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Secret Service escorts Trump from briefing room
Mnuchin: New jobless aid available within 2 weeks
DC officials condemn 'horrific' mass shootings
Simon Cowell accident renews e-bike concerns
Trump denies WH asked to add him to Mount Rushmore
GOP senator subpoenas FBI over Russia
Trump RNC speech between White House or Gettysburg
5 pandemic relief issues not addressed by Trump
Trump signs 4 executive actions on COVID-19 relief
Formerly incarcerated woman runs for Congress
The former public defender is challenging a 17-year Democratic incumbent.
August 01, 2020
Biden's diversity comments cause turnout worries
Even after an apology, some have concerns about Biden's comments.
August 08, 2020Kahele wins Hawaii Democratic primary for Gabbard's seat
Ron Curtis has won the Republican primary for Hawaii's First Congressional Seat.
August 09, 2020
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Mnuchin says new federal jobless aid will be available from states within 2 weeks
Trump and the White House press secretary have been vague about the timing.
2 hours ago
2 hours ago
Secret Service escorts Trump from briefing room after shooting outside White House
The president was interrupted mid-sentence when an agent whispered to him.
2 hours ago
August 10
Trump says he might accept GOP nomination at 'Great Battlefield of Gettysburg'
That, and a White House option, have raised questions about ethics and optics.
August 10
August 10
Trump discusses accepting GOP nomination at Gettysburg or White House
The president said hosting the speech at the White House would be the least expensive option and that the bill would fall to the government.
August 10
August 10
US-backed Afghan peace talks finally move forward as Trump prepares further drawdown
Taliban-Afghan talks haven't started, but the US says 3,600 more troops to exit.
August 10
August 10
5 pandemic relief issues not addressed by Trump's executive actions
With congressional negotiations on ice, some priorities hang in the balance.
August 10
August 10
Trump denies WH asked about adding him to Mount Rushmore, then calls it a 'good idea'
South Dakota Gov. Noem said it's Trump's "dream" to be added to the monument.
August 10
August 10
Biden VP search: Who’s on the short list?
Experts break down Joe Biden's VP choice, and what he needs to do to bring the party together.
August 10
August 10
Simon Cowell accident renews e-bike safety concerns as sales soar during pandemic
The "America's Got Talent" judge broke his back in several places.
August 10
August 10
The Note: Trump power play collides with GOP’s old principles and new realities
Trump’s unilateral relief orders were issued under questionable legal grounds.
August 10
August 09
Kudlow defends Trump's executive actions against accusations they are ineffective
The WH economic adviser didn't rule out fresh negotiations with Democrats.
August 09
August 09
Schumer denounces 'paltry' and 'unworkable' Trump coronavirus executive actions
Schumer also called for declassifying election interference intelligence.
August 09
August 09
'This Week' Transcript 8-9-20: Senator Chuck Schumer, Larry Kudlow
This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, August 9.
August 09
August 09
Trump signs 4 executive actions on coronavirus relief
The actions were announced at a press conference Saturday afternoon.
August 09
August 08
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer met with Biden amid VP selection process
This is the first known meeting between Biden and a vice presidential contender.
August 08
August 08
After Biden's comments on Black diversity, some worry blunders could impact support
Even after an apology, some have concerns about Biden's comments.
August 08
August 08
Brent Scowcroft, prominent elder statesman, has died
Scowcroft served as national security adviser in Bush and Ford administrations.
August 08
August 08
Trump goes after Biden's religious beliefs, as Biden attacks the president's policies
The debates don't start until September, but already the candidates are getting their jabs in ahead of the conventions.
August 08
August 08
COVID-19 relief bill: Negotiations reach breaking point, Trump plans executive order
Mnuchin said he will recommend Trump take executive action this weekend.
August 08
August 07
At least 6 GOP operatives working to get Kanye West on the 2020 ballot
It raises questions about their motives to put West’s name on the ballot.
August 07
August 07
Sunday on 'This Week': Senator Chuck Schumer, Larry Kudlow
This is a listing for "This Week" airing Sunday, August 9.
August 07
August 07
Russia working to boost Trump's reelection, 'denigrate' Biden: US intelligence report
A top U.S. official released a statement Friday on foreign election meddling.
