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A Big Night For Democratic Diversity, And 3 Other Primary Takeaways
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
For the first time, a transgender candidate won a major party nomination for governor. Plus, a possible new chapter in the #MeToo era; education as a major theme; and high Democratic turnout.
Politics In The News: Tuesday's Primary Results Roundup
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
Vermont Democrat Christine Hallquist became the first openly transgender candidate nominated for governor by a major party. Minn. Rep. Keith Ellison won a primary despite domestic abuse allegations.
Keith Ellison Wins Primary In Minnesota, As DNC Reviews Domestic Abuse Allegations
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
In its first statement on the allegations against Rep. Keith Ellison, the national Democratic Party says, "All allegations of domestic abuse are disturbing and should be taken seriously."
What To Watch In The Latest Round Of Primary Elections
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Voters in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Vermont and Connecticut will decide the latest batch of primary elections Tuesday.
Ohio Special Election: 4 Lessons Both Parties Are Learning For The Midterms
Wednesday, August 08, 2018
There were lots of takeaways from Tuesday's election, from whether Republicans should stand with President Trump or whether attacks on Nancy Pelosi work, to which issues really matter to voters.
What Tuesday Night's Election Results Mean For November
Wednesday, August 08, 2018
Several states held primary or special elections on Tuesday. National party leaders were closely watching the results.
News Brief: Election Night Results, Rick Gates Testifies, Puerto Rico's Finances
Wednesday, August 08, 2018
We have a recap of elections in several states. Also, the latest in the Paul Manafort trial and a federal court decision with lasting repercussions for Puerto Rico's government.
Watching Election Results In 5 States, With An Eye Toward Midterms
Wednesday, August 08, 2018
Results are coming in from a key special congressional election in Ohio that could be a sign for what's to come in November. Four states are also awaiting primary results.
2018 Midterm Primaries Enter Home Stretch
Tuesday, August 07, 2018
Voters will decide primaries in four states Tuesday, with fewer than 100 days before Election Day. Over the next six weeks, all of the contests for November will be set, as the stakes for the parties and control of government become more pressing.
For President Trump, Life Is Just Not Fair — And What That Means For The Rest Of Us
Saturday, August 04, 2018
From trade and immigration to the treatment of political allies, Trump thinks a lot of things are unfair. His version of social justice has shaped his priorities for the country.
Trump Revs Up Attacks On Russia Election Influence Probe
Thursday, August 02, 2018
President Trump has revved up his attacks on the special counsel's probe as a "rigged witch hunt." The team has thus far secured indictments or guilty pleas of 32 individuals and 3 Russian companies.
Trump's Shutdown Threat Could Backfire On Him And GOP
Monday, July 30, 2018
The president was on a tear over the weekend with tweets ranging from the Russia probe to threatening a government shutdown over immigration to again calling the media the "enemy of the people."
Russia Is The 'Dark Cloud' That Hangs Over Midterm Elections
Friday, July 27, 2018
Democrats want to push a health care message; Republicans had been planning to talk about tax cuts. But not much is breaking through, except Trump, who is top of everyone's minds.
Majority Of Americans Don't Want Roe v. Wade Overturned
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
With a new conservative Supreme Court justice likely to be seated, only 17 percent of poll respondents say they want the landmark abortion ruling overturned, a new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll finds.
Americans Don't Think Trump Is Tough Enough On Russia, Poll Finds
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
In an NPR/NewsHour/Marist poll, nearly two-thirds of respondents say the president has been too lax on Russia. Most also believe Russia will try to interfere in the 2018 midterm elections again.
Who Is Brett Kavanaugh, President Trump's Pick For The Supreme Court?
Monday, July 09, 2018
The federal judge is conservative and just 53. He is a former Bush White House staffer with deep political ties and the most experience as a judge on Trump's shortlist. But he is also controversial.
'It's Insane': Trump Supreme Court Pick Still In The Air
Sunday, July 08, 2018
Ahead of President Trump's announcement Monday when he'll name his second Supreme Court nominee, the scene in Bedminster, N.J., where Trump is deliberating, was described by one source as "insane."
Religion, The Supreme Court And Why It Matters
Saturday, July 07, 2018
With President Trump set to name the next justice to the high court soon, it's worth noting it was once dominated by Protestant Christians. Now, it is now more Jewish, Catholic and conservative.
In Big Win For White House, Supreme Court Upholds President Trump's Travel Ban
Tuesday, June 26, 2018
By a 5-4 vote, the court reversed a series of lower court decisions and said a rule banning nearly all travelers from five mainly Muslim countries was within the president's authority.
Supreme Court Says Texas Political Map Is Largely Not A Racial Gerrymander
Monday, June 25, 2018
The court said just one district is unconstitutional — House District 90. Justice Sonia Sotomayor issued a scathing dissent that was five pages longer than the majority opinion.