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Trump's words of opposition stop a bipartisan budget deal in its tracks with Musk's help

Trump's words of opposition stop a bipartisan budget deal in its tracks with Musk's help

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President-elect Donald Trump delivered a likely death blow to bipartisan congressional budget negotiations, rejecting the measure as...

Trump brings chaos back to Washington by attempting to kill bipartisan budget deal with Musk's help

Trump brings chaos back to Washington by attempting to kill bipartisan budget deal with Musk's help

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President-elect Donald Trump delivered a likely death blow to bipartisan congressional budget negotiations on Wednesday, rejecting the...

Trump brings chaos back to Washington by attempting to kill bipartisan budget deal

Trump brings chaos back to Washington by attempting to kill bipartisan budget deal

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President-elect Donald Trump delivered a probable death blow to bipartisan congressional budget negotiations on Wednesday, rejecting the...

Trump chooses Herschel Walker as US ambassador to Bahamas

Trump chooses Herschel Walker as US ambassador to Bahamas

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Herschel Walker, the football legend who unsuccessfully ran for a U.S. Senate seat in Georgia, has been...

Kamala Harris tells students to 'stay in the fight' after the election

Kamala Harris tells students to 'stay in the fight' after the election

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Kamala Harris on Tuesday urged anyone who is disappointed by her defeat in last month's election to...

Biden calls for ban on congressional stock trading

Biden calls for ban on congressional stock trading

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Joe Biden endorsed a ban on congressional stock trading in an interview that's being released this...

Kamala Harris will deliver a post-election message to Maryland students

Kamala Harris will deliver a post-election message to Maryland students

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Kamala Harris will deliver a speech to students in Maryland on Tuesday in what will likely be...

Kamala Harris is set to deliver a post-election message to Maryland students

Kamala Harris is set to deliver a post-election message to Maryland students

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Kamala Harris will deliver a speech to students in Maryland on Tuesday in what will likely be...

In promising to shake up Washington, Trump is in a class of his own

In promising to shake up Washington, Trump is in a class of his own

WASHINGTON (AP) -- In the history of American politics, there's no shortage of presidents who promised to shake up Washington...

Elon Musk's budget crusade could cause a constitutional clash in Trump's second term

Elon Musk's budget crusade could cause a constitutional clash in Trump's second term

WASHINGTON (AP) -- When Elon Musk first suggested a new effort to cut the size of government, Donald Trump didn't...

What to know about Linda McMahon, Trump's pick for Education secretary

What to know about Linda McMahon, Trump's pick for Education secretary

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Linda McMahon has been a constant presence in Donald Trump's tumultuous orbit, serving in his first administration...

Trump promises to turn Washington upside down. He's being welcomed back anyway

Trump promises to turn Washington upside down. He's being welcomed back anyway

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The fireplace was crackling in the Oval Office on Wednesday morning as President Joe Biden shook hands...

The hardest job in Washington? A look at those who have served as chief of staff for Trump

The hardest job in Washington? A look at those who have served as chief of staff for Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Susie Wiles will be the latest occupant of the hottest hot seat in Washington -- Donald Trump's...

Democrats hoped Harris would rescue them. On Wednesday, she called Trump to concede

Democrats hoped Harris would rescue them. On Wednesday, she called Trump to concede

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Kamala Harris called President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday to concede the election and congratulate him on his...

Democrats hoped Harris would rescue them. On Wednesday, she will publicly reckon with her loss

Democrats hoped Harris would rescue them. On Wednesday, she will publicly reckon with her loss

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Once viewed as a potential savior for the Democratic Party after Joe Biden 's reelection campaign stalled...

Democrats hoped Harris would rescue them. On Wednesday, she will reckon with her loss

Democrats hoped Harris would rescue them. On Wednesday, she will reckon with her loss

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Once viewed as a potential savior for the Democratic Party after Joe Biden 's reelection campaign stalled...

A presidential campaign unlike any other ends on Tuesday. Here's how we got here

A presidential campaign unlike any other ends on Tuesday. Here's how we got here

WASHINGTON (AP) -- It's the election that no one could have foreseen.

Four things to know from Kamala Harris' latest podcast interviews

Four things to know from Kamala Harris' latest podcast interviews

WASHINGTON (AP) -- In today's fragmented media environment, podcasts have become prized venues for politicians to reach voters. Kamala Harris...

