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Adnan Syed murder conviction reinstated by Maryland appeals court

He was the subject of the popular "Serial" podcast.
39 minutes ago
Adnan Syed, center, leaves the Cummings Courthouse on Sept. 19, 2022, in Baltimore.
3 hours ago

Bank regulators blame SVB collapse on 'textbook' mismanagement during Senate grilling

One Democrat asked: "Did the Fed drop the ball because it didn't see the risks?"
3 hours ago
Federal Reserve Board Vice Chair for Supervision Michael Barr listens to participants at a hearing at the Federal Reserve building, Sept. 23, 2022, in Washington.
3 hours ago

House Republicans ramp up investigation into Afghanistan withdrawal

The GOP-led panel subpoenaed Secretary of State Antony Blinken Tuesday.
3 hours ago
An air crew assigned to the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron assists evacuees aboard a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft in support of the Afghanistan evacuation at Hamid Karzai International Airport, August 21, 2021, in Kabul, Afghanistan.
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Cybercriminals targeting U.S. on behalf of North Korea: Report

A new report details alleged funding mechanism of North Korean cyber espionage.
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March 28

Biden calls on Congress to pass stronger gun laws in wake of Nashville shoo

Meanwhile, White House flags are flying at half-staff in memory of the six victims from The Covenant School.
March 28
VIDEO: President Biden calls on Congress to pass stronger gun laws in wake of Nashville shooting
March 28

Sen. Rand Paul staffer stabbed, suspect arrested

A staffer for Rand Paul was stabbed and seriously injured in Washington, D.C., on Saturday and a suspect has since been arrested, according to police and Paul's office.
March 28
A staffer for Rand Paul was stabbed and seriously injured in Washington, D.C., on Saturday and a suspect has since been arrested, according to police and Paul's office.
March 27

Sen. Rand Paul staffer stabbed multiple times in DC, suspect arrested

The Kentucky lawmaker called it a "brutal" assault.
March 27
Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) arrives during a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing on evaluating U.S.-China policy, at the Capitol, in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 9, 2023.
March 27

The gun legislation Congress has passed and rejected amid mass shootings: Timeline

A bipartisan compromise last year broke a three-decade stalemate.
March 27
President Bill Clinton speaks to supporters, Sept. 13, 1994, during a signing ceremony for the crime bill on the South Lawn of the White House.
March 27

VP Harris, in Ghana, addresses human rights amid anti-LGBTQ efforts in Africa

Vice President Kamala Harris met with Ghana's president and said she raised the issue of human rights in their bilateral discussions.
March 27
Vice President Kamala Harris met with Ghana's president and said she raised the issue of human rights in their bilateral discussions.
March 27

George Washington University to replace controversial 'Colonials' moniker

The university has narrowed its decision to four choices.
March 27
The George Washington Colonials mascot performs during the game against the Dayton Flyers at Charles E. Smith Athletic Center on Jan. 28, 2023 in Washington, DC.
March 27

VP Harris, in Ghana, addresses human rights amid anti-LGBTQ efforts in Africa

Her visit is aimed at countering China's growing influence on the continent.
March 27
Vice President Kamala Harris is welcomed by Ghana President Nana Akufo-Addo in Accra, Ghana, March 27, 2023.
March 27

Buttigieg responds to Pence's 'joke' on his 'maternity leave'

The secretary spoke to ABC News' "Life Out Loud with LZ Granderson" podcast.
March 27
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visits the site of a hazardous train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, on Feb. 23, 2023.
March 26

Putin says he'll move nukes to Belarus, prompting Ukrainian alarm

There's no "indication" Putin has followed through, a White House official said.
March 26
Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a meeting at the Kremlin in Moscow, March 25, 2023.
March 26

Vice President Harris arrives in Ghana

Vice President Kamala Harris will meet with Ghana's President Nana Akufo-Addo on Monday and hold a news conference following their meeting.
March 26
Vice President Kamala Harris will meet with Ghana's President Nana Akufo-Addo on Monday and hold a news conference following their meeting.
March 26
Veterans Sen. Tammy Duckworth in an interview with Martha Raddatz as we near the 20th anniversary of the Iraq War on “This Week.”
March 26

What Kamala Harris is doing on weeklong trip to Africa

"I'm very excited about the impact of Africa on the rest of the world."
March 26
Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a speech at the Kotoka International Airport, March 26, 2023 in Accra, Ghana.
March 26

