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Hungry for Cash, Zeldin Turns to Trump in N.Y. Governor’s Race: Representative Lee Zeldin is depending on Donald J. Trump’s stature to help him in a crucial race ...
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Hungry for Cash, Zeldin Turns to Trump in N.Y. Governor’s Race: Representative Lee Zeldin is depending on Donald J. Trump’s stature to help him in a crucial race ...
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Hungry for Cash, Zeldin Turns to Trump in N.Y. Governor’s Race
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Exclusive: Trump brothers emerge as loyalty czars for dad's potential transition to White House
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Exclusive: Trump brothers emerge as loyalty czars for dad's potential ...
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Facts in the Trump courtroom v. ‘facts’ in the court of public opinion: Trump is playing to the court of public opinion with easily debunked claims.
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Facts in the Trump courtroom v. ‘facts’ in the court of public opinion
Quick Glance: Trump's Attempt to Influence 2016 Election: Hush Money Trial Begins
  • An prosecutor alleges that Donald Trump tried to illegally influence the 2016 election by preventing damaging stories about his personal life from becoming public.

  • The trial, potentially lasting up to two months, will require Trump to spend his days in a courtroom instead of on the campaign trail.

  • The indictment includes 34 counts of falsifying business records, punishable by up to four years in prison.

  • The case sheds light on efforts to suppress stories, known as 'Catch-and-Kill' in tabloid industry, to prevent potentially damaging revelations.
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Haley attracts more than 150K votes in Pennsylvania GOP primary, weeks after dropping bid
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Haley attracts more than 150K votes in Pennsylvania GOP primary ...
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Donald Trump Graduation Photo Goes Viral Amid Barron Concerns: A photo of Donald Trump's graduation has gone viral following reports the former president may ...
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Donald Trump Graduation Photo Goes Viral Amid Barron Concerns
Quick Glance: Michael Cohen Criticizes Trump's Barron Graduation Ban Complaint as Ridiculous
  • Michael Cohen describes Trump's complaint about a potential ban on attending Barron's graduation ceremony as comical.

  • Cohen points out that Trump apparently did not attend the graduation ceremonies of his other children.

  • Cohen is expected to be a key witness in Trump's trial, which revolves around allegations of hush money payments to silence an affair with Stormy Daniels.

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Alvin Bragg Reveals Trial Plan Against Donald Trump: Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg lists previous "misconducts and criminal acts" against Donald Trump ...
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Alvin Bragg Reveals Trial Plan Against Donald Trump
Quick Glance: Trump Faces Landmark Trial Over Hush Money Case
  • Donald Trump will go down in history as the first former president to stand trial in Manhattan on criminal charges. The historic case revolves around a potential sex scandal cover-up just days before the 2016 elections.

  • The prosecution alleges that Trump falsified business records to hide hush money payments aimed at influencing the election outcome. Trump maintains his innocence and refutes any involvement with Stormy Daniels.

  • The trial will feature key witnesses from Trump's inner circle testifying against him, including Michael Cohen and David Pecker. It will delve into the Oval Office, where Trump allegedly approved the cover-up.

  • Prosecutors must prove that Trump falsified business records with intent to commit or conceal another crime. Trump's defense is likely to focus on the legality of the hush money payments and attempt to distance him from the accounting handled by his employees.
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Murphy fires back at Trump Jr. on Mayorkas vote: ‘Republicans are full of s‑‑‑’: Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) fired back at Donald Trump Jr. on Friday for calling ...
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Murphy fires back at Trump Jr. on Mayorkas vote: ‘Republicans are full of ...
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Trump Claims He’ll Testify in Stormy Daniels Hush Money Case: We’ll see if he actually goes through with it.
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Trump Claims He’ll Testify in Stormy Daniels Hush Money Case
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Who will be Trump’s VP? A shortlist : Who are the candidates to be Trump’s running mate in the 2024? Here’s who might be on the shortlist for vice-president and ...
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Who will be Trump’s VP? A shortlist
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Trump wins Pennsylvania GOP primary: Former President Trump has won the GOP primary in Pennsylvania, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ ...
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Trump wins Pennsylvania GOP primary
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Kennedy Family Endorses Biden Against RFK Jr.: President Joe Biden will accept endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family as he aims ...
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Kennedy Family Endorses Biden Against RFK Jr.
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The ‘Squad’s’ Summer Lee beats back primary challenge : Although it was not the only factor in the race, the Israel-Hamas war undoubtedly hovered over the ...
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The ‘Squad’s’ Summer Lee beats back primary challenge
Quick Glance: Summer Lee Secures Key Victory in Pennsylvania Primary
  • Pennsylvania congresswoman Summer Lee successfully navigated a primary challenge on Tuesday, securing progressives one of their most crucial wins of this election cycle while preparing for an influx of pro-Israel funding targeting candidates supportive of a ceasefire.

