart is broken"
Campbell, former president Barack Obama's personal chef, drowned while paddleboarding on Martha's Vineyard, state police said.
Tafari Campbell's death has eerie parallels with former Clinton chef
The death of Tafari Campbell has parallels with that of Walter Scheib, another former White House chef who also died after drowning in a freak accident.
What Barack and Michelle Obama have said about Tafari Campbell's death
"Our hearts are broken that he's gone," the Obamas said of their personal chef in a statement, who they described as a "beloved part of out family."
Tafari Campbell drowned with another paddleboarder at scene—Police
Campbell, former president Barack Obama's personal chef, drowned near the former first family's home in Martha's Vineyard.
Tafari Campbell's death sparks wave of conspiracy theories
Campbell's body was found on Monday near Barack Obama's home on Martha's Vineyard, off the coast of Massachusetts.
Who was Tafari Campbell? Obamas' chef drowns in Martha's Vineyard pond
Massachusetts State Police said that Campbell was recovered in waters near the house of the former first family early Monday morning.
Fact Check: Did Biden and Obama wear pink suits for Barbie promo?
President Joe Biden and former President Barack Obama were seemingly pictured in pink suits as Barbie hit theaters.
Kari Lake suggests Hillary Clinton may kill her
Lake made the comments in a new interview, relitigating her 2022 gubernatorial election defeat.
Donald Trump falters as Americans rate former presidents
John F. Kennedy remains the former president with the highest approval rating in a Gallup survey.
Hunter Biden scandal "extremely serious," former FBI agent says
The former agent, Nicole Parker, has made frequent appearances on conservative news outlets, supporting the disputed claims that the FBI has been "weaponized."
Joe Biden's new student loan forgiveness possible thanks to George Bush
The Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) plan allows for remaining student debt balances to be cancelled after 20 or 25 years of payments.
Is Joe Biden's approval rating getting even worse? Here's what polls show
Biden is less popular than Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton were at this stage in their presidencies.
Pride Month marked by "unprecedented" backlash
Pride Month is ending. But there are 125 days annually celebrating the LGBTQ+ community, so there are plenty more opportunities for both sides to clash.
Supreme Court ruling could impact 28 voting cases
A slew of lawsuits across the U.S. pertaining to congressional maps and voting laws will be tested in the months and years ahead, experts say.
Obama celebrates Supreme Court ruling on "far-right" election theory
The former Democratic president weighed in on one of the most consequential SCOTUS decisions of the year.
Fox host Jesse Watters casts doubt on Obama's 'American perspective'
Watters described Obama as "a guy whose father has roots in Africa."
Democrats Need to Prosecute the Case Against Trump, Starting Now
Unfortunately, the rule of law doesn't seem likely to catch up to Trump before the election.
On Cuba-China Ties, the U.S. Should Look in the Mirror
Historical baggage cannot be overlooked.
Meghan Markle and Harry leave Spotify with "stronger position" in Hollywood
Entertainment expert Mark Boardman told Newsweek that although they might not be able to command the same fees as before, Meghan's podcast was an award-winner.
Obama addresses Tim Scott's racism rhetoric: "People are rightly skeptical"
Senator Tim Scott, who's running for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination, has argued against discussions of systemic racism in the United States.
Trump's White House doctor's Joe Biden rant after stage fall goes viral
Representative Ronny Jackson described the president as "an embarrassment to our country" following his stumble onstage.
Former White House lawyer predicts next Trump indictment coming "soon"
Former acting U.S. Solicitor General Neal Katyal said an indictment in special counsel Jack Smith's investigations is "Trump's worst nightmare."
Russia punishes Trump's enemies
In a new list of sanctions, the Kremlin penalized prominent adversaries of former President Donald Trump who have no known connections to Russian policy.
Cocaine dealer who had sentence commuted by Obama charged over shooting
In a letter to the convict, President Obama said: "I believe in your ability to prove the doubters wrong and change your life for the better."
Joe Biden's "egregious" Hunter Biden defense blasted by Harvard professor
Harvard University law professor Jack Goldsmith wrote on Sunday that presidents should not comment on pending Justice Department investigations.
Tucker Carlson reveals he was "excited" by Obama's presidency
During his first public appearance since his departure from Fox News, Carlson spoke briefly about America's 44th president.
Video of Robin Williams calling Joe Biden an "idiot" resurfaces
"Joe is like your uncle who's on a new drug and hasn't got the dosage right," the late comedian said in the clip.
Where to watch the 2023 White House Correspondents' Dinner with Joe Biden
The president will join comedian Roy Wood Jr., who is hosting the event.
This is what world leaders would look like as Wes Anderson characters
A designer has asked an essential question: What if our politicians were the stars of a Wes Anderson film?
Biden is winning over more Democrats than Obama, Clinton
Polls show that Joe Biden enjoys higher job grades from Democrats than the past two Democratic presidents during the same point in their presidencies.
