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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.
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Will Trump make good on promise to reveal JFK assassination files?
November 23, 2024 at 10:05 PM

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

President-elect Donald Trump picks Johns Hopkins surgeon Marty Makary, who argued against pandemic lockdowns, to lead the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
November 23, 2024 at 10:05 PM
Dr. Marty Makary is shown in this undated photo.
November 23, 2024 at 9:50 PM

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

President-elect Donald Trump is rolling out names for top jobs in his administration.
November 23, 2024 at 9:50 PM
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, 2024 at 3:29 PM

Judge adjourns sentencing Trump in NY hush money case

President-elect Donald Trump will not be sentenced as scheduled next Tuesday in his New York hush money case as Judge Juan Merchan formally adjourned sentencing.
November 23, 2024 at 3:29 PM
VIDEO: Judge adjourns sentencing Trump in NY hush money case
November 23, 2024 at 2:18 PM

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

Donald Trump's new attorney general pick Pam Bondi appears easily positioned to pick up the mantle on his goal of overhauling DOJ and his pledge for retribution.
November 23, 2024 at 2:18 PM
Florida's Former Attorney General Pam Bondi speaks during the annual Conservative Political Action Conference meeting, Feb. 23, 2024, in National Harbor, Maryland.
November 23, 2024 at 3:07 AM

Trump announces Pam Bondi as his new AG nominee after Gaetz withdraws

The former Florida attorney general is a long-time Trump supporter and spent time on his personal legal team. Trump also selected hedge fund manager Scott Bessent as his treasury secretary. 
November 23, 2024 at 3:07 AM
VIDEO: Trump announces Pam Bondi as his new AG nominee after Gaetz withdraws
November 23, 2024 at 12:17 AM

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 23, 2024 at 12:17 AM
Trump offered Scott Bessent treasury secretary role: Sources
November 22, 2024 at 11:18 PM

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, 2024 at 11:18 PM
Trump’s return inserts 'unpredictability on the Ukrainian fight’: Doug Lute
November 22, 2024 at 11:01 PM

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, 2024 at 11:01 PM
Trump ‘won in a way that shocked the political world’: Reince Priebus
November 22, 2024 at 9:06 PM

Prosecutors wind down Trump's federal cases as state cases could be placed on hold

Here's a look at each of President-elect Donald Trump's major court cases, and where they stand following his election victory this month.
November 22, 2024 at 9:06 PM
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump arrives for a campaign rally at the Desert Diamond Arena, on Aug. 23, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz.
November 22, 2024 at 8:40 PM

How Trump’s plans for government efficiency could impact minority entrepreneurs

Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce for Minority Business Development Eric Morrissette discusses what a new Trump administration could mean for key government programs.
November 22, 2024 at 8:40 PM
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November 22, 2024 at 7:55 PM

Haley skewers Trump picks Gabbard, RFK Jr.

"She has defended Russia, she has defended Syria, she has defended Iran, and she has defended China," Haley said of Gabbard.
November 22, 2024 at 7:55 PM
Former U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard attends a campaign rally of Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump at PPG Paints Arena, Nov. 4, 2024, in Pittsburgh.
November 22, 2024 at 4:55 PM

Trump’s sentencing date in his hush money case delayed by judge

The judge said he will allow the defense to file a motion to dismiss the case. ABC News’ Aaron Katersky reports.
November 22, 2024 at 4:55 PM
VIDEO: Trump’s sentencing date in his hush money case delayed by judge
November 22, 2024 at 4:36 PM

Judge delays Trump's Nov. 26 sentencing date in his hush money case

Judge Juan Merchan has delayed President-elect Donald Trump’s Nov. 26 sentencing date in his criminal hush money case, according to a brief order issued Friday.
November 22, 2024 at 4:36 PM
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump takes the stage during a campaign rally at Desert Diamond Arena, on Aug. 23, 2024, in Glendale, Arizona.
November 22, 2024 at 4:11 PM

Texas commissioner offers 1,402 acres to Trump for 'deportation facilities'

