Presidency

Ever wondered what the U.S. national security adviser actually does? Learn why a former adviser describes it as "the best foreign-policy job in government."

Every February, Americans honor their presidents. Take our quiz to see how much you know about U.S. presidents. Share your results!

Around the United States, numerous memorials — some famous, some obscure — honor those people who served as U.S. president.

Here are some of the highlights from President Trump's State of the Union speech that he delivered to Congress on February 5.

President George H.W. Bush has died, after a lifetime of serving his country and playing important roles on the world stage.

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.

President Trump welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron on April 23 as his first guest for an official state visit.

More than 200 years ago, George Washington voluntarily gave up the office of the presidency of the United States. Find out why the speech he gave announcing his departure is still so important that it is read aloud every year in the Senate.

Before nominees for Cabinet positions can start work, they have one important hurdle to clear: the Senate confirmation process.