In a tight election where every vote counts, Harris is trying to squeeze a few out of Trump's base

In a tight election where every vote counts, Harris is trying to squeeze a few out of Trump's base

WASHINGTON (AP) -- This year's presidential election could come down to microscopic margins, so Kamala Harris is hunting for votes...

Four memorable moments from Kamala Harris' CNN town hall

Four memorable moments from Kamala Harris' CNN town hall

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Kamala Harris went to a Philadelphia suburb on Wednesday night for a CNN town hall, where she...

Higher education, fresh optimism, more Democratic: Takeaways from a key county in Pennsylvania

Higher education, fresh optimism, more Democratic: Takeaways from a key county in Pennsylvania

WASHINGTON (AP) -- One of the most important signs of how people will vote is how much education they have...

Those early Zoom meetings got people fired up for Harris. Now they're trying to get them to vote

Those early Zoom meetings got people fired up for Harris. Now they're trying to get them to vote

WASHINGTON (AP) -- When Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race and Kamala Harris jumped in, a cascade of...

Harris and Lizzo praise Detroit  -  in contrast to Trump  -  ahead of an Atlanta rally with Usher

Harris and Lizzo praise Detroit - in contrast to Trump - ahead of an Atlanta rally with Usher

DETROIT (AP) -- Vice President Kamala Harris appeared with Lizzo on Saturday in the singer's hometown of Detroit, marking the...

Harris is making a campaign push in Michigan and Georgia, with assists from singers Lizzo and Usher

Harris is making a campaign push in Michigan and Georgia, with assists from singers Lizzo and Usher

DETROIT (AP) -- Kamala Harris will appear with Detroit-born singer Lizzo as the Democratic presidential nominee marks the beginning of...

Harris and Trump target Michigan as both parties try to shore up 'blue wall' votes

Harris and Trump target Michigan as both parties try to shore up 'blue wall' votes

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) -- Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will both be scouring for votes in Michigan on Friday...

Kamala Harris will sit down with Bret Baier for her first Fox News interview

Kamala Harris will sit down with Bret Baier for her first Fox News interview

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Vice President Kamala Harris will be interviewed by Fox News anchor Bret Baier on Wednesday in Pennsylvania...

In Michigan, Harris works to solidify union support amid signs some of it could be slipping to Trump

In Michigan, Harris works to solidify union support amid signs some of it could be slipping to Trump

REDFORD CHARTER TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) -- Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting the union stronghold of Flint in the critical...

Harris and Trump battle for labor support as dockworkers suspend strike

Harris and Trump battle for labor support as dockworkers suspend strike

DETROIT (AP) -- Vice President Kamala Harris will visit the union stronghold of Flint on Friday as she battles with...

Liz Cheney will campaign with Harris in Wisconsin while Trump holds a rally in Michigan

Liz Cheney will campaign with Harris in Wisconsin while Trump holds a rally in Michigan

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Liz Cheney, one of Donald Trump's fiercest Republican antagonists, will join Democrat Kamala Harris at a campaign...

Republican Liz Cheney to join Kamala Harris at Wisconsin campaign stop

Republican Liz Cheney to join Kamala Harris at Wisconsin campaign stop

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Former congresswoman Liz Cheney, one of Donald Trump's fiercest Republican antagonists, will join Democrat Kamala Harris at...

Harris, Trump shift plans after Hurricane Helene's destruction

Harris, Trump shift plans after Hurricane Helene's destruction

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Hurricane Helene's deadly devastation has scrambled the presidential candidates' campaign plans, with Kamala Harris returning early from...

Harris blasts proposals for Ukraine to cede territory to Russia during Zelenskyy meeting

Harris blasts proposals for Ukraine to cede territory to Russia during Zelenskyy meeting

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Vice President Kamala Harris said calls for Ukraine to cede territory to Russia were "dangerous and unacceptable"...

Zelenskyy visits Washington as election year divide grows over Ukraine war

Zelenskyy visits Washington as election year divide grows over Ukraine war

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy huddled with U.S. leaders on Thursday to shore up American support for his...

Zelenskyy is visiting the White House as a partisan divide grows over Ukraine war

Zelenskyy is visiting the White House as a partisan divide grows over Ukraine war

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is visiting Washington on Thursday as U.S. support for his country's fight against...

