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November 26

Trump names COVID lockdown critic Dr. Jay Bhattacharya as pick for NIH director

Bhattacharya is a professor of health policy at Stanford University.
November 26
UNITED STATES - Dr. Jay Bhattacharya speaks during a roundtable discussion with members of the House Freedom Caucus on the COVID-19 pandemic at The Heritage Foundation on Thursday, November 10, 2022. (Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images)
November 26

Harris, Walz join campaign finance calls, declare the 'fight’s not over'

It was Harris' first public remarks since conceding on Nov. 6.
November 26
Vice President and 2024 Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and her running mate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz wave to the crowd after speaking at the campaign rally at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Aug. 20, 2024.
November 26

'Hamas has a choice to make': Biden says after Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire accepted

Biden said the agreement will go into effect in Lebanon early Wednesday.
November 26
President Joe Biden speaks about a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, in the Rose Garden of the White House, Nov. 26, 2024, in Washington.
November 26

Trump fills out key public health roles

Former acting CDC director, Dr. Richard Besser takes a look at who President-elect Donald Trump has selected to lead federal health agencies and the impact these appointments may have.
November 26
VIDEO: Trump fills out key public health roles
November 26

State and local governments could thwart some of Trump’s plans

Local leaders have control over some of the things Trump wants to change.
November 26
In this Sept. 6, 2024, file photo, Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump looks on during a press conference at Trump Tower in New York.
November 26

China's been trying to 'Trump-proof' its economy amid his tariff threats, experts say

Exports from China to the United States fell 20% last year.
November 26
Shipping containers are stacked at a port, Jan. 16, 2023, in Tianjin, China.
November 26

Two off-year races may be key to a Democratic rebound

"Democrats know to take nothing for granted right now," one strategist said.
November 26
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy gives a speech on the Hudson River tunnel project at the West Side Yard, Jan. 31, 2023 in New York. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin speaks during the first day of the 2024 Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, July 15, 2024.
November 26

Trump responds to Jack Smith dismissing cases against him

Smith cited the Justice Department's "categorical" policy that he said bars the prosecution of a sitting president as the reason for his request to drop both cases against Trump.
November 26
VIDEO:  Trump responds to Jack Smith dismissing cases against him
November 26

Trump tariff plan could raise prices, blow up his own trade deal with Mexico, Canada

Mexico's president warned Trump against starting a trade war.
November 26
President-elect Donald Trump speaks during an America First Policy Institute gala at his Mar-a-Lago estate, Nov. 14, 2024, in Palm Beach, Fla.
November 26

Trump to young girl: ‘I want her hair. Can I buy your hair?’

President-elect Donald Trump complimented one girl’s hair and posed for a picture with her while playing golf in West Palm Beach, Florida.
November 26
President-elect Donald Trump complimented one girl’s hair and posed for a picture with her while playing golf in West Palm Beach, Florida.
November 25

Trump says he'll slap tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico on Day 1

Canadian officials responded to Trump's proposed tariff plans on Monday.
November 25
President-elect Donald Trump attends a campaign event, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Oct. 29, 2024.
November 25

Starr County goes red for the first time in 100 years and preps for immigration focus

ABC News’ Mireya Villarreal visits Starr County, Texas, which voted predominantly Republican for the first time in a century. Now, it is the initial focal point for Trump's mass deportation promise.
November 25
Starr County goes red for the first time in 100 years and preps for immigration focus
November 25

Biden celebrates 'Friendsgiving' with service members in New York

He was joined by first lady Jill Biden for the Staten Island celebration.
November 25
President Joe Biden speaks during a "Friendsgiving" dinner in honor of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday with service members and their families at the Coast Guard Sector New York in Staten Island, New York, Nov. 25, 2024.
November 25

Donald Trump responds to Jack Smith's move to dismiss felony cases

"I persevered, against all odds, and WON," Trump wrote.
November 25
Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump attends a press conference to deliver "Trump Will Fix It" remarks, at Mar-a-Lago, in Palm Beach, Florida, Oct. 29, 2024.
November 25

DNC chair election set for Feb. 1, party official says

Current chair Harrison also announces a series of four candidate forums.
November 25
Jamie Harrison, chairman of the Democratic National Committee during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Aug. 19, 2024.
November 25

Biden pardons turkeys Peach and Blossom before Thanksgiving

Peach and Blossom are the two lucky turkeys from Minnesota who will escape a fowl fate of ending up on someone's Thanksgiving table this year after being pardoned by President Biden.
November 25
VIDEO: Biden pardons turkeys Peach and Blossom before Thanksgiving
November 25

