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Ariz. governor repeals 1864 abortion ban, but law may still temporarily take effect

The ban can't be rolled back until late this summer but could kick in by June.
18 minutes ago
Members of Arizona for Abortion Access, the ballot initiative to enshrine abortion rights in the Arizona State Constitution, hold a protest condemning Arizona House Republicans and the 1864 abortion ban in Phoenix, AZ, April 17, 2024.
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Biden campaign slams Trump's latest unwillingness to accept results of 2024 election

Trump's push "for revenge ... reigns supreme," Biden's campaign said.
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Former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally on May 01, 2024 in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
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Firefighting foam polluted water with PFAS. Decades later, Pentagon changes course

ABC News got an exclusive look at how the military is limiting PFAS pollution.
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Air Force firefighters are transitioning to a new PFAS-free foam to combat fuel fires, eliminating what had been a key source of chemical contamination in water systems near military installations.
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'Violent protest is not protected,' Biden says of college campus unrest

The president faced pressure from Republicans to step up his response.
2 hours ago
President Joe Biden speaks about the protests over Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, May 2, 2024, in Washington.
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Cross-examination underway for Keith Davidson in Trump's hush money trial

Day six of testimony in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial continues with Keith Davidson's cross-examination.
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VIDEO: Cross-examination underway for Keith Davidson in Trump's hush money trial
3 hours ago

Planned Parenthood doctor discusses latest on Florida abortion ban

Schickler must now tell patients they cannot get an abortion due to new law.
3 hours ago
VIDEO: Florida’s 6-week abortion ban goes into effect
3 hours ago

How college protests are shaping the 2024 election

Prior to Joe Biden's remarks, Donald Trump criticized the president for not doing more to put an end to the protests.
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VIDEO: How college protests are shaping the 2024 election
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US military acknowledges errant drone strike killed civilian, not al-Qaeda leader

U.S. Central Command issued a statement Thursday.
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The seal for the U.S. Central Command is displayed on Feb. 6, 2017, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla.
May 02

Trump refuses to commit to accepting 2024 election results

In a new interview, former President Donald Trump said the potential for political violence depends on the fairness of the election.
May 02
VIDEO: Trump refuses to commit to accepting 2024 election results
May 02

Jury sees contract that barred Stormy Daniels from speaking on alleged Trump affair

The jury also heard about emails and texts indicating the hush money payment was finalized 12 days before the 2016 election.
May 02
VIDEO: Jury sees  contract that barred Stormy Daniels from speaking on alleged Trump affair
May 02

Biden delivers remarks on recent college protests

"Dissent is essential to democracy, but dissent must never lead to disorder or denying the rights of others," Biden said on the recent protests happening on some college campuses across the country.
May 02
VIDEO: Biden delivers remarks on recent college protests
May 02

Ahead of election, Lyft CEO details company's newest efforts to boost voter turnout

A new partnership aims to increase voter turnout by 500,000 new voters by 2028.
May 02
A view of voting booths at a polling station for the New York U.S. Presidential Primary election in the Brooklyn borough of New York, April 2, 2024.
May 02

Members of Congress demand answers on Mario Andretti's rejection from F1

Former F1 world champion Mario Andretti held a press conference with lawmakers Wednesday demanding answers regarding his team's exclusion from races.
May 02
Former F1 world champion Mario Andretti held a press conference with lawmakers Wednesday demanding answers regarding his team's exclusion from races.
May 01

Presidential debate commission sticks to schedule despite Trump's urging

The first general election debate is still set to take place on Sept. 16.
May 01
President Joe Biden and Former President Donald Trump
May 01

Arizona Senate passes repeal of 1864 abortion ban, sending it to governor's desk

Once signed, the legislation won't take effect for several months.
May 01
Members of Arizona for Abortion Access, the ballot initiative to enshrine abortion rights in the Arizona State Constitution, hold a protest condemning Arizona House Republicans and the 1864 abortion ban in Phoenix, AZ, April 17, 2024.
May 01

Biden faces pressure from Republicans to speak out on college protests

Biden will deliver a speech on antisemitism next week, the White House said.
May 01
President Joe Biden speaks before signing a $95 billion Ukraine aid package that also includes support for Israel, Taiwan, and other allies, in the State Dining Room of the White House, April 24, 2024.
May 01

Harris hammers Trump for Fla. abortion ban, warns it will be 'even worse' if he wins

He insists that he wants the issue left to the states after Roe was ended.
May 01
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks about Florida's new 6-week abortion ban during an event, May 1, 2024, in Jacksonville, Fla.
May 01

