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Oct 23, 3:50 PM ET
Elizabeth Warren calls for 'everyone in America' to support Chicago teachers strike
Sen. Elizabeth Warren lent her voice to the crowd of teachers striking in Chicago today, supporting them in their ongoing efforts to demand changes.
Oct 23, 3:50 PM ET
Oct 22, 5:17 PM ET
Elizabeth Warren joins Chicago teachers strike
Warren’s appearance in Chicago comes as the strike reaches its sixth day, the third school day teachers weren't in classrooms.
Oct 22, 5:17 PM ET
Oct 22, 3:15 PM ET
Schumer: Democrats will try to overturn tax deduction cap
Senate Democrats are attempting to overturn a cap on state and local tax deductions
Oct 22, 3:15 PM ET
Oct 22, 11:00 AM ET
Julián Castro makes a fundraising plea to keep his 2020 race alive
Julián Castro took to Twitter on Monday to make a plea for $800,000 in an attempt to qualify for the fifth Democratic debate in November.
Oct 22, 11:00 AM ET
Oct 21, 9:37 PM ET
Hillary Clinton says Russians are ‘grooming’ a 2020 candidate for third-party run
Hillary Clinton, without naming names -- and just ahead of the debate -- said that a female 2020 candidate is a “favorite of the Russians”.
Oct 21, 9:37 PM ET
Oct 21, 9:21 PM ET
Klobuchar tries to turn debate spotlight into momentum
Sen. Amy Klobuchar is looking to turn a strong debate performance during which she clashed with Sen. Elizabeth Warren over health care into lasting momentum in Iowa and New Hampshire
Oct 21, 9:21 PM ET
Oct 21, 7:28 PM ET
Castro says he needs $800,000 in 10 days or campaign is over
Former Housing Secretary Julián Castro says he needs to raise $800,000 in the next 10 days or he'll drop out of the presidential race
Oct 21, 7:28 PM ET
Oct 21, 11:04 AM ET
Elizabeth Warren gets taste of what it really means to be a front-runner
Elizabeth Warren is climbing in the polls as a 2020 front-runner, but many voters still don't think she's the best choice to beat Trump. Why?
Oct 21, 11:04 AM ET
Oct 20, 11:32 PM ET
Elizabeth Warren to release long-sought-after plan to fund Medicare for All
The 2020 Democratic hopeful has yet to answer whether or not taxes would go up for the middle class if the single-payer health care plan is enacted.
Oct 20, 11:32 PM ET
Oct 20, 1:36 PM ET
Sen. Bernie Sanders returns to campaign trail after heart attack
The Democratic hopeful held a massive rally in New York and picked up an endorsement from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Oct 20, 1:36 PM ET
Oct 20, 1:05 AM ET
Tulsi Gabbard elevated in Iowa by Clinton spat
Gabbard found fans among the many Clinton skeptics across Iowa.
Oct 20, 1:05 AM ET
Oct 19, 3:34 PM ET
The Week in Politics: Democrats debate and the White House on the defensive
ABC Political Director Rick Klein on the week in politics: The debate, the Bidens and quid pro quo.
Oct 19, 3:34 PM ET
Oct 18, 4:55 PM ET
With Warren's rise, Biden faces Dems' anxiety about 2020 bid
Some establishment Democrats are worried about their dueling front-runners.
Oct 18, 4:55 PM ET
Oct 17, 6:01 PM ET
Elizabeth Warren pressed on Medicare-for-all plan during debate
She was the target of the night as new national polls showed her leading the pack of 12 Democratic candidates.
Oct 17, 6:01 PM ET
Oct 17, 12:40 PM ET
Klobuchar raised $1.1M for presidential campaign post-debate
Sen. Amy Klobuchar says she raised $1.1 million for her 2020 presidential campaign in the 24 hours following this week's Democratic debate
Oct 17, 12:40 PM ET
Oct 17, 12:39 AM ET
Security risk versus access: DNC committee divided on whether to approve Alaska mobile voting plan
Despite a recommendation from its technology teams to scrap it, DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee members are split over whether to approve Alaska's mobile voting plan.
Oct 17, 12:39 AM ET
Oct 17, 12:01 AM ET
Democrats walk out of Syria meeting with Trump
Democratic congressional leaders said they walked out of a briefing with Donald Trump after hearing little but insults from the president.