  • During the primaries, Lee emerged victorious against local council member Bhavini Patel, who had raised concerns about the stance of the progressive “Squad” member on the Gaza ceasefire.

  • The resonance of this argument was evident among many of Lee’s supporters and local Democratic figures. The Allegheny County Democratic party formally endorsed Lee in February, marking their support for her for the first time after having backed her opponent in the 2022 primaries.

  • Despite the pro-Israel lobby staying out of the picture, a Super Pac intervened in Lee’s primary to bolster Patel’s campaign. The Moderate Pac, with a mission to back centrist Democrats and significant funding from Republican megadonor Jeffrey Yass, allocated over $600,000 to support Patel.
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Biden moves to reimpose oil sanctions on Venezuela: Officials said the administration determined that Maduro’s government reneged on a deal that offered a ...
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Biden moves to reimpose oil sanctions on Venezuela
Quick Glance: US to Reinstate Sanctions on Venezuela’s Oil and Gas Sector
  • The United States will reimpose sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector due to the Maduro government's failure to allow 'an inclusive and competitive election' to take place.

  • The US government decided not to renew the temporary authorization (General License 44) that allowed transactions with Venezuela's national oil and gas sector without fear of sanctions, citing the Maduro government's failure to uphold key areas of the 'Barbados Agreement.'

  • While the impact of revoking the authorization could not be quantified, another authorization from 2022 allowing the oil company Chevron to resume limited resource extraction operations in Venezuela will remain in place.

  • Despite reinstating sanctions, a US official emphasized that this should not be seen as a final decision on Venezuela's electoral capabilities, and efforts to support a better future for the country will continue.
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Republicans are starting to worry about RFK Jr.: Even Donald Trump acknowledged Monday that the independent candidate "probably hurts both" Biden and ...
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Republicans are starting to worry about RFK Jr.
Quick Glance: Trump Uncertain About Impact of RFK Jr. on Election
  • While publicly expressing confidence, Trump is unsure how independent presidential candidate RFK Jr. will influence the election.

  • An NBC News poll revealed Kennedy has a stronger negative impact on Trump than Biden, as Republicans view him more favorably.

  • Kennedy attracts voters from both major parties and faces criticism from both sides, creating a dynamic election campaign.

  • Democrats fear Kennedy's fame and political stances may jeopardize support for Biden, while Republicans criticize his environmental and anti-corporate positions.
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Jimmy Kimmel Pokes Trump's Sorest Of All Sore Spots With Embarrassing Revelation: The late night host revealed a potentially humiliating personal development for ...
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Jimmy Kimmel Pokes Trump's Sorest Of All Sore Spots With Embarrassing ...
Quick Glance: Trump Mixes Up Jimmy Kimmel and Al Pacino in Rant
  • Former President Donald Trump recently mixed up Jimmy Kimmel and actor Al Pacino in a bizarre rant on social media about Kimmel's hosting of the 2024 Academy Awards.

  • Trump claims Kimmel experienced a 'classic blackout' at the Oscars and forgot to say the famous mandatory line 'AND THE WINNER IS.'

  • Kimmel responded to Trump's mix-up with a humorous comment, referencing Trump's self-proclaimed status as a 'very stable genius' in 2018.

