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November 27, 2024 at 2:12 AM

Newly Republican, Starr County will play a key role in Trump's deportation plans

Starr County, Texas, voted predominantly Republican for the first time in a century. Now, it's central to President-elect Donald Trump's mass deportation plans.
November 27, 2024 at 2:12 AM
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham stands in front of a new section of the state-funded border wall at a site offered to the incoming Trump administration for detention centers, near Rio Grande City, Texas, Nov. 26, 2024.
November 26, 2024 at 8:55 PM

The 2024 presidential election was close, not a landslide

Donald Trump's close win over Kamala Harris in the 2024 election hasn't stopped him from claiming a mandate.
November 26, 2024 at 8:55 PM
President-elect Donald Trump's 2024 win was historically narrow.
November 26, 2024 at 8:23 AM

Starr County goes red for the first time in 100 years and preps for immigration focus

ABC News’ Mireya Villarreal visits Starr County, Texas, which voted predominantly Republican for the first time in a century. Now, it is the initial focal point for Trump's mass deportation promise.
November 26, 2024 at 8:23 AM
Starr County goes red for the first time in 100 years and preps for immigration focus
November 20, 2024 at 11:55 PM

Stock prices soar for Trump allies' companies post-election

Shares of Elon Musk's Tesla have climbed nearly 40% since Election Day.
November 20, 2024 at 11:55 PM
President-elect Donald Trump greets Elon Musk as he arrives to attend a viewing of the launch of the sixth test flight of the SpaceX Starship rocket in Brownsville, Tex., Nov. 19, 2024.
November 20, 2024 at 4:02 PM

How to navigate post-election stress

Author Kristel Bauer offers advice on how to manage stress in the wake of a contentious election.
November 20, 2024 at 4:02 PM
VIDEO: How to navigate post-election stress
November 19, 2024 at 4:43 PM

Would an 'all-party primary' give frustrated voters more 'mainstream' candidates?

Amid mounting frustration from centrist voters, one group thinks the solution to making parties and political candidates more palatable: comprehensive election reform.
November 19, 2024 at 4:43 PM
The Capitol is pictured, Nov. 15, 2024, in Washington.
November 18, 2024 at 8:44 PM

Democrats aren't alone — incumbent parties have lost elections all around the world

Democrats were just one of the many incumbent parties around the globe that lost ground in 2024 elections.
November 18, 2024 at 8:44 PM
Democrats were just one of the many incumbent parties around the globe that lost ground in 2024.
November 18, 2024 at 2:21 PM

Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill announces run for New Jersey governor

New Jersey Democratic U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill is running for governor, saying it’s time to fix the state’s economy and make it more affordable
November 18, 2024 at 2:21 PM
FILE - Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, Feb. 13, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib, File)
November 17, 2024 at 2:46 PM

North Carolina Democrats find electoral success further down the ballot

Democrats fell short again in wresting away swing-state prize North Carolina from Republicans in the presidential election
November 17, 2024 at 2:46 PM
FILE - Anderson Clayton, Chair of the N.C. Democrat Party, speaks at a press conference for North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper, July 25, 2024, in Raleigh, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Seward, File)
November 16, 2024 at 10:08 AM

Tough votes on Trump Cabinet picks could pose big risks for midterm Senate candidates

Lawmakers running for reelection loathe tough votes. And for senators up in purple states in two years, those tough votes are coming early.
November 16, 2024 at 10:08 AM
Matt Gaetz arrives before President-elect Donald Trump speaks during an America First Policy Institute gala at his Mar-a-Lago estate, Nov. 14, 2024, in Palm Beach, Fla.
November 15, 2024 at 8:46 PM

Ohio’s incumbent Rep. Greg Lansman talks 2024 election lessons

As the first Democrat in his district to win re-election in 40 years, Congressman Greg Landsman talks about a red state win in Ohio.
November 15, 2024 at 8:46 PM
VIDEO: Ohio’s incumbent Rep. Greg Lansman talks 2024 election lessons
November 14, 2024 at 9:41 PM

RFK Jr. says Trump has 'promised' him 'control of the public health agencies'

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said earlier this week that former President Donald Trump has "promised" him "control of the public health agencies."
November 14, 2024 at 9:41 PM
Former Republican presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump shake hands during a campaign rally at Desert Diamond Arena on Aug. 23, 2024 in Glendale, Ariz.
November 14, 2024 at 9:26 PM

