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March 25, 2024

Politics

Musk reveals major political flip

The tech mogul has announced his support for the Republican Party in the upcoming US presidential election

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March 15, 2024

Politics

Pence says he ‘cannot in good conscience’ endorse Trump

Former Vice President Mike Pence said Friday he would not endorse Donald Trump for another term in the White House, saying his ex boss has strayed too far from conservative philosophy.

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Vice President Mike Pence and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi preside over the certification of Electoral College votes at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Kevin Dietsch/Pool Photo

March 13, 2024

Justice

Donald Trump's Georgia judge dismisses some criminal charges

The judge overseeing an election interference case against Donald Trump in Georgia has thrown out some criminal charges, but left most in place.

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Former President Donald Trump faces several legal cases, including the one in Georgia. PHOTO: MIKE STEWART/ASSOCIATED PRESS

March 12, 2024

Politics

Biden secures Democratic nomination with majority of delegates, NBC News projects

The president faced nominal opposition in the primary campaign and won each state overwhelmingly.

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Biden secures Democratic nomination with majority of delegates, NBC News projects

March 12, 2024

Politics

Trump clinches delegate majority for GOP presidential nomination, setting up Biden rematch

President Joe Biden clinched the Democratic nomination with a delegate majority earlier Tuesday night, NBC News projects.

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Donald Trump at a campaign rally at the Forum River Center in Rome, Ga., on March 9. Chip Somodevilla / Getty Images

March 04, 2024

Politics

US Supreme Court rules for Trump in historic 14th Amendment ballot eligibility case

The unanimous decision will have major implications in the presidential race.

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Donald Trump speaks at a "Get Out the Vote" Rally in Conway, South Carolina, on February 10, 2024. Julia Nikhinson/AFP via Getty Images

March 03, 2024

Politics

McConnell's successor must work with Trump but 'stand his own ground,' Rounds says

The senator also said Trump shouldn't have complete presidential immunity.

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February 29, 2024

Politics

Congress Passes Bill to Avert Government Shutdown

In GOP-controlled House, Speaker Mike Johnson relies heavily on Democratic support

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House Speaker Mike Johnson faces frustration from some members of his caucus. PHOTO: DREW ANGERER/AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE/GETTY IMAGES

February 28, 2024

Politics

Mitch McConnell stepping down as Republican leader

McConnell said in a statement it's time for 'life's next chapter

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February 08, 2024

Politics

US supreme court appears skeptical of Colorado ruling removing Trump from ballot

Colorado supreme court ruled the ex-president ineligible to run for office for inciting insurrection under the 14th amendment

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Donald Trump campaigns in New Hampshire on 17 January. Photograph: Matt Rourke/AP

February 06, 2024

Politics

Appeals Court Rejects Trump’s Immunity Claim

The court rejected the former president’s claim that he is immune from prosecution on charges he plotted to overturn the 2020 election.

January 25, 2024

Politics

Nikki Haley Super PAC Outraises Trump With Wall Street Help

Haley group raises $5 million more than Trump super PAC

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Nikki HaleyPhotographer: Sam Wolfe/Bloomberg

January 25, 2024

United States

Republican lawmakers push to ban feds from removing border barriers after Supreme Court defeat

Razor wire is at the center of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's border clash with President Biden

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has touted his state's efforts to curb illegal immigration while criticizing the Biden administration over its border policies. (Getty/Gov. Greg Abbott's office)

January 24, 2024

Politics

Trump eyes up running mates: Who could he pick?

Donald Trump hasn't won the Republican presidential nomination quite yet, but competition is already heating up for the number two spot on his ticket.

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