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  • Greta Thunberg, teen climate activist, tells US lawmakers 'listen to the scientists'

    Swedish teen who sailed to US to talk climate change testifies on Capitol Hill

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  • Trump names US hostage negotiator O'Brien as his new national security adviser

    Robert O'Brien replaces John Bolton who left abruptly last week.

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  • American Airlines mechanic accused of sabotaging plane had ISIS video: Prosecutors

    The ISIS propaganda video showed graphic murders, authorities said.

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  • Sandy Hook Promise releases powerful new back-to-school ad amid gun reform debate

    The ad tells viewers that back-to-school brings the threat of a mass shooting.

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  • Trump revokes California's waiver on emissions standards, setting up legal fight

    The Trump administration wants a single, nationwide standard.

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  • Saudis say Iran 'sponsored' attack on oil facilities, Pompeo calls it an 'act of war'

    Trump said he would "substantially increase" sanctions on Iran in response.

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  • Trump targets California for plan to deal with homeless on 'our best streets'

    Trump and HUD Secretary Ben Carson are visiting the state this week.

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  • Tension at Corey Lewandowski's House Judiciary Committee hearing

    The former campaign manager for President Donald Trump also posted a series of tweets during his Capitol Hill testimony teasing a possible Senate run.

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• Sep 18

  • Trump asks Steve Cortes: ‘Who do you like more, the country or the Hispanics?’

    At a rally in New Mexico on Monday, the president asked Hispanic Advisory Council member Steve Cortes to choose between nationality and ethnicity.

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• Sep 18

  • Saudis blame Iran, Trump increases sanctions

    President Donald Trump on Sunday tweeted that the U.S. was "locked and loaded," but was waiting for the Saudis to verify Iran's culpability and...

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• Sep 18

  • FAA chief to test updated 737 MAX software as planes remain grounded

    The 737 MAX was grounded after crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia.

    Sep 18

• Sep 18

  • US sues Edward Snowden and publishers over new memoir

    The lawsuit alleges that Snowden violated non-disclosure agreements signed with the N.S.A. and C.I.A. during his employment by not turning over the...

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• Sep 18

  • The Note: The legacy and life lessons of Cokie Roberts

    Life experiences and scholarship mixed to make her a unique voice for our times.

    Sep 18

• Sep 18

  • Trump delivers 'false choice' for Latinos between country, racial identity: Experts

    "Majority of Latinos...have strong identities as Americans and as Latinos."

    Sep 18

• Sep 17

  • Mike Pompeo heading to Saudi Arabia to 'coordinate' response to Saudi oil attack

    A U.S. official says there's "compelling" evidence the attacks came from Iran.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • Corey Lewandowski testifies he can't talk about conversations with Trump

    The White House blocked two top former Trump aides from appearing at all.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • Trump's EPA sets stage for legal fight with California on fuel emissions standards

    'Federalism does not mean that one state can dictate standards for the nation'

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • Remembering Cokie Roberts, U.S.-Iran tensions boil over, Lewandowski testifies

    Former ABC anchor for "This Week," Cokie Roberts, dead at 75; tensions mount between U.S. and Iran after the Saudi oil facility attack; former Trump...

    Sep 17

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• Sep 17

  • Census Bureau on the 2020 survey: 'The census is safe'

    President Trump wanted to add a citizenship question.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • US sues Edward Snowden and publishers over new memoir

    The suit calls for the seizure of any profits received from the book.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • Corey Lewandowski refuses to answer most questions at congressional hearing

    The former Trump campaign manager refused to discuss conversations with the president.

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• Sep 17

  • Reporters behind new Kavanaugh book address controversy on 'The View'

    Republicans have questioned a new allegation raised in the book.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • Former presidents, lawmakers react to the passing of 'trailblazer' Cokie Roberts

    The Washington journalist passed away after battling breast cancer for years.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • Lewandowski testifies on Capitol Hill

    The White House told former Trump campaign aide Corey Lewandowski not to answer questions when he testifies in front of the House Judiciary committee....

