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Off the hook? Sentencing hearing in Trump’s hush money trial put on hold as judge considers immunity

November 19, 2024, 10:49 am

Donald Trump's sentencing in the New York hush money case, initially scheduled for November 26, has been indefinitely postponed as the court navigates legal...

Katie Couric criticizes Kamala Harris for evasive interview responses

November 19, 2024, 10:17 am

Joe Scarborough defends Trump meeting, highlights disconnect between social media and public sentiment

November 19, 2024, 10:12 am

Nuke fears grow: Putin updates nuclear doctrine, warns U.S. over escalation

November 21, 2024, 5:06 am

Sex on air hockey table, drug orgies, prostitutes: A.G. nominee Matt Gaetz faces explosive new allegations

November 20, 2024, 7:22 am

What Americans really think of Trump’s MAGA picks–and it is not RFK Jr. who is the least popular

November 21, 2024, 5:05 am

Biden’s Amazon visit sparks viral memes, but the reality is less dramatic

November 18, 2024, 11:42 am

It will start on day one: Trump confirms plan to deploy military for mass deportation of illegal migrants

November 21, 2024, 5:05 am

Jared Kushner will be the key player in Trump’s Middle East strategy despite no formal role–report

November 19, 2024, 5:37 am

Make America healthy again? RFK Jr. poses with Big Mac on Trump plane amid push for public health reform

November 19, 2024, 5:37 am

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Off the hook? Sentencing hearing in Trump’s hush money trial put on hold as judge considers immunity

November 19, 2024, 10:49 am

Donald Trump's sentencing in the New York hush money case, initially scheduled for November 26, has been indefinitely postponed as the court navigates legal...

Katie Couric criticizes Kamala Harris for evasive interview responses

November 19, 2024, 10:17 am

Joe Scarborough defends Trump meeting, highlights disconnect between social media and public sentiment

November 19, 2024, 10:12 am

Nuke fears grow: Putin updates nuclear doctrine, warns U.S. over escalation

November 21, 2024, 5:06 am

Sex on air hockey table, drug orgies, prostitutes: A.G. nominee Matt Gaetz faces explosive new allegations

November 20, 2024, 7:22 am

What Americans really think of Trump’s MAGA picks–and it is not RFK Jr. who is the least popular

November 21, 2024, 5:05 am

Biden’s Amazon visit sparks viral memes, but the reality is less dramatic

November 18, 2024, 11:42 am

It will start on day one: Trump confirms plan to deploy military for mass deportation of illegal migrants

November 21, 2024, 5:05 am

Jared Kushner will be the key player in Trump’s Middle East strategy despite no formal role–report

November 19, 2024, 5:37 am

Make America healthy again? RFK Jr. poses with Big Mac on Trump plane amid push for public health reform

November 19, 2024, 5:37 am

Scandal grows: Defense pick Pete Hegseth paid accuser in 2017 sexual assault allegation

November 18, 2024, 6:53 am

‘Drill, baby, drill’: Trump names fracking advocate Chris Wright as Energy Secretary in push for U.S. energy dominance

November 18, 2024, 6:53 am

New bombshell: Woman told House ethics committee she saw Gaetz have sex with minor

November 17, 2024, 7:44 am

Shaky nomination: Trump’s Defense pick Pete Hegseth faces renewed scrutiny over 2017 sexual assault allegation

November 17, 2024, 7:44 am

“Well, America, I hope you like measles”: CNN’s Jake Tapper reacts to RFK Jr. picked for top health position

November 16, 2024, 7:08 am

Bombshell: Woman’s testimony claiming Matt Gaetz had sex with her when she was 17 revealed–nomination remains explosive

November 16, 2024, 7:08 am

Next bombshell appointment: Trump nominates RFK Jr. as health secretary, stirring controversy over anti-vaccine stance

November 15, 2024, 7:01 am

No joke: The Onion acquires Infowars in court-ordered deal

November 14, 2024, 10:46 am

Disney faces backlash over Snow White star Rachel Zegler’s comments about Trump voters

November 14, 2024, 10:28 am

Trump’s Attorney General pick sparks controversy: Gaetz nomination faces uphill battle amid ethics Probe

November 14, 2024, 10:42 am

President-Elect talks ‘smooth Transition’ with Biden in the Oval Office–meets Congress Republicans

November 14, 2024, 10:40 am

What happens to Trump’s criminal conviction? Here are a few ways it could go–as Jack Smith plans exit

November 14, 2024, 10:44 am

‘Little Marco’ no more: Trump set to nominate Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, signaling tough foreign policy stance

November 14, 2024, 10:44 am

Southern White House: Trump’s Mar-a-Lago buzzes with high-profile visitors and transition planning as Musk moves in

November 13, 2024, 5:32 am

Elon Musk’s influence grows in Trump’s inner circle–from growing family ties to political power plays

November 13, 2024, 5:32 am

Ex-Harris aide urges Biden to step down, paving way for ‘historic’ Harris presidency before Trump inauguration

November 13, 2024, 5:34 am

Trump demands recess appointment support in GOP leadership race, Musk backs move to fast-track key roles

November 12, 2024, 6:28 am

Elise Stefanik named Trump’s UN ambassador, pledges ‘America First’ leadership on world stage

November 12, 2024, 6:28 am

‘Pack your bags’: Trump appoints hardliner Tom Homan as ‘Border Czar,’ promises historic deportation effort

November 12, 2024, 6:28 am

Trump reportedly called Putin–but Kremlin calls report ‘pure fiction’

November 11, 2024, 3:19 pm

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President Biden hosts the Boston Celtics, 2024 NBA champions, at the White House

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Trump announces intention to nominate ex-Florida AG Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Matt Gaetz’s withdrawal.

