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U.S. President Joe Biden addresses the nation on his decision to end his reelection bid in Washington

Daily News Lesson July 25 2024

Biden explains decision to end 2024 bid in Oval Office address

Learn about President Biden's decision to drop out and how this affects the election

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris attends a campaign event in West Allis, Wisconsin

Daily News Lesson July 24 2024

Democrats endorse Kamala Harris for presidential run

Learn how Kamala Harris has solidified Democratic support

Day 3 of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Daily News Lesson July 19 2024

Trump claims 'greatest invasion in history' happening at southern border

Watch and fact-check clips from Trump's speech at the RNC.

U.S. Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) trial in connection with an alleged corrupt relationship with three New Jersey businessmen, in New York City

Daily News Lesson July 18 2024

New Jersey Sen. Menendez convicted of corruption charges

Democratic leaders call for his resignation

Daily News Lesson July 17 2024

Connections between religion and politics in America

Learn about one pastor's opinions on religion and politics

Daily News Lesson July 16 2024

Art in action: How students can explore history through art in a national competiton

See the projects made by students in this year's National History Day competition

Daily News Lesson July 11 2024

Decades-old lawsuit against the gun industry may soon end

Learn about how changing laws in Indiana may close a 25-year lawsuit effort to reduce gun violence in Gary, Indiana

Daily News Lesson July 03 2024

Oklahoma education head discusses why he's mandating public schools teach the Bible

Learn about Oklahoma's new requirement for the Bible to be taught in all public schools

President Richard Nixon seated at his desk in the White House Oval Office

Lesson Plan April 12 2024

Lesson plan: Watergate and the limits of presidential power

On August 9, 1974, President Richard M. Nixon resigned from the Oval Office. Use this resource to teach young people about this period in U.S. history.

Daily News Lesson April 07 2024

Brooks and Capehart discuss war in Gaza following deaths of World Central Kitchen aid workers

Discussion as to whether or not the attack was a turning point ensues

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