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- ‘What does this actually change?’ Our reporters catch you up on impeachment.
We asked readers to send in questions about impeachment. Elliot Kim from Fullerton, California, hit on something that’s top of mind for many: “What does this actually change?”
- Politics WatchWhat constitutes 'impeachable' conduct?
Ultimately, a majority of the House and two-thirds of the Senate will get to define what’s impeachable – and that may hinge on a number of factors.
- Does Trump’s Navy SEAL pardon undermine military justice?
President Donald Trump’s pardon of Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher over war crimes has disrupted the usual process of the military justice system.
- For those personally touched by Watergate, Trump drama resonates
Those with direct connections to past impeachment dramas say the situation with President Donald Trump feels both familiar and – different.
- Monitor BreakfastRNC Chair Ronna McDaniel made history at our breakfast
The Monitor Breakfast's first 'third generation' guest, Ronna (Romney) McDaniel was open about her conflict with ‘Uncle Mitt’ and about being a woman and mother in politics.
- First LookWhy Michael Bloomberg plans to skip early 2020 primary states
Michael Bloomberg, one of the world's richest men, says America "cannot afford four more years of President Trump's reckless and unethical actions."
- Impeachment scorecard: A House, and nation, still divided
Judging by the impact of the last two weeks of open House impeachment hearings, the nation is no closer to consensus.
- Did Ukraine interfere in the 2016 election? Three questions.
President Trump has suggested Ukraine meddled in the 2016 campaign – hence his request for investigations. Part of what he alleges has been debunked.
- Impeachment’s rock stars: Powerful women
The impeachment hearings have showcased the expertise and intellect of professional women. Politics aside, women’s advocates say it’s significant.
- Monitor Breakfast‘These are two grown men’: RNC chair on Uncle Mitt versus Trump
At a Monitor Breakfast, GOP Chair Ronna (Romney) McDaniel spoke about the intra-party feud between her uncle, Utah Sen. Mitt Romney, and President Trump.
- First LookUS Senate race in New Mexico adds GOP Navajo Nation member
Elisa Martinez, a Latina Republican and a member of the Navajo Nation, is running for New Mexico's U.S. Senate seat.
- Sondland impeachment testimony: Two perspectives
Throughout the impeachment inquiry, Democrats and Republicans seem to be viewing separate events. Here are two views of Gordon Sondland's testimony.
- Politics Watch'Bombshell' testimony? Or just another Wednesday?
Ambassador Gordon Sondland testified to a quid pro quo between the White House and Ukraine. But to President Trump’s allies, it’s more of the same.
- As Latinos’ political clout grows, could U.S. follow path of California?
Will President Donald Trump’s immigration stance be the kind of catalyst for Latinos nationwide that Proposition 187 was in California in the 1990s?
- On impeachment, Jim Jordan goes for the takedown
The Ohio congressman has been given a prominent role in the public impeachment hearings – a nod to his bare-knuckle style and appeal to the GOP base.
- First LookLessons from Louisiana for Democrats and Republicans
In Louisiana, voter turnout was high among urban African Americans and suburban college-educated white women, who have leaned away from the GOP.
- Who can win in 2020? Voters shift focus toward centrists.
Democratic voters fret over how to win key states, opening a door for centrist candidates or possible newcomers Deval Patrick and Michael Bloomberg.
- First LookKentucky's gubernatorial race finally over as Bevin concedes
Gov. Matt Bevin ended his call for a recanvass as it became clear the result wouldn't change. His rival, Andy Beshear, now enters divided government.
- ‘My dear friend’: Why Trump-Erdoğan ties endure
In a controversial White House visit, President Trump said he was a "big fan" of Turkey’s authoritarian leader but also exposed him to U.S. Senate critics.
- Politics WatchExpanding Democratic field reflects jitters over Trump – and the unknown
Deval Patrick’s last-minute entry may say less about other 2020 contenders than about President Trump’s potential ability to expand the electorate.