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Congressional leaders negotiating potential lame-duck deal to address AI concerns
The discussions between the top four Hill leaders are centered on hopes to pass legislation before January.Politics - Politico - October 18 -
What if it's President Harris, but a GOP Senate? That's her allies' fear.
A Republican Senate could block Cabinet and Supreme Court picks, as well as legislation.Politics - Politico - October 20 -
Law enforcement missed ‘pivotal moments’ to engage Trump gunman, House panel finds
The interim report cited several issues in coordination and planning in the lead up to and during the July 13 rally.Politics - Politico - October 21 -
House GOP braces for bitter fight over the power to oust a speaker
Most GOP lawmakers despise the rule, which allows a small faction of the conference to wield outsize influence over the agenda. But conservatives are prepared to fight for it.Politics - Politico - October 22 -
The economic October surprise
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Consumers feel more confident ahead of Election Day A new survey shows that ...Politics - The Hill - October 29 -
Surprising No One, Democrats Ditch Tesla
It’s never a good sign when your customers are embarrassed to be associated with you.Top stories - The New York Times - November 1 -
Morning Report — Trump, Puerto Rico and the October surprise?
In today’s issue: One week to go. Seven days before Election Day, Vice President Harris and former President Trump are making their closing arguments to voters, and their last-week appearances ...Politics - The Hill - October 29 -
The down-ballot races to follow this election
The 2024 election will not only decide the next U.S. president but will determine the balance of power in Congress. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane breaks down what races to ...Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
Here’s a surprising reason most boomers are worried about moving to a senior residence
A new survey points to the importance of quality meals as a key driver to win over older adults.Business - MarketWatch - November 2 -
Democrats panicking for no reason, pollsters say – US race nail-bitingly close
Polls suggest Harris and Trump still neck-and-neck, but Democrats pessimistic and Republicans confident. Less than a fortnight before polling day, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are locked in a ...World - The Guardian - October 26 -
Washington Democrat calls ballot box burning 'unpatriotic'
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-Wash.) said Monday the burning of a ballot box in her district was "unpatriotic" and asked for law enforcement to monitor all drop boxes overnight until Election ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
Crypto bulls doubled down on Trump for this 1 big reason
The crypto industry has faced extreme pressure under the Biden administration.Business - MarketWatch - 29 minutes ago -
Breaking down the Georgia ballot hand counting ruling
With early in-person voting underway in Georgia, a judge there Tuesday night blocked a new rule requiring the hand counting of election ballots. The judge called the rule "too much, too late" and ...Top stories - CBS News - October 16 -
Maher: October surprise wont 'save us' from second Trump term
With Election Day just shy of two weeks away, comedian and TV personality Bill Maher urged Democrats on Friday to stop waiting for an "October surprise." "Democrats need to stop thinking an October ...Politics - The Hill - October 19 -
The Memo: Trump campaign struggles to contain Puerto Rico October surprise
The Trump campaign is struggling to contain an October surprise of its own making, just one week from Election Day. A racist remark by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, one of many warm-up speakers for ...Politics - The Hill - October 29 -
Analysts cheer Wells Fargo to 2018 highs after earnings. We have 1 qualm with the praise
We're not surprised that Wells Fargo's getting the recognition it deserves.Business - CNBC - October 14 -
Kimmel: 'If you're a reasonable person, you should have Trump derangement syndrome'
Jimmy Kimmel says any "reasonable person ... should have Trump derangement syndrome," ripping the former president as "dangerous." "I laugh when people say, 'Oh, you’ve got Trump derangement ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
Democrats Ignored Gaza and Brought Down Their Party
The war in the Middle East has become this era’s most important progressive cause.Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
List: Which states have cannabis on the ballot in November?
