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  • Defense secretary nominee faces confirmation hearing, 1 day after formal nomination

    Mark Esper was nominated more than 200 days after James Mattis resigned.

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  • Here's how the 2nd 2020 Democratic presidential debates work

    Twenty Democratic contenders will debate over two nights at the end of July.

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  • Transcript: Rep. Seth Moulton's interview on 'The Investigation' podcast

    A transcript of Moulton's interview as it appears in the latest episode.

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  • Democratic presidential candidate says time for impeachment is now

    Moulton said the Mueller Report proves Democrats need to begin their inquiry.

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• Jul 15

  • Where the 2020 candidates fall in latest fundraising period

    Pete Buttigieg brought in $24.8M, Joe Biden $21.5M and Elizabeth Warren $19M.

    Jul 15

• Jul 15

  • In fundraising plea, Delaney says he’s at risk of debate cut. He’s not

    A fundraising email on behalf of the 2020 candidate crossed a harried line.

    Jul 15

• Jul 15

  • 'Do not take the bait': Democratic lawmakers respond to Trump's 'go back' remarks

    President Donald Trump ratcheted up his attacks on Democratic freshman lawmakers

    Jul 15

• Jul 15

  • Fact-checking President Trump's comments about Rep. Omar

    A closer look at President Trump’s comments about Rep. Omar.

    Jul 15

• Jul 15

  • Democratic congresswomen targeted by Trump call for impeachment

    The four representatives spoke out together in response to the president tweeting they should "go back" to where they came from.

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• Jul 15

  • Beto O'Rourke reveals he and his wife are descended from slave owners

    The candidate said ending the legacy of slavery now had a personal connection.

    Jul 15

• Jul 15

  • Trump says comments on Democratic congresswomen are not racist

    When questioned at the White House if his tweets about Democratic congresswomen of color were racist, President Trump replied "no, not at all."

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• Jul 15

  • ICE raids brew fear among immigrant communities across the country

    Immigration attorney Frances Arroyo explains the legality of seeking asylum in America and how the recent crackdown on ICE raids is terrifying...

    Jul 15

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• Jul 15

  • 62 employees, 8 former under investigation for crude online posts: Border officials

    Private Facebook group shared lewd memes targeting Dems, posts mocking migrants.

    Jul 15

• Jul 15

  • Trump facing backlash following criticism of liberal Democrats

    The president said that the Democratic congresswomen should go back to the "broken and crime infested" countries they come from.

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• Jul 15

  • How Trump has pushed the darkness of bigotry in America into the light: OPINION

    It's a continuation of Trump stoking fears of "the other."

    Jul 15

• Jul 15

  • Meghan McCain slams 'cowardice' GOP response to Trump's Democrat congresswomen tweets

    "Someone has to say something other than me and Geraldo [Rivera]," McCain says.

    Jul 15

• Jul 15

  • Joe Biden rolls out expanded Affordable Care Act health plan

    The campaign estimates the plan would cost $750 billion over 10 years.

    Jul 15

• Jul 15

  • Biden, Booker unveil health care plans in Iowa

    Former Vice President Joe Biden's plan draws on former President Barack Obama's Affordable Care Act.

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• Jul 15

  • Trump's tweet hearkens back to traditionally racist language

    ABC News' Byron Pitts discusses the implications of Trump's tweet telling congresswomen to "go back" to where they're from.

    Jul 15

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• Jul 15

  • Trump administration issues new rule on asylum seekers from Central America

    The move will almost certainly be challenged in court.

    Jul 15

• Jul 15

  • The Note: Biden, Sanders spar on health care and party identity

    Joe Biden is set to lay out his health care plan on Monday.

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• Jul 14

  • Trump under fire for telling Democratic congresswomen to 'go back' to their countries

    Pelosi said that the comments “meant to divide our nation.”

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• Jul 14

  • Who's running for president in 2020?

    Declared candidates include Joe Biden, Pete Buttigieg and Steve Bullock.

    Jul 14

• Jul 14

  • Democrats shift leftward on immigration to court progressive wing at candidate forum

    Warren, Castro, Inslee and Gillibrand attend NetRoots Nation annual convention.

    Jul 14

• Jul 14

  • Border conditions are 'because Congress has let it happen': Acting USCIS director

    Acting USCIS Director Ken Cuccinelli appeared on ABC's "This Week" Sunday.

    Jul 14

• Jul 14

  • Billionaire Tom Steyer banks on South Carolina in 1st presidential bid stop

    The billionaire liberal activist jumped into the race Tuesday.

    Jul 14

• Jul 14

  • Deportation raids are about distracting from issues: Amy Klobuchar

    Sen. Amy Klobuchar tells voters she can knows how to work with Republicans.

    Jul 14

• Jul 14

  • 'Let the American people see the facts' on impeachment: Tom Steyer

    Steyer's campaign launch came months after he said he would not run.

    Jul 14

• Jul 14

  • 'This Week' Transcript 7-14-19: Ken Cuccinelli, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Tom Steyer

    This is a rush transcript for "This Week" airing Sunday, July 14.

    Jul 14

• Jul 14

  • Inside 'The Breakfast Club,' a must-do stop for 2020 contenders

    Several of the top 2020 candidates have made appearances on the show.

    Jul 14

• Jul 14

  • Dem presidential candidates react to Trump on ICE raids

    The candidates all came out against the raids on Saturday.

    Jul 14

• Jul 13

  • 2020 'lightning round' with new Democratic candidate Tom Steyer

    During his first tour on the campaign trail, Steyer tells ABC News' Briana Stewart where he stands on key 2020 issues and shares why he's jumping in...

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• Jul 13

  • 50 Years Later: From bras and girdles to a spacesuit fit for the moon

    Playtex's skill with advanced fabrics was perfect for the job.

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• Jul 13

  • Sunday on 'This Week': Ken Cuccinelli, Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Tom Steyer

    This is a listing for "This WeeK" airing Sunday, July 14.

    Jul 13

• Jul 13

  • Progressives to test 2020 Democrats' leftward pull at activists conference

    Warren, Gillibrand, Inslee and Castro head to the NetRoots Nation conference.

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• Jul 12

  • Trump may sign asylum deal with Guatemala that critics call illegal and dangerous

    The agreement would force asylum seekers in the US to be directed to Guatemala

    Jul 12

• Jul 12

  • Mueller's congressional testimony delayed a week

    Congressional Democrats are anxious to hear from the former special counsel.

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• Jul 12

  • Pence brings in cameras to show conditions at border detention centers

    'We are not a terrorist,' one man told the cameras behind a chain-link fence

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• Jul 12

  • Meet Sarah McBride: the transgender activist running for the Delaware State Senate

    If elected to the state senate, McBride would be the first openly transgender senator in her state's history.

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• Jul 12

  • Mesa mayor reacts to Trump's ICE raids

    Mesa, Arizona Mayor John Giles describes how he says his community will be impacted by Trump's ICE raids.

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• Jul 12

  • 2020 candidates Steyer and Inslee talk presidential plans

    On the trail in South Carolina, Steyer explains why it's important to focus on communities besides the 1%, and Jay Inslee discusses the importance of...

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• Jul 12

  • AG opens inquiry into NRA's financial affairs

    News reports have raised questions about the group's spending practices.

    Jul 12

• Jul 12

  • House passes 9/11 victim compensation funding bill by an overwhelming margin

    Comedian Jon Stewart and first responders had made emotional pleas to Congress.

    Jul 12

• Jul 12

  • Democrats testify after visiting migrant camp

    Rep. Ocasio-Cortez said a woman told her a guard said to drink from a toilet.

    Jul 12