Monroe Nichols discusses his historic win as Tulsa’s 1st Black mayor

DeMarco Morgan sits down with Monroe Nichols, who became Tulsa’s first Black mayor,103 years after the Tulsa Race Massacre.
November 14, 2024 at 9:26 PM
VIDEO: Monroe Nichols discusses his historic win as Tulsa’s 1st Black mayor
November 14, 2024 at 5:43 PM

FBI raids Polymarket founder’s home in criminal probe of election betting platform

The investigation, in part, involves whether Polymarket violated a prior settlement with the government by allowing American-based users access to its platform.
November 14, 2024 at 5:43 PM
The FBI seal is shown in the election security command center at FBI headquarters on Nov. 4, 2024.
November 14, 2024 at 3:49 PM

LGBTQ crisis hotlines see surge of calls amid Trump election

LGBTQ hotlines nationwide, including the Rainbow Youth Project and the Trevor Project, are seeing massive surges in crisis outreach amid the fallout of the election.
November 14, 2024 at 3:49 PM
A protect trans sign is seen in this undated stock photo.
November 13, 2024 at 10:43 PM

FBI offering $25K reward in ballot box fires

The FBI is offering a $25,000 reward in connection with a series of arson incidents involving ballot boxes in Washington state and Oregon last month.
November 13, 2024 at 10:43 PM
The FBI is offering a $25,000 reward in connection with a series of arson incidents involving ballot boxes in Washington state and Oregon last month.
November 13, 2024 at 9:26 PM

Trump and Biden both call for smooth transition in historic Oval Office meeting

President-elect Donald Trump was welcomed at the White House on Wednesday after declining to do the same for President Joe Biden after the 2020 election.
November 13, 2024 at 9:26 PM
President Joe Biden shakes hands with President-elect Donald Trump during a meeting in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Nov. 13, 2024.
November 13, 2024 at 8:31 PM

Republicans projected to retain control of the US House of Representatives

Republicans are now projected to have swept the 2024 election, winning the House and Senate as well as the presidency.
November 13, 2024 at 8:31 PM
VIDEO: Republicans projected to retain control of the US House of Representatives
November 13, 2024 at 12:18 PM

Deep Democratic bench gets opportunity in political wilderness

For the first time in four years, Democrats are leaderless. But chaos is a ladder, as the saying goes, and the party is packed with climbers.
November 13, 2024 at 12:18 PM
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks at Pennsylvania Department of State's press briefing, after polls close, on the day of the 2024 U.S. presidential election, in Harrisburg, Pa., Nov. 5, 2024.
November 12, 2024 at 6:21 PM

Trump set to select Marco Rubio as secretary of state

Sources tell ABC News that President-elect Donald Trump will nominate the Republican senator from Florida for secretary of state in his new administration.
November 12, 2024 at 6:21 PM
VIDEO: Trump set to select Marco Rubio as secretary of state
November 12, 2024 at 4:50 AM

Teens around US report receiving racist text messages

Many teenagers and college students around the country have reported receiving racist text messages that were sent to phone numbers across the country last week.
November 12, 2024 at 4:50 AM
Many teenagers and college students around the country have reported receiving racist text messages messages that were sent to phone numbers across the country last week.
November 11, 2024 at 8:18 PM

What Trump's comeback reveals about American voters: ANALYSIS

Trump's historic climb back to the White House is a capstone of his singular stamp on American politics.
November 11, 2024 at 8:18 PM
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump arrives at an election night watch party at the Palm Beach Convention Center, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla.
November 11, 2024 at 2:52 PM

Charlamagne Tha God: 'Dinner table issues' were at the top of voters' minds

In the aftermath of Harris’ failed campaign, Charlamagne Tha God called for unity and pointed to voters’ frustrations over the economy and safety as decisive.
November 11, 2024 at 2:52 PM
Jonathan Karl sits down with influential radio host Charlamagne tha God on "This Week."
November 11, 2024 at 7:05 AM

Tips on how to deal with friends and family post-election

Board-certified clinical psychologist Dr. Jeffery Gardere joins ABC News Live to give tips on how to deal with friends and family who voted differently than you in the election.
November 11, 2024 at 7:05 AM
VIDEO: Tips on how to deal with friends and family post-election
November 10, 2024 at 6:54 PM

Trump gained support from Latinos, young people, and women

A panel of Republican experts joins ABC News to discuss how President-elect Donald Trump is expected to deliver on campaign promises.
November 10, 2024 at 6:54 PM
VIDEO: Trump gained support from Latinos, young people, and women
November 10, 2024 at 6:54 PM

What’s next for Democrats after presidential election loss?

