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July 17, 2024 at 11:07 AM

Harris calls Vance 'rubber stamp' for Trump and his 'extreme' agenda

Vice President Kamala Harris in a short video released early Wednesday said former President Donald Trump's new running mate, Sen. J.D. Vance, will be a "rubber stamp."
July 17, 2024 at 11:07 AM
Vice President Kamala Harris waves as she boards Air Force Two to depart on campaign travel to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, U.S., July 13, 2024.
July 16, 2024 at 2:34 PM

Treasury sanctions companies allegedly linked to timeshare fraud by Mexican cartel

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has sanctioned four Mexican companies and three Mexican individuals allegedly linked to timeshare fraud, officials said.
July 16, 2024 at 2:34 PM
Seal of the United States Treasury.
July 13, 2024 at 2:50 PM

John Kirby addresses concerns over Biden’s recent performance

National Security Council spokesman John Kirby spoke about President Biden, the NATO Summit and concerns about the president's recent performance.
July 13, 2024 at 2:50 PM
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with top National Security Adviser John Kirby
July 12, 2024 at 7:38 PM

Biden administration announces funding for new electric vehicle production hubs

Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm discusses the grant that will convert failing auto factories into electric vehicle production facilities and also efforts to stabilize gas prices by the fall.
July 12, 2024 at 7:38 PM
VIDEO: Biden administration announces funding for new electric vehicle production hubs
July 11, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Republicans fail to hold Merrick Garland in inherent contempt over Biden audio files

A Republican congresswoman’s effort to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in inherent contempt failed on Thursday.
July 11, 2024 at 5:00 PM
US Attorney General Merrick Garland delivers remarks during the Commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act at the US Department of Justice on July 9, 2024 in Washington, DC.
July 11, 2024 at 1:39 PM

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.
July 11, 2024 at 1:39 PM
President Joe Biden presents the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Rep. Nancy Pelosi in the East Room of the White House, May 3, 2024.
July 10, 2024 at 1:34 PM

Biden admin to tax foreign-made steel and aluminum imports routed through Mexico

The Biden administration is imposing tariffs on steel and aluminum shipped from Mexico that were made elsewhere
July 10, 2024 at 1:34 PM
President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the 75th anniversary of NATO at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, Tuesday, July 9, 2024, in Washington. The Biden administration is imposing tariffs on steel and aluminum shipped from Mexico that were made elsewhere. It's an attempt to stop China from avoiding import taxes by routing goods through one of the United States’ closest trading partners. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
July 2, 2024 at 11:24 PM

White House announces sale of 1 million barrels of oil

The Biden administration hopes the sale will aid in lowering gas costs for Americans. Chair of the National Council of Economic Advisers, Jared Bernstein joins the show from the White House.
July 2, 2024 at 11:24 PM
VIDEO: White House announces sale of 1 million barrels of oil
July 2, 2024 at 10:54 PM

White House seeks to 'turn the page' after Biden's debate performance

The White House wants to "turn the page" on President Joe Biden's debate performance, which stoked renewed concerns about his age and alarm bells among some Democrats.
July 2, 2024 at 10:54 PM
President Joe Biden speaks during a visit to the D.C. Emergency Operations Center, July 2, 2024, in Washington.
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
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
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.
1 month ago

DOJ declines to prosecute Garland after House Republicans pass contempt resolution

Garland had refused to turn over audio of Biden's special counsel interview.
1 month ago
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.
1 month ago

Inside the historic White House Situation Room

George Stephanopoulos discusses his newest book, "The Situation Room," on “This Week.”
1 month ago
VIDEO: Inside the historic White House Situation Room
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: House approves motion to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Blinken expresses frustration with Hamas' response to Biden's cease-fire proposal
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDOE: Blinken expresses frustration after rejection of cease-fire proposal
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the Prime Osborn Convention Center on May 01, 2024, in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Medical debt and your credit report
1 month ago

‘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.”
1 month ago
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with Alejandro Mayorkas
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Alejandro Mayorkas spoke about the changes to Brad Mielke on ABC’s “Start Here” podcast.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Kelly Magsamen serves as the Chief of Staff to Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin, III.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Alejandro Mayorkas spoke about the changes to Brad Mielke on ABC’s “Start Here” podcast.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: One-on-one with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
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
2 months ago

Defense Secretary Austin resumes duties following medical procedure

Austin to temporarily transfer duties to deputy as he undergoes medical procedure for bladder issue.
2 months ago
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin speaks during a press briefing at the Pentagon, May 20, 2024, in Washington.
2 months 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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to undergo nonsurgical procedure
2 months 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.
2 months ago
A sign displays gas prices at a gas station, on May 21, 2024, in Chicago.
2 months 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.
2 months ago
Attorney General Merrick Garland speaks during a news conference at the Department of Justice headquarters in Washington, D.C., May 23, 2024.
2 months 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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Blinken speaks at House Appropriations Subcommittee hearing on 2025 budget
2 months 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.
2 months 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.
2 months 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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Biden administration raises questions about Netanyahu ICC arrest warrant
2 months 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.
2 months 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.
2 months 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.
2 months ago
Marijuana plants for the adult recreational market are seen inside a greenhouse at Hepworth Farms in Milton, New York, July 15, 2022.
2 months 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.
2 months ago
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2 months ago

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.
2 months 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.