Oct 03 Biden speaks to allies about continued support for Ukraine after passing bill that dropped request for aid By Seung Min Kim, Darlene Superville, Associated Press The White House says President Joe Biden has been in touch with U.S. allies and partners to discuss continued support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia. Continue reading
Oct 03 Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to gun charges after plea deal fails By Lindsay Whitehurst, Claudia Lauer, Associated Press Federal prosecutors had been looking into his business dealings for five years, and the agreement would have dispensed with criminal proceedings before his father was actively campaigning for president in 2024. Continue reading
Sep 29 WATCH: Gen. Milley delivers defense of democracy in farewell address By Lolita C. Baldor, Tara Copp, Associated Press Milley delivered a full-throated defense of democracy and not-so-subtle swipes at Trump during a packed ceremony on Friday as he closed out his four, often tumultuous years as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Continue reading
Sep 28 WATCH: Biden offers dire warnings about Trump in democracy-focused address By Seung Min Kim, Jonathan J. Cooper, Associated Press The 2024 election is still more than a year away, yet Biden’s focus reflects Trump’s status as the undisputed frontrunner for his party’s nomination despite facing four indictments. Continue reading
Sep 27 3 experts on the UAW strike and why we’re seeing an American labor ‘upsurge’ By Kenichi Serino Capping off a summer of strikes, the move by United Auto Workers is the result of decades of workers' dissatisfaction and the belief that now is the moment to flex their strength. Continue reading
Sep 27 WATCH: The Biden Impeachment Hearings – Day 1 By Farnoush Amiri, Lisa Mascaro, Eric Tucker, Associated Press House Republicans launched their first hearing Thursday promising to “provide accountability” as they probe the family's finances and the lucrative business dealings of Biden's son Hunter. Continue reading
Sep 26 United Farm Workers endorses Biden, says he’s an ‘authentic champion’ for workers By Darlene Superville, Associated Press The union on Tuesday said the Democratic president has proven throughout his life that he's an "authentic champion" for workers and their families, regardless of race or national origin. Continue reading
Sep 26 WATCH: Biden makes historic visit to UAW picket line, tells union to ‘stick with it’ By Seung Min Kim, Tom Krishner, Chris Megerian, Associated Press President Joe Biden has joined the United Auto Workers on the 12th day of their strike against major carmakers, a demonstration of support for organized labor apparently unparalleled in presidential history. Continue reading
Sep 26 Biden to show solidarity with striking UAW workers in historic move By Seung Min Kim, Tom Krisher, Chris Megerian, Associated Press Biden's trip to join a picket line in the suburbs of Detroit is the most significant demonstration of his pro-union bona fides, a record that includes vocal support for unionization efforts at Amazon.com facilities and executive actions that promoted worker… Continue reading
Sep 25 Biden tells Pacific islands leaders he hears their warnings about climate change and is committed to act By Aamer Madhani, Will Weissert, Associated Press Pacific islands leaders gathered on Monday for a White House summit. Many have been critical of rich countries for not doing enough to control climate change despite being responsible for much of the problem. Continue reading