Georgia governor expands cash bail in controversial reform bill

The bill comes amid ongoing so-called "Cop City" protests.
May 01
In this Jan. 11, 2024, file photo, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp delivers the State of the State speech, in Atlanta.
May 01

Members of Congress, Mario Andretti speak out after Formula One rejection

The letter accuses Formula One Management of possibly violating antitrust laws.
May 01
Formula One racing legend Mario Andretti listens during a news conference at the Capitol in Washington, May 1, 2024.
May 01

House passes GOP antisemitism bill amid college unrest

Many who voted against the bill said it infringes on free speech.
May 01
Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., leaves a meeting of the House Republican Conference at the Capitol Hill Club, April 30, 2024, in Washington.
May 01

'She killed her chances': Kristi Noem's odds dim of being Trump VP pick, sources say

Other insiders suggested South Dakota's governor wasn't really considered.
May 01
(L-R) Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump listens as North Dakota Governor Kristi Noem speaks during a Buckeye Values PAC Rally in Vandalia, Ohio, on March 16, 2024.
May 01

Vice President Harris speaks in Jacksonville as abortion ban takes effect in Florida

"This truly is a healthcare crisis and Donald Trump is the architect," Harris said just as a vote on abortion was happening in Arizona.
May 01
VIDEO: Vice President Harris speaks in Jacksonville as abortion ban takes effect in Florida
May 01

Speaker Mike Johnson not worried about Marjorie Taylor Greene's motion to vacate

Many Republicans told ABC News they are not on board with Greene's effort.
May 01
VIDEO: Speaker Mike Johnson not worried about Marjorie Taylor Greene's motion to vacate
May 01

Trump returns to campaign trail after being held in contempt

The judge fined former President Donald Trump $9,000 for violating his gag order.
May 01
VIDEO: trump trial 11am
May 01

Some Republicans expected to join Ariz. Democrats to pass repeal of 1864 abortion ban

The state Senate takes up the legislation after it was approved by the House.
May 01
People protest after Arizona's Supreme Court revived a law dating to 1864 that bans abortion in virtually all instances, in Peoria, AZ, April 14, 2024.
May 01

Marjorie Taylor Greene says she's moving ahead with effort to oust Speaker Johnson

Her plan seems doomed to fail as Democrats said they would help save Johnson.
May 01
Marjorie Taylor Greene (2nd R) and Thomas Massie (R) hold a press conference  outside the US Capitol in Washington, DC, on May 1, 2024.
May 01

Marjorie Taylor Greene says Johnson’s days as House speaker ‘numbered’

House Democratic leaders say they would save House Speaker Mike Johnson if the motion to vacate is brought to the House floor for a vote.
May 01
VIDEO: capitol hill motion to vacate 9am
May 01

Marjorie Taylor Greene says she's moving ahead with effort to oust Speaker Johnson

The Georgia Republican said in a news conference outside the U.S. Capitol that she will trigger a vote on the House floor next week.
May 01
The Georgia Republican said in a news conference outside the U.S. Capitol that she will trigger a vote on the House floor next week.
May 01

Trump to campaign in 2 battleground states for 1st time since start of trial

Trump will campaign in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and then head to Freeland, Michigan.
May 01
Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in Schnecksville, PA, April 13, 2024.
May 01

Justice Stephen Breyer's blunt message to Supreme Court conservatives: 'Slow down'

The retired liberal justice spoke to ABC News Live Prime.
May 01
Retired Associate Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer sits down with ABC News Senior Washington Reporter Devin Dwyer for a wide-ranging interview on his new book, "Reading the Constitution: Why I Chose Pragmatism, Not Textualism."
April 30

Pres. Biden’s team responds to Trump’s stance on abortion

Spotlighting how the hot-button issue of abortion is playing out on the campaign trail.
April 30
VIDEO: Pres. Biden’s team responds to Trump’s stance on abortion
April 30

DEA plans to back reclassifying marijuana as less serious drug, sources say

It's a historic shift but wouldn't legalize marijuana outright.
April 30
A marijuana plant is visible at Compassionate Care Foundation's medical marijuana dispensary in Egg Harbor Township, N.J.
April 30

Democrats say they'll block GOP-lead efforts to oust Speaker Johnson

Jay O'Brien reports from Capitol Hill, where House Democrats say they'll vote to block any potential motion filed by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson.
April 30
VIDEO: Democrats say they'll block GOP-lead efforts to oust Speaker Johnson
April 30

Netanyahu again vows operation in Rafah, as WH hopes for cease-fire in 'coming days'

John Kirby said the U.S. position on Rafah hasn't changed.
April 30
Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of the State of Israel, speaks in Jerusalem, on April 17, 2024
April 30