Nearly half the country has already legalized medical cannabis, recreational marijuana, or both as of 2024.Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
These states have abortion laws on the ballot for the 2024 election
Abortion is on the ballot in 10 states in 2024, from Arizona to Florida.Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
NHL insiders debate the biggest surprises, best moments of the season
With 20 days in the books, our panelists revisit preseason predictions.Sports - ESPN - October 30 -
These are the S&P 500’s biggest laggards for October, down by as much as 29%
Super Micro joined the list after a 33% drop on Wednesday.Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
Pennsylvania Democrats sue Erie County over mail-in ballot delays
The Pennsylvania Democratic Party filed a lawsuit against Erie County on Wednesday, arguing that many voters have yet to receive mail-in ballots ahead of Election Day. The lawsuit argues that ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
Democratic senator: Trump is having a 'thermonuclear meltdown'
Hawaii Sen. Brian Schatz (D) declared Sunday that former President Trump is having a “thermonuclear meltdown” in the final days of the campaign, citing what he called “violent talk, paranoid ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
Chinese influence operation targets U.S. down-ballot races, Microsoft says
Affected lawmakers — all Republicans — include Rep. Barry Moore of Alabama, Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas and Sen. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee.Top stories - NBC News - October 24 -
Where top and down-ballot races stand on the eve of the election
Polls continue to show a tight race atop the ticket, with Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump virtually deadlocked.Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
Despite having a loving partner, Mark feels unloveable. He grew up in a world that shamed him for who he is | Chris Cheers
Just as the cause of shame is outside us, so too must be the cure. Connection with others and collective action is a path to self-acceptance and belief. The modern mind is a column where experts ...World - The Guardian - October 13 -
Which Premier League players have been surprise packages?
BBC Sport takes a look at eight top-flight players who have impressed so far this season, when not expected to do so.Top stories - BBC News - October 19 -
After thrilling season ends in NLCS, surprising Mets have `work to do'
Yes, the New York Mets have much to feel good about following a rousing run of unexpected success this seasonSports - ABC News - October 21 -
Trump doubles down on calling Democrats 'enemies from within'
CUMMING, Ga. — Former President Donald Trump doubled down Tuesday on his remarks over the weekend referring to Democrats as the “enemy from within.”Politics - NBC News - October 16 -
Don’t fret, Democrats — here are 5 advantages Harris has down the stretch
Vice President Kamala Harris has several advantages in the short time left in the 2024 campaign, including her outreach to more voters, the support of prominent Republicans, and a more effective ...Politics - The Hill - October 25 -
Texas Democratic Party Chair to step down after brutal defeats
In the aftermath of his party’s brutal shellacking in the 2024 elections, Texas Democratic Party chair Gilberto Hinojosa has announced he will step down in March. Over his 12-year tenure, Hinojosa ...Politics - The Hill - 23 hours ago -
‘They say Democrats look down on me’: Trump win spurred by populist backlash
The president-elect tapped into a fierce anti-establishment sentiment – and the Democrats didn’t have enough to say. The party was buzzing, the confidence was surging and Kenneth Stewart was riding ...World - The Guardian - 2 hours ago -
Nearly half of NC's registered voters have cast a ballot
Nearly half of all registered voters in North Carolina have cast a ballot in the 2024 general election already, according to a Thursday update from the state. Of the roughly 7.82 million registered ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
Do you have to fill out your entire ballot?
Some voters may wish to only vote in some races. Here's what happens if you leave fields blank.Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
In Early Voting Period, Nearly 75 Million Have Cast Ballots
Nearly 75 million people have cast early ballots, making their voices heard amid worry about the process, the outcome and democracy itself.Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
More than half of registered voters have already cast their ballots
While Election Day is finally here, more than 83 million people have already cast their ballots.Top stories - ABC News - 3 days ago -
Third-party candidates could be swing-state spoilers despite strong Democrat efforts
Less than a week before Election Day, third-party candidates still present an unknown factor in key swing states where dozens of Electoral College votes are up for grabs.Top stories - ABC News - November 1 -
Democrats have a diversity problem — The GOP is gaining non-white support
The Republican Party has made inroads into non-white communities, particularly Latinos, Asians and Black men, due to their shared religious values and socio-economic needs, and Democrats must ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Collingwood insists England have belief to chase down ‘tough’ Pakistan target
Coach promises England will attack on day four ‘This team’s capable of some special things’ Paul Collingwood insisted England had not given up hope of beating Pakistan despite ending the third ...World - The Guardian - October 17