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Would Marco Rubio need to move out of Florida if Trump picks him for vice president?

The Constitution states a a ticket's candidates can't reside in the same state.
9 minutes ago
Senator Marco Rubio speaks during a campaign rally for former President Donald Trump at West Palm Convention Center, in West Palm Beach, FL, June 14, 2024.
11 minutes ago

Democrats in 'painful' waiting game in party's post-debate reckoning

"It's very painful. Uncertainty is painful," one major donor told ABC News.
11 minutes ago
President Joe Biden attends the first presidential debate hosted by CNN in Atlanta, GA, June 27, 2024.
12 minutes ago

Biden, in political crisis, holds Wisconsin rally ahead of pivotal ABC News interview

ABC's George Stephanopoulos has the first post-debate TV sit-down with Biden.
12 minutes ago
President Joe Biden speaks during a Medal of Honor Ceremony in the East Room of the White House in Washington, July 3, 2024.
July 04

Biden told concerned Democratic governors he needs more sleep, sources say

He told them he wants to stop scheduling events after 8 p.m., they said.
July 04
President Joe Biden speaks during a Medal of Honor Ceremony in the East Room of the White House in Washington, July 3, 2024.
July 04

President Biden continues campaign amid calls to step aside

After meeting with more than 20 Democratic representatives, President Joe Biden continues his reelection bid.
July 04
VIDEO: President Biden continues campaign amid calls to step aside
July 04

States see new wave of legislation including religion in public education

Louisiana and Oklahoma have recently enacted such laws.
July 04
The Holy Bible is pictured in this stock image.
July 04

Biden told governors he had medical checkup after debate, is in good health: Sources

A source said he had a "brief" exam because of his cold.
July 04
President Joe Biden speaks during a Medal of Honor ceremony in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. (PHOTO: Tierney L. Cross/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
July 03

Biden will sit down with ABC News on Friday for first TV interview since debate

The president has faced calls to drop out of the race following the debate.
July 03
July 03

Newsom: Biden says he's 'all in' on presidential campaign at meeting of governors

The closed-door meeting took place Wednesday night.
July 03
President Joe Biden speaks during a presidential debate with former President Donald Trump, June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.
July 03

President Biden weathers storm of criticism following debate performance

President Joe Biden is shoring up support within the Democrat party. ABC News White House correspondent Mary Alice Parks reports on the meeting Biden will have with Democrat governors.
July 03
VIDEO: President Biden weathers storm of criticism following debate performance
July 03

6th hot car-related child death this year highlights ongoing risk

A two-year-old boy was found dead inside a car in Georgia, officials said.
July 03
In this screen grab from a video, cars are shown parked in the sun.
July 03

Biden awards Medal of Honor to Civil War heroes

Two Union soldiers who 162 years ago took part in one of America's first special operations were posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor on Wednesday.
July 03
Two Union soldiers who 162 years ago took part in one of America's first special operations were posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor on Wednesday.
July 03

Biden is not considering dropping out of the race, White House insists

A NYT/Siena poll has Trump's lead increasing to 49%-41% among registered voters.
July 03
President Joe Biden speaks during a Medal of Honor Ceremony in the East Room of the White House in Washington, July 3, 2024.
July 03

Founders fought against 'elected king' when framing presidential powers: Historians

The scholars weighed in with the Supreme Court before its Trump immunity ruling.
July 03
Signing of the Constitution of the USA. 1787.
July 03

Biden awards Medal of Honor to Civil War heroes, 162 years later

They commandeered a train in what became known as the "Great Locomotive Chase."
July 03
Two Medals of Honor awarded to Civil War heroes who took part in the raid.
July 03

Phil Elwood recounts stories and secrets from decades in public relations industry

The former exec has regrets working for dictators and going against democracy.
July 03
VIDEO: Author recounts stories and secrets from decades in public relations industry
July 03

If Biden drops out, who could replace him? Harris does better against Trump in polls

Several major Democrats have pledged support for Biden after the debate.
July 03
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the Constitutional Convention of the UNITE HERE hospitality union in New York, June 21, 2024.
July 03

Buzz builds around Kamala Harris should Biden withdraw

The Biden campaign's war chest could transfer to Harris, giving her a leg up.
July 03
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks at the Constitutional Convention of the UNITE HERE hospitality union in New York City, June 21, 2024.
July 03

Who is J.D. Vance?

