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• Jul 23

  • Trump continues attacks, prolonging fight against AOC and 'The Squad'

    The president claimed he'll win Omar's home state of Minnesota in 2020.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Behind the scenes with Beto O'Rourke on Ellis Island

    Beto O'Rourke takes aim at President Trump on Ellis Island visit.

    Jul 23

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• Jul 23

  • A look at Trump's relentless mudslinging at Mueller

    Trump has attacked Muller and the Russian investigation for more than two years.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • 'I never believed I would die in prison': Inmate released under 'First Step Act'

    Robert Shipp, 46, is now a free man thanks to the "First Step Act."

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Top House Democrat on questions he plans to ask Mueller during testimony

    On "The Investigation," Rep. David Cicilline, D-R.I., one of the House Judiciary members, says Mueller's testimony is "not going to be exciting but I...

    Jul 23

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• Jul 23

  • Mark Esper sworn in as defense secretary, hours after confirmation vote

    The job had been filled by an "acting" since James Mattis resigned 7 months ago.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Senate votes to make 9/11 fund permanent as first responders, Jon Stewart look on

    The measure compensates first responders who got sick after the 2001 attacks.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Former Mueller chief of staff to be his counsel for congressional testimony

    Robert Mueller asked that his chief of staff, Aaron Zebley, be sworn in.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Trump sues House Committee, NY AG, in ongoing effort to block access to his taxes

    President Trump filed a lawsuit to stop a House committee from viewing his taxes

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Wray says law enforcement line of duty deaths are a crisis

    FBI Director makes emotional appeal for Americans to recognize policing dangers.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Fmr. FBI deputy director on what to expect for Mueller testimony

    John Pistole comments on what he expects his friend Robert Mueller to say during his scheduled hearing in D.C. Wednesday morning.

    Jul 23

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• Jul 23

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• Jul 23

  • Man who served 25 years in prison freed under First Step Act speaks

    At 20 years old, Robert Shipp was sentenced to life in prison on non-violent drug charges; a prison reform advocate explains the importance of...

    Jul 23

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• Jul 23

  • Senate makes 9/11 victims compensation fund permanent

    Almost every senator voted in favor of the bill with only Rand Paul and Mike Lee voting against it.

    Jul 23

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• Jul 23

  • Brantley Gilbert talks about parenting

    Brantley Gilbert talks about parenting his 20-month-old son Barrett, and the upcoming birth of his daughter, who's set to arrive in September.

    Jul 23

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• Jul 23

  • Trump attacks Mueller's investigation on eve of his testimony to Congress

    The president lashed out at Mueller in a speech to high school students.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • O’Rourke doubles down on Trump's North Carolina rally critique

    “We all have to take accountability for our actions," O'Rourke said.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Gold star dad tells Trump to go to Arlington for 'proof of multiracial democracy'

    Khizr Khan is the father of a U.S. Army captain who was killed in Iraq.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Mueller testimony expected to heighten scrutiny of Attorney General Barr

    Barr has distanced himself from some of Mueller's legal analyses.

    Jul 23

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• Jul 23

  • Senate confirms Mark Esper as defense secretary

    The Senate on Tuesday voted to confirm Mark Esper as the next defense secretary, the first permanent leader the Pentagon has had since James Mattis...

    Jul 23

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• Jul 23

  • Democrats, Republicans prepare for 'reticent' witness Robert Mueller

    Each party is looking to capitalize his testimony for political advantage.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Trump's effort to deport families falls far short of his predictions

    He has struggled to expel as many immigrants as President Barack Obama.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • The Russia probe: A timeline from Moscow to Mueller

    A look at every major step in the Russia investigation, chronologically.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • New Trump administration proposal would cut roughly 3 million people off food stamps

    The administration claims the rule change would save $2.5 billion a year.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Rep. Ilhan Omar on double standard of Muslims in politics

    The Minnesota congresswoman responded to a question asking Rep. Omar and Michigan congresswoman Rashida Tlaib to condemn female genital mutilation.