  • Trump's rant about Kimmel seems to be in response to his monologue on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' discussing Trump's declining wealth and hush money trial.
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Pro-Israel groups target progressive lawmakers in primaries: The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and other pro-Israel groups are ramping up ...
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Pro-Israel groups target progressive lawmakers in primaries
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Last Weekend’s Political Mirage: The passage of the Ukrainian aid package won’t transform the GOP.
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Last Weekend’s Political Mirage
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Trump’s extreme rhetoric is a mainstay of his 2024 campaign. Much of it could become a reality if he wins another term
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Trump’s extreme rhetoric is a mainstay of his 2024 campaign ...
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Conservatives aim their fire at Texas Republican after ‘scumbags’ comment: The battle between Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) and the GOP’s right flank is heating ...
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Conservatives aim their fire at Texas Republican after ‘scumbags’ comment
Quick Glance: House Republican Infighting Escalates Post Foreign Aid Vote
  • After passing a comprehensive $95 billion foreign aid package, intense disputes among House Republicans have heightened within the chamber.

  • Many Republican members are frustrated with colleagues who vote against laws instead of seeking compromises within the party.

  • A persistent bloc of Republicans advocates for ideological purity, insisting on a firm stance in negotiations with the Democrats.

  • The internal conflicts have spilled over into the campaign trail, with some Republicans advocating for measures against the hardline faction.
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GOP vice presidential hopefuls look for Trump’s golden ticket: Former President Trump may be handing a golden ticket to whomever he picks as his running mate for ...
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GOP vice presidential hopefuls look for Trump’s golden ticket
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Trump fundraising intensifies, Democrats post big hauls and other first-quarter takeaways
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Trump fundraising intensifies, Democrats post big hauls and other ...
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RFK Jr. will appear on Hawaii ballot, third state to include him: Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will appear on Hawaii’s presidential ...
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RFK Jr. will appear on Hawaii ballot, third state to include him
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Bill Maher Defends Trump Voters in Katie Couric Interview: For “lots of people,” Maher theorized, it’s not as though they actually like Trump ...
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Bill Maher Defends Trump Voters in Katie Couric Interview
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Trump says abortion is up to the states, declines to endorse national limit: His announcement is likely to disappoint anti-abortion groups after his campaign ...
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Trump says abortion is up to the states, declines to endorse national ...
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She saved her baby in fatal crash: Penal mother Simran Rahamut used her body as a human shield to protect her one-year-old infant when the family’s vehicle ...
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She saved her baby in fatal crash
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Arizona House Speaker finds himself in eye of abortion rights tornado: Arizona state House Speaker Ben Toma (R) is facing a reckoning as he tries to navigate the ...
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Arizona House Speaker finds himself in eye of abortion rights tornado
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Trump endorses Dave McCormick for Senate in Pennsylvania: Former President Donald Trump on Saturday endorsed the Senate campaign of Republican Dave McCormick in ...
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Trump endorses Dave McCormick for Senate in Pennsylvania
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Bill Barr says he's backing Trump 2024 because 'far left' is a greater threat: 'Heavy-handed bunch of thugs'
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Bill Barr says he's backing Trump 2024 because 'far left' is a greater ...
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Republican Party an ‘unprecedented dumpster fire’: Democratic strategist: A veteran Democratic strategist painted a dark picture for Republicans on Monday ahead ...
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Republican Party an ‘unprecedented dumpster fire’: Democratic strategist
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Trump campaign asks for more presidential debates: Trump skipped all of the GOP primary debates.
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Trump campaign asks for more presidential debates
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Barr, a vocal Trump critic, says he will ‘support the Republican ticket’ in November
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Barr, a vocal Trump critic, says he will ‘support the Republican ticket’ ...
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U.S. voters take Trump's hush money charges seriously: Poll: 64% of registered voters described the charges as at least "somewhat serious."
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U.S. voters take Trump's hush money charges seriously: Poll
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Kari Lake bemoans fact that Arizona’s 1864 abortion ban is not being enforced, in another apparent shift
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Kari Lake bemoans fact that Arizona’s 1864 abortion ban is not being ...
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Senate Kills GOP’s Push to Impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas: The Senate voted 51-49 that two impeachment articles House Republicans brought against DHS Secretary ...
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Senate Kills GOP’s Push to Impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas
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Trump is just days from his first criminal trial after latest legal gambit fails: Donald Trump is close to running out of time in his last-ditch bid to stave off ...
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Trump is just days from his first criminal trial after latest legal gambit ...
Quick Glance: Path to Victory: Trump's NY Hush Money Trial
  • The first criminal trial of any former president began with extortion, Trump should aim for an acquittal.