Republican J.D. Vance was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2022 from Ohio.
July 03
Republican J.D. Vance was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2022 from Ohio.
July 03
President Joe Biden arrives to speak during a Medal of Honor ceremony in the East Room of the White House in Washington, July 3, 2024.
July 03

Biden told key ally he's weighing whether he should stay in race: New York Times

The White House is denying the story, insisting Biden is staying in race.
July 03
VIDEO: Biden told key ally he's weighing on if he should stay in the race; New York Times
July 03

Biden blames recent international travel for poor debate performance last week

ABC News’ Rachel Scott and host of “FiveThirtyEight” podcast Galen Druke discuss some Democrats’ concerns and what impact the poll numbers could have on President Joe Biden's campaign.
July 03
VIDEO: Biden blames recent international travel for poor debate performance last week
July 03

How large of a role will LGBTQ+ issues play in the 2024 election?

Same-sex marriage is now widely considered an issue of the past. In recent years, the conversation around transgender identity has come to the forefront.
July 03
vHow much will LGBTQ+ issues play a role in our election?
July 02

‘Beyond just a bad night’: Dem. rep. floats replacing Biden as party’s nominee

ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos speaks with Rep. Mike Quigley, D-Illinois, about whether he thinks President Biden should stay in the presidential race and how it could impact down-ballot races.
July 02
VIDEO: ‘Beyond just a bad night’: Dem. rep. floats replacing Biden as party’s nominee
July 02

What post-debate polls are now saying

ABC News’ Rick Klein breaks down the latest presidential polls and reveals what many likely voters are saying about whether President Biden should remain on the ballot.
July 02
VIDEO: What post-debate polls are now saying
July 02

Biden blames international travel for poor debate performance

Biden made the remarks at a campaign fundraiser in McLean, Virginia.
July 02
President Joe Biden participates in the first presidential debate of the 2024 elections with former President Donald Trump at CNN's studios in Atlanta, June 27, 2024.
July 02

Timeline: Manhattan DA's Stormy Daniels hush money case against Donald Trump

Trump was found guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records in New York.
July 02
Former President Donald Trump delivers remarks on the day of his court appearance in New York after being indicted by a Manhattan grand jury following a probe into hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, in Palm Beach, Fla., April 4, 2023.
July 02

Democratic donors torn as Biden campaign works to calm anxieties

The campaign held a call with 500 donors to bolster support for Biden.
July 02
President Joe Biden delivers remarks during the CNN Presidential Debate, June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.
July 02

New fallout from Supreme Court presidential immunity ruling

The judge in Donald Trump’s hush money conviction will delay Trump’s sentencing following the decision. Our panel weighs in.
July 02
VIDEO: New fallout from Supreme Court presidential immunity ruling
July 02

'Imperial presidency,' experts warn SCOTUS decision expanded powers

The Supreme Court issued a landmark decision granting Trump partial immunity.
July 02
The Supreme Court is seen, April 21, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
July 02

Democrats pressure Biden to answer questions after he falters in 1st debate

They're calling on Biden to do tough interviews with reporters.
July 02
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump participate in the CNN Presidential Debate, June 27, 2024, in Atlanta.
July 02

White House seeks to 'turn the page' after Biden's debate performance

"Americans are going to see him for themselves," Karine Jean-Pierre said.
July 02
President Joe Biden speaks during a visit to the D.C. Emergency Operations Center, July 2, 2024, in Washington.
July 02

Biden campaign outraised Trump in June fundraising haul

The Trump team enters July with a bigger cash on hand than the Biden team.
July 02
President Joe Biden speaks at a post-debate campaign rally on June 28, 2024 in Raleigh, N.C.
July 02

White House press secretary address concerns about Biden and his campaign

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre holds the first press briefing since President Joe Biden’s poor debate performance.
July 02
VIDEO: White House press secretary address concerns about Biden and his campaign
July 02

Judge in Trump's criminal hush money case postpones sentencing

The hearing, previously scheduled for July 11, will be delayed until at least Sept. 18.
July 02
VIDEO; Judge in Trump's criminal hush money case postpones sentencing
July 02

How could Democrats replace President Joe Biden as the party's nominee?