Oct 17, 12:01 AM ET
Oct 16, 10:11 PM ET
Biden, most 2020 Democrats see red in 3rd quarter money race
Former Vice President Joe Biden, who outspent the amount he raised, which was about $6 million less than what he brought in last quarter.
Oct 16, 10:11 PM ET
Oct 16, 7:08 PM ET
Candidates in their own words
The 2020 Democratic presidential hopefuls make their case on the campaign trail ahead of the latest debate.
Oct 16, 7:08 PM ET
Oct 16, 7:08 PM ET
2020 Democratic candidates on the trail
Hear the presidential hopefuls candidates speak at recent events leading up to the fourth debate.
Oct 16, 7:08 PM ET
Oct 16, 6:09 PM ET
Warren takes fresh heat in scattered Democratic debate: Analysis
Former Vice President Joe Biden mostly attracted little criticism.
Oct 16, 6:09 PM ET
Oct 16, 5:32 PM ET
4th Democratic presidential debate held in Ohio
A look at the big topics covered at the debate and the most interesting exchanges.
Oct 16, 5:32 PM ET
Oct 16, 5:15 PM ET
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to endorse Bernie Sanders
The news comes as Sanders seeks to reinvigorate his campaign in the aftermath of a heart attack and slipping poll numbers.
Oct 16, 5:15 PM ET
Oct 16, 3:30 PM ET
5 major moments Elizabeth Warren fended off attacks at 4th Democratic debate
The senator faced attacks from Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Yang and Klobuchar.
Oct 16, 3:30 PM ET
Oct 16, 3:21 PM ET
Sen. Elizabeth Warren assailed by rivals in 4th Democratic debate
One month after the last Democratic primary debate, the presidential contenders are in Westerville, Ohio on Tuesday for the fourth primary matchup of the season.
Oct 16, 3:21 PM ET
Oct 16, 3:21 PM ET
5 key takeaways from the 4th Democratic debate
The 12 candidates opened by discussing impeachment, debated health care, tried to stand out from the pack and Sen. Elizabeth Warren faced the scrutiny of a front-runner.
Oct 16, 3:21 PM ET
Oct 16, 12:43 PM ET
Looking ahead to the Democratic Presidential Debate
Hunter Biden speaks to ABC; What to watch for at the Democratic Presidential Debate; Fighting continues in Syria; Impeachment inquiry focuses on Giuliani; Ohioans weigh in on impeachment inquiry.
Oct 16, 12:43 PM ET
Oct 16, 11:40 AM ET
Elizabeth Warren faces attacks in Democratic debate
The Massachusetts senator had the most speaking time of the 12 presidential candidates as she was forced to defend herself against 16 separate attacks.
Oct 16, 11:40 AM ET
Oct 16, 11:39 AM ET
Biggest moments of the 2020 Democratic debate
ABC News’ Jon Karl analyzes the breakthrough moments of the presidential debate and the Trump administration’s response.
Oct 16, 11:39 AM ET
Oct 16, 11:38 AM ET
Democratic debate in Ohio: Dems spar over Biden's son, wealth tax, health care
Among some of the contentious moments of the debate, the candidates sounded off on the Hunter Biden controversy, impeachment proceedings and income inequality.
Oct 16, 11:38 AM ET
Oct 16, 11:03 AM ET
Elizabeth Warren gets most speaking time at Democratic debate
Elizabeth Warren had more airtime than any of her Democratic counterparts.
Oct 16, 11:03 AM ET
Oct 16, 5:48 AM ET
Andrew Yang joins ABC News Live to discuss debate performance
Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang tells ABC News Live that "if all of our attention is focused on Donald Trump, unfortunately that's going to be to his advantage."
Oct 16, 5:48 AM ET
Oct 16, 5:47 AM ET
Julian Castro joins ABC News Live to discuss debate performance
Democratic presidential candidate and former HUD Secretary Julian Castro says of the debate, "I felt great!"
Oct 16, 5:47 AM ET
Oct 16, 5:47 AM ET
Rep. Deb Haaland discusses Sen. Elizabeth Warren's debate performance
Congresswoman Haaland tells ABC News Live, "I believe in Elizabeth Warren," and in Warren's vision for America.