  • Charges do not concern misconduct in settling hush money with Daniels, but entering payments to conceal another crime.

  • The burden of proof for criminal intent is high, requiring proof for two layers of specific intent to convict Trump.

  • A legal maneuver could allow Trump to dismiss his defense team and recruit a new team to potentially secure his case.
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Democrats nervous Trump wooing centrists from Biden: Democrats are growing increasingly nervous that former President Trump will woo centrist voters away from ...
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Democrats nervous Trump wooing centrists from Biden
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Ted Cruz angles for a bipartisan rebrand: Cruz rose to fame as a right-wing fighter, but he hopes to highlight his unsung accomplishments as he faces Rep ...
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Ted Cruz angles for a bipartisan rebrand
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Letitia James' New Strategy to Examine Donald Trump's Finances: The New York attorney general is digging for information on Trump's $175 million bond in his ...
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Letitia James' New Strategy to Examine Donald Trump's Finances
Quick Glance: Trump's $175M Bond and Property Seizure Case Overview
  • Former President Trump has secured a $175 million bond in his civil fraud case, keeping his most prized properties from being seized - at least temporarily.

  • Judge Arthur Engoron found Trump, his company, and top executives liable for fraud, ordering them to pay a penalty of $464 million plus interest, with Trump alone owing $454 million.

  • Despite the temporary halt, Trump still owes the state $454 million from the judgment, which increases daily, potentially leading him back into financial jeopardy.

  • An appeal could result in a significant financial setback for Trump, challenging the monumental fine and other penalties imposed in the case.
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RFK Jr. anxiety rises among Senate Democrats: Senators in both parties are warning that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may end up tipping the presidential election to ...
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RFK Jr. anxiety rises among Senate Democrats
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The Memo: Trump bets anti-abortion evangelicals have no choice but to back him: Former President Trump tried to thread the needle on abortion on Monday — with ...
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The Memo: Trump bets anti-abortion evangelicals have no choice but to back ...
Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban
  • Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.

  • Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.

  • Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.

  • The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.
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These Mormon women are rejecting Trump, fraying GOP support in a key state: In this swing state, every voting bloc can make a difference. That includes Maricopa ...
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These Mormon women are rejecting Trump, fraying GOP support in a key state
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Sliding to a crisis: These numbers show Labor cannot win on the vibe: The old assumption about a Labor victory at the next election is well and truly out of date ...
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Sliding to a crisis: These numbers show Labor cannot win on the vibe
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Biden wins Alaska Democratic primary: President Biden has won the Alaska Democratic presidential primary, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ ...
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Biden wins Alaska Democratic primary
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Trump protest vote warnings: In the key battleground of Wisconsin on Tuesday, 20.8% of GOP voters cast a ballot for a candidate other than Trump.
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Trump protest vote warnings
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Abortion could dominate the 2024 election in Florida. Will that help Democrats flip the state?
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Abortion could dominate the 2024 election in Florida. Will that help ...
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McCormick wins Pennsylvania GOP Senate primary: Businessman David McCormick has won the Republican nomination for Senate in Pennsylvania ...
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McCormick wins Pennsylvania GOP Senate primary
Quick Glance: Pennsylvania's U.S. Senate Showdown: Casey vs. McCormick
  • Bob Casey and David McCormick's primary victories set the stage for a high-stakes U.S. Senate contest in Pennsylvania.

  • The upcoming general election campaign promises to be intense, with Casey's focus on 'greedflation' and McCormick challenging his opponent's policies.

  • The race holds significance in determining Senate control, with Casey as a Biden ally and McCormick endorsed by Trump, impacting the delicate Senate majority balance.