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• Sep 17

  • Manchin says former NRA staffer's background check app proposal could derail talks

    Senators are waiting to hear from President Trump about what he'll support.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • 17th service member killed in Afghanistan this year, 1st since peace talks collapse

    Sgt. 1st Class Jeremy W. Griffin was on his fourth combat deployment.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • Congress weighs legislation to back Hong Kong protests, with local activists' backing

    The bills would bar U.S. police gear exports to Hong Kong, among other actions.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • ABC News’ Cokie Roberts interviews Barbara Bush: Aug. 18, 1992

    At the Republican National Convention, Bush contrasts her role as First Lady to the potential Hillary Clinton.

    Sep 17

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• Sep 17

  • Trump urges patience after 'locked and loaded' threat following attack on Saudis

    Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has blamed Iran for the attack.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • US service member killed in action in Afghanistan

    A U.S. service member was killed in action in Afghanistan on Monday, the first combat death since President Donald Trump called off peace talks with...

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• Sep 17

  • The Note: Democrats’ congressional and presidential agendas collide

    Presidential candidates are pushing Dems in a different direction than Congress.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • US police agencies having trouble hiring, keeping officers, according to a new survey

    The survey shows decreased officer applications, early exits and retirements.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • Elizabeth Warren attacks corporate greed in front of biggest crowd yet

    Elizabeth Warren discussed the Triangle Shirtwaist factory fire.

    Sep 17

• Sep 17

  • Prosecutors subpoena President Trump’s tax returns

    The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has subpoenaed eight years of Donald Trump’s tax returns as part of an investigation into hush payments to...

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• Sep 16

  • Trump says Democrats will do 'whatever they can to demean you' at latest rally

    The campaign says their internal data shows big opportunity in the blue state.

    Sep 16

• Sep 16

  • White House blocks former top Trump aides from testifying

    Former campaign manager Corey Lewandowski was also set to testify Tuesday.

    Sep 16

• Sep 16

  • Venezuelan opposition calls talks with Maduro dead, causing rift

    The opposition's first fracture is a worrying sign for its U.S.-backed leader.

    Sep 16

• Sep 16

  • Woman linked to newly revealed allegation against Kavanaugh: 'Ask Brett'

    The anniversary of Kavanaugh's addition to the court is approaching.

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• Sep 16

  • Former State Department official talks repercussions of Iran

    Suzanne Maloney, deputy director of the foreign policy program at the Brookings Institute, explains how the oil facility attack will effect Iran's...

    Sep 16

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• Sep 16

  • Gas prices spike after attack on Saudi oil facility

    Gas prices jumped 10% worldwide Monday following Iran's missile and drone attack on a Saudi oil facility.

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• Sep 16

  • Trump's long history of making threats against Iran

    Trump Sunday hinted at military action saying the U.S. is "locked and loaded."

    Sep 16

• Sep 16

  • Air Force's newest aircraft named T-7A Red Hawk in honor of Tuskegee Airmen

    One of the last surviving Tuskegee Airmen was on hand for the announcement.

    Sep 16

• Sep 16

  • The Note: Rivals test Biden with indirect shots

    The third debate may not have changed the dynamics of the race.

    Sep 16

• Sep 15

  • Iran fired cruise missiles in attack on Saudi oil facility: Senior US official

    Houthi rebels in Yemen claimed responsibility for the attacks.

    Sep 15

• Sep 15

  • Border Patrol agent shot, suspect killed during traffic stop

    The suspect was shot and killed by the agent's partner.

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• Sep 15

  • 'We've seen too damn many' mass shootings in Texas: Sen. Ted Cruz

    The Texas senator discussed the ongoing gun control debate on "This Week."

    Sep 15

• Sep 15

  • Mayor Pete Buttigieg says debate comments about Afghanistan misconstrued

    The South Bend, Indiana, mayor is an Afghanistan war veteran.

    Sep 15