Author: Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY

From major chains to local shops, the coffee business is disproportionately white. Data shows little progress despite the promises.

Biden continues to be scrutinized following the discovery of classified documents in his home and office. Meanwhile, Congress debates the debt limit.

The federal government is set to run up on its debt limit this week. A US debt default could result in economic disaster; the debt ceiling explained.

The biggest news of the week: There is finally a speaker of the House. Friday was also the second anniversary of the January 6, 2021, insurrection,

After domestic spending debate held up negotiations, Congress passed a measure to delay the spending bill vote another week. Here’s what else happened this week.

Congressional Democrats and Republicans are locked in negotiations to pass a spending bill and avoid a partial government shutdown midnight on Friday.

Congress passed legislation to prevent a massive rail strike, plus a bill on same-sex marriage rights. Walker and Warnock campaign in their runoff. And more.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced she was stepping down from Democratic leadership. Donald Trump announced he’s running for president. Plus more.