Oct 16, 5:47 AM ET
Oct 16, 5:47 AM ET
Sen. Amy Klobuchar joins ABC News Live to discuss debate performance
Senator and Democratic presidential candidate Amy Klobuchar tells ABC News Live the public option is the best option for health insurance.
Oct 16, 5:47 AM ET
Oct 16, 5:47 AM ET
Tom Steyer joined ABC News Live to discuss his debate performance
Democratic presidential candidate Tom Steyer tells ABC News Live it's time to "break the corporate stranglehold" on the country.
Oct 16, 5:47 AM ET
Oct 16, 5:47 AM ET
Moments that mattered from 4th Democratic debate
The Democratic primary debate in Westerville, Ohio, featured a number of tense exchanges and highlighted the major policy rifts that continue to divide the field.
Oct 16, 5:47 AM ET
Oct 16, 5:15 AM ET
ABC News Live at Ohio debate
Devin Dwyer is joined by ABC News' MaryAlice Parks, Rick Klein, Linsey Davis and ABC News contributor Yvette Simpson to discuss the debate's top performers and moments.
Oct 16, 5:15 AM ET
Oct 16, 3:34 AM ET
Presidential candidates release new fundraising totals, Sanders leads the pack
President Donald Trump and the RNC raised a record $125M in the third quarter. Sen. Bernie Sanders leads the Democratic pack, so far, with $25.3 million.
Oct 16, 3:34 AM ET
Oct 16, 12:35 AM ET
FiveThirtyEight Politics Podcast: What to look for in the fourth Democratic debate
The FiveThirtyEight crew examines the new impeachment polling and discusses Tuesday's Democratic primary debate and what's at stake for the 12 candidates who have qualified.
Oct 16, 12:35 AM ET
Oct 15, 10:40 PM ET
Dayton mayor talks top concerns ahead of Democratic debate
Nan Whaley, the mayor of Dayton, Ohio, prioritizes action against gun violence after a major mass shooting in her city.
Oct 15, 10:40 PM ET
Oct 15, 5:30 PM ET
A look at the 4th Democratic presidential debate
Twelve candidates are set to take the stage in Ohio on Tuesday night.
Oct 15, 5:30 PM ET
Oct 15, 2:35 PM ET
Impeachment expected to be topic at Dem debate
The 12 Democratic candidates for president will face off in Ohio as polls show Elizabeth Warren surging in the crowded field.
Oct 15, 2:35 PM ET
Oct 15, 11:23 AM ET
On Biden, Trump and Ukraine 2020 Democrats walk a fine line, as they eye the field’s current front-runner status
Joe Biden’s 2020 rivals have steered clear of direct attacks against the former vice president's diplomatic efforts and his son Hunter’s Ukrainian business dealings.
Oct 15, 11:23 AM ET
Oct 14, 10:17 PM ET
Democratic Presidential Debate to be held in Ohio
ABC's Devin Dwyer speaks with voters in Ohio ahead of the debate; candidates begin debate preparations.
Oct 14, 10:17 PM ET
Oct 14, 6:50 PM ET
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard says she’ll join Democratic debate after threatening to boycott
After threatening to boycott Tuesday’s Democratic presidential debate in Ohio, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard now says she will be on the stage with her fellow competitors.
Oct 14, 6:50 PM ET
Oct 14, 12:04 AM ET
Democratic nominees head to Ohio for the 4th 2020 presidential debate
The next Democratic debate is set to take place in Westerville, Ohio. Tune in Oct. 15 at 8 p.m. EST.
Oct 14, 12:04 AM ET
Oct 11, 7:54 PM ET
Elizabeth Warren's response to same-sex marriage question goes viral
Elizabeth Warren went viral with gay marriage response at a CNN LGBTQ Town Hall.
Oct 11, 7:54 PM ET
Oct 11, 6:10 PM ET
2020 presidential debate sites announced for general election
The University of Notre Dame, the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, and Belmont University in Nashville will host the 2020 presidential general election debates.
Oct 11, 6:10 PM ET
Oct 11, 12:08 PM ET
Pete Buttigieg defuses protesters as 2020 candidates bring campaign to LGBT forum
Democratic presidential candidates brought their campaigns to Los Angeles on Thursday night for a town hall focused on LGBTQ issues.
Oct 11, 12:08 PM ET