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Matt Gaetz once faced a sex trafficking investigation by the Justice Department he could now lead
President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general, Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida, was once embroiled in a sex trafficking investigation by the Justice Department he’s been tapped to lead
November 13, 2024The Onion buys InfoWars in bankruptcy auction
Alex Jones was sued by families of the Sandy Hook massacre.
November 14, 2024Body found of missing 5-year-old boy with autism: Sheriff
Joshua McCoy had been missing since Saturday, authorities said.
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ABC News Live Prime: Thursday, November 14, 2024
President-elect Donald Trump spoke publicly for the first time since election night; RFK Jr. nominated for Health and Human Services secretary; LA County's incoming D.A. on Menendez Brothers' case.
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By the Numbers: Women in the military
A look at the numbers when it comes to women in the U.S. military. President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Defense Department, Pete Hegseth, said "we should not have women in combat roles."
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American Airlines plane performs 'expedited climb' to avoid mountain in Hawaii
The FAA is investigating the incident, which occurred Wednesday.
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Falling scaffolding plank almost hits pedestrians in Boston
Surveillance footage captured a frightening moment for commuters in Boston last week when a large scaffolding plank came crashing down outside a train station, nearly hitting several people.
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Trump picks RFK Jr. for HHS secretary, Gaetz reacts to latest allegations
A woman told the House Committee on Ethics that Rep. Matt Gaetz had sex with her when she was 17, according to sources.
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Woman testified to House panel that Gaetz had sex with her when she was 17: Sources
Trump tapped Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to be the new attorney general.
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Former NFL player charged for allegedly assaulting police on Jan. 6
Leander Antwione Williams was arrested on Thursday.
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Why credit card rates remain high, even after interest rate cuts
Credit card debt has climbed 8% higher than where it stood a year ago, even while interest rates are dropping.
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These parts of the Northeast are in extreme drought, according to updated map
Experts discuss how the Northeast will deal with persistent drought.
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Tropical Storm Sara forms in the Caribbean: Latest forecast, path
The Atlantic hurricane season does not end until Nov. 30.
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DOJ says 'atrocious' jail conditions in Fulton County violate rights of inmates
A new report found multiple deaths and unsafe conditions for inmates.
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This county’s jail conditions called ‘unconstitutional’ in new DOJ report
A new report found multiple deaths and unsafe conditions for inmates.
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Congestion pricing plan opposed by Trump returns with new reduced tolls
The revenue will enable improvements on the subway, the MTA said.
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New York City congestion pricing is returning with new reduced tolls
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is reviving New York City’s congestion pricing with a new plan that lower the cost to vehicles traveling through Manhattan below 60th Street.
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Travis Kelce's, Patrick Mahomes' houses targeted by burglars
The homes of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce were burglarized last month, according to police reports.
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14-year-old boy arrested for allegedly starting forest fire
The fire burned 52 acres though no structures were damaged, police said.
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14-year-old boy arrested for allegedly starting forest fire
Authorities investigating the cause and origin of the Oct. 30 blaze "located evidence that identified this fire as an arson," the Evesham Township Police said Wednesday.
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The Onion buys InfoWars in bankruptcy auction
The satirical website The Onion purchased InfoWars on Thursday, a capstone on years of litigation following InfoWars founder Alex Jones' defamation case. ABC News’ Aaron Katersky reports.
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Massive brush fire erupts in NYC park
ABC News’ Phil Lipof reports on the rare brush fire in New York City, where firefighters are putting out hot spots.
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FBI raids Polymarket founder’s home in criminal probe of election betting platform
Polymarket correctly predicted Donald Trump's victory last week.
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Pete Hegseth's plan to overhaul the military: 'You need to fire a ton of generals'
Trump announced Hegseth as his nominee for Secretary of Defense on Tuesday.
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November 14
The Onion buys InfoWars in bankruptcy auction
Alex Jones was sued by families of the Sandy Hook massacre.
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National headlines from ABC News
Catch up on the developing stories making headlines.