Tony Payan, director of Rice University’s BIPP Center for the U.S. and Mexico, discusses what this plan could mean for international relations.
November 22, 2024 at 4:11 PM
VIDEO: Texas commissioner offers 1,402 acres to Trump for 'deportation facilities'
November 22, 2024 at 3:12 PM

Texas land commissioner offers 1,402 acres to Trump for 'deportation facilities'

Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham is offering the incoming Trump administration 1,402 acres it purchased along the Texas-Mexico border.
November 22, 2024 at 3:12 PM
A U.S. Border Patrol agent discussing the lay of the land along the Rio Grande in Starr County, Texas, as part of the federal call-up to the U.S.-Mexico border.
November 22, 2024 at 3:11 PM

Why is Texas offering 1,400 acres of land to Trump for 'deportation facilities?'

After offering the Trump administration land for "deportation facilities," other parts of Texas near the border could be offered up, too, an official says.
November 22, 2024 at 3:11 PM
From an aerial view Texas National Guard troops inspect razor wire lining the Rio Grande at the U.S.-Mexico border on Sept. 18, 2024 in El Paso, Texas.
November 22, 2024 at 1:03 PM

What to know about Trump AG pick Pam Bondi

On the same day Gaetz withdrew his candidacy, President-elect Donald Trump announced Pam Bondi as his next nominee for attorney general.
November 22, 2024 at 1:03 PM
In this June 18, 2024, file photo, Pam Bondi, former Florida Attorney General, addresses an election integrity volunteer training group in Newtown, Pa.
November 22, 2024 at 2:05 AM

Trump announces Pam Bondi as new AG pick

The president-elect's selection comes the same day Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination.
November 22, 2024 at 2:05 AM
Trump announces Pam Bondi as new AG pick
November 21, 2024 at 10:44 PM

Trump promised to disrupt Washington. His Cabinet picks would do just that: ANALYSIS

Donald Trump campaigned on bringing about a radical overhaul of the federal government. His Cabinet picks, so far, reflect his intent to carry out that pledge.
November 21, 2024 at 10:44 PM
Donald Trump gestures as he meets with House Republicans on Capitol Hill in Washington, November 13, 2024.
November 21, 2024 at 8:43 PM

Trump has made millions hawking merchandise. Now he could face conflicts of interest

Donald Trump is seeking to cash in on his election win by selling new merchandise like Trump Boots and Trump Coins, but experts say there could be conflicts of interest.
November 21, 2024 at 8:43 PM
A photo of Donald Trump from the Trump Guitars website.
November 21, 2024 at 6:46 PM

Hegseth meets with GOP senators to fight for nomination

ABC News’ Selina Wang discusses the latest on President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense.
November 21, 2024 at 6:46 PM
VIDEO: Hegseth meets with GOP senators to fight for nomination, battle for AG heats up
November 21, 2024 at 5:55 PM

Trump’s mass deportation plan will harm our communities: Colorado AG

Colorado Attorney General Philip J. Weiser is planning to challenge President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to declare a “national emergency” in court.
November 21, 2024 at 5:55 PM
VIDEO: Trump’s mass deportation plan will harm our communities: Colorado AG
November 21, 2024 at 5:50 PM

Project 2025 seeps into Trump administration despite attempts to distance himself

Several Project 2025 authors and contributors are not just connected to President-elect Donald Trump, but also nominated for roles in his administration.
November 21, 2024 at 5:50 PM
Former President Donald J. Trump answers question from Pastor Paula White-Cain at the National Faith Advisory Board summit in Powder Springs, Ga., Oct. 28, 2024.
November 21, 2024 at 3:23 PM

Can he do that? How Trump could try to break the federal government

A look at how Trump can upend the federal government, including "deleting" agencies and ousting workers he sees as unloyal.
November 21, 2024 at 3:23 PM
President-elect Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with the House GOP conference, Nov. 13, 2024, in Washington.
November 20, 2024 at 11:55 PM

