Jul 16 America already tried permanent daylight saving time. Could it work now? By Deepti Hajela, Associated Press It's an idea whose time, as it were, may have come — again. Continue reading
Jul 16 WATCH: Trump delivers primetime address on election system By Michelle L. Price, Eric Tucker, Collin Binkley, Associated Press President Donald Trump used a primetime address to the nation Thursday to elevate his yearslong push to raise doubts about the legitimacy of U.S. elections and dispute his 2020 loss in an appeal for more restrictive voting laws ahead of… Continue reading
Jul 16 WATCH: Rubio speaks at conference on political terrorism By Farnoush Amiri, Meg Kinnard, Associated Press Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday convened leaders from more than 60 countries to take part in the Trump administration's latest effort to quell what it calls “left wing” political terrorism, a marquee issue for Republicans heading into the… Continue reading
Jul 16 WATCH: Trump believes his Kalshi-betting teleprompter operator is a 'disgrace,' Leavitt says By Hannah Grabenstein Leavitt added that no other staffers are under investigation and that the White House counsel had no awareness of the alleged bets. Continue reading
Jul 16 How conspiracy theories have shaped America By Judy Woodruff From the American Revolution to today, conspiracy theories have been part of the American story in ways that may surprise us. In this episode of Judy Woodruff’s “In Pursuit of Happiness,” she sits down with Jesse Walker, author of “The… Continue reading
Jul 16 Trump's address may focus on the 2020 election. Here's what to know about foreign interference, voting security By Alex Min, Amy Sherman, PolitiFact President Donald Trump is set to address the nation July 16 with an expected primetime focus on election integrity. Reports from intelligence experts show that the 2020 election was secure and foreign governments’ attempts at interference did not affect voting. Continue reading
Jul 16 WATCH: Jennifer Bos makes emotional opening statement about daughter's death in Blanche confirmation hearing By Erica R. Hendry "Illegal immigration, sanctuary policies, the fentanyl crisis and cashless bail. I'm so grateful that the whole of this administration with Todd Blanche leading the DOJ has prioritized all four of these issues," Bos said. Continue reading
Jul 16 Trump immediately fires the new court-appointed top prosecutor in Seattle By Gene Johnson, Associated Press President Donald Trump fired the new top U.S. prosecutor in Seattle on Wednesday less than an hour after the attorney was unanimously appointed by the federal judges in the district, highlighting tensions between the courts and the president over the… Continue reading
Jul 16 WATCH: Tillis says he won't vote to confirm Blanche unless nominee meets with Epstein survivors By Maria Ramirez Uribe To clear the committee, attorney general nominee Todd Blanche needs the support of all Republicans. Continue reading
Jul 16 Trump is taking longer to approve disaster aid and denying Democratic states more frequently By David A. Lieb, M.K. Wildeman, Associated Press When major disasters strike, Americans are routinely waiting weeks — or even months — to receive presidential approval for aid. And if they live in a state that didn't support President Donald Trump, chances are greater that aid will be… Continue reading