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Kevin McCarthy is leaving Congress. He’s not alone.In the U.S., the unusually high number of lawmakers stepping down has been interpreted by some as a sign of greater congressional dysfunction.
First LookTrump claims immunity in Jan. 6 lawsuits. Federal court disagrees.While a federal appeals court dismissed Donald Trump’s claims that presidential immunity shields him from liability in capital riot-related lawsuits, it says Mr. Trump can still try to prove that his actions were taken in his official capacity as president.
Congress sets precedent by expelling Rep. George SantosIn only the sixth expulsion ever from the U.S. House, the issue was not just ethical concerns around Mr. Santos’ conduct, but also how expelling someone prior to a criminal conviction could undermine Congress as an institution.
DeSantis vs. Newsom: How Florida and California really stack upFox News hosts a debate tonight between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and California Gov. Gavin Newsom. Our graphics offer factual context on these dueling states.
In New York fraud trial, Trump defense goes on offenseFormer President Donald Trump is mounting a fierce defense in the New York civil case, attacking the judge and paving the way for a likely appeal.
Why 2024 could be a big year for third-party candidatesMany voters say they want an alternative to the major-party front-runners. But can independent candidates be anything other than spoilers?
Can team Biden avoid a one-term presidency?Joe Biden faces significant head winds in his reelection bid. Does his position suggest a one-term presidency, or are there factors at play that might assist him over the next year?
FocusHow a migrant crisis reshapes New York – and Mayor Eric AdamsWhen Eric Adams won the New York City mayorship, no one anticipated a migrant crisis would define his early years. His handling of the influx has transformed him into a national voice on immigration.
First LookEthics report says Santos lied to Election Commission, embezzled fundsThe House Ethics panel found Nov. 16 that it found “substantial evidence” of conscious lawbreaking by Republican Rep. George Santos of New York.
New House speaker passes first test: Avoid shutdownHard-right Republicans aren’t happy about the stopgap funding measure, but they’re giving their new speaker some room to maneuver. How long that lasts is another question.
In Michigan’s Macomb County, uncertainty over ‘Bidenomics’A visit to a swing county reveals an economic quandary: Despite strong job growth, voters have persistent concerns about inflation and housing costs.
Trump-less debate underscores GOP divisions on key issuesDonald Trump remains the likely Republican nominee, even as crosscurrents on foreign policy, abortion bans, and Social Security are widening.
First LookDemocrats split on Israel, poll shows. Can Biden walk tightrope?Forty-six percent of Democratic voters disapprove of how President Joe Biden is handling the Israel-Hamas war, according to an AP-NORC poll. It is unclear how the president will bridge the divisions in his party as the 2024 elections near.
Abortion boosts Democrats at the polls – again. Will it help Biden?Abortion propelled Democrats to victory Tuesday even in red states like Ohio and Kentucky. But it may not put President Joe Biden over the top in 2024.
First LookVote to censure Rep. Tlaib reflects growing pattern in HouseLate on Nov. 7, the House finally voted to censure Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib of Michigan over her anti-Israeli government rhetoric after multiple failed attempts. Ms. Tlaib is the 26th person to ever be censured by the chamber, and the second of 2023.
First LookHe was wrongfully imprisoned. Now, he might win a NYC Council seat.Yusef Salaam is poised to win a seat on the New York City Council, decades after being wrongly imprisoned. Elsewhere in New York, local elections could offer clues about how the city’s suburbs could vote in next year’s congressional elections.
In fraud trial, Trump brings his campaign to the courtroomOn Monday, Donald Trump testified in his civil fraud trial in New York. As on the campaign trail, he portrayed himself as a victim, the prosecutor as a political hack, and the judge as biased.
First LookWhy Biden plans to veto GOP $14.5 billion in military aid for IsraelA multi-billion dollar aid package was approved by the House on Nov 2, but without humanitarian assistance for Gaza. President Joe Biden says he will veto the bill. As Rep. Mike Johnson’s first test as House speaker, the next steps remain uncertain.
Rashida Tlaib pushes for cease-fire in Gaza – and faces blowbackRashida Tlaib leads a vocal minority in Congress opposed to President Biden’s handling of the Israel-Hamas war. A GOP effort to censure her failed.
First LookArab Americans sour on Biden amid Gaza crisis, poll showsArab Americans, who traditionally vote Democratic, are turning their backs on President Joe Biden over his support of Israel in its war against Gaza – bringing the president’s reelection prospects in crucial battleground states into question.
