Oct 25 12 suspicious packages and the growing concern over political rhetoric By Joshua Barajas A string of suspicious packages containing "potentially destructive devices" targeting nine public figures across the country this week has raised broader concerns about the kind of political rhetoric that has been amplified in the run-up to the 2018 midterm elections. Continue reading
Oct 25 Sanders dismisses criticism of Trump amid string of suspicious packages, says it’s ‘disgraceful’ By Associated Press She told reporters Thursday there's a big difference between "comments made and actions taken."… Continue reading
Oct 24 Watch 14:31 Bombs sent to CNN, prominent Democrats at time of political division Federal agents are investigating bomb scares targeting prominent Democrats, as well as CNN. Amna Nawaz reports on the political discourse that may have inspired it, as well as President Trump’s response. Hari Sreenivasan reports from New York. Judy Woodruff discusses… Continue watching
Oct 24 WATCH: Political violence has no place in U.S., Trump says of suspicious packages By Associated Press Trump says he received a briefing from federal officials earlier Wednesday on what he called the "despicable acts." He says that "a major federal investigation" is now underway. Continue reading
Oct 24 What we know about the ‘possible explosive devices’ By Joshua Barajas Suspicious packages containing “potentially destructive devices” were sent to at least five public officials across the country this week, all of them similar in appearance, FBI officials said Wednesday. Continue reading
Oct 22 WATCH: Obama says Republicans sow divisions in the U.S. By Associated Press Obama is expected to speak around 4 p.m. EDT. Watch the former president's remarks… Continue reading
Oct 09 Justices reject appeal to review Kavanaugh environmental ruling By Associated Press The Supreme Court is declining to review an environmental ruling written by Brett Kavanaugh in his former role as an appeals court judge. Continue reading
Oct 01 Obama endorses more than 200 Democrats ahead of midterms By Juana Summers, Associated Press Among the most prominent candidates to win Obama's support are Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the Democratic congressional candidate who won an upset primary victory this summer in New York; Andrew Gillum, the Tallahassee mayor who is running for governor in Florida; and… Continue reading
Sep 17 Is Barack Obama’s return good or bad for Democrats? By Juana Summers, Marc Levy, Associated Press Barack Obama's return poses challenges for both the former president and his party. Continue reading
Sep 11 AP fact check: Are Trump policies boosting the U.S. economy? By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett on Monday rebutted Obama's claim that his policies put the economy on a growth path that is now benefitting Trump. Continue reading