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Harris, standing with Zelenskyy, indirectly jabs at Trump and Vance on Ukraine views

She took aim at those who've floated Ukraine ceding territory to Russia.
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Vice President Kamala Harris meets with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Sept. 26, 2024, in the vice president's ceremonial office inside the Eisenhower Executive Office Building on the White House complex.
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Black Caucus chair moves to force censure vote on Higgins for Haitian social post

The Louisiana Republican called Haitians "thugs" in a now-deleted X post.
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In this April 17, 2024, file photo, Rep. Clay Higgins walks at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
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Trump claims he predicted Adams would be indicted because of his comments on migrants

"We have people that use the Justice Department," he said, without evidence.
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Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump speaks to the press at Trump Tower in New York, on Sept. 26, 2024.
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams charged with fraud, accepting bribes

Adams said he will fight the charges and will not resign.
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams speaks to the press outside his official residence Gracie Mansion after he was charged with bribery and illegally soliciting a campaign contribution from a foreign national, in New York City, Sept. 26, 2024.
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Ukraine’s fight matters to the people of America: Harris

Vice President Kamala Harris and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered remarks to the press on Thursday as the Ukraine-Russia war rages on.
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VIDEO: Ukraine’s fight matters to the people of America: Harris
September 26

Gov. Gavin Newsom deals blow to reparations effort in California

The state's reparations task force was the first in the nation.
September 26
California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a press conference in Los Angeles, on Sept. 25, 2024.
September 26

Democrats have a challenge in Maryland — making a bogeyman out of former GOP governor

"It is bigger than Larry Hogan. It's actually bigger than me," Alsobrooks said.
September 26
Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks stands for a portrait, Sept. 20, 2024, in Gaithersburg, Md.
September 26

Who's next in line to be NYC mayor if Eric Adams resigns amid federal indictment?

Adams is the first sitting New York City mayor to be indicted.
September 26
New York City mayor Eric Adams speaks to members of the press at a news conference in New York, Sept. 16, 2024.
September 26

Eric Adams engaged in ‘long running’ corruption, US attorney says

Damian Williams, U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, addressed the five-count indictment made against NYC Mayor Eric Adams.
September 26
VIDEO: Eric Adams engaged in ‘long running’ corruption, US attorney says
September 26

NYC Mayor Eric Adams on charges: ‘We are not surprised’

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been charged with five counts connected to improper campaign contributions, according to a sweeping indictment unsealed Thursday morning.
September 26
VIDEO: NYC Mayor Eric Adams on charges: ‘We are not surprised’
September 26

NYC Mayor Eric Adams charged with accepting improper campaign contributions

Federal agents seized the mayor's phone Thursday morning, Alex Spiro, a lawyer for the mayor, told ABC News.
September 26
VIDEO: NYC Mayor Eric Adams charged with accepting improper campaign contributions
September 26

Censure vote on Higgins for Haitian social post

Rep. Clay Higgins’, R-La., now-deleted post on X called Haitians "thugs" and called Haiti the "nastiest country in the western hemisphere."
September 26
Rep. Clay Higgins’, R-La., now-deleted post on X called Haitians "thugs" and called Haiti the "nastiest country in the western hemisphere."
September 25

Campaigns heating up with 6 weeks to Election Day

ABC News’ Trevor Ault speaks with Lincoln Project co-founder Rick Wilson about the Republican outlook on various races and how each party is approaching campaigning and reaching undecided voters.
September 25
VIDEO: Campaigns heating up with 6 weeks to Election Day
September 25

Harris calls Trump 'one of the biggest losers ever' on manufacturing

She contrasted her "middle-class upbringing" to Trump's "gilded path to wealth."
September 25
Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks at the Philip Chosky Theatre during a campaign event in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Sept. 25, 2024.
September 25

Democrats again help House Republicans avoid another government shutdown

The Senate later passed the funding measure, sending it to Biden to sign.
September 25
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson meets with reporters after a closed-door caucus with fellow Republicans, at the Capitol in Washington, Sept. 24, 2024.
September 25

Trump briefed on Iranian assassination threats

National Press Secretary for the Trump campaign, Karoline Leavitt, joins ABC News.
September 25
VIDEO: Trump briefed on Iranian assassination threats
September 25

Trump lobbied House GOP for last-minute change in government funding plan but failed

His effort to attach a voting requirement contradicted Speaker Johnson's claims.
September 25
Former President Donald Trump speaks to attendees during a campaign rally at the Johnny Mercer Theatre in Savannah, Ga., Sept. 24, 2024.
September 25

