Democrats, Biden still juggling virtual convention details
Joe Biden’s presidential nominating convention will highlight the U.S. political spectrum from the left flank of New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to the Republican old guard of former Ohio Gov. John Kasich.
Joe Biden’s presidential nominating convention will highlight the U.S. political spectrum from the left flank of New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to the Republican old guard of former Ohio Gov. John Kasich.
Why choice of running mate matters more than usual this year
As the political world awaits the imminent announcement of Joe Biden’s vice-presidential pick, there is a real sense among allies and adversaries that the decision matters more in 2020.
As the political world awaits the imminent announcement of Joe Biden’s vice-presidential pick, there is a real sense among allies and adversaries that the decision matters more in 2020.
Puerto Ricans, upset at botched primary, demand answers
Puerto Ricans are demanding answers after botched primaries forced officials to reschedule voting at centers lacking ballots, an unprecedented decision being called a blow to the U.S. territory’s democracy.
Puerto Ricans are demanding answers after botched primaries forced officials to reschedule voting at centers lacking ballots, an unprecedented decision being called a blow to the U.S. territory’s democracy.
Trump's pandemic relief orders are limited in scope
The executive orders signed by President Donald Trump to help Americans cope with an economic recession are far less sweeping than any relief bill Congress could pass and raise questions about effective they will be.
The executive orders signed by President Donald Trump to help Americans cope with an economic recession are far less sweeping than any relief bill Congress could pass and raise questions about effective they will be.
States on hook for billions under Trump's unemployment plan
A plan from President Donald Trump to extend additional unemployment benefits requires states to provide 25 percent of the funds, and it's unclear whether states have the money or the will to do it.
A plan from President Donald Trump to extend additional unemployment benefits requires states to provide 25 percent of the funds, and it's unclear whether states have the money or the will to do it.
AP sources: Gov. Whitmer met with Joe Biden as he nears VP decision
Whitmer visited Biden last Sunday, according to two high-ranking Michigan Democrats who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the matter publicly. The first-term governor of the battleground state has long been on his short list of possible running mates.
Whitmer visited Biden last Sunday, according to two high-ranking Michigan Democrats who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the matter publicly. The first-term governor of the battleground state has long been on his short list of possible running mates.
Trump says he may take executive action on evictions, student loans, payroll taxes if no aid agreement reached
Trump administration negotiators are heading back to the Capitol for last-ditch talks on vital COVID-19 rescue money.
Trump administration negotiators are heading back to the Capitol for last-ditch talks on vital COVID-19 rescue money.
2 women remain in DeKalb Sheriff runoff
Melody Maddox faces former DeKalb County Sheriff's employee Ruth "The Truth" Stringer, who recently retired from the county after 30 years with the sheriff's office.
Melody Maddox faces former DeKalb County Sheriff's employee Ruth "The Truth" Stringer, who recently retired from the county after 30 years with the sheriff's office.
COVID-19 alters DNC for participants, viewers; here's how to watch
The 2020 Democratic National Convention will be almost entirely virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With that in mind, there are several ways to watch.
The 2020 Democratic National Convention will be almost entirely virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With that in mind, there are several ways to watch.
State Ethics Commission fines Fulton District Attorney Paul Howard $6,500
Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard agreed to pay a $6500 fine for violating campaign finance laws. Howard failed to disclose he was paid at least $140,000 from a non-profit formed to combat juvenile crime. A GBI investigation of same allegations is still underway.
Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard agreed to pay a $6500 fine for violating campaign finance laws. Howard failed to disclose he was paid at least $140,000 from a non-profit formed to combat juvenile crime. A GBI investigation of same allegations is still underway.
Georgia Democrats call for new Voting Rights Act, file voting lawsuit
On the 55th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, the Georgia Democratic Party called on Congress to pass an update to the landmark legislation.
On the 55th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, the Georgia Democratic Party called on Congress to pass an update to the landmark legislation.
Barrow County school district to begin year online amid staff virus cases
More than 90 staff members in one Georgia school district have been quarantined due to coronavirus exposure or infection, prompting the district to plan to begin the year entirely online.
More than 90 staff members in one Georgia school district have been quarantined due to coronavirus exposure or infection, prompting the district to plan to begin the year entirely online.
Democrats sue Georgia election officials over lines at polls
Democrats are asking a federal judge to order Georgia election officials to take steps to prevent long lines at the polls on Election Day.
Democrats are asking a federal judge to order Georgia election officials to take steps to prevent long lines at the polls on Election Day.
President Trump, Mitch McConnell huddle with coronavirus talks at risk of collapse
After more than a week's worth of meetings, at least some clarity is coming to bipartisan Washington talks on a huge COVID-19 response bill.
After more than a week's worth of meetings, at least some clarity is coming to bipartisan Washington talks on a huge COVID-19 response bill.
Allan Lichtman, who has correctly predicted every presidential race winner since 1984, calls 2020 election
American University's Dr. Allan Lichtman predicted President Donald Trump's 2016 election victory.
American University's Dr. Allan Lichtman predicted President Donald Trump's 2016 election victory.
Georgia governor signs 'police protection' measure into law
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Wednesday signed into law a new measure providing additional legal protections to police officers, a step that critics say is flawed and out of step with nationwide efforts to make officers more accountable for their actions.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Wednesday signed into law a new measure providing additional legal protections to police officers, a step that critics say is flawed and out of step with nationwide efforts to make officers more accountable for their actions.
Georgia governor likely to call special session to fix relief bill, address budget
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp said he will be calling for a special session of the General Assembly in the coming weeks to fix a procedural issue with a bill he signed this week offering tax relief for those who received federal disaster relief or assistance following Hurricane Michael in 2018.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp said he will be calling for a special session of the General Assembly in the coming weeks to fix a procedural issue with a bill he signed this week offering tax relief for those who received federal disaster relief or assistance following Hurricane Michael in 2018.
Trump considering giving convention speech from White House
President Donald Trump says he's considering delivering his Republican convention speech from the White House.
President Donald Trump says he's considering delivering his Republican convention speech from the White House.
Biden on cognitive test: 'Why the hell would I take a test?'
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is pushing back at Republican assertions that he should take a cognitive test to disprove President Donald Trump’s claim that Biden isn’t fit for the Oval Office.
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is pushing back at Republican assertions that he should take a cognitive test to disprove President Donald Trump’s claim that Biden isn’t fit for the Oval Office.
Progress slow as urgency grows on virus relief legislation
The latest negotiating session on a coronavirus relief bill has wrapped with modest concessions being made by both sides.
The latest negotiating session on a coronavirus relief bill has wrapped with modest concessions being made by both sides.