Stock prices soar for Trump allies' companies post-election

Shares of Elon Musk's Tesla have climbed nearly 40% since Election Day.
November 20, 2024 at 11:55 PM
President-elect Donald Trump greets Elon Musk as he arrives to attend a viewing of the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket in Brownsville, Tex., Nov. 19, 2024.
November 20, 2024 at 11:36 PM

Private prison firms donated more than $1M to Trump. Now they expect a business boom

Private prison companies contributed more than a million dollars to Donald Trump's reelection -- and are now poised to benefit from his mass deportation plan.
November 20, 2024 at 11:36 PM
The Adelanto Detention Facility on Nov. 15, 2013 in Adelanto, Calif.
November 20, 2024 at 10:45 PM

Why some influencers are talking tariffs ahead of Trump presidency

ABC News' Elizabeth Schulze spoke to Walmart about the potential rising cost of goods if new tariffs go into effect next year.
November 20, 2024 at 10:45 PM
Close-up of a couple shopping online on a laptop.
November 20, 2024 at 9:04 PM

Influencers warn shoppers to stock up before Trump’s tariffs potentially raise prices

A wave of posts on social media are urging shoppers to stock up on their favorite products now or risk paying higher prices if tariffs go into effect once President-elect Donald Trump takes office.
November 20, 2024 at 9:04 PM
VIDEO: Influencers warn shoppers to stock up before Trump’s tariffs potentially raise prices
November 20, 2024 at 8:41 PM

President-elect Trump reveals more White House plans

ABC News senior White House correspondent Selina Wang discusses the latest staff and cabinet picks by President-elect Trump. 
November 20, 2024 at 8:41 PM
VIDEO: President-elect Trump reveals more White House plans
November 20, 2024 at 6:25 PM

Americans want Trump mass deportation plan: Texas congresswoman

Rep. Monica De La Cruz, R-Texas, discusses President-elect Donald Trump’s plan for the mass deportation of undocumented migrants.
November 20, 2024 at 6:25 PM
VIDEO: Americans want Trump mass deportation plan: Texas congresswoman
November 20, 2024 at 5:29 PM

Questions loom about TikTok as Trump's cabinet comes into shape

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, some of his cabinet appointees appear to be split on the question of what he should do about TikTok in the U.S.
November 20, 2024 at 5:29 PM
November 20, 2024 at 4:09 PM

Trump seeks dismissal of hush money conviction on immunity grounds

President-elect Trump's criminal hush money conviction must be dismissed "to facilitate the orderly transition of Executive power," defense attorneys argued Wednesday.
November 20, 2024 at 4:09 PM
Donald Trump participates in a town hall presented by Spanish-language network Univision, in Doral, Florida, October 16, 2024.
November 20, 2024 at 4:00 PM

What will be the US military's role in Trump's mass deportation plan?

Thomas Homan, Trump's choice to serve as the border czar, said U.S. military assets would be a "force multiplier" in the deportations.
November 20, 2024 at 4:00 PM
In this Jan. 31, 2024, file photo, Texas National Guard troops stop a group of immigrants near the U.S.-Mexico border wall on the El Paso, Texas side of the border.
November 20, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Trump stands by Matt Gaetz after tapping him for AG pick

The bipartisan House Ethics Committee will meet Wednesday to decide whether to vote to release their report on Matt Gaetz and allegations of sexual misconduct and illicit drug use.
November 20, 2024 at 3:30 PM
VIDEO: Trump stands by Matt Gaetz after tapping him for AG pick
November 20, 2024 at 11:38 AM

What Trump's 'drill, baby, drill' fracking agenda could look like

President-elect Donald Trump's second term could bring reform to energy permitting and increased fracking on federal lands.
November 20, 2024 at 11:38 AM
Former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during an election night event in West Palm Beach, Florida, Nov. 6, 2024.
November 20, 2024 at 7:37 AM

Trump's nominee for attorney general under fire

Questions are being raised about former Rep. Matt Gaetz's fitness to serve as attorney general, in part because of a House Ethics Committee investigation into allegations about him.
November 20, 2024 at 7:37 AM
VIDEO: Trump's nominee for attorney general under fire
November 20, 2024 at 4:05 AM