Surrogate for VP Harris discusses economic plan

Former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm joins ABC News.
September 25
VIDEO: Surrogate for VP Harris discusses economic plan
September 25

Secret Service agent investigated in alleged misconduct incident with Harris aide

The unidentified agent has been placed on administrative leave.
September 25
Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at a campaign rally, Aug. 29, 2024, in Savannah, Ga.
September 25

Biden administration pledges new glide bombs to Ukraine ahead of Zelenskyy meeting

The U.S. also will announce more than $2 billion in additional military aid.
September 25
The F-35 Lightning II Pax River Integrated Test Force from Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 23 conducted the first weapons separation test of an AGM-154 Joint Standoff Weapon (JSOW) from an F-35C Lightning II carrier variant March 23.
September 25

GOP Nebraska lawmaker who tanked push to change state's electoral votes speaks out

"We're just asking everyone to come in... and play by the rules," he said.
September 25
Nebraska state Sen. Mike McDonnell speaks to ABC News Live Prime anchor Linsey Davis, Sept. 24, 2024.
September 25

US floats pause in Israel-Hezbollah conflict amid fears of all-out war

Israel is preparing for a possible ground invasion, Israel Defense Forces said.
September 25
Smoke billows over southern Lebanon following an Israeli strike, amid ongoing cross-border hostilities between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, as seen from Tyre, Lebanon Sept. 25, 2024.
September 25

Harris outlines economic vision in her battleground state speech

Vice President Kamala Harris defined her economic views as "pragmatic" during a policy speech in Pittsburgh on Wednesday.
September 25
VIDEO: Harris outlines economic vision in her battleground state speech
September 25

Trump lashes out at Zelenskyy after Ukraine's leader questioned his plan to end war

Trump painted a picture of an "obliterated" Ukraine as its leader is in the U.S. to present what he calls his "victory plan" to Biden, Trump and Harris.
September 25
Trump painted a picture of an "obliterated" Ukraine as its leader is in the U.S. to present what he calls his "victory plan" to Biden, Trump and Harris.
September 25

Trump lashes out at Zelenskyy after Ukraine leader questioned claim he could end war

Trump said Zelenskyy was making "little, nasty aspersions" toward him.
September 25
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign event, on Sept. 25, 2024, in Mint Hill, N.C.
September 25

Gen Z, worried about climate change, unified in holding politicians responsible: Poll

Researchers found widespread concern on water issues and climate change.
September 25
Thousands of activists, indigenous groups, students and others take to the streets of New York for the 'March to End Fossil Fuels' protest, Sept. 17, 2023, in New York.
September 25

Congressional committee investigates Trump assassination attempt in Butler

Glenn Ivey, D-Md., a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security and the task force on the attempted assassination of former President Trump, joins to speak about the investigation.
September 25
VIDEO: Congressional committee investigates Trump assassination attempt in Butler, PA
September 25

Republicans continue to distance themselves from Mark Robinson

Mark Robinson, the North Carolina Republican gubernatorial candidate, allegedly made racist and inflammatory comments online from 2008 to 2012. ABC News has not confirmed this reporting.
September 25
VIDEO: Republicans continue to distance themselves from Mark Robinson
September 25

Trump cites Iran in ongoing threats to assassinate him

The former president spoke at a manufacturing plant in Mint Hill, North Carolina.
September 25
VIDEO: Trump cites Iran in ongoing threats to assassinate him
September 25

Trump had counter-snipers on day of assassination attempt because of threat: Report

The interim report details "preventable" failings at Trump's Butler rally.
September 25
Law enforcement agents stand near the stage of a campaign rally for Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump July 13, 2024 in Butler, Pennsylvania.
September 25

Biden insists he would have beaten Trump in 2024 election

"He's a loser," Biden said of Trump during an appearance on ABC's "The View."
September 25
President Joe Biden appears on "The View," Sept. 25, 2024.
September 25

FEMA and the NFL team up to make stadiums available for disaster situations

The announcement comes as Helene threatens Florida and the Southeast.
September 25
A general view of a flyover prior to a game between the Denver Broncos and Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Tampa, Florida.
September 25

Bipartisan Senate report details Secret Service 'failures' at Trump rally shooting

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien on the highly anticipated interim report released by the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee that probed the attack in Butler, Pennsylvania.
September 25
VIDEO: Bipartisan Senate report details Secret Service 'failures' at Trump rally shooting
September 24

Nebraska lawmaker Mike McDonnell on battle for state’s electoral votes

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Sen. Mike McDonnell about his vote that thwarted the recent Republican push to alter Nebraska’s electoral rules.
September 24
VIDEO: Nebraska lawmaker Mike McDonnell on battle for state’s electoral votes
September 24