Congress closer to TikTok ban or forced sale after CEO's testimony: Gallagher

Rep. Mike Gallagher singled out the need for "control" of the app's algorithm.
March 26
Chairman Rep. Mike Gallagher and ranking member Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi during the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, Feb. 28, 2023.
March 26

'This Week' Transcript 3-26-23: Rep. Mike Gallagher and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, March 26.
March 26
Chairman Mike Gallagher presides over the first hearing of the U.S. House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, Feb. 28, 2023, in Washington.
March 25

Trump lashes out at 2024 rivals, possible indictment at campaign rally

The former president is being investigated by the Manhattan DA's office.
March 25
Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally at Waco Regional Airport, Mar. 25, 2023, in Waco, Texas.
March 25

McConnell released from inpatient therapy after concussion, fractured rib

McConnell said he looks forward to returning to the Senate "soon."
March 25
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell speaks to the media during the weekly Republican press conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Mar. 7, 2023.
March 24

Rep. Mike Gallagher and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on Sunday "This Week"

This is a listing for "This Week" airing Sunday, March 26, 2023.
March 24
This Week with George Stephanopoulos
March 24

House Republicans tour DC jail where Jan. 6 defendants held

GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene claims the defendants are being mistreated.
March 24
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene talks to the media along with Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, Rep. Byron Donalds, and Rep. Mike Collins at the DC Department of Corrections on March 24, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
March 24

Trudeau, Biden announce immigration agreement

The deal was announced during President Joe Biden's first trip to America's northern neighbor.
March 24
The deal was announced during President Joe Biden's first trip to America's northern neighbor.
March 24

Biden and Trudeau praise US-Canada close ties, allyship

President Joe Biden and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reached a deal to reduce migration at the northern border, discussed the drug crisis, defense spending and more.
March 24
VIDEO: Biden and Trudeau praise US-Canada close ties, allyship
March 24

Biden meets with Trudeau as US, Canada announce immigration agreement

The deal was announced during Biden's first trip to America's northern neighbor.
March 24
U.S. President Joe Biden walks with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Parliament Hill, March 24, 2023, in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
March 24

How the Trump hush money case compares to the John Edwards indictment

Edwards was accused of soliciting nearly $1 million to hide an affair.
March 24
Former Democratic presidential candidate and former Sen. John Edwards leaves during a lunch break during the fourth day of jury deliberations at a federal courthouse, May 23, 2012, in Greensboro, N.C.
March 24

Biden and Trudeau meet in Ottawa

President Joe Biden and Candian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are focusing on a new immigration deal, foreign spying, and countering Russian aggression.
March 24
VIDEO: Biden and Trudeau meet in Ottawa
March 24

House GOP passes Parents Bill of Rights Act

Senate Democrats vow it won't be brought up for a vote.
March 24
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Rep. Julia Letlow pose for a photo with children during an introduction of the "Parents' Bill of Rights," on Capitol Hill, March 1, 2023, in Washington.
March 24

Trump campaign insists he won't be deterred by possible indictment

"This is the new normal, the president has been battle-tested," an aide said.
March 24
Former President Donald Trump addresses the America First Policy Institute's America First Agenda Summit at the Marriott Marquis on July 26, 2022.
March 24

Harris to discuss 'brutality of slavery' at Cape Coast Castle during Africa visit

The vice president will meet with leaders of Ghana, Tanzania and Zambia.
March 24
In this Dec. 15, 2022, file photo, Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at a working lunch at the U.S. - Africa Leaders Summit in Washington, DC.
March 23

Here are the notable investigations, lawsuits Donald Trump is dealing with

The ex-president denies wrongdoing and says he is being politically persecuted.
March 23
Former President Donald Trump arrives to speak at the America First Policy Institute Agenda Summit in Washington, D.C., on July 26, 2022.
March 23

House Republicans fail to override Biden's 1st presidential veto

The GOP majority wanted to stop a Labor Department rule about ESG investing.
March 23
U.S. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise speaks in the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, March 10, 2023.
March 23
U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the 13th anniversary of passage of the Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare, at the White House in Washington, March 23, 2023.
March 23

Parkland victim's dad seen pinned by police, arrested after interrupting House panel

A subcommittee was looking at gun use and regulation "overreach."
March 23
In this screen grab from a video, Manuel Oliver walked away in handcuffs after being arrested outside an Oversight Committee hearing at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on March 23, 2023.
March 23

Lawmaker presses TikTok CEO on the app's 'blackout challenge'

TikTok is facing several lawsuits from parents who say their children died attempting the blackout challenge.
March 23
TikTok is facing several lawsuits from parents who say their children died attempting the blackout challenge.
March 23

TikTok pulls video apparently threatening chair of House Energy and Commerce Cmte.

