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Supreme Court to weigh legality of Trump’s global tariffs

The Supreme Court will hear arguments over the legality of President Donald Trump's global tariffs program in a blockbuster case with extraordinary significance for future presidential power.
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The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday over the legality of President Donald Trump's global tariffs program in a blockbuster case with extraordinary significance for American consumers and future presidential power.
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Zohran Mamdani makes history -- and strikes a chord among Muslims, South Asians

Mamdani will be the first Muslim and South Asian mayor of NYC.
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Democratic candidate for New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani kisses his wife Rama Duwaji after winning the 2025 New York City Mayoral race, at an election night rally in the Brooklyn borough of New York City, New York, U.S., Nov. 4, 2025.
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What to know about the conservative advocacy group suing Trump over tariffs

The Liberty Justice Center supports enforcing limits on government overreach.
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President Donald Trump speaks with reporters aboard Air Force One shortly after taking off from Busan, South Korea, en route to Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 30, 2025.
November 05

California's Proposition 50 will pass, ABC News projects

California's Proposition 50, redrawing the congressional map to make five districts more Democratic-leaning, will pass, ABC News projects.
November 05
VIDEO: California's Proposition 50 will pass, ABC News projects
November 05

CA Prop 50 projected to pass, redrawing congressional map in favor of Democrats

California's Proposition 50, redrawing the congressional map to make five districts more Democratic-leaning, will pass, ABC News projects.
November 05
VIDEO: CA Prop 50 projected to pass, redrawing congressional map in favor of Democrats
November 05

Election 2025 key takeaways: Democrats score historic big wins leading into midterms

The economy, dissatisfaction with the country, helped Democrats win key seats.
November 05
Supporters celebrate during the election night watch party for Virginia Democratic gubernatorial candidate, former Rep. Abigail Spanberger as she is projected to win the race, November 4, 2025 in Richmond, Virginia.
November 05

FULL SPEECH: California Gov. Gavin Newsom talks Prop 50 win

California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom delivered a victory speech after voters were projected to approve Proposition 50 — a redistricting measure that could net Democrats five House seats.
November 05
VIDEO: FULL SPEECH: California Gov. Gavin Newsom talks Prop 50 win
November 05

FULL SPEECH: Zohran Mamdani's victory speech following historic NYC mayoral win

Democrat Zohran Mamdani delivers his winning remarks after a projected win of the New York City mayoral election. He is set to be the first the city's Muslim mayor of South Asian descent.
November 05
VIDEO: FULL SPEECH: Zohran Mamdani's victory speech following historic NYC mayoral win
November 05

Jack Ciattarelli concession speech after loss in NJ governor's race

Republican Jack Ciattarelli delivered a concession speech after projections that he will lose the New Jersey’s governor race against Democrat Mikie Sherrill.
November 05
VIDEO: Jack Ciattarelli concession speech after loss in NJ governor's race
November 05

Government shutdown becomes longest in history: How we got here and what's next

Now in its 36th day, pain points for Americans continue to mount.
November 05
The US Capitol is seen in Washington, November 4, 2025.
November 05

The longest government shutdowns in US history, explained

The 2025 stalemate surpassed 35 days, becoming the longest in U.S. history. ABC News' Perry Russom breaks down the five longest shutdowns from Carter to Trump.
November 05
The 2025 stalemate surpassed 35 days, becoming the longest in U.S. history. ABC News' Perry Russom breaks down the five longest shutdowns from Carter to Trump.
November 04

Trump dismisses bad election results by blaming his not being on ballot, shutdown

He claimed unidentified "pollsters" said that's why Republicans lost.
November 04
President Donald Trump speaks to the media after boarding Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 31, 2025, enroute to Florida.
November 04

FULL SPEECH: Andrew Cuomo concedes after NYC mayoral loss to Zohran Mamdani

Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo addressed supporters and conceded in the New York City mayoral election to history-making win by Zohran Mamdani.
November 04
VIDEO: FULL SPEECH: Andrew Cuomo concedes after NYC mayoral loss to Zohran Mamdani
November 04

Proposition 50 live election results: Calif. voters projected to pass redistricting

See Prop. 50 vote counts and learn what the ballot measure will change.
November 04
A sign supporting Proposition 50, aimed at countering Republican-led redistricting in Texas by redrawing California's congressional map to favor Democrats, is shown in a residential neighborhood in Encinitas, Calif., Sept. 29, 2025.
November 04

FULL SPEECH: Mikie Sherrill victory speech after projected win in NJ governor's race

Democrat Mikie Sherrill delivered remarks amid projections that she will win New Jersey’s governor race against Republican Jack Ciattarelli.
November 04
VIDEO: FULL SPEECH: Mikie Sherrill victory speech after projected win in NJ governor's race
November 04

Virginia 2025 election results: Democrats projected to sweep 3 statewide races

Democrat Abigail Spanberger was the projected winner of the governor's race.
November 04
Republican Virginia gubernatorial candidate Winsome Earle-Sears Oct. 25, 2025 and Democratic gubernatorial candidate, former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger, Sept. 19, 2025.
November 04