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New DA speaks out on Menendez brothers' fight for freedom
Lyle and Erik Menendez have spent nearly 35 years in prison for murder.
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Man accused of faking death may have been spotted on social media
A TikTok video shot in June by content creator Baylee Boomhower shows a man on a bicycle coming up to her and asking, “Should I go to Uzbekistan or stay here?”
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Nex Benedict's school district agrees to address Title IX harassment violations
The Department of Education announced that Oklahoma's Owasso Public Schools has agreed to “remedy violations of Title IX” following LGBTQ+ student Nex Benedict's death.
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Woman dies after being thrown from golf cart near private members-only club
The victim was named as Mary Blasetti, a 32-year-old woman from Annapolis.
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November 13
ABC News Live Prime: Wednesday, November 13, 2024
President-elect Donald Trump met with President Joe Biden at the White House as he nominates more members of his cabinet, Elon Musk’s rise to power and rapper turned politician on newest project.
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Bear costume used in elaborate car insurance fraud scheme, officials say
Four individuals were arrested and charged with insurance fraud and conspiracy.
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Scammers in bear costumes attacked cars: Officials
Four people have been arrested for alleged insurance fraud after they claimed a bear damaged their car — but it was really a person in a bear costume, according to officials in California.
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Some experts raise concerns over Musk and Ramaswamy's government efficiency roles
Experts warn the pair's role could raise possible conflict concerns.
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35 escaped monkeys captured in South Carolina, 8 remain on the loose
All the recovered primates are in good health, police said.
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Trump picks Gaetz for AG, Gabbard for DNI
The latest Trump transition nominees, plus a man in Colorado has a goal of giving away at least $100 every day.
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Special counsel asks judge to pause his appeal in Trump's classified documents case
Special counsel Jack Smith is winding down his two cases against Trump.
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2 dead in explosion at manufacturing plant in Louisville, Kentucky: Police
Two people were killed and four remain in the hospital from an explosion at a manufacturing facility in Louisville, Kentucky, officials said.
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After student suicide, Oklahoma district agrees to address Title IX violations
The LGBTQ+ student's suicide sparked concerns about bullying in schools.
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At least 10 skulls, one linked to a missing person, found in New Mexico
The man in possession of the bone fragments is not currently facing any charges.
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FBI offering $25K reward in ballot box fires
The FBI is offering a $25,000 reward in connection with a series of arson incidents involving ballot boxes in Washington state and Oregon last month.
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FBI offering $25K reward for information in ballot box fires in Oregon, Washington
An "improvised incendiary device" was used in each incident, the FBI said.
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Alleged victims of sexual abuse while incarcerated hold rally in New York
The rally marked the one-year anniversary of the Adult Survivors Act (ASA).
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Missing 'Gossip Girl' actor Chanel Maya Banks found safe
No foul play is suspected, and the case is now closed.
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Fingerprint from taxi license application leads to arrest in 1978 double murder
The suspect, now 71 years old, had no significant criminal record.
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Firefighter accused of intentionally setting brush fire, charged with arson
The New York firefighter has been suspended, authorities said.
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Gun violence prevention groups to fight Trump's 'concealed carry reciprocity' plan
Trump has promised to "protect self defense everywhere it is under siege."
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Man who helped Daniel Penny restrain Jordan Neely speaks at trial
Penny is being tried on charges of manslaughter and negligent homicide.
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Fingerprint leads to arrest in 1978 double murder
Nearly 46 years after a double homicide, a fingerprint from a taxi license application has led to a suspect's arrest, officials in western Massachusetts announced.
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Trump's defense secretary pick once slammed him for 'shallowness' on foreign policy
The Fox News host criticized Trump before he was elected in 2016.
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Long Island detective faces hate crime charges
The detective allegedly made a racial slur while damaging a man's vehicle.
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Long island firefighter arrested for allegedly setting brush fire
Police said volunteer firefighter Jonathan Quiles intentionally set a fire in a wooded area that damaged a car parked nearby.
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Detective faces hate crime charges in New York
The detective allegedly made a racial slur while damaging a man's vehicle.
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