Biden pardons 'Peach' and 'Blossom' in White House Thanksgiving turkey tradition

The pair of Minnesota birds are Biden's last Thanksgiving pardons.
November 25
President Joe Biden (R)  pardons the National Thanksgiving Turkey Peach alongside Chair of the national turkey federation John Zimmerman and his son Grant during a ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House on Nov. 25, 2024 in Washington, DC.
November 25

Peach and Blossom continue White House turkey tradition

Peach and Blossom are the two lucky turkeys from Minnesota who will escape a fowl fate as part of a White House tradition.
November 25
Peach and Blossom are the two lucky turkeys from Minnesota who will escape a fowl fate as part of a White House tradition.
November 24

Lawmakers express concern about lack of background checks for Trump's Cabinet

ABC News' Molly Nagle assesses President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet picks and their paths forward.
November 24
VIDEO: Lawmakers express concern about lack of background checks for Trump's Cabinet
November 24

Trump names Project 2025 architect to top post

President-elect Donald Trump selected Russ Vought, a key architect of "Project 2025," as director of the U.S. Office of Management and Budget — a role he held in Trump's first administration.
November 24
VIDEO: Trump names Project 2025 architect to top post
November 24

Latest on Trump's transition, security clearances for Cabinet picks

White House correspondent Mary Alice Parks joins ABC News Live to discuss security clearances and President-elect Donald Trump's transition.
November 24
VIDEO: Latest on Trump's transition, security clearances for Cabinet picks
November 24

Gaetz pick was Trump 'overreading his mandate’: Chris Christie

The Powerhouse Roundtable breaks down the latest news on “This Week.”
November 24
VIDEO: Gaetz pick was Trump 'overreading his mandate’: Chris Christie
November 24

Sen. Klobuchar says she needs background checks to judge Trump's Cabinet

Judiciary Democrat worries background check dispute will delay confirmations.
November 24
Sen. Amy Klobuchar on ABC's This Week.
November 24

Trump-nominated Cabinet picks have not received FBI background checks yet

White House Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl joins ABC News Live to discuss President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks.
November 24
VIDEO: Trump-nominated Cabinet picks have not received FBI background checks yet
November 24

Hagerty: The public doesn't care who does Hegseth's background check

Trump will command compliance from his administration, GOP senator says.
November 24
Republican Sen. Bill Hagerty on ABC News' This Week.
November 24

'This Week' Transcript 11-24-24: Senators Bill Hagerty and Amy Klobuchar

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, November 24.
November 24
Senator Bill Hagerty, a Republican from Tennessee, at an interview during the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, July 16, 2024.
November 23

Will Trump make good on promise to reveal JFK assassination files?

ABC News’ Christiane Cordero and presidential historian Douglas Brinkley discuss the dark day in U.S. history, which still has people asking questions.
November 23
Will Trump make good on promise to reveal JFK assassination files?
November 23

Tracking Trump's picks to serve in his Cabinet, administration

Trump's choices include RFK Jr., Elon Musk, Matt Gaetz and more.
November 23
Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump greets Senator Marco Rubio during a campaign rally at the J.S. Dorton Arena in Raleigh, N.C., on Nov. 4, 2024.
November 23

What to know about Trump's labor secretary nominee Lori Chavez-DeRemer

The former mayor and businesswoman lost her bid for reelection to the House.
November 23
Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer, accompanied by Majority Whip Rep. Tom Emmer and House Majority Leader Rep. Steve Scalise, speaks at a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington, Jan. 25, 2023.
November 22

Who is Trump's treasury secretary pick, Scott Bessent?

He's a billionaire hedge-fund manager and a Wall Street veteran.
November 22
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump, left, listens as investor Scott Bessent speaks on the economy in Asheville, N.C., Aug. 14, 2024.
November 22

Trump picks Johns Hopkins surgeon who argued against COVID lockdowns to lead FDA

Marty Makary became a GOP favorite for his questioning of COVID restrictions.
November 22
Dr. Marty Makary is shown in this undated photo.
November 22

Trump offered Scott Bessent treasury secretary role: Sources

The announcement for the job was supposed to come earlier but had been stalled due to intense infighting among President-elect Trump's top advisers.
November 22
Trump offered Scott Bessent treasury secretary role: Sources
November 22

This Week Live: Fri, Nov 22, 2024

ABC News speaks with House Ethics Committee member Rep. Glenn Ivey, D-Md., former Trump White House Chief of Staff Reince Priebus and Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler on "This Week Live."
November 22
This Week Live: Fri, Nov 22, 2024
November 22