All 50 US States @USLive - November 21, 2024, 3:35 pm

Democrats reach agreement to increase Biden judge confirmations prior to Congress’s recess.

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 3:34 pm

McConnell to lead defense spending subcommittee while gearing up to resign as GOP leader

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 3:31 pm

North Carolina election official requests senator to retract statement regarding ballot tampering

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 2:56 pm

Trump persuaded Republicans to ignore his misdeeds. Will he manage to sway them for his nominees as well?

Connecticut @USLive - November 21, 2024, 2:43 pm

Now that the pursuit of perfection has ended, Mahomes aims for Chiefs to showcase their ‘finest football’ in...

NFL @USLive - November 21, 2024, 1:44 pm

Legal Action Contests Hawaii’s Restrictions on Gun Possession for Young Adults

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 1:16 pm

Family awarded $4 million over the 2021 in-custody death of a Phoenix resident

All 50 US States @USLive - November 21, 2024, 1:11 pm

New York building manager faces charges for embezzling $350,000 from a centenarian.

New York @USLive - November 21, 2024, 1:04 pm

Trump vows once more to unveil the final JFK documents, yet analysts warn of unlikely major discoveries.

International Crisis @USLive - November 21, 2024, 12:34 pm

Republicans unite behind Hegseth, Trump’s nominee for Pentagon, as Gaetz steps aside for attorney general race.

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 12:25 pm

Trump’s team is postponing transition arrangements; implications for security vetting and governance.

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 12:20 pm

Lawyers urge the US Supreme Court to declare Mississippi’s felony voting restriction as inhumane and excessive.

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 12:03 pm

Multiple members of Trump’s Cabinet, along with Trump, face allegations of sexual misconduct.

All 50 US States @USLive - November 21, 2024, 11:21 am

Senegal’s governing party wins parliamentary majority, setting the stage for major reforms

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 10:47 am

Pathologist challenges conclusion that Marine veteran’s chokehold led to subway passenger’s death.

New York @USLive - November 21, 2024, 10:28 am

Breaking News: Matt Gaetz pulls out of the running for attorney general under Trump.

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 9:51 am

Brian Kemp of Georgia chosen to head the Republican Governors Association

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 9:44 am

Gaetz steps back from nomination as Trump’s attorney general choice

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 9:32 am

Georgia AG Chris Carr announces his candidacy for governor in the 2026 Republican primary

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 9:32 am

Georgia AG Chris Carr announces his candidacy for the 2026 Republican gubernatorial race, aiming to follow in Brian...

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 9:32 am

Matt Gaetz announces he is stepping back from the race for Trump’s attorney general position.

All 50 US States @USLive - November 21, 2024, 9:31 am

Is ‘Glicked’ the latest cultural phenomenon? The release of ‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ coincides in cinemas.

Entertainment @USLive - November 21, 2024, 9:21 am

Legislation approved by the House enables the Treasury to identify nonprofits it considers to be financing terrorism.

Opinion @USLive - November 21, 2024, 8:49 am

Was it just a prank? The role of stand-up comedy in Trump’s reelection campaign

Elections @USLive - November 21, 2024, 8:41 am

Dad of teenager charged in Georgia school shooting enters not guilty plea to his own charges

Georgia @USLive - November 21, 2024, 8:39 am

Police in Trenton, New Jersey exhibit a recurring pattern of misconduct, according to Justice Department findings.

International Crisis @USLive - November 21, 2024, 8:12 am

Justice Department reports Trenton police exhibit misconduct trends, including excessive force and illegal detentions.

New Jersey @USLive - November 21, 2024, 8:11 am

Jussie Smollett’s 2019 self-attack conviction is annulled.

Celebrities @USLive - November 21, 2024, 7:52 am

St. Louis, previously referred to as Mound City due to its numerous Native American mounds, now has only...

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Record High Achieved in the Count of Female State Legislators

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UK regulator criticizes Capt. Tom Moore’s family for profiting from charity contributions.

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John Prescott, the ex-Deputy Prime Minister of the UK, passes away at 86.

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Jimmy Lai, the Hong Kong activist, refutes claims of requesting a colleague to compile a list of targets...

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Alabama to implement nitrogen gas for execution of man convicted in 1994 hitchhiker murder

Alabama @USLive - November 20, 2024, 9:10 pm

New Hampshire court set to review cases on transgender girls participating in female sports and associated protest rights.

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Trump’s new chief of staff, a past lobbyist, will encounter numerous special interest groups.

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Percival Everett and Jason De León honored with National Book Awards

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Nick Begich, supported by Trump, triumphs over Democrat Mary Peltola for Alaska’s sole House seat

Alaska @USLive - November 20, 2024, 6:30 pm

AP Race Update: Republican Nick Begich claims victory in Alaska’s at-large House seat, defeating current representative Mary Peltola.

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November 21, 2024, 8:55 am

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Police documents disclose accusations of assault involving Hegseth.

November 20, 2024, 11:10 pm

Biden has largely refrained from public commentary following the Democrats’ defeat in the 2024 election.

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Judge withdraws from Arizona fake elector trial following calls for action against assaults on Kamala Harris

November 12, 2024, 5:04 pm

PHOENIX — A judge has withdrawn from overseeing the case involving so-called fake electors in Arizona following the emergence of an email in which...

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Kamala Harris garnered over $1 billion despite her defeat, continuing to reach out to donors for support.

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Democrat Bob Casey admits defeat to Republican David McCormick in Pennsylvania Senate race

November 21, 2024, 3:20 pm

HARRISBURG, Pa. — In a surprising turn of events, Democratic Senator Bob Casey of Pennsylvania officially acknowledged his defeat in the reelection campaign, conceding...