    Jul 23

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• Jul 23

  • Officer fired for suggesting AOC should be shot

    A Louisiana police officer who reportedly posted on Facebook that Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a "vile idiot" who "needs a round" has been fired.

    Jul 23

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• Jul 23

  • The Note: Mueller highlights moment of truth for impeachment push

    Mueller's testimony comes at a moment of truth for Trump's potential impeachment

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Joe Biden unveils criminal justice plan, defends record in Senate

    Former Vice President Joe Biden rolled out his criminal justice plan Tuesday.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Kamala Harris pushes new bill to decriminalize marijuana nationwide

    The California senator previously opposed marijuana decriminalization.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Key questions Mueller could face when he testifies this week

    The reticent former special counsel is set to testify on Wednesday.

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Transcript: Rep. David Cicilline's interview on 'The Investigation' podcast

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

    Jul 23

• Jul 23

  • Top House Democrat says Mueller testimony will be 'deadly serious'

    Rep. David Cicilline doesn't expect Mueller to reveal new information.

    Jul 23

• Jul 22

  • Beto O'Rourke visits historic Ellis Island for 1st time

    O'Rourke visited the landmark alongside his wife Amy, using his time on the island to condemn President Donald Trump's recently inflammatory remarks...

    Jul 22

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• Jul 22

  • Police officer fired after allegedly suggesting AOC should be shot in Facebook post

    “This vile idiot needs a round,” a Louisiana police officer reportedly posted.

    Jul 22

• Jul 22

  • Trump announces budget deal reached with Congress

    Trump said a deal had been struck on a two-year budget and the debt ceiling.

    Jul 22

• Jul 22

  • In western Iowa, some voters are taking a look at Biden, but aren’t ready to buy

    “It’s like trying to pick a favorite child,” Amy Haskins said.

    Jul 22

• Jul 22

  • Trump says he could win Afghan war 'in a week'

    President Trump met with Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan in the Oval Office Monday to discuss ending the lengthy war in Afghanistan.

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• Jul 22

  • Vice President Pence canceled visit to NH rehab linked to drug dealer investigation

    The cancellation of Pence's trip sparked fevered speculation across Washington.

    Jul 22

• Jul 22

  • Former New York council speaker speaks out on Puerto Rico's governor

    Latino Victory Project President Melissa Mark-Viverito discusses how hundreds of thousands of Puerto Ricans are coming together to demand Governor...

    Jul 22

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• Jul 22

  • Equifax reaches $700 million data breach settlement

    At least 150 million Americans were impacted by the 2017 data breach.

    Jul 22

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• Jul 22

  • Trump met with retired NFL player to discuss 'black America'

    Trump also took the unusual step of intervening in rapper A$AP Rocky's case.

    Jul 22

• Jul 22

  • Trump continues targeting Omar, Ocasio-Cortez, calling them 'very racist'

    Trump criticism of the Democratic lawmakers comes amid charges he is racist.

    Jul 22

• Jul 22

  • Trump concedes he may watch Mueller testimony, but just 'a little bit'

    Former special counsel Robert Mueller is scheduled to testify on Wednesday.

    Jul 22

• Jul 22

  • Trump says he could win Afghanistan war in a week

    President Trump said Monday he could win the war in Afghanistan but doesn't want to "kill 10 million people."

    Jul 22

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• Jul 22

  • Trump says he could win war in Afghanistan but doesn't want to kill millions

    Trump met with Pakistan's prime minister at the White House on Monday.

    Jul 22

• Jul 22

  • 2020 presidential candidate Rep. Tulsi Gabbard criticized Trump on The View

    Rep. Tulsi Gabbard appears on "The View" following a recent trip to Puerto Rico.

    Jul 22

• Jul 22

  • Trump pays respects to Justice Stevens lying in repose at Supreme Court

    Justice Stevens died last week at the age of 99.

    Jul 22

• Jul 22

  • Trump pays respects to Justice John Paul Stevens

    President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump on Monday paid their respects to the late Justice John Paul Stevens who died last week at the age...

    Jul 22

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