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June 26, 2024 at 8:20 PM

SCOTUS agrees with Biden administration in social media challenge

In a 6-3 ruling, the justices of the Supreme Court rejected a First Amendment challenge regarding social media and the spread of misinformation.
June 26, 2024 at 8:20 PM
VIDEO: SCOTUS agrees with Biden administration in social media challenge
June 26, 2024 at 7:30 PM

Asylum executive action on border decreased encounters by 40%: DHS

Biden administration's asylum executive action decreased encounters by 40%, DHS said.
June 26, 2024 at 7:30 PM
President Joe Biden delivers remarks about student protests over the war in Gaza, from the Roosevelt Room of the White House, May 2, 2024, in Washington.
June 26, 2024 at 3:31 PM

Supreme Court rejects challenge to Biden admin's contact with social media companies

The 6-3 opinion was authored by Justice Amy Coney Barrett. Justices Samuel Alito, Clarence Thomas and Neil Gorsuch dissented.
June 26, 2024 at 3:31 PM
VIDEO: Supreme Court rejects challenge to Biden admin's contact with social media companies
June 24, 2024 at 12:23 PM

Biden campaign marking Dobbs anniversary

On the second anniversary of the Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, The president is hoping to rally support for his campaign, promising to restore access to abortions if he's reelected.
June 24, 2024 at 12:23 PM
VIDEO: Biden campaign marking Dobbs anniversary
June 15, 2024 at 9:30 PM

Harris, Zelenskyy join world leaders to discuss peace plan in Ukraine

Vice President Harris announced another $1.5 billion from USAID for Ukrainian infrastructure and humanitarian needs.
June 15, 2024 at 9:30 PM
US Vice President Kamala Harris is welcomed by Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the Summit on peace in Ukraine, in Stansstad near Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 15, 2024.
June 14, 2024 at 11:05 PM

DOJ declines to prosecute Garland after House Republicans pass contempt resolution

Garland had refused to turn over audio of Biden's special counsel interview.
June 14, 2024 at 11:05 PM
Attorney General Merrick Garland testifies during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on the Department of Justice, on June 4, 2024, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
June 14, 2024 at 8:46 PM

Inside the historic White House Situation Room

George Stephanopoulos discusses his newest book, "The Situation Room," on “This Week.”
June 14, 2024 at 8:46 PM
VIDEO: Inside the historic White House Situation Room
June 12, 2024 at 9:35 PM

House approves motion to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt

The GOP-led motion to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress over his refusal to turn over President Biden’s special counsel interview audio, passed.
June 12, 2024 at 9:35 PM
VIDEO: House approves motion to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt
June 12, 2024 at 7:05 PM

Blinken expresses frustration with Hamas' response to Biden's cease-fire proposal

The U.S. secretary of state said government officials around the world want a negotiated solution to the conflict.
June 12, 2024 at 7:05 PM
VIDEO: Blinken expresses frustration with Hamas' response to Biden's cease-fire proposal
June 12, 2024 at 4:39 PM

Blinken expresses frustration after rejection of cease-fire proposal

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said reaching a deal is "the fastest way to end the suffering" in Gaza.
June 12, 2024 at 4:39 PM
VIDOE: Blinken expresses frustration after rejection of cease-fire proposal
June 12, 2024 at 1:02 AM

In sweeping change, Biden administration to ban medical debt from credit reports

The rule could go into effect sometime next year, CFPB Director Rohit Chopra told ABC News in an exclusive interview ahead of the policy announcement.
June 12, 2024 at 1:02 AM
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the Prime Osborn Convention Center on May 01, 2024, in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
June 11, 2024 at 3:03 PM

Medical debt and your credit report

ABC News' Elizabeth Schulze details the proposal that could help boost credit scores by removing one category of debt from the equation.
June 11, 2024 at 3:03 PM
VIDEO: Medical debt and your credit report
June 9, 2024 at 8:21 PM

‘We stand by the legality of what we have done’: Mayorkas on new Biden border rule

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz interviews Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on “This Week.”
June 9, 2024 at 8:21 PM
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with Alejandro Mayorkas
June 6, 2024 at 4:10 PM

Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas speaks on executive action restricting asylum

Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas discussed President Biden's proclamation to suspend and limit entry of individuals at the southern border.
June 6, 2024 at 4:10 PM
Alejandro Mayorkas spoke about the changes to Brad Mielke on ABC’s “Start Here” podcast.
June 5, 2024 at 8:51 PM

Defense Secretary Austin's chief of staff steps down

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s chief of staff is stepping down, several months after being criticized for not telling the White House Austin was in the hospital.
June 5, 2024 at 8:51 PM
Kelly Magsamen serves as the Chief of Staff to Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin, III.
June 5, 2024 at 6:04 PM