Biden is the only candidate who is eligible for nomination at this stage.
July 02
Democrat candidate President Joe Biden speaks during a presidential debate with Republican candidate, former President Donald Trump, in Atlanta, on June 27, 2024.
July 02

More Democrats call on Biden to withdraw as presidential nominee

A growing number of Democrats, including a sitting Democratic member of Congress, are publicly calling on President Biden to withdraw as the party's democratic nominee.
July 02
VIDEO: More Democrats call on Biden to withdraw as presidential nominee
July 02

Hearing scheduled in Arizona election interference case

ABC News' Katherine Faulders breaks down the charges against former Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani.
July 02
VIDEO: Hearing scheduled in Arizona election interference case
July 02

Biden campaign touts fundraising amid debate fallout

ABC News’ Galen Druke, host of the “FiveThirtyEight” Politics podcast, breaks down how important fundraising is for the Biden campaign and the impact polling could have on the race.
July 02
VIDEO: Biden campaign touts fundraising amid debate fallout
July 02

Biden campaign calls June ‘best fundraising month yet’ despite debate

ABC News’ Rachel Scott breaks down the state of the Biden campaign after the recent presidential debate sparked calls for him to drop out of the race.
July 02
VIDEO: Biden campaign calls June ‘best fundraising month yet’ despite debate
July 02

Trump moves to throw out hush money verdict after immunity ruling

ABC News national correspondent Terry Moran breaks down the next steps for former President Donald Trump as he attempts to get his conviction overturned before sentencing.
July 02
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July 02

Timeline: Trump's efforts to overturn Georgia election results

Trump asked the Georgia secretary of state to "find 11,780 votes" in 2021.
July 02
Former President Donald Trump sits at the defense table with his legal team in a Manhattan court, April 4, 2023, in New York.
July 01

Biden lands temporary win as student loan repayment plan allowed to proceed

The decision alters the plan to place 3 million borrowers into a payment pause.
July 01
U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during an event in Madison, Wisconsin, on Monday, April 8, 2024. (PHOTO: Daniel Steinle/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
July 01

Rep. Jamie Raskin on Supreme Court rulings, democracy's future

ABC News' Trevor Ault speaks with Rep. Jamie Raskin, Democratic congressman and ranking member of the House Oversight Committee, about presidential immunity and the future of American democracy.
July 01
VIDEO: Rep. Jamie Raskin on Supreme Court rulings, democracy's future
July 01

Supreme Court rules on presidential immunity for ‘official acts'

ABC News' Trevor Ault speaks with attorney Sarah Isgur about the Supreme Court's historic ruling that former President Donald Trump has immunity from prosecution for official acts while in office.
July 01
VIDEO: Supreme Court rules on presidential immunity for ‘official acts’
July 01

Trump says Biden will 'pay a very big price' as Bannon heads to prison

Bannon was sentenced to four months in prison for contempt of Congress.
July 01
Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump attends the first presidential debate hosted by CNN in Atlanta, June 27, 2024.
July 01

'Unofficial' vs. 'official' presidential acts: What's the difference?

Monday's SCOTUS ruling could have major effects on pending cases against Trump.
July 01
Republican presidential candidate, former President Donald Trump arrives to a campaign rally, June 22, 2024, in Philadelphia.
July 01

Biden reacts to Supreme Court immunity ruling: 'Virtually no limits' on presidency

President Biden addressed the Supreme Court's presidential immunity ruling on Monday, saying, "Today's decision almost certainly means that there are virtually no limits on what a president can do."
July 01
VIDEO: Biden reacts to Supreme Court immunity ruling: 'Virtually no limits on what president can do’
July 01

Biden delivers remarks on SCOTUS immunity ruling: 'This is a dangerous precedent'

The ruling will affect whether former president Donald Trump faces a federal trial this year on four felony counts.
July 01
The ruling will affect whether former president Donald Trump faces a federal trial this year on four felony counts.
July 01

Supreme Court rules US presidents have some immunity from criminal prosecution

ABC News contributor and law professor Kim Wehle analyzes the historic ruling.
July 01
VIDEO: Supreme Court rules US presidents have some immunity from criminal prosecution

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