May 04 WATCH: Louisiana governor gives coronavirus update By Nicole Winfield, Tim Sullivan, Associated Press In Louisiana, Republican legislators irritated by Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards’ decision to extend the state's stay-at-home order through May 15 were eager to return to work. Continue reading
May 04 Senate reopens despite risks as House preps more virus aid By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press The 100 senators are convening for the first time since March, while the House is staying away due to the health risks, as the conflicted Congress reflects an uneasy nation. Continue reading
May 04 Russia could try to covertly advise candidates in 2020, DHS and FBI warned By Eric Tucker, Associated Press The Department of Homeland Security and FBI warned states earlier this year that Russia could look to interfere in the 2020 U.S. elections by covertly advising political candidates and campaigns. Continue reading
May 04 5 key cases to follow during the Supreme Court's historic phone arguments By Marcia Coyle During historic telephonic arguments this week and next, the U.S. Supreme Court will take up major challenges involving access to President Donald Trump's financial records, birth control health insurance, "faithless electors" in presidential elections and the constitutionality of the federal… Continue reading
May 04 Senate secretary declines Biden's request to release possible Reade documents By Alexandra Jaffe, Associated Press The secretary of the Senate has declined Joe Biden's request to release any potential documents pertaining to an allegation of sexual assault against him from a former Senate staffer, citing confidentiality requirements under the law. Continue reading
May 04 Hezbollah backs Lebanese government's efforts to get financial help from IMF, but urges caution By Associated Press The leader of Lebanon's Hezbollah has thrown his support behind the Lebanese government seeking financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund but said it should negotiate the conditions cautiously. Continue reading
May 04 WATCH: D.C. mayor says more than 5,000 total cases in nation's capital By Candice Norwood This total includes about 260 deaths and 450 people hospitalized as a result of contracting the virus. Continue reading
May 04 WATCH: South Dakota governor gives coronavirus update By Associated Press South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is holding a news conference to give an update on the state's efforts to fight the novel coronavirus. Continue reading
May 04 WATCH: New York City will distribute 7.5 million free face masks By Candice Norwood New York City has a sufficient supply of PPE to address the novel coronavirus pandemic for the first time since March, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Monday. Continue reading
May 04 WATCH: Joe Biden calls for premium pay for essential workers at virtual forum By Associated Press Joe Biden is calling for extra premium pay for the nation's essential workers, from healthcare employees to those who work in grocery stores and meatpacking plants. Continue reading