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  • Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich released after Trump commutes his sentence

    Blagojevich was expected to be released in 2024.

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• 48m ago

  • Democrats will get their first chance to challenge Michael Bloomberg at next debate

    The former mayor of New York has been criticized for buying his way into the election.

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• 57m ago

  • President Trump grants 7 pardons and 4 sentence commutations

    This all comes two days before the sentencing of Trump ally Roger Stone, whose reduced sentencing recommendation by the Justice Department last week...

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• 2h ago

  • Pete Buttigieg overstated pledges of support from black leaders, public figures

    Polls show he faces an ongoing challenge finding support from voters of color.

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• 3h ago

  • Women running for public office can now borrow clothes for free with this new program

    It’s part of M.M.LaFleur's mission to "take the work out of dressing for work."

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• Feb 18

  • US forces 5 Chinese media outlets to register as foreign missions

    The designation was similarly used for Cold War-era Soviet outlets like Pravda.

    Feb 18

• Feb 18

  • Trump maintains online criticism of Stone case, despite AG Barr's plea to stop

    In one tweet, the president said he hasn't ruled out legal action.

    Feb 18

• Feb 18

  • Trump announces pardons for several high-profile individuals

    Former NYC police commissioner Bernie Kerik was among those receiving pardons.

    Feb 18

• Feb 18

  • Trump grants clemency to Rod Blagojevich, Michael Milken and Bernard Kerik

    Blagojevich was convicted in 2011 by a federal jury in Chicago, Kerik was convicted on multiple counts of tax fraud and obstruction and Milken was...

    Feb 18

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• Feb 18

  • US sanctions Russian oil firm for facilitating Venezuela exports, increasing pressure

    It's a significant step, but Nicolás Maduro shows no signs of leaving power.

    Feb 18

• Feb 18

  • Representative arrested for money fraud, had gambling debts

    David Nangle frequented casinos throughout New England.

    Feb 18

• Feb 18

  • Michael Bloomberg qualifies for Democratic debate, showdown looms

    Bloomberg was polling nationally at 19% meeting the threshold set by Democrats.

    Feb 18

• Feb 18

  • White House Correspondents' Dinner welcomes back comedy

    "I’d argue that humor is more important now than ever," ABC News' Jon Karl said.

    Feb 18

• Feb 18

  • The Note: Focus on Bloomberg could widen opening for Sanders

    Iowa and New Hampshire didn't streamline the race. The week after hasn’t helped.

    Feb 18

• Feb 18

  • John Bolton criticizes White House 'censorship' ahead of his planned book release

    Bolton spoke out Monday for the first time since the impeachment trial ended.

    Feb 18

• Feb 17

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• Feb 17

  • Growing outrage directed at Attorney General William Barr

    More than 2,000 former Department of Justice officials have publicly called for Barr’s resignation after the DOJ’s reversal on sentencing for Trump...

    Feb 17

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• Feb 17

  • 7 things to know about the Nevada caucuses

    Unlike Iowa, Nevada allows for early voting and 36 Democratic delegates are at stake.

    Feb 17

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• Feb 17

  • More than 2,000 former DOJ officials call on Attorney General William Barr to resign

    Last week Barr told ABC News, Trump's tweets make doing his job "impossible."

    Feb 17

• Feb 17

  • Abrams 'absolutely' wants to run for president, but says she'd accept VP slot in 2020

    The former Georgia lawmaker opted against endorsing a candidate this cycle.

    Feb 17

• Feb 17

  • Top Democratic candidates prepare for debate and Nevada caucuses

    The candidates took aim at each other but all were united in attacking Michael Bloomberg who they accuse of trying to buy the nomination. ABC News’...

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• Feb 17

  • Bloomberg continues to confront stop and frisk legacy

    The former New York City mayor apologized for the practice again Saturday.

    Feb 17

• Feb 16

  • Sanders: Bloomberg is attempting to 'buy the presidency'

    The Vermont senator also criticized Biden and Buttigieg for their fundraising.

