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First LookWhy both parties are courting Wisconsin's Hispanic votersHispanic Americans are key demographic in this swing state, though they are far from a unified voting bloc. Republicans and Democrats alike are struggling to gain traction in Wisconsin leading up to Nov. 3.
First LookWhy the pressure is on for this year's vice presidential debateOften seen as an afterthought, Wednesday’s vice presidential debate is taking on greater weight in light of President Donald Trump’s coronavirus diagnosis. Both Vice President Mike Pence and Sen. Kamala Harris will be scrutinized for their leadership capabilities.
How a president and pandemic intertwinedPresident Trump’s handling of his health struggle has become a symbol of the White House approach to managing the crisis. How will history view it?
First LookUS presidents throughout history have kept illnesses hiddenThe White House shared little – or confusing – information about President Trump's COVID-19 illness. Historically, other U.S. presidents have done likewise.
Will Trump’s COVID-19 diagnosis change anything? Or everything?As the nation confronts a jarring October surprise, it could raise new questions about the electoral system’s ability to navigate and absorb shocks.
First LookDebate spurs rising tide of Black and Asian American votersVoters of color have watched the run-up to the Nov. 3 election and this week’s presidential debate with unease – and a renewed resolve to vote. “I hope that we take some of that frustration ... and use it to motivate ourselves to go to the polls,” said one voter.
First LookPresident Donald Trump tests positive for coronavirusPresident Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump have tested positive for the coronavirus – news that rattled the nation on Friday.
First LookTrump administration proposes further cuts in refugee admissionsThe Trump administration wants to further reduce the number of refugees admitted into the U.S. With the number of refugees already at historic lows, the move calls into question professed humanitarian values.
In Midwest, Trump’s ‘law and order’ message wins some, loses othersTrump’s call for ‘law and order’ isn’t helping him in Wisconsin and Minnesota
The ExplainerRanked choice voting is on the rise. What is it?Maine is set to be the first state to use a ranked choice system in a presidential race. Massachusetts and Alaska have ballot measures on the system.
Politics WatchThe pros and cons of presidential debatesSymbol of democracy or shameless partisan carnival? The first debate of 2020 has many wondering whether they're even worth it.
First LookTrump-Biden debate defined by interruptions, acrid tone. Who won?President Donald Trump’s and presidential candidate Joe Biden’s opposing views got some airing at Tuesday’s debate, but bitterness and interruptions were the defining characteristics. Moderator Chris Wallace struggled to maintain control.
Biden’s appeal: Is being the ‘anti-Trump’ enough?The former vice president is many things to many people. Perhaps most of all, he’s not Donald Trump.
Trump’s taxes: a question of leadership, not just legalityPresident Trump paid just $750 in taxes for 2017, according to records obtained by The New York Times.
First LookWhat to watch for in Tuesday's presidential debatePresident Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Joe Biden will have an opportunity to contrast their visions for the country in a televised debate. Likely topics include Mr. Trump’s tax history, the Supreme Court, and the coronavirus response.
First Look'I can't wait': Former refugees to cast first US votes on Nov. 3Former refugees will join some 860,000 immigrants in gaining U.S. citizenship this year and the right to vote in America. They say they are keen to cast their ballots, many coming from countries with limited voting freedoms.
First LookNew York Times: Trump paid just $750 in taxes in 2016 and 2017President Donald Trump is the only U.S. president in modern times not to make his taxes public. He paid no federal income taxes in 10 of the past 15 years, according to The New York Times.
First LookWhy Biden wants to focus on health care, not Justice BarrettJoe Biden's focus on health care reflects the Democrats' strategy to talk about how a conservative Supreme Court might affect Americans' everyday lives.
First LookTrump picks Amy Coney Barrett, launching court confirmation battleConservative groups and congressional allies of President Trump are seeking to lay the groundwork for a swift confirmation of the conservative judge.
First LookTrump says he won't concede. Is he bluffing?President Donald Trump has expressed doubt in any election outcome that results in a Joe Biden win. But Congressional Republicans have pushed back on his comments, saying they will honor the Constitution and accept the results peacefully.
