Democratic leaders rally around Biden as discontent grows within ranks
Democratic leaders on Capitol Hill are rallying around President Biden as scores of lawmakers in the party privately — and publicly — question his viability at the top of the ticket after his...
View ArticleSanders says the media has made politics 'into a beauty contest'
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) on Monday called on President Biden to focus more on policy while making his case to voters and blamed the media for turning politics "into a beauty contest." CNN's Kaitlan...
View ArticleTrump's VP search enters homestretch
Former President Trump’s search for a running mate is entering the homestretch, with an announcement expected in the coming days. Sources said the former president is still focused on Sens. Marco...
View ArticleDem senators ask DOJ to investigate Clarence Thomas for possible tax law...
Two Democratic senators are asking Attorney General Merrick Garland to appoint a special counsel to investigate Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas for possible tax law violations. Sens. Sheldon...
View ArticleUS Marshal involved in shooting near Sotomayor’s DC home
A U.S. Marshal while on duty outside Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s residence shot an attempted carjacker last week, court and police records show. The documents indicate an 18-year-old suspect pulled up...
View ArticlePence calls RNC platform changes on abortion 'a profound disappointment'
Former Vice President Mike Pence admonished GOP leaders Tuesday for approving a 2024 party platform that significantly shifted its stance on abortion, calling on delegates to restore the previous...
View ArticleDemocrats back Biden in lopsided internal debate
Democrats emerging from a closed-door meeting Tuesday to discuss President Biden's political future offered support for their party leader a day after the White House's full-court press to beat back...
View ArticleBiden committed to finishing second term as questions swirl over fitness for...
President Biden is committed to serving a full second term if he wins reelection in November, the White House said Tuesday amid questions about his mental acuity and fitness for office following a...
View ArticleNewsom embraces role as embattled Biden's 'cheerleader in chief'
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), one of President Biden’s ardent defenders, has emerged as a key public voice attempting to soothe Democratic fears over the incumbent. Newsom was at last month’s...
View ArticleRep. Mikie Sherrill calls for Biden to withdraw
Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-N.J.) on Tuesday called on President Biden to step aside in the 2024 presidential race, becoming the seventh House Democrat to publicly urge the incumbent to withdraw following...
View ArticleUS, allies to send Ukraine 5 strategic air defense systems
President Biden announced that NATO allies will be providing Ukraine with a significant air defense package, in remarks kicking off the 75th anniversary celebrations of the alliance and a three-day...
View ArticleTide beginning to turn in Biden’s favor — for now
Democrats on Capitol Hill are coalescing — comfortably or not — behind the idea of keeping President Biden as their 2024 nominee despite a disastrous debate performance last month that prompted calls...
View ArticleRepublicans happily watch Democratic turmoil over Biden
House Republicans watching Democrats grapple with President Biden's political future are glad to be on the sidelines of an internal brawl that has the potential to weaken Biden and his party. GOP...
View ArticlePolitical earthquakes rock New Jersey's Democratic machine
A series of political earthquakes has shaken New Jersey’s Democratic machine to its core over the past year as a new generation of leaders looks to bring change to the Garden State. It’s a moment...
View ArticleRudy Giuliani's bankruptcy reaches a crossroads
One way or another, Rudy Giuliani’s ability to leverage bankruptcy to retain control of his finances appears headed for an end. But the question remains, what’s next? U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Sean Lane...
View ArticleRepublicans have 65 percent chance of winning House
Republicans have a two-thirds chance of retaining their House majority in November, a warning sign for Democrats as President Biden struggles to tamp down concerns over the impact of his candidacy...
View ArticleVulnerable House Democrat calls on Biden to step aside in 2024 race
Rep. Pat Ryan (D-N.Y.), a vulnerable House Democrat, is calling on President Biden to step aside in the 2024 race, becoming the eighth lawmaker in the lower chamber to publicly urge the incumbent to...
View ArticleTrump calls Biden 'bad guy': 'Don't feel badly for him'
Former President Trump said that people should not feel bad for President Biden as he navigates the backlash from last month’s debate. “And, you know, somebody told me, ‘I feel sorry for him because...
View ArticleGiuliani hearing devolves into chaos as judge signals bankruptcy dismissal
A judge signaled he’ll dismiss Rudy Giuliani’s bankruptcy after a chaotic hearing Wednesday in which the judge at one point threatened to cut off the ex-New York City mayor’s microphone for...
View ArticleDeSantis expected to speak at GOP convention
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) will speak during next week’s Republican National Convention, a source familiar with the plans confirmed, after initial uncertainty whether he would be given a slot. The...
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