    Feb 16

• Feb 16

  • President Trump takes lap at Daytona 500 in 'the beast'

    The president acted as the Grand Marshal at the race.

    Feb 16

• Feb 16

  • Some black voters consider other front-runners as Biden looks to South Carolina

    S.C. lawmakers say the former vice president may have "sat on a victory."

    Feb 16

• Feb 16

  • Tom Steyer banking on strong showing in Nevada, South Carolina

    The California billionaire joined ABC's "This Week" on Sunday.

    Feb 16

• Feb 16

  • 'I need people to get to know me': Sen. Klobuchar on growing minority support

    Klobuchar is busy campaigning in Las Vegas ahead of the caucuses.

    Feb 16

• Feb 16

  • 'This Week' Transcript 2-16-20: Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Tom Steyer

    This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, February 16.

    Feb 16

• Feb 15

  • DNC unveils qualifications for last Democratic debate ahead of SC primary

    It is also the final debate before the candidates compete on Super Tuesday.

    Feb 15

• Feb 15

  • Pompeo makes 1st trip to Africa in bid to reassert US as leading partner

    The secretary of state will visit Senegal, Angola and Ethiopia.

    Feb 15

• Feb 15

  • Why Sen. Bernie Sanders' surge worries some moderate Democrats

    There's concern his socialist proposals could turn off independent voters.

    Feb 15

• Feb 14

  • Trump administration to deploy specialized Border Patrol agents to sanctuary cities

    Elite border agents will be sent to cities including New York and Chicago.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe won't be charged, Justice Department says

    A target of President Trump, McCabe was fired from the FBI in March 2018.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • Justice Department reviewing handling of Michael Flynn case: Source

    The former national security adviser pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

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

    This is a listing for "This Week" airing Sunday, February 16.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • CNN, Univision to host March Democratic debate in Arizona, a 2020 battleground

    The 11th Democratic debate will be held two days before the state's primary.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • AG Barr complained privately to President Trump 'for weeks' about tweets, source says

    Barr broke his silence Thursday in an interview with ABC News.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • US, Taliban reach agreement to reduce violence, opening door to troop withdrawal deal

    It could open the door to a historic agreement, if the Taliban follows through.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • Trump's State of the Union guest given scholarship already attends desirable school

    The Philadelphia charter school is run independently and is tuition-free.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • Melania Trump helps ill children craft special valentines

    This is third year Trump has visited the Children's Inn in Maryland on Feb. 14.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • Young, black, female cartoonist speaks about diversity through her art

    She is the first black female cartoonist published in The New Yorker.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • A timeline of the extraordinary turn of events in the Roger Stone case

    All four government prosecutors in Stone's case withdrew in protest.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • Despite Barr's warning, Trump insists he has a right to intervene in criminal cases

    The president on Friday responded to Barr's comments in an ABC News interview.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

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• Feb 14

  • Bloomberg now endorsed by more than 100 mayors, including a former Biden supporter

    Don Hardy said he initially supported Biden but likes what Bloomberg has to say.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • The Note: Bloomberg spends and hacks his way into campaign conversation

    Bloomberg is looming large in ways that his bank account only begins to reflect.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • Lawmakers, experts warn of potential arms race as nuclear treaty's end date nears

    The New START Treaty is set to expire Feb. 5, 2021.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • K2 veterans demand investigation into deadly exposure: 'Congress needs to act'

    Documents show the Defense Department was aware of radioactive uranium on base.

    Feb 14

• Feb 14

  • Mike Bloomberg's philanthropy pays dividends with emerging political network

    He has donated hundreds of millions for political and philanthropic causes.

    Feb 14

• Feb 13

  • Transcript of Attorney General Bill Barr's exclusive interview with ABC News

    Barr spoke with ABC News Chief Justice Correspondent Pierre Thomas.

    Feb 13