DHS Secretary Mayorkas explains Biden's executive action on immigration

Alejandro Mayorkas spoke about the changes to Brad Mielke on ABC News' “Start Here” podcast.
June 5, 2024 at 6:04 PM
Alejandro Mayorkas spoke about the changes to Brad Mielke on ABC’s “Start Here” podcast.
June 5, 2024 at 3:05 PM

One-on-one with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan

The White House National Security adviser joins us from France, where President Joe Biden is attending events marking the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day invasion at Normandy.
June 5, 2024 at 3:05 PM
VIDEO: One-on-one with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan
June 5, 2024 at 10:04 AM

Biden to sign executive order on immigration as early as this week: Sources

The executive order would limit the number of migrants that would be allowed to claim asylum at the southern U.S. border.
June 5, 2024 at 10:04 AM
President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the Middle East in the State Dining room at the White House in Washington, May 31, 2024.
1 month ago

Heated exchange between AG Garland and Rep. Matt Gaetz

Gaetz pressed the attorney general about the Justice Department's interactions with the offices of Manhattan District Attorney in their investigation of Donald Trump which led to his conviction.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Heated exchange between Garland and Rep. Matt Gaetz
1 month ago

AG Garland defends Justice Department in testimony

Attorney General Merrick Garland faced questions from lawmakers and defended the Justice Department from attacks. ABC News' Jay O'Brien gives his analysis.
1 month ago
VIDEO: AG Garland defends Justice Department in testimony
1 month ago

AG Merrick Garland testifies before House Judiciary Committee

Attorney General Merrick Garland is testifying before the House Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill. ABC News' Jay O'Brien reports.
1 month ago
VIDEO: AG Merrick Garland testifies before House Judiciary Committee
1 month ago

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin meets with Zelenskyy

The Pentagon says that the U.S. Defense secretary reiterated the U.S.'s unwavering support for Ukraine during a security summit in Singapore.
1 month ago
VIDEO: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin meets with Zelenskyy
1 month ago

Defense Secretary Austin resumes duties following medical procedure

Austin to temporarily transfer duties to deputy as he undergoes medical procedure for bladder issue.
1 month ago
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin speaks during a press briefing at the Pentagon, May 20, 2024, in Washington.
1 month ago

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to undergo nonsurgical procedure

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin will temporarily transfer authority to his deputy for a scheduled medical procedure on Friday evening, as confirmed by his spokesperson.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to undergo nonsurgical procedure
1 month ago

The Biden administration is releasing gasoline reserves. Will it lower prices?

White House will release 1 million barrels as drivers hit the road this summer.
1 month ago
A sign displays gas prices at a gas station, on May 21, 2024, in Chicago.
1 month ago

Garland: Trump claim of DOJ, FBI plan to possibly assassinate him at MAL 'dangerous'

The attorney general noted the FBI had a similar policy about the use of deadly force during a search of President Joe Biden's Delaware home Biden a few months later.
1 month ago
Attorney General Merrick Garland speaks during a news conference at the Department of Justice headquarters in Washington, D.C., May 23, 2024.
1 month ago

Blinken speaks at House Appropriations Subcommittee hearing on 2025 budget

Some House Republicans expressed deep disagreements with how the Biden administration has handled the Israel-Hamas war.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Blinken speaks at House Appropriations Subcommittee hearing on 2025 budget
1 month ago

Blinken calls ICC warrants 'wrongheaded,' says they complicate efforts for cease-fire

Blinken said the ICC prosecutor's actions make a "shameful equivalence" between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.
1 month ago
Secretary of State Antony Blinken takes his seat for the Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing on the State Department's FY2025 budget request, May 21, 2024.
1 month ago

Biden administration raises questions about Netanyahu ICC arrest warrant

The Biden administration raised concerns about the International Criminal Court prosecutor's request an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Biden administration raises questions about Netanyahu ICC arrest warrant
1 month ago

Biden administration aims to expedite migrant asylum claims from years to months

The Biden administration on Thursday announced a new process to adjudicate immigration cases for those who recently entered the U.S. without authorization.
1 month ago
Migrants line up to be transferred by US Border Patrol after having crossed the Bravo River in El Paso, Texas, as seen from Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua State, Mexico, on April 18, 2024.
1 month ago

DOJ releases proposed rule to reclassify marijuana

The Biden administration announced Thursday that it's officially moving with a proposal to reschedule marijuana from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3.
1 month ago
Marijuana plants for the adult recreational market are seen inside a greenhouse at Hepworth Farms in Milton, New York, July 15, 2022.
1 month ago

White House moves forward with $1B weapons deal with Israel

This move comes one week after the Biden administration said it would temporarily block the delivery of bombs that could be used in Rafah.
1 month ago
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Blinken promises US arms on the way, says allies won't leave Ukraine's side