August 07
August 07
Bureau of Prisons spends nearly $3 million on UV sanitizing gates
The WHO warns against using UV light on humans.
August 07
August 07
Cruise cut short after passenger tests positive for COVID-19
The ship was carrying 63 passengers and crew.
August 07
August 07
Trump can't stop lawsuit by E. Jean Carroll, who accused him of rape: Judge
A New York judge cited a recent Supreme Court ruling.
August 07
August 07
Pelosi says White House declined $2T coronavirus deal
Speaker Nancy Pelosi said the Democratic leaders offered to lower their price from $3.4 trillion to $2 trillion if the administration was willing to raise theirs from $1 trillion to $2 trillion.
August 07
August 07
US sanctions Hong Kong leader, police commissioner, others for crackdown
Like the administration's other sanctions, these are mainly symbolic.
August 07
August 07
House Dems can sue to enforce McGahn subpoena, federal court rules
McGahn was a central figure in the Mueller investigation.
August 07
August 07
Trump-backed Bill Hagerty wins contentious Tennessee Senate primary
Hagerty, with the help of Trump, overcame insurgent momentum to win the race.
August 07
August 07
No agreement reached on COVID-19 relief bill
President Trump said he’ll intervene with executive orders if the House and Senate cannot reach a deal.
August 07
August 07
Experts, scientists confident in vaccine process, despite criticism of 'Warp Speed'
Dr. Anthony Fauci said the agencies aren't cutting any corners on safety.
August 07
August 07
The Note: Biden’s problems talking about race surface again
Running against Trump may change how any Biden missteps are perceived.
August 07
August 07
5 former CDC directors on where US went wrong in its COVID-19 response
"We will recover, but the question is: How long will it take?"
August 07
August 07
Biden faces backlash for comparing diversity in African American, Latino communities
President Trump seized on the comments as "a very insulting statement."
August 07
August 07
Negotiations on brink of collapse with no clear path forward on coronavirus relief
Friday is the self-imposed deadline for an agreement to be reached.
August 07
August 07
Wolf defends feds in Portland protests, rebuffs former Homeland Security leaders
The acting homeland security secretary appeared before a Senate panel Thursday.
August 07
August 07
Army promises changes at Fort Hood following Vanessa Guillen's murder
"We will do everything we can to protect her legacy," said Ryan McCarthy.
August 07
August 06
Denying federal aid to state, local governments could put neediest residents at risk
Republicans and Democrats are split over supplying more COVID-19 relief funds.
August 06
August 06
Trump takes aim at science with string of attacks on doctors, experts: ANALYSIS
Trump says the coronavirus is "going away." Scientists warn it's not.
August 06
August 06
Air Force's new top general makes history as first black to head a military service
Gen. Charles Brown is the new Air Force chief of staff.
August 06
August 06
Who is Val Demings?
Val Demings is a two-term congresswoman from Florida's 10th Congressional District.
August 06
August 06
As COVID spreads through nation's jails and prisons, lawmakers demand transparency
The virus is taking a severe toll on both prisoners and corrections officers.
August 06
August 06
NY Attorney General lawsuit seeks to dissolve National Rifle Association
Letitia James accused the powerful gun lobby of a variety of ‘illegal conduct.’
August 06
August 06
Who is Keisha Lance Bottoms?
Keisha Lance Bottoms is the 60th mayor of Atlanta.
August 06
August 06
The Note: Debate over debates shapes campaign messaging
It's filling a void that might be occupied by actual campaigning.
August 06
August 05
GOP senators back additional airline aid amid coronavirus pandemic
U.S. airlines received $25 billion in payroll assistance in March.
August 05
August 05
On heels of Arizona Senate primary, Martha McSally challenges Mark Kelly to 7 debates
McSally is hoping to win a full term, following her 2018 loss to Sen. Sinema.
August 05
August 05
WH officials signal relief negotiations will end if agreement not reached by Friday
"We will stay here as long as it takes," Senate Minority Leader Schumer said.
August 05
August 05
Can Trump demand payment from Microsoft, TikTok deal? Probably not
President Trump insisted that the U.S. government receive payment for its sale.
August 05
August 05
Court upholds 'public charge' ruling blocking denial of legal status to immigrants
The term "public charge" is given to people who require assistance.
August 05