How George Washington Picked The White House's Location
The White House is the iconic residence of the president of the United States. Here's how the first head of state, George Washington, picked its location.
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The 14 Presidents Who Served A Second Term
The United States of America has had 46 presidents since 1789, and most of them served only one four-year term. However, a select few won multiple elections.
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Why Columbus Day And Indigenous Peoples' Day Are The Same Day
Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day commemorate a so-called conqueror and those he conquered, respectively. Here's why they're celebrated the same day.
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What The 2023 Elections Could Predict For The 2024 Presidential Election
Election seasons in the United States run significantly longer than in other countries, and many experts use previous elections to predict the next.
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The Longest Strike In American History Lasted Over 7 Years
Worker strikes are nothing new, and have been integral for many gains for industry employees. In American history, the longest strike lasted over seven years.
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What You Didn't Know About Jimmy Carter's Literary Career
Though he had a tough time in office, Jimmy Carter is one of the most well-liked presidents in American history. He also had a long literary career.
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He Was The First American President To Hire A Female Staffer
In 2021 the first female Vice President of the United States was sworn in to office, but in 1890 this was the first American president to hire a female staffer.
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This Was The First Sitting US President To Leave The Country
Presidents traveling abroad might seem normal today, but it used to be taboo. This changed when the first sitting American president left the country.
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The American President Who Befriended A Family Of Mice
Over the years, American presidents have kept many pets - in fact, only four haven't kept animals around the White House. One even befriended a family of mice.
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Why People Think George Washington's Bodyguards Tried To Kill Him
One of George Washington's elite bodyguards was executed for his role in a purported web of traitors - and some believe they intended to kill the president.
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Conspiracy Theories Surrounding Warren G. Harding's Death
President Warren G. Harding died on August 2, 1923, and conspiracy theories about the cause of death continue to swirl today. Here's what they say.
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What Happens If Someone In Jail Is Elected President Of The United States?
No person has ever been elected president of the United States while in jail. But what exactly would happen in this scenario? Let's take a look.
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What Donald Trump's Mugshot Expression Really Means, According To An Expert
A body language expert has just weighed in on Donald Trump's facial expressions as he posed for mugshots at the Fulton County jail in Atlanta.
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Richard Nixon's Daughter Is Married To Another Former President's Grandson
Former President Richard Nixon might be infamous for the Watergate scandal, but his daughter famously married another former head of state's grandson.
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Incredible True Stories Of Black Soldiers In The American Civil War
Often overlooked, Black soldiers were some of the most courageous participants of the American Civil war. These are a few of their incredible true stories.
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This Is How Many Kennedy Family Members Have Run For President
The Kennedy family is perhaps the United States' most famous political dynasty. Over the years, multiple members have run for president - but just how many?
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The Last Thing These US Presidents Said Before They Died
When it comes to presidential last words, not all are well-known, and not all were recorded, but here is how some of America's commanders-in-chief met death.
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Here's What Happened To The Home John F. Kennedy Was Born In
President John F. Kennedy was born on May 29, 1917 at 83 Beals Street in middle-class Brookline, Massachusetts. Here's what happened to the home.
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Why Operation Underground Railroad Was Once Under Investigation
Tim Ballard's Operation Underground Railroad, an organization that works to rescue children from sex trafficking, was once under investigation.
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The Final Months Of John F. Kennedy Jr.'s Life
John F. Kennedy Jr.'s premature death fueled the notion that the Kennedys were a family dogged by misfortune. His final months only fed that image more.
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Why White Buffalo Are So Revered By Indigenous People
White buffalo are revered by indigenous people in North America. Here's why the rare animals are part of native people's belief systems.
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How The Hunter Biden Case Could Affect The 2024 Presidential Election
In June 2023, it was revealed that Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden, will plead guilty to tax offenses. Here's how it could affect the 2024 presidential election.
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The Heaviest Drinking Presidents In American History
The highest office in the U.S. has attracted a surprisingly large number of heavy drinkers. Here are the heaviest drinking presidents in American history.
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Are American Presidents Allowed To Get Drunk?
The job of president of the United States is one of many responsibilities, so alcohol might seem like a no-go. But are they allowed to get drunk?
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The Second Indictment Against Donald Trump Explained
When the indictment against Donald Trump was finally unsealed over the weekend, the exact nature of the charges against the former president came to light.
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The Strangest Places Donald Trump Stored Classified Documents
Donald Trump is facing federal charges for allegations around illegally held documents. Here are the strangest places he stored the classified materials.
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How Many Presidents And Vice Presidents Have Taken Classified Documents (That We Know Of)?
The Presidential Records Act of 1978 made it illegal to mishandle classified information, which is how former president Donald Trump was indicted in 2023.
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