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Biden Would End Border Wall Construction, But Wouldn't Tear Down Trump's Additions
Wednesday, August 05, 2020
The presumptive Democratic nominee spoke in a new interview with Hispanic and Black journalists about how he would reverse president's policies on the border wall and tariffs on China.
Wanted: Young People To Work The Polls This November
Wednesday, August 05, 2020
Election officials fear a massive shortage of poll workers for the general election as older people opt out of their normal election-year service due to concerns over the coronavirus.
Touting Her Experience, Susan Rice Makes Her Case For Biden's VP Slot
Tuesday, August 04, 2020
The former national security adviser says her considerable experience in the executive branch would make her an effective vice president.
Coronavirus Pandemic Impacts Election Site Staffing
Tuesday, August 04, 2020
A major challenge to this fall's elections is that most pollworkers are over the age of 60, and at high risk for COVID-19. Municipalities are using creative measures to recruit younger pollworkers.
House Unites To Reprimand GOP Lawmaker Tied To 11 Ethics Violations
Friday, July 31, 2020
Arizona Rep. David Schweikert agreed to pay a $50,000 fine and admit to 11 counts of ethics violations, including the misuse of official funds. He says he's settling a "time-consuming" process.
Biden Details Proposal To Advance Racial Equity In America
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
The Democrat's proposal seeks to address the country's racial wealth, opportunity and jobs gaps.
'I Could Not Allow That To Stand': Ocasio-Cortez Rebukes Republican For Vulgar Insult
Thursday, July 23, 2020
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., addressed a public confrontation she had with Rep. Ted Yoho, R-Fla., earlier this week. She said her family "did not raise me to accept abuse from men."
Trump Again Casts Doubt On Fauci As COVID-19 Cases Surge
Monday, July 13, 2020
President Trump shares a tweet from game show host Chuck Woolery, who claimed the CDC is lying about the coronavirus pandemic to hurt the president in November's election.
Biden Counters Trump's 'America First' With 'Build Back Better' Economic Plan
Thursday, July 09, 2020
The presumptive Democratic nominee's proposal includes a $700 billion investment in procurement and research and development for new technologies.
White House Stumbles Over How Best To Reopen Schools, As Trump Blasts CDC Guidance
Wednesday, July 08, 2020
The president calls the recommendations "impractical" and says he'll pressure states to open schools this fall — even threatening to cut funding. But the decision largely lies with states.
Trump Pledges To 'Pressure' Governors To Reopen Schools Despite Health Concerns
Tuesday, July 07, 2020
The administration acknowledges the risk of students spreading the contagion to vulnerable populations but emphasizes that school closures disrupt "critical services to children and their families."
Trump: Painting 'Black Lives Matter' On 5th Avenue Would Be 'Symbol Of Hate'
Wednesday, July 01, 2020
President Trump blasts New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio's plan to paint the words "Black Lives Matter" in front of Trump Tower. Trump said it would amount to "denigrating this luxury Avenue."
Trump Calls Bounty Report A 'Hoax' Despite Administration's Briefing Of Congress
Wednesday, July 01, 2020
The president dismisses the allegation as politically motivated. The Senate Intelligence Committee is scheduled to receive a briefing on the matter Wednesday.
'Going To Be Very Disturbing': Fauci Warns Coronavirus Cases Could Reach 100K A Day
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
The Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions convened Tuesday to address plans to reopen schools and workplaces amid the coronavirus pandemic.
'Scared, Confused And Angry': Protester Testifies About Lafayette Park Removal
Monday, June 29, 2020
Members of Congress held a hearing to examine the forced removal of peaceful protesters by U.S. Park Police near the White House in early June.
Some Longtime D.C. Residents Still Vote In Other States. Is That ... Legal?
Saturday, June 27, 2020
Washington's lack of congressional representation has prompted some residents — even those who've called the district home for years — to maintain voting registration elsewhere.
In Historic Vote, House Backs Statehood For D.C.; Trump And The Senate Say No
Friday, June 26, 2020
The Democrats who control the House want to make a political point with a vote to make the District of Columbia the 51st state. The GOP opposes it.
24-Year-Old Easily Tops President Trump's Pick In N.C. Republican Primary
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
In an upset, Madison Cawthorn defeats President Trump's pick in a GOP primary runoff for a western North Carolina congressional seat vacated by Trump's chief of staff.
Trump Threatens Prison For Attempts To Topple Statues. Here's The Law He Cites
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
While the president says he authorized the federal government to prosecute those who deface and destroy statues on federal land, the government already had that power thanks to a 2003 law.
Trump Addresses Tightly Packed Arizona Crowd Amid State's Growing Coronavirus Crisis
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
President Trump continues on the campaign trail with stops in Arizona to survey the border wall with Mexico and rally a group of student supporters.