  • The candidates' differing approaches to key issues like economy, immigration, and foreign policy will shape the outcome in a pivotal 2024 election year.
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Trump wins Puerto Rico primary unopposed: Former President Trump secured 23 more delegates for the GOP convention on Sunday with a victory in the Puerto Rico ...
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Trump wins Puerto Rico primary unopposed
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Sununu and Stephanopoulos spar over Trump: The ABC host repeatedly challenged Sununu over his support for Trump, given all his past chastisements of him.
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Sununu and Stephanopoulos spar over Trump
Quick Glance: N.H. Governor Supports Trump Despite Controversy
  • New Hampshire Republican Governor Chris Sununu stated his backing for former President Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election, despite acknowledging Trump's role in the Capitol insurrection of January 6, 2021.

  • Sununu emphasized that his support for Trump is more about the Republican administration and values rather than the individual candidate, expressing that a significant percentage of Americans favor Trump's return to the presidency.

  • Addressing the possibility of Trump facing legal challenges, Sununu highlighted the preference for focusing on substantial issues over legal matters in the Republican Party, accepting Trump as a symbol of the desired cultural change within the party.

  • When questioned about his personal stance on Trump, Sununu reiterated his alignment with the majority of Americans who continue to support Trump's presidential candidacy despite concerns over his past actions and potential legal issues.
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House Republicans issue demands for next Texas speaker: The two dozen Republican signatories called on the next House leader to commit to their list of ...
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House Republicans issue demands for next Texas speaker
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N.Y. trial’s focus on tawdry scandal could underscore Trump’s weakness with women
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N.Y. trial’s focus on tawdry scandal could underscore Trump’s weakness ...
Quick Glance: Trump's Sex Life Unveiled as Hush Money Trial Begins
  • The opening day of Donald Trump’s criminal trial delved deep into his tabloid-fodder sex life, as lawyers and the judge debated how many salacious details jurors should eventually hear as they decide whether he broke the law to cover up hush money payments.

  • The historic first trial of a former U.S. president began Monday in a storied courthouse that has seen a host of high-profile cases over the years, from rap stars to movie moguls, but never one with such potential consequences for the nation and the world.

  • Despite Trump's open contempt for the trial, he was not disruptive in court but rather disinterested. However, Trump's lawyers managed to prevent jurors from being informed about specific allegations of sexual misconduct from 2016.

  • Prosecutors plan to highlight Trump's relationship with adult-film actress Stormy Daniels and other women in court to show that he paid hush money to protect his political image.
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Why Biden and Democrats are talking so much about freedom: When Vice President Kamala Harris rushed to Arizona late last week after the state Supreme Court ...
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Why Biden and Democrats are talking so much about freedom
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Trump raises $8 million at Orlando-area fundraiser, attorney says: Donald Trump drew a crowd of supporters outside a campaign fundraiser held by prominent ...
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Trump raises $8 million at Orlando-area fundraiser, attorney says
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Trump defends judge in classified documents case — again: Trump has repeatedly attacked judges and legal teams in his other criminal cases.
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Trump defends judge in classified documents case — again
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GOP Senate candidate attacks NYT reporter over article on his upbringing: Pennsylvania Republican Senate candidate Dave McCormick posted several times online ...
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GOP Senate candidate attacks NYT reporter over article on his upbringing
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Former Capitol Police officer warns that ‘nothing is preventing’ another Jan. 6: Former U.S. Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn warned that “nothing is ...
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Former Capitol Police officer warns that ‘nothing is preventing’ another ...
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Democratic Sen. Jon Tester hopes to secure another win in deep-red Montana : Tester is the last Democrat holding statewide office as Republicans have dominated ...
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Democratic Sen. Jon Tester hopes to secure another win in deep-red Montana ...
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Republican Jewish Coalition backs primary challenge to Virginia Rep. Bob Good: A major Republican Jewish group became the latest notable organization to back a ...
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Republican Jewish Coalition backs primary challenge to Virginia Rep ...
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Trump seeks to give boost to RFK Jr.: Former President Trump and his allies are actively trying to give Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign a boost ...
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Trump seeks to give boost to RFK Jr.
Quick Glance: RFK Jr. Consultant Terminated for Comments on Removing Biden
  • Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent presidential campaign has ended its contract with a consultant who urged people to vote for him to 'get rid of Biden', even if it means electing Donald Trump.