FULL SPEECH: Curtis Sliwa concedes NYC mayoral election

Curtis Sliwa speaks to supporters after a projected loss in New York City's mayoral election.
November 04
VIDEO: FULL SPEECH: Curtis Sliwa concedes NYC mayoral election
November 04

Mamdani makes history with meteoric rise to be next New York mayor, ABC News projects

The democratic socialist is set to become the city's first Muslim mayor.
November 04
New York City Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani celebrates during an election night event in Brooklyn, New York City, November 4, 2025.
November 04

Democrat Abigail Spanberger to make history as Virginia's 1st female governor

The off-year race is often viewed as a bellwether for the midterms.
November 04
Virginia Democratic gubernatorial candidate, former Rep. Abigail Spanberger celebrates as she takes the stage during her election night rally, November 4, 2025 in Richmond, Virginia.
November 04

Democrat Zohran Mamdani will win the NYC mayoral race, ABC News projects

Mamdani is set to be the city's first Muslim mayor of south Asian descent.
November 04
VIDEO: Democrat Zohran Mamdani will win the NYC mayoral race, ABC News projects
November 04

Abigail Spanberger delivers victory speech in Virginia

The Democrat is projected to win Virginia's governor race, making her the state's first female governor.
November 04
VIDEO: Abigail Spanberger delivers victory speech in Virginia
November 04

Mikie Sherrill projected to win NJ governor's race

Democrat Mikie Sherrill, a former Navy helicopter pilot and former prosecutor, will win the New Jersey governor’s race, ABC News projects.
November 04
VIDEO: Mikie Sherrill projected to win NJ governor's race
November 04

New York City mayoral election results: Mamdani is projected winner in historic win

Follow live election results and candidate updates for NYC’s mayoral race.
November 04
New York City mayoral candidates, Andrew Cuomo, Oct. 7, 2025, Zohran Mamdani, Oct. 8, 2025 and Curtis Sliwa, Sept. 13, 2025.
November 04

New Jersey governor election results: Democrat Mikie Sherrill is projected winner

Track live New Jersey governor race results and see how candidates are doing.
November 04
New Jersey gubernatorial candidates Jack Ciatterelli and Mikie Sherrill participate in a debate, Oct. 8, 2025.
November 04

FULL SPEECH: Abigail Spanberger victory speech after winning Virginia governor's race

Democrat Abigail Spanberger delivered remarks amid projections that she will win Virginia's governor race against Republican Winsome Earle-Sears.
November 04
VIDEO: FULL SPEECH: Abigail Spanberger victory speech after winning Virginia governor's race
November 04

Mamdani is 'a gift' for Republicans: GOP strategist

Matt Gorman, former director of the National Republican Congressional Committee, talks to Linsey Davis about key races on Election Day.
November 04
VIDEO: Mamdani is 'a gift' for Republicans: GOP strategist
November 04

Democrat Abigail Spanberger will win the VA governor's race, ABC News projects

Spanberger, who has maintained a consistent lead in the polls throughout the race, will be Virginia’s first female governor.
November 04
VIDEO: Democrat Abigail Spanberger will win the VA governor's race, ABC News projects
November 04

Democrat Abigail Spanberger to be next governor of Virginia

Democrat Abigail Spanberger will win the Virginia governor's race, ABC News projects.
November 04
VIDEO: Democrat Abigail Spanberger to be next governor of Virginia
November 04

What does history tell us about off-year elections?

Presidential historian Mark Updegrove analyzes the historical significance of Election Day 2025.
November 04
VIDEO: What does history tell us about off-year elections?
November 04

'Worried about my business': The New Yorker who's lead plaintiff in Trump tariff case

Victor Schwartz, a wine and liquor importer, spoke to ABC News.
November 04
When Victor Schwartz abandoned the world of banking in the 1980s for the vineyards of France, his unorthodox career choice unknowingly put him on a collision course with President Donald Trump and the signature issue of his second administration.
November 04

Cuomo distances himself from Trump, Mamdani says We’re on the brink of making history

New York City’s mayoral race is seeing record numbers in voting. Roughly 1.4 million New Yorkers have cast ballots, surpassing 2021 voter turnout.
November 04
VIDEO: Cuomo distances himself from Trump, Mamdani says ‘We’re on the brink of making history’
November 04

Spanberger, Earle-Sears face off in race for Virginia’s first female governor

Republicans hope to keep the governorship in their hands, while Democrats hope to capitalize on backlash to federal government layoffs, which have been deeply felt in Virginia.
November 04
VIDEO: Spanberger, Earle-Sears face off in race for Virginia’s first female governor
November 04

NJ gubernatorial nominee surprised by son's return from Army on eve of election

While campaigning at a bar in North Jersey on Monday, New Jersey Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli was surprised by the return of his son, who is currently stationed in Kuwait.
November 04
VIDEO: New Jersey gubernatorial nominee surprised by son's return from Army on eve of election
November 04

