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Trump signs 4 executive actions on COVID-19 relief
Biden's diversity comments cause turnout worries
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer met with Biden
Trump finds a foil in science: ANALYSIS
Trump can't stop E. Jean Carroll lawsuit
COVID bill stalls, Trump plans executive order
Here are some terms with racist origins
GOP operatives working to get Kanye West on ballot
Biden faces backlash for diversity comments
5 former CDC directors on COVID-19 response in US
"We will recover, but the question is: How long will it take?"
August 07, 2020
Trump allows some unemployment pay, defers payroll tax
President Donald Trump has issued executive orders to revive an expired unemployment benefit and defer some payroll taxes, contending he must act because lawmakers have failed to agree on a new coronavirus relief package
8/9/2020 12:00:28Portland protesters rally, mayor decries violence
Tear gas was used on protesters Wednesday for the first time since agents left.
August 07, 2020
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Trump signs 4 executive actions on coronavirus relief
The actions were announced at a press conference Saturday afternoon.
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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 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
August 05
Progressive woman ousts Democratic family that held seat for 50 years in St. Louis
Missouri also becomes the 38th state to pass Medicaid expansion.
August 05
August 05
Health care execs have made millions during COVID, more scrutiny needed: Critics
Reports of a possible SEC probe involving Kodak surfaced Tuesday,
August 05
August 05
Biden will no longer travel to DNC to accept Democratic nomination amid pandemic
The Democratic National Convention Committee announced the move in a release.
August 05
August 05
Sen. Tim Kaine ties sexism to 'ambition' criticism of potential VP contenders
Kaine likens scrutiny of VP contenders to attacks of Hillary Clinton in 2016.
August 05
August 05
Sally Yates pushes back on Republicans' attacks on Russia probe origins
She appeared virtually before the Senate Judiciary Committee.
August 05
August 05
In another twist, State Dept.'s acting inspector general resigns amid Pompeo probes
The move comes after he served fewer than three months on the job.
August 05
August 05
China's ambassador to US slams Trump for COVID-19 blame
"As soon as we discovered something, we shared it ... " the ambassador said.
August 05
August 05
Trump campaign, RNC sue Nevada over plan to mail ballots to voters
The president threatened litigation Monday, tweeting, "See you in Court!"
August 05
August 05
Who is Susan Rice?
Susan Rice has worked in the past two Democratic administrations, serving in policymaking positions and as a top adviser.
August 05
August 05
The Note: Streamlined Trump campaign again meets scattershot candidate
It’s a campaign with a streamlined plan of attack against Joe Biden.
August 05
August 05
Biden campaign goes on offense, looks to expand map with $280 million ad buy
$220 million of the total investment will be spent on TV ads airing in 15 states
August 05
August 05
How US Postal Service changes could complicate mail-in voting
President Donald Trump has derided mail-in voting as "fraudulent."
August 05
August 05
Election results: Progressive Cori Bush ousts establishment Democrat Lacy Clay in MO
Arizona, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri and Washington held statewide elections.
August 05