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October 21

Arnold Palmer’s daughter calls Trump’s remarks about her father 'disrespectful'

Speaking in the late golfer's hometown, Trump told an off-color story about him.
October 21
Former professional golfer Arnold Palmer walks across the practice ground during the final round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational at the Bayhill Club and Lodge on March 28, 2010 in Orlando, Fla.
October 21

Harris holding moderated conversations with Liz Cheney in 3 battleground states

Harris and Cheney worked to sway Republican voters.
October 21
Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris holds a moderated conversation with Former Rep. Liz Cheney at People's Light performing arts theater Malvern, Pa., Oct. 21, 2024.
October 21

DOD, FBI investigating suspected major intelligence leak

Two documents purport to show U.S. analysis of Israeli military preparations.
October 21
In this Nov. 11, 2023, file photo, a cellphone is shown with seal of US National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) in front of the agency's webpage.
October 21

Trump spends millions on anti-trans ads

Trump's campaign and Republican groups have spent over $21 million on these ads.
October 21
Trump spends millions on anti-trans ads
October 21

Harris shifts focus to 'blue wall' states

In Pennsylvania, Kamala Harris and Liz Cheney work to sway Republican voters.
October 21
Harris shifts focus to 'blue wall' states
October 21

Local official who delayed certification of midterm results accepts plea deal

Peggy Judd had been facing several felonies.
October 21
A man walks out after casting his vote at the American Legion in Tombstone, Ariz. on November 3, 2020.
October 21

Kamala Harris on the trail in Michigan

Harris: There should be no place in America for political violence.
October 21
VIDEO: Kamala Harris on the trail in Michigan
October 21

Tim Walz says Trump is 'spiraling down,' pitches Harris' message of change

Vice President Harris' running mate joined ABC's "The View" on Monday.
October 21
Democratic vice presidential candidate Minnesota Governor Tim Walz visits The View, Oct. 21, 2024.
October 21

College students in swing states could make an impact with registration decisions

College voters are crucial, and some strategize on where to cast their ballots.
October 21
Penn State students stand in line inside the Student Union, called The Hub, waiting to cast their ballots in the presidential election in State College, Penn., Nov. 8, 2016.
October 21

Public figures who have encouraged voter registration as deadline looms

Andrea Hailey of Vote.org talks about how public figures such as Taylor Swift and Elon Musk are encouraging voter registration.
October 21
VIDEO:  Public figures who have encouraged voter registration as deadline looms
October 21

Harris, Trump hold campaign events in critical battleground states

Former President Donald Trump toured Asheville, North Carolina, assessing hurricane damage, while Vice President Kamala Harris was in Pennsylvania campaigning with Republican Liz Cheney.
October 21
VIDEO: Harris, Trump hold campaign events in critical battleground states
October 21

State of the presidential race with 15 days to go

Republican strategist Tricia McLaughlin and Christina Tizintun Ramirez, president of NextGen America, discuss the latest headlines from the presidential race.
October 21
VIDEO: State of the presidential race with 15 days to go
October 21

GOP lawsuit against overseas votes draws ire from military families

Lawsuits have been filed in Pennsylvania, Michigan and North Carolina.
October 21
A U.S. expatriate citizen casts a ballot for the U.S. democratic primary election in a polling station set up in a comedy club in Amsterdam, March 4, 2024.
October 21

Trump, Harris race 'could hardly be closer'

538's Galen Druke breaks down the latest polls as the candidates continue to campaign with just 15 days left until Election Day.
October 21
VIDEO: Trump, Harris race 'could hardly be closer'
October 20

Candidates' final sprint on the campaign trail

Roma Daravi, former deputy director of communications under Donald Trump, and Marsha Espinosa, the former assistant secretary of public affairs for the DHS under President Biden, give their analyses.
October 20
VIDEO: Candidates' final sprint on the campaign trail
October 20

Trump mocks Harris' story from behind the fryer at McDonald's

Trump has challenged Harris' accounts of working at the fast food restaurant.
October 20
Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump works behind the counter making french fries during a visit to McDonald's restaurant on Oct. 20, 2024 in Feasterville-Trevose, Pa.
October 20

'Blue Dot' in Nebraska draws boldface political names

Omaha-area district's one electoral vote could tip the presidential election.
October 20
Democratic vice presidential nominee Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks during a campaign rally, Oct. 19, 2024, in Papillion, Neb.
October 20

