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Biden says USSS 'needs more help,' condemns political violence after Trump incident

Biden said political violence "solves nothing" and "tears the country apart."
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President Joe Biden speaks to the media before boarding Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Sept. 16, 2024, for a trip to Wilmington, Del., and then on to Philadelphia.
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Suspect fixated on Ukraine, sources said. Here's what Trump has said about the war.

The pair have both been critical of U.S. involvement in the fight with Russia.
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Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump arrives at the podium to speak during a campaign rally at the Expo World Market Center in Las Vegas, Sept. 13, 2024.
3 hours ago

Timeline of apparent assassination attempt of Donald Trump at golf course

This the second apparent assassination attempt on Trump this summer.
3 hours ago
Law enforcement secures the area around Trump International Golf Club after an apparent assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump on September 15, 2024 in West Palm Beach, Florida.
40 minutes ago

Trump says Biden-Harris 'rhetoric' to blame for Florida assassination attempt

Trump told Fox News Digital the gunman "acted" on Biden and Harris' "rhetoric."
40 minutes ago
 Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump, looks one during a campaign rally, Sept. 13, 2024, in Las Vegas.
September 16

Springfield, Ohio, in national spotlight following Trump's baseless claims

Donald Trump and JD Vance plan to visit the Ohio city after claiming immigrants are eating people's pets.
September 16
VIDEO: Springfield, Ohio, in national spotlight following Trump's baseless claims
September 16

Congressman on Trump assassination attempt task force demands answers

Democratic Rep. Jason Crowe and other heads of the task force have requested a briefing from the Secret Service in the wake of another apparent assassination attempt on Donald Trump.
September 16
VIDEO: Congressman on Trump assassination attempt task force demands answers
September 16

Biden: ‘I've always condemned political violence’

President Biden spoke in Philadelphia about the second apparent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
September 16
VIDEO: Biden: ‘I will always condemn political violence’
September 16

New Hampshire Libertarian Party slammed for 'abhorrent' post about Harris

The post appeared to encourage violence against Vice President Kamala Harris.
September 16
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks onstage during The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's 53rd Annual Legislative Conference Annual Phoenix Awards Dinner at Walter E. Washington Convention Center on September 14, 2024, in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images for Congressional Black Caucus Foundation)
September 16

Harris, Obama and Hillary Clinton set to hold Los Angeles fundraisers this month

Tickets for Harris' fundraiser range from $500 to $1 million.
September 16
Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris holds a campaign rally at the McHale Athletic Center on September 13, 2024 in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.
September 16

White House condemns 'irresponsible' Elon Musk post on assassination attempt

Musk asked why "no one is even trying to assassinate Biden/Kamala" on X.
September 16
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla and owner of X, formerly known as Twitter, attends the Viva Technology conference dedicated to innovation and startups at the Porte de Versailles exhibition centre in Paris, France, June 16, 2023.
September 16

Secret Service ‘needs more help’: Biden

President Joe Biden called on Congress to review whether the agency needs more personnel in the wake of a reported second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
September 16
President Joe Biden called on Congress to review whether the agency needs more personnel in the wake of a reported second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
September 15

Trump safe after apparent 'attempted assassination'; Sources identify detained man

Secret Service agents fired at gunman near the Trump International golf course.
September 15
Sheriff vehicles are pictured near Trump International Golf Club, Sept. 15, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla., after gunshots were reported in the vicinity of Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump.
September 15

Harris ally Healey not surprised her debate performance didn’t move the needle

“We know this is going to be a close race,” the Massachusetts governor said.
September 15
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey on 'This Week.'
September 15

'This Week' Transcript 9-15-24: Gov. Mike DeWine and Gov. Maura Healey

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, Sept. 15.
September 15
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine speaks of the concerns surrounding an influx of 15,000 Haitian immigrants into Springfield, Ohio, at a news conference, Sept. 10, 2024, at the Ohio Department of Public Safety headquarters, in Columbus, Ohio.
September 15

GOP Gov. DeWine defends Haitian immigrants: 'They came to Springfield to work'

Ohio city has been subject of rumors and threats in the presidential race.
September 15
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Haitian immigrants on "This Week."
September 15

Harris seen as debate winner as Trump loses some of strong support: POLL

Taylor Swift's endorsement of Harris shows little impact, the poll found.
September 15
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump attend a presidential debate in Philadelphia, Sept. 10, 2024.
September 13