Democrats are back and coming for Trump: DNC chair

Ken Martin, chair of the Democratic National Committee, discusses his party's chances at the polls in Tuesday's races, and what wins for his party will mean for President Donald Trump.
November 04
VIDEO: Democrats are back and coming for Trump: DNC chair
November 04

Trump 'aware' Cheney died, White House says, after history of tensions between them

Cheney called Trump a "coward" and "threat to our republic" after Jan. 6.
November 04
President Donald Trump is shown at the White House on Oct. 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C. | Vice President Dick Cheney listens during a demonstration on the South Lawn of the White House, March 26, 2007, in Washington, D.C.
November 04

The lessons to be learned from key races on Election Day

ABC News' Rick Klein and contributor Mark Updegrove discuss storylines from key races, and how they might impact 2026 midterm elections.
November 04
VIDEO: The lessons to be learned from key races on Election Day
November 04

Veteran journalist breaks down NYC mayoral race

WABC-TV's Bill Ritter has interviewed all three candidates who are hoping to be the next mayor of New York City.
November 04
VIDEO: Veteran journalist breaks down NYC mayoral race
November 04

Supreme Court to hear Trump tariffs case of 'staggering' importance

The justices will decide whether a president has unfettered power to tariff.
November 04
The US Supreme Court is seen in Washington, November 4, 2025.
November 04

Examining Trump's involvement in the NYC mayoral race

ABC News contributor Cristina Tzintzun Ramirez and former RNC spokesperson Elizabeth Pipko discuss one of the most-watched races on Election Day.
November 04
VIDEO: Examining Trump's involvement in the NYC mayoral race
November 04

DOT might be forced to shut down some airspace next week: Duffy

Nearly 50% of all major air traffic control facilities face staffing shortages, according to the FAA. Air traffic controllers are required to work without pay for the duration of the shutdown.
November 04
VIDEO: DOT might be forced to shut down some airspace next week: Duffy
November 04

New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill says bomb threat won't deter voters

"Obviously this is an attempt to suppress the vote here. I don't think New Jerseyans take very kindly to that kind of tampering in our election system," Sherrill told reporters Tuesday.
November 04
"Obviously this is an attempt to suppress the vote here. I don't think New Jerseyans take very kindly to that kind of tampering in our election system," Sherrill told reporters Tuesday.
November 04

Marjorie Taylor Greene calls out Johnson over House not meeting during shutdown

Appearing on ABC's "The View," Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene on Tuesday called out Speaker Mike Johnson over the House not meeting for weeks during the government shutdown.
November 04
Appearing on ABC's "The View," Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene on Tuesday called out Speaker Mike Johnson over the House not meeting for weeks during the government shutdown.
November 04

What impact could NYC mayoral race have on Democrats, Republicans?

John McCarthy, former senior political adviser to former President Joe Biden, and conservative columnist Ramesh Ponnuru discuss key races in New York and New Jersey.
November 04
VIDEO: What impact could NYC mayoral race have on Democrats, Republicans?
November 04

Marjorie Taylor Greene calls out Johnson over House not meeting during shutdown

The Georgia Republican called it an "embarrassment" on ABC's "The View."
November 04
Rep. Marjorie Taylor-Greene appears on The View, Nov. 4, 2025.
November 04

New York City's race for mayor: What you need to know

New York City’s mayoral race has captured national attention as three high-profile candidates vie for the lead office of the most populous city in the U.S.
November 04
New York City’s mayoral race has captured national attention as three high-profile candidates vie for the lead office of the most populous city in the U.S. Here’s what to know about the three contenders in NYC's race for mayor.
November 04

Trump hosted 'Great Gatsby' party hours before SNAP funding lapsed

Democrats slammed the event held as millions lose food benefits.
November 04
President Donald Trump sits next to Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a Halloween party at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Fa., Oct. 31, 2025.
November 04

Cuomo distances himself from Trump endorsement in NYC mayoral race

Democrat Marsha Espinoza and former RNC spokesperson Elizabeth Pipko discuss the key races on Election Day.
November 04
VIDEO: Cuomo distances himself from Trump endorsement in NYC mayoral race
November 04

What to know about California's Prop 50 ballot initiative 

This Election Day, Californians are casting their votes on Proposition 50, a ballot measure that puts forth a redrawn congressional map that could net Democrats five House seats.
November 04
This Election Day, Californians are casting their votes on Proposition 50, a ballot measure that puts forth a redrawn congressional map that could net Democrats five House seats.
November 04

Mamdani says 'we're on the brink of making history' after voting on Election Day

Zohran Mamdani, state assemblyman and Democratic candidate for New York City mayor, spoke to reporters after casting his ballot on Election Day.
November 04
Zohran Mamdani, state assemblyman and Democratic candidate for New York City mayor, spoke to reporters after casting his ballot on Election Day.
November 04

Former Vice President Dick Cheney dead at 84

The former vice president was a key architect of the war on terror and Iraq war.
November 04
Vice President Dick Cheney listens to President George W. Bush make a statement about the war supplemental funding bill and then answer questions from the press in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington April 3, 2007.

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