Push for the Black vote with only 16 days until Election Day

Former Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum and journalist Roland Martin discuss how to mobilize Black voters ahead of the election.
October 20
VIDEO: Push for the Black vote with only 16 days until Election Day
October 20

Protect Your Vote: Election certification a potential flash point in November

ABC News’ Terry Moran reports on concerns that rogue officials could reject the will of voters this election on “This Week.”
October 20
VIDEO: Protect Your Vote: Election certification a potential flash point in November
October 20

GOP Gov. Sununu: 'I don't like' Trump's rhetoric, but it's 'nothing new'

Voters have "heard that, that's established," he said of Trump's behavior.
October 20
Gov. Chris Sununu, R-N.H., on “This Week.”
October 20

'Blue wall' Democratic governors boost Harris with bus tour

They tout Harris' ground game but acknowledge the race is a toss-up.
October 20
Martha Raddatz sits down with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer D-Mich., Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Penn., and Gov. Tony Evers D-Wis., on "This Week."
October 20

'This Week' Transcript 10-20-24: Governors Whitmer, Shapiro, Evers, and Sununu

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, October 20.
October 20
This Week with George Stephanopoulos
October 19

Federal judge unseals more than 1,800 pages in Trump’s Jan. 6 case

The judge overseeing Donald Trump's federal election interference case unsealed the redacted appendix of evidence gathered by special counsel Jack Smith.
October 19
VIDEO: Federal judge unseals more than 1,800 pages in Trump’s Jan. 6 case
October 18

Communication expert weighs in on Wisconsin Senate debate

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien speaks with Columbia University professor Michael Chad Hoeppner to unpack the Wisconsin Senate debate between Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D) and challenger Eric Hovde (R).
October 18
Communication expert weighs in on Wisconsin Senate debate
October 18

What comes next after Sinwar’s death?

Officials and experts weigh in on the impacts of the Hamas leaders’ death.
October 18
Hamas Gaza leader Yahya Al Sinwar attends a press conference after Hamas announcing his victory in Gaza City, Gaza Strip, Mar. 10, 2021.
October 18

Harris says election is 'two different visions' for nation

Vice President Kamala Harris made the remarks at a campaign rally in Michigan Friday.
October 18
VIDEO: Harris says election is 'two different visions' for nation
October 18

Govs. Whitmer, Shapiro, Evers & Sununu Sunday on ‘This Week’

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, October 20, 2024.
October 18
This Week with George Stephanopoulos
October 18

Harris revives message around democracy as Trump escalates rhetoric. Will it work?

Joe Biden preached about the supposed threat from Trump but gained no traction.
October 18
Democratic presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during a campaign rally at Erie Insurance Arena on October 14, 2024 in Erie, Pennsylvania.
October 18

Trump and Harris trade jabs at Al Smith Dinner, though Harris wasn't there

The Alfred E. Smith dinner has hosted presidential candidates since 1960.
October 18
Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump points to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer as he speaks during the annual Alfred E. Smith Foundation Dinner at the New York Hilton Midtown on Oct. 17, 2024 in New York City.
October 18

Trump, Harris battle for votes in Michigan

ABC News’ political director and Washington bureau chief Rick Klein breaks down battleground states and what each presidential candidate needs to do to win.
October 18
VIDEO: Trump, Harris battle for votes in Michigan
October 18

Jan. 6 rioter who attacked multiple officers sentenced to 17 months in prison

Dana Jean Bell, who pleaded guilty to assaulting police during the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, was sentenced to 17 months in prison on Thursday.
October 18
Dana Jean Bell, who pleaded guilty to assaulting police during the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, was sentenced to 17 months in prison on Thursday.
October 18

Trump and Harris trade jabs at NYC Catholic charity event, though Harris wasn't there

The New York Archdiocese's star-studded gala has been a staple in election years since 1960. But only one candidate showed up in person this year.
October 18
The New York Archdiocese's star-studded gala has been a staple in election years since 1960. But only one candidate showed up in person this year.
October 18

AI deepfakes a top concern for election officials with voting underway

Artificial intelligence could be weaponized on voters, feds warn
October 18
State election officials who will oversee voting for the November general election prepare for disruptions from artificial intelligence during a training session in Phoenix, Ariz.
October 17