UK's Starmer, Biden discuss Ukraine's use of deep-strike missiles inside Russia

Putin says such a change would mean Russia was at war with NATO.
September 13
A storm Shadow conventionally armed long range deep strike weapon and a SPEAR, network enabled high precision surface attack missile system are displayed at the MBDA exhibition hall during the Farnborough International Airshow 2024 on July 22, 2024 in Farnborough, England.
September 13

Far-right activist Laura Loomer pushes back amid criticism of her proximity to Trump

Loomer has spread conspiracy theories about 9/11, Harris and Haitian migrants.
September 13
Laura Loomer arrives with Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump at Philadelphia International Airport, Sept. 10, 2024, in Philadelphia, for the presidential debate.
September 13

Harris says she's 'feeling very good about Pennsylvania' during campaign stop

Harris held a rally Friday in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania.
September 13
Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris greets guests at Classic Elements, a coffee shop and bookstore, on Sept. 13, 2024, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
September 13

Trump vows mass deportation of protected migrants in Springfield, dismisses threats

"The real threat is what's happening at our border," Trump said.
September 13
Former President Donald Trump speaks during a press conference at Trump National Golf Club Los Angeles in Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., Sep. 13, 2024.
September 13

Timeline of unsubstantiated claims about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio

City officials in Springfield said the rumors are not credible.
September 13
In this undated file photo, Springfield, a city in Clark County, Ohio, is shown.
September 13

US pushes to add 2 permanent UN Security Council seats for African nations

The Biden administration's efforts to expand the Council have been unsuccessful.
September 13
People speak during a Security Council meeting about the war in Gaza at United Nations headquarters, May 29, 2024.
September 13

'No place in America': Biden says narrative about Haitian immigrants 'simply wrong'

He said the community is "under attack" and "this has to stop."
September 13
President Joe Biden speaks during a "Brunch in Celebration of Black Excellence" on the South Lawn of the White House, Sept. 13, 2024, in Washington.
September 13

Trump vows mass deportation of migrants in Springfield

Former President Donald Trump said he would conduct a mass deportation in Springfield, Ohio, and dismissed a question on threats the town is experiencing amid unfounded claims about Haitian migrants.
September 13
VIDEO: Trump holds first press conference since debate against Harris
September 13

Gov. Mike DeWine and Gov. Maura Healey Sunday on 'This Week'

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, September 15, 2024.
September 13
This Week with George Stephanopoulos
September 13

Where do Trump and Harris stand on housing policy?

The candidates outline different approaches to getting more homes built.
September 13
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris during an ABC News presidential debate, Sept. 10, 2024, in Philadelphia.
September 13

President Biden and Vice President Harris attend 'Black excellence' brunch

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, discusses how Black voters may impact the election and gives her opinion on the debate.
September 13
VIDEO: President Biden and Vice President Harris attend 'Black excellence' brunch
September 13

Georgia judge tosses 2 more counts in Trump case

ABC News senior reporter Katherine Faulders breaks down why Donald Trump might not debate again and the new details in the election interference case.
September 13
VIDEO: Georgia judge tosses 2 more counts in Trump case
September 13

Harris' chances 'excellent' in North Carolina says Gov. Cooper

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, a Democrat, said Thursday that Vice President Kamala Harris' chances in the crucial battleground state of North Carolina are "excellent."
September 13
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, a Democrat, said Thursday that Vice President Kamala Harris' chances in the crucial battleground state of North Carolina are "excellent."
September 13

Gov. Roy Cooper says Harris has 'excellent' chances in battleground North Carolina

Cooper said Harris' debate performance helped her introduce herself to voters.
September 13
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper arrives to speak at a campaign event for Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris in Charlotte, N.C., Sept. 12, 2024.
September 13

Charges expected in Iranian hack of Trump campaign: Sources

The charges could be filed as soon as next week.
September 13
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump greets supporters prior to speaking during a campaign event at the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall, Sept. 12, 2024, in Tucson, Ariz.
September 13

Harris campaign releasing new ad featuring her closing statement from ABC News debate

The news of the ad was first shared with ABC News.
September 13
Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris (R) shakes hands with former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump during an ABC News presidential debate in Philadelphia, on Sept. 10, 2024.
September 12

Timeline: Trump's efforts to overturn Georgia election results

Trump asked the Georgia secretary of state to "find 11,780 votes" in 2021.
September 12
Former President Donald Trump sits at the defense table with his legal team in a Manhattan court, April 4, 2023, in New York.
September 12