He said American arms are on the way amid a Russian eastern offensive.
1 month ago
In this photo provided by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Office, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, left, greets U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, right, prior to their meeting in Kyiv, Ukraine, May 14, 2024.
2 months ago

New Title IX rules intensify fight over transgender youth restrictions in schools

Several states are rallying against new federal Title IX regulations announced by the Biden administration that codify protections for transgender people in schools.
2 months ago
President Joe Biden speaks in Washington, DC, on April 12, 2024.
2 months ago

Blinken publicly reaffirms American support of Ukraine

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is back in Ukraine as the Russian offensive pushes closer to the country’s second largest city in the northeast.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Blinken publicly reaffirms American support of Ukraine
2 months ago

Blinken arrives in Ukraine

Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Kyiv in the highest level U.S. visit for six months and the first since the $61 billion aid package was passed by Congress.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Blinken arrives in Ukraine
2 months ago

Biden expected to quadruple tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles: Source

President Biden is expected to quadruple tariffs on electric vehicles from China in an announcement Tuesday, according to a source familiar with the decision.
2 months ago
PHOTO: President Joe Biden speaks during a visit to General Motors' Factory ZERO all-electric vehicle assembly plant in Detroit, Nov. 17, 2021.
2 months ago

Inside the White House Situation Room

George Stephanopoulos goes inside the newly renovated Situation Room, which was revealed last fall after undergoing a $50 million makeover to keep up with changing technology.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Inside the White House Situation Room
2 months ago

Biden’s threat to withhold weapons tells allies ‘you can’t count on the US’: McCaul

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz interviews Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Texas, on “This Week.”
2 months ago
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with Rep. Michael McCaul
2 months ago

US doesn't have 'complete' info to say whether Israel broke law with American arms

The Biden administration, in a new report, said it could not compile enough evidence to prove that Israel used U.S.-supplied arms in violation of international law.
2 months ago
A man stands before a charred building that is still on fire in the Zaytoun neighborhood of Gaza City on May 9, 2024.
2 months ago

Biden administration steps up pressure on Israel as Rafah assault intensifies

U.S. officials fear Israel's invasion could derail cease-fire talks.
2 months ago
This handout picture released by the Israeli army shows the 401st Brigade's combat team tanks entering the Palestinian side of the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt in the southern Gaza Strip, on May 7, 2024.
2 months ago

US withheld bomb shipment to Israel out of fears it could be used in Rafah

The Biden administration delayed the shipment of some 3,500 bombs to Israel that U.S. officials worried could be used in Rafah, an official tells ABC News.
2 months ago
Smoke rises following Israeli air strikes on Al-Jeneina and Al-Salam neighbourhoods in Rafah, on May 8, 2024.
2 months ago

TikTok sues federal government over potential US ban

TikTok and its owners ByteDance filed a lawsuit against the federal government Tuesday over its potential ban of the app in the United States.
2 months ago
In this photo illustration logo of TikTok is displayed on a mobile phone screen in front of The Capitol Building in Washington DC, April 20, 2024.
2 months ago

Biden gives Presidential Medal of Freedom to Nancy Pelosi, Michelle Yeoh and more

President Biden honored 19 people with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, including Nancy Pelosi, Al Gore, Michelle Yeoh, Katie Ledecky and more.
2 months ago
President Joe Biden presents the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Rep. Nancy Pelosi in the East Room of the White House, May 3, 2024.
2 months ago

Biden admin will expand health care coverage for immigrants protected under DACA

The Biden administration has finalized plans to expand Obamacare health insurance for people under DACA
2 months ago
Participant holds a protest sign at a rally as immigration advocates and allies gathered at Battery Park, New York City, on Oct. 26, 2019.
2 months ago

Biden administration moves to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug

The Drug Enforcement Administration supports the recommendation to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug on par with ketamine, steroids and testosterone, sources told ABC News.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Biden administration moves to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug
2 months ago

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

The DEA is planning to recommend reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, moving it from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3, sources told ABC News
2 months ago
A marijuana plant is visible at Compassionate Care Foundation's medical marijuana dispensary in Egg Harbor Township, N.J.
2 months ago

Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with President Xi of China

Antony Blinken met with President Xi of China on Friday following a meeting with Foreign Minister Wang Yi, according to the U.S. State Department.
2 months ago
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with China's Minister of Public Security Wang Xiaohong at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, Friday, April 26, 2024, in Beijing, China. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, Pool)
2 months ago

Biden administration sets new airline rules over refunds for canceled flights

Passengers will soon be entitled to automatic cash refunds for any flight cancellation or delays of more than three hours for domestic and six hours for international flights.
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Biden administration takes action to protect airline customers

Passengers must now get automatic cash refunds when a flight is canceled for any reason, if domestic flights are delayed by more than three hours or more than six hours for international flights.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Biden administration takes action to protect airline customers