  • Campaign manager Amaryllis Fox announced the decision in response to a supporter's request to distance the campaign from consultant Rita Palma.

  • Palma misrepresented her role in the campaign, leading to an immediate termination of her contract, as stated by Fox.

  • The consultant falsely claimed to be the New York State Director of the campaign at an event unaffiliated with the campaign, resulting in her dismissal.
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The evolution of Mike Johnson on Ukraine: From backbencher to House speaker, Mike Johnson has done a dramatic turnabout on aid to Ukraine ...
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The evolution of Mike Johnson on Ukraine
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With or without Biden, Democrats are stuck with Kamala Harris: There is one certainty in 2024’s tumultuous campaign: If Biden goes, Harris stays. 
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With or without Biden, Democrats are stuck with Kamala Harris
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Trump’s influence looms large over congressional Republicans: On national security, Ukraine, abortion and the border, congressional Republicans and 2024 ...
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Trump’s influence looms large over congressional Republicans
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Boebert clinches top spot on primary ballot in new Colorado district: Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) clinched the first spot on the ballot for her Colorado GOP ...
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Boebert clinches top spot on primary ballot in new Colorado district
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Pennsylvania race previews Democrats’ plan to focus campaign on democracy: The bid to oust Republican Rep. Scott Perry has centered on his involvement in Donald ...
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Pennsylvania race previews Democrats’ plan to focus campaign on democracy
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Gavin Newsom Can’t Help Himself: The California governor has made clear that he’s not running for president in 2024. But he’s getting antsy.
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Gavin Newsom Can’t Help Himself
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One poll question summarizes eight years of Donald Trump: Asked who they trust for information about Ukraine, Republicans were most likely to point to the former ...
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One poll question summarizes eight years of Donald Trump
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Pennsylvania primaries 2024: Live results and analysis: 538 analysts live-blog the April 23 Pennsylvania primaries, which will set up general elections for ...
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Pennsylvania primaries 2024: Live results and analysis
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From Project 2025 to Christian nationalists, these groups could define Trump’s second term
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From Project 2025 to Christian nationalists, these groups could define ...
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Ex-Ford foundation member calls Liz Cheney 'only person on this planet' worthy of top award after snub he says was over Trump
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Ex-Ford foundation member calls Liz Cheney 'only person on this planet' ...
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New federal grants aimed to support elections. Many voting officials didn't see a dime
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New federal grants aimed to support elections. Many voting officials ...
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U.S.-Israel politics set to roil Democratic primaries: Republican donors and pro-Israel Democrats are working to defeat some of the most liberal members of the ...
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U.S.-Israel politics set to roil Democratic primaries
Quick Glance: Israel’s Military Recovers Hostage's Body in Gaza Amid Cease-Fire Talks
  • Israel's military found the body of a 47-year-old farmer held hostage in Gaza.

  • The discovery renewed pressure on Israel's government to secure the release of hostages.

  • The U.N. warned of an imminent shameful famine in Gaza.

  • The destruction of hospitals in Gaza has severely impacted the health system.
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Trump ramps up fundraising to close gap with Biden: Former President Trump and his allies are ramping up fundraising to close a money gap between him and ...
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Trump ramps up fundraising to close gap with Biden
Quick Glance: Trump campaign expects $50 million haul at fundraiser
  • Former President Trump is expected to rake in approximately $50 million at a fundraising event in Palm Beach, Florida, on Saturday night, under the leadership of hedge fund billionaire John Paulson. This amount would double what three Democratic presidents recently raised for President Biden’s reelection campaign war chest.

  • The expected sum would double the amount raised by Biden's campaign at a fundraiser in New York City last week.

  • The event will help support Trump's campaign, the Republican National Committee (RNC), his Save America PAC, and state GOP parties under their joint fundraising agreement.

  • Trump and the RNC announced that they raised more than $65.6 million last month and entered April with over $91.3 million in cash. The Biden campaign's fundraising arm was also active in March, revealing a $90 million haul for the month and starting the second quarter with $192 million in cash on hand.