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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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  • Trump announces new pick for national security adviser

    President Donald Trump selected former U.S. hostage negotiator Robert C. O'Brien to replace John Bolton.

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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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  • 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

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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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• 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

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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

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  • 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.

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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

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  • 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.

    Sep 16

• Sep 16

  • FiveThirtyEight breaks down latest Dem. presidential candidate poll

    FiveThirtyEight elections analyst Nathaniel Rakich explains the latest polls for the Democratic presidential candidates following the ABC News primary...

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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.

    Sep 15

• Sep 15

  • Cuomo issues emergency executive action to ban flavored e-cigs

    New York Governor Andrew Cuomo on Sunday announced plans to combat the increasing number of youths who vape.

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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

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  • Mayor Pete Buttigieg says debate comments about Afghanistan misconstrued

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

    Sep 15

• Sep 15

  • Sen. Amy Klobuchar says Kavanaugh vetting process 'was a sham'

    Sen. Amy Klobuchar appeared on ABC's "This Week."

    Sep 15