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First LookSteve Bannon charged with defrauding 'Build the Wall' donorsFormer White House adviser Steve Bannon was arrested for defrauding donors in an online fundraising scheme. 100% of donations were promised to go toward the "We Build the Wall" project, but Mr. Bannon allegedly used large sums for personal expenses.
First Look'No vaccine for racism,' says Harris. She accepts VP nomination.California Sen. Kamala Harris formally accepted the vice presidential nomination on Wednesday night, cementing her place in U.S. history. She spoke about her upbringing, the future of the Democratic Party, and her friendship with Beau Biden.
First LookHow Florida, known for election meltdowns, nailed mail-in votingFlorida has historically been the site of the country's most contentious, drawn-out elections. But its swift primaries just set a new standard for voting during the pandemic. Other states are taking note of Florida's model as Election Day approaches.
Politics WatchThe Russia Report returns . . . from the GOPThe Republican-led Senate Intelligence Committee released a report on Russia's interference in the 2016 election. Like the special counsel's findings last year, it's no exoneration.
In Kamala Harris’ richly textured background, a portrait of America todayThe California senator was raised in a multicultural, interfaith family, and has also created one of her own.
First LookHow Richmond plans to remove its Robert E. Lee statueCareful plans for removing the 13-ton Robert E. Lee statue in Richmond, Virginia, are being drawn up. Worker safety is one of several concerns amid tense debate over the Confederate monument.
First LookRepublicans join Dems on virtual stage at second night of DNCDemocrats formally nominated Joe Biden in a second convention night packed with speeches from former presidents, party elders, rising stars, and a handful of Republicans. The program focused on President Trump's morality and ability to lead.
Post office chief halts cuts – but concerns about election remainPostmaster General Louis DeJoy said Tuesday that he would postpone cost-cutting measures until after the November election.
First LookPostmaster General halts USPS reforms after the electionPostmaster General Louis DeJoy announced that he would hold off on making any changes to the U.S. Postal Service until after the November election, following an outcry by Democrats and others that service cuts could slow mail-in ballots.
First LookFrom teacher to possible FLOTUS, Jill Biden next to speak at DNCAlthough reluctant to enter politics, Jill Biden has supported her husband through career challenges and intense personal loss. Now, she returns to her former high school classroom to deliver her DNC address.
First LookThree takeaways from first day of the DNC: Vote, vote, and voteMichelle Obama delivered an energizing keynote, Sen. Bernie Sanders backed Joe Biden's health care plan, and former Gov. John Kasich urged Republicans to back Biden over Donald Trump – who weighed in on Twitter – on opening night of the virtual Democratic National Convention.
Conventions raise curtain on a campaign like no otherHeavily shaped by the pandemic, the presidential contest is entering a new phase with back-to-back, mostly virtual political conventions.
First LookPro-Biden or anti-Trump? Most Biden/Harris voters say the latterWhile the Biden/Harris ticket doesn't settle the Democratic party's ideological divides on issues like universal health care and law enforcement, the Biden campaign has built a coalition of supporters who disapprove of the current president.
First LookAfter lost ballots and a court case, Puerto Rico's votes are inPuerto Rican Gov. Wanda Vázquez lost her pro-statehood party's primary to Pedro Pierluisi, who came in with 57% of the vote. The count was delayed after some polling stations ran out of ballots and the U.S. Supreme Court ordered a second round of voting.
Women and the vote: For women of color, the fight’s not overDuring the 2018 midterms, 53% of voters were women. Yet for some, a distrust of the system and other barriers keep them from the polls.
First LookPelosi calls House lawmakers back in political tussle over USPSDemocrat House Speaker Nancy Pelosi called lawmakers back early from the August recess to vote on a bill prohibiting the U.S. Postal Service from reducing service.
First Look'Can't have it': Trump speaks on USPS funding, mail-in votingIn an interview with Fox News, President Trump said Americans "can’t have universal mail-in voting" if a stalled relief bill that includes money for the postal service doesn't get through. Critics call it a blatant attempt to restrict voting rights.
First LookWhat the first Biden-Harris event tells us about their allianceDespite past differences, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris presented a united front for their first appearance as running mates. The campaign raised $26 million in the 24 hours after the announcement.
Politics WatchBouncy or brittle? Conventions near amid coronavirus uncertaintyThe four-year fanfare of party conventions will be toned down due to COVID-19. Those alterations will likely make an unpredictable election even more so.
First Look'Squad' member Ilhan Omar defends her seat in Minnesota primaryRep. Ilhan Omar defeated challenger Antone Melton-Meaux, whose campaign portrayed her as out of touch with the state's 5th district. One of the first Muslim women elected to Congress, Ms. Omar is known for her aggressive advocacy on liberal issues.