Jan. 6 rioter who attacked multiple officers sentenced to 17 months in prison

The widow of an MPD officer delivered an emotional victim impact statement.
October 17
Demonstrators swarm the U.S. Capitol building during a protest in Washington, D.C., Jan. 6, 2021.
October 17

Trump attempted assassination suspect wants Trump-appointed judge to recuse herself

Judge Aileen Cannon tossed out the former president's classified documents case.
October 17
Judge Aileen Cannon is shown in this courtroom sketch on March 14, 2024.
October 17

Trump again questions Harris' racial, ethnic identity in podcast interview

Trump and the host compared Harris to baseball player Sammy Sosa.
October 17
Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump looks on as he participates in a town hall presented by Spanish-language network Univision, in Doral, Fla., Oct. 16, 2024.
October 17

Nearly 9 million have cast ballots as early voting starts across the US

More than half of the states offers residents a chance to vote early.
October 17
Residents cast shadows as they wait in line to enter a polling site on the first day of early in-person voting in a region still severely impacted by Hurricane Helene, in Asheville, North Carolina, October 17, 2024.
October 17

Biden, Harris say Sinwar's death offers chance to end Israel-Hamas war in Gaza

U.S. officials have said Sinwar was the chief obstacle to a cease-fire deal.
October 17
President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the initial impacts of Hurricane Milton, as well as the Federal government's ongoing support to State and local officials in the South Court Auditorium of the Eisenhower Executive office building in Washington, Oct. 10, 2024.
October 17

As Nov. 5 nears, Trump steps up attempts to recast Jan. 6 violence as 'day of love'

He falsely said none of his supporters were carrying firearms.
October 17
Donald Trump speaks during a Univision Noticias town hall event on October 16, 2024 in Doral, Florida.
October 17

Harris on killing of Hamas leader: 'He had American blood on his hands'

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke from Milwaukee following the announcement of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's death by Israeli officials Thursday.
October 17
VIDEO: Harris on killing of Hamas leader: 'He had American blood on his hands'
October 17

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October 17
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October 17

Secret Service needs reform or another Butler 'will happen again': DHS

Four former law enforcement and national security officials made up the panel.
October 17
An uniform Secret Service agent outside Trump Tower, Sept. 18, 2024, in New York.
October 16

Timeline: Trump's efforts to overturn Georgia election results

Trump asked the Georgia secretary of state to "find 11,780 votes" in 2021.
October 16
Former President Donald Trump sits at the defense table with his legal team in a Manhattan court, April 4, 2023, in New York.
October 16

Vance says 'no' Trump didn't lose the 2020 election

In his most direct answer yet of this election cycle, vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance said he doesn't believe former President Donald Trump lost the 2020 election.
October 16
In his most direct answer yet of this election cycle, vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance said he doesn't believe former President Donald Trump lost the 2020 election.
October 16

Georgia judge invalidates more controversial election rules

Fulton County Judge Thomas Cox ruled to invalidate seven rules total.
October 16
People prepare to vote at a polling station as Georgians turned out a day after the battleground state opened early voting, in Atlanta, Oct. 16, 2024.
October 16

Vance says 'no' Trump didn't lose the 2020 election

Biden defeated Trump in the 2020 election by more than 7 million votes.
October 16
Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. J.D. Vance speaks during a campaign event in Williamsport, Pa., Oct. 16, 2024.
October 16

Georgia sees 2nd day of record early voting turnout

Over half a million people had voted as of Wednesday in the crucial state.
October 16
People make a line to vote at a polling station as Georgians turned out a day after the battleground state opened early voting, in Atlanta, Oct. 16, 2024.
October 16
Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris waves as she stepped off Air Force Two upon arrival at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee, on Oct. 16, 2024.
October 16

Secret Service offers guide for law enforcement to prevent 'targeted violence'

Mass attacks are in some cases, preventable, according to the report.
October 16
An uniform Secret Service agent outside Trump Tower, Sept. 18, 2024, in New York.
October 16

Biden chokes up during final goodbye to Ethel Kennedy

Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, Sting, Stevie Wonder and others also paid tribute.
October 16
President Joe Biden delivers the eulogy at a memorial service for Ethel Kennedy, Oct. 16, 2024, at the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle in Washington, D.C.

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