Conservative judges hear Mississippi case that could peel back mail-in voting

The case could have wide-ranging implications in other states.
September 24
A mail-in ballot issued by Hudson County, New Jersey, for the 2024 U.S. general election is seen on September 22, 2024, in Hoboken, New Jersey.
September 24

Senate passes bill over equal Secret Service protection for major party candidates

"We all know why this legislation is needed," Sen. Rick Scott said.
September 24
Members of the US Secret Service look on as former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump arrives to speak during a campaign rally at the Aero Center in Wilmington, N.C., Sept. 21, 2024.
September 24

Manchin says he won't endorse Harris over abortion filibuster carveout

Outgoing West Virginia Independent Sen. Joe Manchin said Tuesday he won't back Vice President Kamala Harris' White House bid.
September 24
Outgoing West Virginia Independent Sen. Joe Manchin said Tuesday he won't back Vice President Kamala Harris' White House bid.
September 24
Sen. Joe Manchin questions FBI Director Christopher Wray during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing on the FBI's proposed budget for the 2025 fiscal year June 4, 2024 in Washington, DC.
September 24

Harris and Trump close in National Polls

Former President Donald Trump delivered remarks on the tax code and U.S. manufacturing in Georgia on Tuesday while Vice President Kamala Harris is set travel to Arizona later this week.
September 24
VIDEO: Harris and Trump close in National Polls
September 24

More young Americans support Harris -- but both Harris, Trump have room to grow: Poll

Harvard's data also indicated signs of a gender gap in Harris' support.
September 24
This combination of pictures shows former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump (L) and Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris  participating in a presidential debate at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia, on Sept. 10, 2024.
September 24

D'Esposito scandal sparks 'migraine' for Republicans hoping to keep House

"This could be absolutely transformative," one Democrat said.
September 24
Rep. Anthony D'Esposito speaks at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, Sept. 18, 2024.
September 24

Trump claims women won't 'be thinking about abortion' if he becomes president

"I want to be your protector," Trump said to women on Monday.
September 24
Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump departs the stage after speaking during a campaign rally at the Aero Center in Wilmington, N.C., Sept. 21, 2024.
September 24

'Stop ripping us off': Ozempic producer CEO in hot seat in congressional hearing

Senators contend the cost of the life saving drug is too high for many patients.
September 24
Novo Nordisk CEO Lars Fruergaard Jorgensen, manufacturer of weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy, testifies during a U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions hearing on the price of the drugs, Sept. 24, 2024, in Washington.
September 24

Trump holds campaign event in Georgia to discuss economic plan

Former President Donald Trump touted his economic plan for if he were to win back the White House in battleground state Savannah, Georgia.
September 24
VIDEO: Trump holds campaign event in Georgia to discuss economic plan
September 24

Biden reflects on leaving 2024 race, mixed foreign policy legacy in last UNGA address

"Some things are more important than staying in power," he told world leaders.
September 24
President Joe Biden speaks during the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly at the United Nations headquarters, Sept. 24, 2024, in New York.
September 24

Wars in Middle East, Ukraine poised to dominate high-stakes UNGA: ANALYSIS

The U.S. is grappling with diplomatic frustrations on both fronts.
September 24
Smoke billows from the site of an Israeli airstrike in Aramti, near the Lebanon-Israel border, Sept. 23, 2024.
September 24

'Things can get better,' Biden said in his farewell UNGA address

President Joe Biden touted his administration's rebuilding of alliances while the two wars that started under his administration have no clear end in sight.
September 24
VIDEO: 'Things can get better,' Biden said in his farewell address
September 24

Zelenskyy says Russia using Chinese satellites to photograph nuclear plants

The Ukrainian president made the allegation in exclusive GMA interview.
September 24
The operating room destroyed by a Russian missile attack at DTEK's power plant in Ukraine, April 2, 2024.
September 24

Zelenskyy discusses 'Victory Plan' he will present to Biden: GMA exclusive

Zelenskyy says the plan aims to strengthen Ukraine to force Russia to negotiate.
September 24
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks with Robin Roberts of ABC News in New York, Sept. 23, 2024.
September 23

Zelenskyy says Ukraine's war with Russia is 'closer to the end': GMA exclusive

"The plan of victory is strengthening of Ukraine," Zelenskyy told "GMA."
September 23
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and First Lady Olena Zelenska speak with Robin Roberts of ABC News in New York City, Sept. 23, 2024.

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