Speaker Johnson, Republicans ramp up criticism of 'out of control' college protests

The speaker called on President Biden to speak more forcefully on the issue.
April 30
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) arrives for a news conference on Capitol Hill on April 30, 2024 in Washington, DC.
April 30

Trump details hopes for a 2nd term in Time Magazine interview

The former president expressed his regrets of being “too nice” during his first term, and said he would leave prosecution of women who have abortions for states to decide.
April 30
VIDEO: Trump details hopes for a 2nd term in Time Magazine interview
April 30

Johnson ramps up criticism of 'out of control' college protests

Speaker Mike Johnson denounced the latest developments at Columbia University and called on President Joe Biden to speak more forcefully on the issue.
April 30
Speaker Mike Johnson denounced the latest developments at Columbia University and called on President Joe Biden to speak more forcefully on the issue.
April 30

House Democratic leaders announce they would save Johnson in ouster threat

Democratic leaders said they would vote to table a motion to vacate Johnson.
April 30
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) speaks during a press conference at Columbia University on April 24, 2024 in New York City.
April 30

Trump says 'it depends' if there will be violence if he loses 2024 election to Biden

But, he told Time, he'll "have a big victory" and "there will be no violence."
April 30
Former President Donald Trump sits in the courtroom during his hush money trial at Manhattan criminal court, Apr. 26, 2024, in New York City.
April 30

Americans older than 60 lost $3.4 billion to scams in 2023: FBI

There was a 14% increase in complaints filed by elderly victims, the FBI said.
April 30
In this Feb. 2, 2018 file photo, the Federal Bureau of Investigation seal is displayed outside FBI headquarters in Washington.
April 30

Morehouse not rescinding Biden's commencement invitation amid some criticism

The president's speech "should be about our students," a college official said.
April 30
President Joe Biden speaks to a crowd at the Atlanta University Center Consortium, part of both Morehouse College and Clark Atlanta University on January 11, 2022, in Atlanta.
April 30

Trump tied with Biden in national polls

Former President Donald Trump is also leading in key swing states including Florida, Michigan and Pennsylvania.
April 30
VIDEO: Trump tied with Biden in national polls
April 30

Trump says it's up to states whether they want to prosecute women for abortions

"It's irrelevant whether I'm comfortable or not," he said in a new interview.
April 30
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign event in Schnecksville, Pa., April 13, 2024.
April 30

'Surprising' and 'disturbing': Legal experts react to SCOTUS on Trump immunity case

Experts said whatever the court decides, it is likely to be divided.
April 30
This artist sketch depicts Michael Dreeben, counselor to Special Counsel Jack Smith as he argues before the Supreme Court in Washington, Apr. 25, 2024.
April 29

AI making it easier to carry out chemical, biological, nuclear attacks: DHS

A new report cites a lack of regulations in chemical and biological enforcement.
April 29
A Department of Homeland Security seal on a podium at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) headquarters, Mar. 13, 2024.
April 29

Medal of Honor recipient Col. Ralph Puckett lies in honor in Capitol rotunda

Biden awarded Puckett the Medal of Honor in 2021.
April 29
A U.S. Capitol Police honor guard salutes the cremated remains of retired Army Col. Ralph Puckett Jr. during his congressional tribute in the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol on April 29, 2024 in Washington, DC.
April 29

House Speaker Mike Johnson refuses to step down

Rachel Scott reports on the growing calls within the Republican party for House Speaker Mike Johnson to vacate the speakership. Johnson says he isn't going anywhere.
April 29
VIDEO: House Speaker Mike Johnson refuses to step down
April 29

Trump and DeSantis meet to 'bury the hatchet' after 2024 primary fight: Sources

Real estate investor Steve Witkoff arranged the meeting, a second source said. DeSantis had breakfast with Trump while he was playing golf.
April 29
Real estate investor Steve Witkoff arranged the meeting, a second source said. DeSantis had breakfast with Trump while he was playing golf.
April 29

Kristi Noem defends controversial decision to shoot her dog

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is defending a controversial account she shares in a new book about killing her 14-month-old dog, Cricket, in an incident she said was decades ago.
April 29
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is defending a controversial account she shares in a new book about killing her 14-month-old dog, Cricket, in an incident she said was decades ago.
April 28

Trump and DeSantis meet to 'bury the hatchet' after 2024 primary fight: Sources

Florida's governor has signaled he plans to fundraise for his former rival.
April 28
In this Nov. 3, 2018 file photo Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Ron DeSantis speaks with President Donald Trump at a campaign rally at the Pensacola International Airport  in Pensacola, Fla.

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