Timeline: Manhattan DA's Stormy Daniels hush money case against Donald Trump

Trump was found guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records in New York.
September 12
Former President Donald Trump delivers remarks on the day of his court appearance in New York after being indicted by a Manhattan grand jury following a probe into hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, in Palm Beach, Fla., April 4, 2023.
September 12

Trump unveils 'no taxes on overtime,' mocks Harris at Arizona rally

Former president ties influx of immigrants to rise in crime.
September 12
Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in Tucson, Arizona, Sept. 12, 2024.
September 12

Trump says he won't participate in any more debates before the 2024 election

Kamala Harris tells rally she and Trump "owe it to the voters" to have another.
September 12
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump greets the crowd before speaking during the National Guard Association of the United States' 146th General Conference & Exhibition, Aug. 26, 2024, in Detroit.
September 12

In Harris' debate performance, Democrats see an advertising, social media 'gold mine'

Harris' expressive reactions offer fresh fodder for campaign ads, experts said.
September 12
Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks during an ABC News presidential debate with former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump in Philadelphia, on Sept. 10, 2024.
September 12

Judge tosses 2 more counts against Trump in Georgia election interference case

Trump now faces eight counts instead of the original 13.
September 12
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump smiles at the crowd during the National Guard Association of the United States' 146th General Conference & Exhibition at Huntington Place Convention Center, on Aug. 26, 2024, in Detroit.
September 12

Project 2025 and abortion: Harris tries to pin monitoring pregnancies to Trump

The two candidates were at odds over abortion on the debate stage.
September 12
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump attend a presidential debate in Philadelphia, Sept. 10, 2024.
September 12

1st general election absentee ballots sent in Alabama

North Carolina was set to send out ballots earlier this month.
September 12
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes an announcement on the future of his campaign, Aug. 23, 2024, in Phoenix.
September 12

Explaining Trump's false claims about immigrants eating pets in Ohio

ABC News’ Emmanuelle Saliba explains how these false rumors reached the national stage.
September 12
VIDEO: Explaining Trump's false claims about immigrants eating pets in Ohio
September 12

Democratic whip Katherine Clark speaks out on government funding battle

Congress needs to pass a stopgap spending bill before Oct. 1 to avoid a federal shutdown just weeks before the election.
September 12
VIDEO: Democratic whip Katherine Clark speaks out on government funding battle
September 12

Ohio's GOP governor dispels Republican claims that Haitian migrants are eating pets

Gov. Mike DeWine weighed in on his party's leaders amplifying the claim.
September 12
Ohio governor Mike DeWine speaks to the press on the first day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 15, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
September 12

'Dangerous': Trump's escalating election rhetoric criticized by officials, experts

Trump recently threatened to prosecute and jail election workers.
September 12
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks during an ABC News presidential debate with Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, Sept. 10, 2024, in Philadelphia.
September 12

Attorney General Garland vows DOJ won't be used as 'political weapon'

Merrick Garland delivered remarks to the Justice Department workforce Thursday urging they continue to adhere to longstanding principles intended to protect the DOJ from improper politicization.
September 12
VIDEO: Attorney General vows DOJ won't be used as 'political weapon'
September 12

Speaker Johnson pulls vote on stopgap bill for short-term government funding

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien on where the temporary spending bill stands. The measure would keep federal agencies and programs funded for six months.
September 12
VIDEO: Speaker Johnson pulls vote on stopgap bill for short-term government funding
September 12

Harris takes page out of Trump’s playbook, goes on the attack during debate

The vice president painted Trump as a laughing stock and a “disgrace.”
September 12
Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris gestures as former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during an ABC News presidential debate in Philadelphia, on Sept. 10, 2024.
September 11

How Taylor Swift's endorsement could shape the 2024 election

The singer threw her support behind Harris after Tuesday night's debate.
September 11
Taylor Swift performs on stage during the "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour" at Wembley Stadium in London, August 15, 2024.
September 11

By the Numbers: The many unique facets of the Trump-Harris debate

Tuesday night’s debate was the second earliest presidential debate ever–and other numerical notes that made it one-of-a-kind.
September 11
VIDEO: By the Numbers: The many unique facets of the Trump-Harris debate
September 11

The Dem. strategist who played Trump during Harris debate prep

ABC News’ Trevor Ault speaks with Philippe Reines, Democratic strategist and former adviser to Hillary Clinton, about preparing Kamala Harris on issues both psychological and editorial.
September 11
VIDEO: The Dem. strategist who played Trump during Harris debate prep

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