American Descendants of Slavery Advocacy Foundation President Yvette Carnell joins ABC News Live to discuss how Democrats lost some support in the presidential election.
November 10, 2024 at 6:54 PM
VIDEO: What’s next for Democrats after presidential election loss?
November 10, 2024 at 6:53 PM

17 races have yet to be decided for control of the House

ABC News’ Perry Russom discusses the latest on the House of Representatives races.
November 10, 2024 at 6:53 PM
VIDEO: 17 races have yet to be decided for control of the House
November 10, 2024 at 6:53 PM

‘We've got to unify in some way shape or form’: Charlamagne Tha God

ABC News’ Jonathan Karl interviews “The Breakfast Club” co-host Charlamagne Tha God on “This Week.”
November 10, 2024 at 6:53 PM
VIDEO: ‘We've got to unify in some way shape or form’: Charlamagne Tha God
November 10, 2024 at 6:52 PM

‘Democrats lost the message on the economy’: Julie Pace on Kamala Harris’ loss

The Powerhouse Roundtable breaks down the latest news on “This Week.”
November 10, 2024 at 6:52 PM
VIDEO: ‘Democrats lost the message on the economy’: Julie Pace on Kamala Harris’ loss
November 10, 2024 at 6:52 PM

Frank Luntz shares post-election  focus group insights

ABC News’ Jonathan Karl discusses the election results with Frank Luntz on “This Week.”
November 10, 2024 at 6:52 PM
VIDEO: Frank Luntz shares post-election  focus group insights
November 9, 2024 at 11:50 PM

Republicans celebrate wins as Democrats wonder what went wrong

ABC News contributor Mike Muse breaks down the factors at play in Trump's sweeping victory in the 2024 election.
November 9, 2024 at 11:50 PM
VIDEO: Republicans celebrate wins as Democrats wonder what went wrong
November 9, 2024 at 4:37 PM

Stock markets soar on Wall Street following Trump's win

ABC News' Alexis Christoforous details the record highs for all three major indexes.
November 9, 2024 at 4:37 PM
VIDEO: Stock markets soar on Wall Street following Trump's win
November 9, 2024 at 10:16 AM

Abortion ballot initiatives could have helped Harris win, instead Trump overperformed

Despite Kamala Harris' loss, pro-abortion rights activists are celebrating the results of the 2024 election, arguing that abortion rights won.
November 9, 2024 at 10:16 AM
Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris delivers a concession speech after the 2024 presidential election, Nov. 6, 2024, on the campus of Howard University in Washington.
November 9, 2024 at 10:14 AM

Trump won a comprehensive victory. Can other Republicans replicate it?

Donald Trump scored a comprehensive victory Tuesday, improving his numbers across several key demographics. Can other Republicans do the same?
November 9, 2024 at 10:14 AM
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump and former first lady Melania Trump depart the stage at an election night watch party, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla.
November 9, 2024 at 2:02 AM

Why health care was not a top issue for voters in the 2024 election

“Health care issues are always a concern to people, but certainly there were other issues that were more important to people at this time,” Dr. Perry Halkitis at Rutgers University told ABC News. 
November 9, 2024 at 2:02 AM
“Health care issues are always a concern to people, but certainly there were other issues that were more important to people at this time,” Dr. Perry Halkitis at Rutgers University told ABC News. 
November 9, 2024 at 1:41 AM

How important was health, reproductive care in the election? Not very, say experts

Despite concerns about the future of the Affordable Care Act and abortion rights, health care was not a major voting issue in this election, experts tell ABC News.
November 9, 2024 at 1:41 AM
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump and former first lady Melania Trump depart the stage at an election night watch party, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla.
November 9, 2024 at 1:29 AM