Trump stands by Matt Gaetz

Trump said he is not reconsidering his nomination of former Rep. Matt Gaetz for attorney general, despite many Republican senators calling for a House Ethics Committee report to be released.
November 20, 2024 at 4:05 AM
VIDEO: Trump stands by Matt Gaetz
November 20, 2024 at 3:59 AM

Former acting DHS secretary on what to expect from Trump’s immigration agenda

ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke with former acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf on President-elect Trump's priorities for the department and his plan for mass deportations.
November 20, 2024 at 3:59 AM
Former acting DHS secretary on what to expect from Trump’s immigration agenda
November 20, 2024 at 3:31 AM

Trump joins Elon Musk in Texas for SpaceX Starship launch

On Tuesday, SpaceX launched the most powerful super-heavy Starship rocket on its sixth test flight, but were forced to perform a splashdown after an issue with the booster.
November 20, 2024 at 3:31 AM
VIDEO: Trump joins Elon Musk in Texas for SpaceX Starship launch
November 20, 2024 at 3:05 AM

Trump picks Lutnick for commerce secretary job

President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday announced that he has picked Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick as his secretary of the Department of Commerce.
November 20, 2024 at 3:05 AM
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November 20, 2024 at 12:38 AM

Trump and Musk solidify their bond with Texas trip for rocket launch

For two weeks, Donald Trump has welcomed Elon Musk into his world
November 20, 2024 at 12:38 AM
President-elect Donald Trump greets Elon Musk before the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024 in Boca Chica, Texas. (Brandon Bell/Pool via AP)
November 20, 2024 at 12:12 AM

Trump vetting Project 2025 architect for top administration post

Plus, Donald Trump and Elon Musk are in Texas to watch a SpaceX rocket launch as well as a look at why passengers may soon see Shake Shack burgers on Delta flights.
November 20, 2024 at 12:12 AM
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November 20, 2024 at 12:11 AM

Trump attends SpaceX 'Starship' launch with Musk

President-elect Donald Trump attended a SpaceX “Starship” rocket launch on Tuesday in Texas alongside SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.
November 20, 2024 at 12:11 AM
Trump attends SpaceX 'Starship' launch with Musk
November 19, 2024 at 10:57 PM

Trump picks Howard Lutnick for commerce secretary job

President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday announced that he has picked Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick as his secretary of the Department of Commerce.
November 19, 2024 at 10:57 PM
Howard Lutnick, Chairman and CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald and Co-Chair of the Trump 2024 Transition Team speaks at a rally for former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump at Madison Square Garden in New York, Oct. 27, 2024.
November 19, 2024 at 10:30 PM

New Jersey Senator George Helmy discusses what Trump presidency means for Gaza

He is the only Arab-American senator in Congress.
November 19, 2024 at 10:30 PM
VIDEO:  New Jersey Senator George Helmy discusses what Trump presidency means for Gaza
November 19, 2024 at 10:29 PM

Trump defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth draws controversy

Sen. Roger Wicker of Mississippi joins ABC News Live to talk President-elect Trump's nomination of Pete Hegseth for defense secretary.
November 19, 2024 at 10:29 PM
VIDEO: Trump defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth draws controversy
November 19, 2024 at 10:27 PM

Dr. Oz picked as Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services administrator

Dr. Mehmet Oz has been selected to serve as the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Trump announced.
November 19, 2024 at 10:27 PM
Dr. Oz picked as Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services administrator
November 19, 2024 at 10:14 PM

What the gender gap tells us about Trump's win

Donald Trump's appeals to young men and men of color in the 2024 election campaign may have paid off.
November 19, 2024 at 10:14 PM
Donald Trump once again saw notably higher support among men than women in 2024.
November 19, 2024 at 7:25 PM

Prosecutors in Trump hush money case oppose dismissal, but are OK pausing case

Prosecutors say they oppose Donald Trump’s attempt to dismiss his New York criminal hush money conviction -- but that they do not object to pausing the case.
November 19, 2024 at 7:25 PM
Republican presidential nominee, former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at Desert Diamond Arena, on Aug. 23, 2024, in Glendale, Arizona.