Politics

WATCH: Trump, coronavirus task force speak from the White House

By Jonathan Lemire, Jill Colvin, Associated Press

President Donald Trump has offered mixed messaging while taking a series of other extraordinary steps to steady the nation, its day-to-day life suddenly and fundamentally altered. Watch the latest news briefing here live.

Tulsi Gabbard ends her 2020 presidential campaign

By Associated Press

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, D-Hawaii, offers full support to former Vice President Joe Biden.

USDA fights to purge food stamps recipients despite pandemic

By Ashraf Khalil, Associated Press

The Agriculture Department says it will appeal a judge's ruling that it would be "arbitrary and capricious" to move forward during a global health crisis with food stamp changes that could force hundreds of thousands from the program.

Arizona elections chief seeks move toward all-mail elections

By Jonathan J. Cooper, Associated Press

Democratic Secretary of State Katie Hobbs said Wednesday that "we need to prepare now for any eventuality."…

Weld ends Republican primary challenge to Trump

By Associated Press

Bill Weld, the former Massachusetts governor, is the final major Republican challenger to President Donald Trump to leave the race.

Senate passes coronavirus response measure to provide sick leave and free testing

By Jonathan Lemire, Jill Colvin, Associated Press

The Senate overwhelming passed a second coronavirus response bill, sending it to Trump to enact with his signature.

GOP pushes back on Kansas governor for closing schools

By John Hanna, Associated Press

Conservatives said Kelly's order to close schools was an overreaction. The measure also would prohibit her from confiscating guns. Kelly hasn't suggested taking such action.

German leader calls novel coronavirus biggest challenge since WWII

By Kirsten Grieshaber, Associated Press

She said everyone in Germany must help protect those most vulnerable to infection, illness and death.

U.S. struggles to fill requests for protective gear

By Andrew Selsky, Associated Press

The federal government is rushing protective equipment to states for medical workers who will be on the front lines of the growing coronavirus pandemic. But at least in three states, promised deliveries are falling far short of requests.

Q&A — What does 90-day tax payment delay mean for filers?

By Sarah Skidmore Sell, Martin Crutsinger, Associated Press

The Trump administration has announced that most individuals and businesses will be allowed to delay paying their federal tax bills for 90 days as part of an emergency relief plan amid the coronavirus pandemic.