The video was brought to the attention to the CEO during the hearing and was pulled down after allegedly being on the social media site for 41 days.
March 23
The video was brought to the attention to the CEO during the hearing and was pulled down after allegedly being on the social media site for 41 days.
March 23

TikTok CEO confronted by lawmakers on tackling misinformation on the app

Rep. Diana DeGette of Colorado said TikTok's plan to tackle misinformation was "not enough" for her.
March 23
Rep. Diana DeGette of Colorado said TikTok's plan to tackle misinformation was "not enough" for her.
March 23

TikTok CEO on national security fears: 'I have not seen any evidence'

Rep. Debbie Lasko of Arizona listed various nations that have warned about the Chinese government accessing and exploiting TikTok user data.
March 23
Rep. Debbie Lasko of Arizona listed various nations that have warned about the Chinese government accessing and exploiting TikTok user data.
March 23

Biden marks 13 years of the Affordable Care Act

The anniversary comes as speculation continues if the president will run again in 2024.
March 23
VIDEO: Biden marks 13 years of the Affordable Care Act
March 23

ABC News Live: Lawmakers press TikTok CEO over data security, misinformation

Plus, President Joe Biden celebrated the 13th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, and latest on the eye drop recall.
March 23
VIDEO: ABC News Live: Lawmakers press TikTok CEO over data security, misinformation
March 23

TikTok CEO questioned over internal memo asking employees to 'downplay' China ties

The internal memo, referenced by Florida Rep. Kat Cammack, allegedly called on employees to "downplay the parent company ByteDance, downplay the China association, downplay AI."
March 23
The internal memo, referenced by Florida Rep. Kat Cammack, allegedly called on employees to "downplay the parent company ByteDance, downplay the China association, downplay AI."
March 23

Chew says US should 'preserve' section 230

The TikTok CEO said that section 230 has been "very important for freedom of expression on the internet."
March 23
The TikTok CEO said that section 230 has been "very important for freedom of expression on the internet."
March 23

Shou Chew faces questions on China's reported opposition to sale of TikTok

The House hearing comes as the social media platform with ties to China faces a ban in the U.S.
March 23
The House hearing comes as the social media platform with ties to China faces a ban in the U.S.
March 23

Lawmakers grill TikTok CEO over ties to China

TikTok CEO Shou Chew said TikTok is not beholden to the Chinese Communist Party.
March 23
TikTok CEO Shou Chew said TikTok is not beholden to the Chinese Communist Party.
March 23

House panel to focus not on Mexico border -- but rising immigration at sea

A record level of crossings to Florida fuels safety and security concerns.
March 23
A wooden Cuban migrant boat is tied to a sea wall in the Fills area of Indian Key, Oct. 12, 2022, in the Florida Keys.
March 23

House Republicans say they plan to visit Jan. 6 defendants in jail

Marjorie Taylor Greene claims she's received "reports of abuse."
March 23
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Green speaks during a House Oversight and Accountability Committee hearing in Washington, Feb. 8, 2023.
March 23

TikTok CEO heavily criticized by House committee over data and privacy concerns

The China-based app, which counts more than 150 million U.S. users each month, has faced growing scrutiny over fears that user data could be used to spread misinformation.
March 23
VIDEO: TikTok CEO heavily criticized by House committee over data and privacy concerns
March 23

TikTok CEO Shou Chew testifies before House committee

"We want TikTok to be a place where teenagers come to learn," Chew said in his opening statement.
March 23
VIDEO: TikTok CEO Shou Chew testifies before House committee
March 22

Fed chair calls US banking system 'sound'

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell made the comment on Wednesday after the Fed raised interest rates 0.25%.
March 22
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell made the comment on Wednesday after the Fed raised interest rates 0.25%.
March 22

DeSantis downplays Trump's nickname, 'just as long as you also call me a winner'

The governor addressed the former president's criticism in a new interview.
March 22
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks to Iowa voters gathered at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, March 10, 2023, in Des Moines, Iowa.

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