Days of preparation and one final warning. How Kamala Harris got ready for her big debate moment

Days of preparation and one final warning. How Kamala Harris got ready for her big debate moment

WASHINGTON (AP) -- It was almost time for the presidential debate, but Kamala Harris' staff thought there was one more...

Kamala Harris, gun owner, talks firearms at debate

Kamala Harris, gun owner, talks firearms at debate

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Vice President Kamala Harris surprised some viewers during her debate with Donald Trump when she said that...

Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris for president after debate ends

Taylor Swift endorses Kamala Harris for president after debate ends

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Taylor Swift, one of the music industry's biggest stars, endorsed Kamala Harris for president shortly after the...

Biden's disastrous debate performance offers lessons for Harris and warnings for Trump

Biden's disastrous debate performance offers lessons for Harris and warnings for Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The first sign of trouble came before the debate even started.

Harris confronts Democratic divisions over Gaza war in convention speech

Harris confronts Democratic divisions over Gaza war in convention speech

WASHINGTON (AP) -- With anger over the war in Gaza simmering, Vice President Kamala Harris tried to defuse one of...

How do you pronounce Kamala? Her grandnieces explain at the DNC

How do you pronounce Kamala? Her grandnieces explain at the DNC

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The final night of the Democratic National Convention included a tutorial on pronouncing Kamala Harris' name --...

Harris calls Trump's false claims about race 'the same old show' of divisiveness and disrespect

Harris calls Trump's false claims about race 'the same old show' of divisiveness and disrespect

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Vice President Kamala Harris said Wednesday that former President Donald Trump's false assertions about her race were...

Harris' views on key issues over the years

Harris' views on key issues over the years

WASHINGTON (AP) -- In her campaign against Republican Donald Trump, Vice President Kamala Harris says that she will "proudly put...

Harris is calibrating her policy pitch for going to battle with Trump

Harris is calibrating her policy pitch for going to battle with Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Vice President Kamala Harris is facing the delicate task of calibrating her policy pitch to American voters...

Harris and Trump launch new advertisements for presidential election sprint

Harris and Trump launch new advertisements for presidential election sprint

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump released new television advertisements on Tuesday as part...

Harris tries to thread the needle on Gaza after meeting with Netanyahu

Harris tries to thread the needle on Gaza after meeting with Netanyahu

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Vice President Kamala Harris, the likely Democratic nominee for president, is attempting to bridge divides within the...

Harris could become the first female president after years of breaking racial and gender barriers

Harris could become the first female president after years of breaking racial and gender barriers

WASHINGTON (AP) -- She's already broken barriers, and now Kamala Harris could shatter several more after President Joe Biden abruptly...

Harris gets a chance to press reset on the 2024 race against Trump

Harris gets a chance to press reset on the 2024 race against Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) -- For the past year, the presidential campaign seemed destined to be a monotonous slog featuring two candidates...

Harris gets chance to press reset on 2024 race against Trump

Harris gets chance to press reset on 2024 race against Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) -- For the past year, the presidential campaign seemed destined to be a monotonous slog featuring two candidates...

Harris could become first Black woman, first person of South Asian descent to be president

Harris could become first Black woman, first person of South Asian descent to be president

WASHINGTON (AP) -- She's already broken barriers, and now Kamala Harris could shatter several more after President Joe Biden abruptly...

Harris, endorsed by Biden, could become first woman, second Black person to be president

Harris, endorsed by Biden, could become first woman, second Black person to be president

WASHINGTON (AP) -- She's already broken barriers, and now Kamala Harris could become the first Black woman to head a...

Why vice presidential picks matter: significant moments in history and transfers of power

Why vice presidential picks matter: significant moments in history and transfers of power

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Of the 49 vice presidents in U.S. history, nine of them -- or nearly 1 in ...

Harris tries to hold the line for Biden as some Democrats panic over election

Harris tries to hold the line for Biden as some Democrats panic over election

WASHINGTON (AP) -- By the time Vice President Kamala Harris stepped into her third fundraiser since President Joe Biden's disastrous...

Harris tries to hold the line for Biden as Democrats panic over election

Harris tries to hold the line for Biden as Democrats panic over election

WASHINGTON (AP) -- By the time Vice President Kamala Harris stepped into her third fundraiser since President Joe Biden's disastrous...