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Samantha Pierce of Cleveland has a 7-year-old daughter, Camryn. In 2009, Pierce gave premature birth to twins. The babies did not survive. Scientists say black women lead more stressful lives, which makes them more likely to give birth prematurely and puts their babies at risk of dying.

How Racism May Cause Black Mothers To Suffer The Death Of Their Infants

African-American women are more likely to lose a baby in the first year of life than women of any other race. Scientists think that stress from racism makes their bodies and babies more vulnerable.

Supporters of Donald Trump celebrate as results come in during an election night event at the New York Hilton Midtown on Nov. 8, 2016. Despite his victory, many conservatives still feel like they are losing their grip on the country.

Despite So Much Winning, The Right Feels Like It's Losing

Donald Trump's victory ushered in a level of conservative dominance in American politics not seen in nearly a century. But fears of losing a culture war can stoke "apocalyptic" feelings on the right.

U.S. Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein addresses the North American International Cyber Summit, in October.

Deputy AG To Answer Allegations Of Bias On Special Counsel's Team

Rod Rosenstein is set to appear before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday to discuss special counsel Robert Mueller's probe into Russia's election interference.

Facebook Defends Giving Device-Makers Access To Users' Data For Years

The company says it shared the data only to help Apple, Samsung and other device-makers "recreate Facebook-like experiences." It denies a New York Times report that "deep access" was granted.

Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, R-Wis., leaves after meeting with reporters before a House showdown on immigration, at the Capitol in Washington on Thursday.

House GOP Leaders Forced To Again Delay Vote On Compromise Immigration Bill

House Republicans don't have the votes to pass an immigration bill. The stalemate demonstrates deep divisions inside the party and spotlights a controversial issue just months ahead of the midterms.

Scott Pruitt, administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, arrives for his testimony Wednesday before a Senate Appropriations subcommittee.

EPA's Scott Pruitt, Subject Of Many Ethics Probes, Plays Defense Before Senate

Pruitt is facing a slew of allegations of excess spending and, as of this week, claims his agency sought to block a study on a suspected carcinogen. "I share your concerns," he told senators.

The Justice Department and the FBI — and the rest of Washington's national security community — are bracing for what could be a major change in their relationship with Congress.

Washington Awaits Nunes Memo That Has Pushed It Into Terra Incognita

Republicans leaned forward. Democrats cried foul. And national security leaders warned that the capital might be about to cross a point of no return over a memo authored by Rep. Devin Nunes, R-Calif.

Hillary Clinton Talks Trump And Russia Summit At NYC Fest

The former presidential candidate says it's "deeply disturbing" that President Trump hasn't taken a firm stance against Russian interference in the U.S. election.

Participants sign in at a Democratic Party caucus at Jackson Township Fire Station in Keokuk, Iowa, on Feb. 1, 2016. The DNC has scrapped a virtual caucus plan for 2020.

DNC Recommends Scrapping Plans For Virtual Iowa, Nevada Caucuses Over Security

The Democratic National Committee won't permit Iowans to join party caucuses remotely. Officials worry that hackers could compromise the system and affect voting.

Marian Anderson's story reveals a longstanding legacy of black women amplifying black women's perspectives through the politics of concert performance.

Lift Every Voice: Marian Anderson, Florence B. Price And The Sound Of Black Sisterhood

The famous contralto made a practice of amplifying black artists, especially black women artists, as seen through her collaborations with composer Florence B. Price.

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