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What to know about the conservative advocacy group suing Trump over tariffs

Wednesday, November 5 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Since taking office ten months ago, Donald Trump has been sued in court hundreds of times by progressive organizations seeking to challenge his agenda.The lawsuit over his sweeping global tariffs now before the U.S. Supreme Court is not one of them.The group... Read More.

Election 2025 key takeaways: Democrats score historic big wins leading into midterms

Wednesday, November 5 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Tuesday night was a far cry from the shell-shocked scenes in Democrats' election headquarters a year ago this November.In three key races, for Virginia governor, New Jersey governor and New York City mayor, the party's nominees drew in huge numbers of... Read More.

Government shutdown becomes longest in history: How we got here and what’s next

Wednesday, November 5 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The government shutdown on Wednesday entered its 36th day, officially becoming the longest shutdown in U.S. history.That means the two longest shutdowns in American politics have occurred under President Donald Trump, with the previous 35-day record having been set during his first... Read More.

Election Day live updates: Key races unfold in New York City, New Jersey and Virginia

Tuesday, November 4 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- High-profile races are unfolding across the country on Tuesday, including New York City's mayoral election and governor's races in New Jersey and Virginia.In California, voters will consider a ballot measure that puts forth a redrawn congressional map that could net Democrats five... Read More.

Former Vice President Dick Cheney dead at 84

Tuesday, November 4 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Former Vice President Dick Cheney, considered by many political observers to be the most politically active and influential vice president in U.S. history, has died. He was 84."Richard B. Cheney, the 46th Vice President of the United States, died last night, November... Read More.

National spotlight shines on NYC mayoral race as voters make final decisions

Tuesday, November 4 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Eyes are on New York City as Election Day arrives, marking the final opportunity for voters to weigh in on the high-stakes mayoral race.While New Yorkers are focused on solving key issues of affordability and public safety, the implications of this... Read More.

California’s ‘Prop 50’ congressional map election could have major impact for midterms

Tuesday, November 4 by ABC News

(LOS ANGELES) - One of 2025's major elections could have major reverberations for the 2026 midterms.Californians are voting on a ballot initiative, "Proposition 50," to determine if the state will adopt a new congressional map that redraws five districts to be more Democratic-leaning, potentially... Read More.

Hegseth restricts military officials from talking to Congress without prior approval

Monday, November 3 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is mandating that personnel can no longer engage lawmakers or their staff about most major issues confronting the U.S. military without prior approval -- a list that includes recent military strikes in the Caribbean, how the Pentagon buys... Read More.

Tariffs have been Donald Trump’s personal crusade. Now, a Supreme Court test

Monday, November 3 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Back in April, President Donald Trump made his decadeslong view on tariffs the official policy of the United States by imposing sweeping levies on virtually all global trade partners.On Wednesday, the Supreme Court will consider whether those tariffs are lawful and allowed... Read More.

Republican leans on anti-trans rights ads in Virginia governor race

Monday, November 3 by ABC News

(RICHMOND, Va.) -- The Republican candidate has a familiar closing message in the Virginia gubernatorial race.Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears' campaign spent millions of dollars on ads attacking Democratic nominee and former Rep. Abigail Spanberger for her stance on transgender rights in Virginia schools.One ad... Read More.

Election 2025 key takeaways: Democrats score historic big wins leading into midterms

Government shutdown becomes longest in history: How we got here and what’s next

Election Day live updates: Key races unfold in New York City, New Jersey and Virginia

Former Vice President Dick Cheney dead at 84

National spotlight shines on NYC mayoral race as voters make final decisions

California’s ‘Prop 50’ congressional map election could have major impact for midterms

Hegseth restricts military officials from talking to Congress without prior approval

Tariffs have been Donald Trump’s personal crusade. Now, a Supreme Court test

Republican leans on anti-trans rights ads in Virginia governor race

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