Wave of racist texts reported in more than 12 states

The texts, which mention slavery, were sent to Black and brown Americans, officials said. Some were sent through the service "TextNow," and the company said it disabled the anonymous accounts.
November 9, 2024 at 1:29 AM
VIDEO: Wave of racist texts reported in more than 12 states
November 9, 2024 at 12:42 AM

Montana’s first openly transgender lawmaker wins reelection

Rep. Zooey Zephyr has won her bid for reelection to the Montana House of Representatives after she was censured and barred from the House floor for almost two years.
November 9, 2024 at 12:42 AM
Montana’s first openly transgender lawmaker wins reelection
November 8, 2024 at 11:31 PM

FBI investigates racist texts sent primarily to Black Americans

Officials in a number of states said residents received texts from unknown numbers in the days after the 2024 election. ABC News’ Morgan Norwood reports the story.
November 8, 2024 at 11:31 PM
FBI investigates racist texts sent primarily to Black Americans
November 8, 2024 at 9:29 PM

80 countries have been led by a woman, but not the US

Despite Vice President Kamala Harris' efforts to shatter glass ceilings and become the first woman to be president in the U.S., the office remains solely male-dominated.
November 8, 2024 at 9:29 PM
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at Howard University in Washington, Nov. 6, 2024.
November 8, 2024 at 9:21 PM

2024 polls were accurate but still underestimated Trump

How accurate were polls of the 2024 election?
November 8, 2024 at 9:21 PM
Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump and former first lady Melania Trump at an election night watch party at the Palm Beach Convention Center, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla.
November 8, 2024 at 7:48 PM

The eligibility of former felons to vote

ABC News’ Faith Abubey looks at how one former convicted felon is trying to galvanize the community he lives in to get out and vote.
November 8, 2024 at 7:48 PM
The eligibility of former felons to vote
November 8, 2024 at 7:47 PM

Harris makes final pitch to Michigan voters ahead of election

Eager to end on a positive note, Vice President Kamala Harris opted to not mention her opponent, former President Donald Trump, by name as she made her final pitch to voters in Michigan.
November 8, 2024 at 7:47 PM
VIDEO: Harris makes final pitch to Michigan voters ahead of election
November 8, 2024 at 6:43 PM

How race and gender impacted the 2024 election

Political commentator Angela Rye digs into exit polling to explain why a majority of voters cast their ballots for Donald Trump.
November 8, 2024 at 6:43 PM
VIDEO: How race and gender impacted the 2024 election
November 8, 2024 at 6:12 PM

Comparing election results to the polls

538’s Galen Druke breaks down the data as it relates to 2024 election results and what's behind the Democrats’ big losses.
November 8, 2024 at 6:12 PM
VIDEO: Comparing election results to the polls
November 8, 2024 at 3:27 PM

Election integrity concerns fade after resounding Trump victory: ANALYSIS

The U.S. election system passed a critical test, after months of widespread public concern about security of ballots, accuracy of the count, and timeliness of results.
November 8, 2024 at 3:27 PM
People vote in the 2024 U.S. presidential election on Election Day, at Doerfler Public School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Nov. 5, 2024.
November 8, 2024 at 2:53 PM

Law enforcement investigating reported racist text messages after election day

Authorities in more than a dozen states say residents, including children, received texts from unknown numbers telling them they’ve been selected to “pick cotton."
November 8, 2024 at 2:53 PM
VIDEO: Law enforcement investigating reported racist text messages after election day
November 8, 2024 at 11:22 AM

Why inflation helped tip the election toward Trump, according to experts

Inflation has helped fuel a global backlash toward incumbents, experts say.
November 8, 2024 at 11:22 AM
Donald Trump holds a news conference outside the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster on Aug. 15, 2024 in Bedminster, New Jersey.
November 8, 2024 at 3:43 AM

State officials respond to racist texts received by residents after Election Day

The Attorneys General offices of Virginia and North Carolina are responding to reports of racist texts received by residents shortly after the election of Donald Trump.
November 8, 2024 at 3:43 AM
The Attorneys General offices of Virginia and North Carolina are responding to reports of racist texts received by residents shortly after the election of Donald Trump.
November 7, 2024 at 10:03 PM

More voters saw Trump as the candidate of change: Exit poll analysis

Claiming superior leadership and casting himself as the true agent of change were keys to Donald Trump’s election victory, an ABC News exit poll found.
November 7, 2024 at 10:03 PM
Vice President Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and President-elect Donald Trump.