Dec 04 Watch 2:24 Biden's transition pushes ahead amid grim economic outlook The Biden White House transition continues though the president-elect is already facing what may be his greatest challenges, as the pandemic fills hospitals and jars the economy again. Meanwhile, the Trump campaign continues to lose its legal challenges in moving… Continue watching
Dec 04 In face of 'grim' jobs report, Biden backs more COVID-19 relief By Zeke Miller, Alexandra Jaffe, Associated Press Surging cases of the virus have led states and municipalities to roll back their re-opening plans. And more restrictions may be on the way as colder temperatures and holiday travel lead to new records for confirmed cases and deaths. Continue reading
Dec 04 Biden says Trump inaugural presence important to U.S. By Associated Press President-elect Joe Biden says it is important that President Donald Trump attend his inauguration only in the sense that it would demonstrate the nation’s commitment to a peaceful transfer of power between political rivals. Continue reading
Dec 04 Biden adjusting agenda to reflect narrow divide in Congress By Alexandra Jaffe, Associated Press President-elect Joe Biden is adjusting the scope of his agenda to meet the realities of governing under a divided Congress and the complications of legislating during a historic pandemic. Continue reading
Dec 04 Among first acts, Biden to call for 100 days of mask-wearing By Alexandra Jaffe, Associated Press Joe Biden says he will ask Americans to commit to 100 days of wearing masks as one of his first acts as president. He stopped just short Thursday of the nationwide mandate he’s pushed before to stop the spread of… Continue reading
Dec 04 Fauci says 'yes right on the spot' to Biden By Associated Press Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s chief infectious disease expert, says there was never a question that he would accept President-elect Joe Biden’s offer to serve as his chief medical officer and adviser on the coronavirus pandemic. Continue reading
Dec 03 VP-elect Kamala Harris picks Tina Flournoy to be her chief of staff By Kathleen Ronayne, Associated Press Flournoy's appointment as Harris' top staffer adds to a team of advisers led by Black women. Flournoy has served as chief of staff for former President Bill Clinton since 2013. Continue reading
Dec 03 Automakers prep for stronger efficiency standards under Biden By Tom Krisher, Associated Press Experts say there likely will be stronger requirements under Biden. But the new technology will push prices up, and dealers fear that buyers will still prefer SUVs and trucks. Continue reading
Dec 03 Biden picks Brian Deese for National Economic Council By Associated Press Biden said Thursday in a prerecorded video announcing the appointment that Deese is “someone who looks at hard problems and finds solutions that help make life better for American families.”… Continue reading
Dec 03 Biden facing growing pressure over secretary of defense pick By Steve Peoples, Robert Burns, Associated Press Black leaders have encouraged the incoming president to select an African American to diversify what has so far been an all-white prospective Cabinet, while others are pushing him to appoint a woman to lead the Department of Defense for the… Continue reading