40th anniversary of Egypt-Israel peace deal celebrated
Forty years ago, Egypt and Israel signed a historic peace treaty that ended more than 30 years of war between the two countries.
Shareable facts on the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem, Israel
Download these shareable graphics about the opening of the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem, Israel.
Women govern some of the largest U.S. cities
Learn about some of the American women who are running for, and winning, the top city government seat: the mayor.
State visit versus official visit: What’s the difference?
When a U.S. president welcomes a world leader to the White House, what determines whether the visit will be a state visit or an official visit? Here's what you need to know.
From fireside chats to Twitter, presidents speak to the people
From "fireside chats" on the radio to Twitter, presidents going back a century have adopted the latest technologies to communicate with the American people.
Sip. Puff. Elect a new president.
Americans with disabilities are politically engaged and ready to exercise their right to vote — independently and with a secret ballot.
The White House: Home to some memorable pets [video]
Pets have always played a role in the White House. Learn more about the cats, dogs — and bears, badgers and hippos — at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Why is the U.S. general election held on a Tuesday in...
Ever wonder why the U.S. general election is held on a Tuesday in November? One reason is the country's agricultural past. See what the other reason is.
U.S. and India: An expanding partnership
Top officials from the U.S. and India met in Washington to discuss their strengthening relationship on civilian and military affairs.