Trump’s return inserts 'unpredictability on the Ukrainian fight’: Doug Lute

Doug Lute, former U.S. ambassador to NATO, discusses the future of the Russia-Ukraine war during Donald Trump’s second term on "This Week Live."
November 22
Trump’s return inserts 'unpredictability on the Ukrainian fight’: Doug Lute
November 22

‘We need to do a lot more and a lot better’: Ben Wikler on Democrats’ future

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler emphasizes the need to reach voters who are uninvolved in politics on "This Week Live."
November 22
‘We need to do a lot more and a lot better’: Ben Wikler on Democrats’ future
November 22

‘Unusual,’ ‘inappropriate’: Rep. Ivey on Johnson’s stance on the ethics report

Rep. Glenn Ivey, D-Md., criticized Speaker Mike Johnson for saying the report should not be released on "This Week Live."
November 22
‘Unusual,’ ‘inappropriate’: Rep. Ivey on Johnson’s stance on the ethics report
November 22

Trump ‘won in a way that shocked the political world’: Reince Priebus

Former RNC Chairman Reince Priebus discusses the implications of Donald Trump’s win on "This Week Live."
November 22
Trump ‘won in a way that shocked the political world’: Reince Priebus
November 22

Process to replace Matt Gaetz could cut into House GOP's narrow majority

In bad news for House Republicans, his seat will be left vacant for months.
November 22
Matt Gaetz arrives before President-elect Donald Trump speaks during an America First Policy Institute gala at his Mar-a-Lago estate, Nov. 14, 2024, in Palm Beach, Fla.
November 22

Sens. Bill Hagerty and Amy Klobuchar Sunday on ‘This Week’

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, November 24, 2024.
November 22
This Week with George Stephanopoulos
November 22

What Pam Bondi, Trump's new AG pick, has said about investigating DOJ prosecutors

"We can clean house next term and that's what has to happen," she said in 2023.
November 22
Florida's Former Attorney General Pam Bondi speaks during the annual Conservative Political Action Conference meeting, Feb. 23, 2024, in National Harbor, Maryland.
November 22

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.
November 22
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.
November 22

Marjorie Taylor Greene to head new DOGE House subcommittee with plans to cut 'waste'

Musk and Ramaswamy are set to helm the "Department of Government Efficiency."
November 22
Representative Marjorie Taylor-Greene during a House Oversight Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, July 22, 2024.
November 22

'Putin has intensified his attacks on Ukraine': Rep. Gregory Meeks

House Foreign Affairs Committee Member Rep. Gregory Meeks, D-N.Y., joined ABC News Live to discuss what a second Trump term may mean for the war in Ukraine.
November 22
VIDEO: 'Putin has intensified his attacks on Ukraine': Rep. Gregory Meeks
November 22

Matt Gaetz says he won't return to Congress

Matt Gaetz says he will not return to Congress after withdrawing his name from consideration to be President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general.
November 22
VIDEO: Matt Gaetz says he won't return to Congress
November 22

Texas board approves Bible curriculum option in public schools

Schools can receive money for using the materials.
November 22
The Holy Bible is pictured in this stock image.
November 22

Matt Gaetz says he doesn't plan on returning to Congress

Gaetz said he'll still be "in the fight but it's going to be from a new perch."
November 22
Rep. Matt Gaetz departs after speaking during the Conservative Political Action Conference, CPAC 2024, at the National Harbor, in Oxon Hill, Md., Feb. 23, 2024.
November 22

Matt Gaetz AG nomination: Timeline

Gaetz withdrew his name from consideration eight days after it was announced.
November 22
Rep. Matt Gaetz attends a House Judiciary Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Dec. 4, 2019.
November 22

Trump's Cabinet picks boast thin resumes. That's the point: ANALYSIS

"Debating resumes ... plays right into Trump's favor," one Democrat said.
November 22
Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth departs following a meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington, Nov. 21, 2024.
November 22

Nikki Haley skewers controversial Trump nominee Gabbard

Speaking about Tulsi Gabbard, Haley said she had "major issues" with her candidacy and reiterated comments Gabbard made in the past that run counter to the views of the U.S. intelligence community.
November 22
Speaking about Tulsi Gabbard, Haley said she had "major issues" with her candidacy and reiterated comments Gabbard has made in the past that run counter to the views of the U.S. intelligence community.
November 21

Congressional Republicans continue to introduce bills eliminating the DOE

Republicans Mike Rounds and Thomas Massie want to abolish the DOE.
November 21
In this March 25, 2021, file photo, Sen. Mike Rounds speaks during during a hearing on Capitol Hill, in Washington, D.C.