Experts reveal their takeaways from the viral moment when Sen. Deb Fischer's husband, Bruce, appeared to deny the vice president's handshake.

The Palisades fire, which is the largest of the blazes has been burning since the morning of January 7. Located in a predominantly affluent area, it has forced the evacuation of thousands, including several celebrities. Vice President Kamala Harris, who serves as second in command, would have been among them had she been residing in her home.

Bruce Fischer accompanied his wife, first elected as a Senator for Nebraska in 2012, to the ceremony in Washington, D.C., on Friday and his refusal to shake hands with the vice president clearly surprised her as she oversaw the event, marking the beginning of the 119 th Congress.

The first lady took her seat next to Harris with nary an acknowledgement or glance toward the vice president and second gentleman.

Longtime Republican turned never-Trumper Sarah Longwell wanted Joe Biden to defeat Donald Trump. But the outgoing president’s revisionist history in a recent interview with USA Today was a bridge too far for the Biden backer at the time he was still the presumed Democratic nominee.

As she swore in U.S. senators, the vice president experienced delightful and utterly disrespectful interactions with members of Congress.

Vice President Kamala Harris receives a standing ovation during recent address, marking significant milestones in her political journey and leadership impact.

Vice President Kamala Harris says Jan. 6, 2025, was a “good day” for democracy as she oversaw the peaceful certification of Donald Trump's victory.

California is currently being ravaged by massive fires. The outgoing administration is monitoring the situation from the White House, with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris overseeing developments.