New York Times editorial board urges Senate to confirm 'as many judges as possible' ahead of Trump's second term

The New York Times editorial board is urging the Senate to confirm “as many judges as possible” prior to President-elect Trump’s second term. “It’s so important that President Biden and Senate ...

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New York Times editorial board urges voters to choose Harris

The New York Times editorial board published an opinion piece on Saturday urging people not to vote for former President Trump. “You already know Donald Trump. He is unfit to lead. Watch him. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 2

Why the New York Times Editorial Board Endorsed Kamala Harris

Kathleen Kingsbury, the editor of Times Opinion, explains why the editorial board concluded that “Kamala Harris is the only patriotic choice for president” and shares more about its approach to ...

Top stories - The New York Times - November 4

White House urges Senate Democrats to approve new judges before term ends

Up to 30 nominees for vacant federal judgeships could be confirmed by 3 January but potential obstacles remain. Senate Democrats are racing to confirm up to 30 federal judges nominated by Joe ...

World - The Guardian - November 13

Trump picks Linda McMahon for education, and says he won’t reconsider Matt Gaetz nomination – live

President-elect picks prominent donor and co-chair of transition team as education secretary; Trump won’t rethink Gaetz for attorney general despite mounting scrutiny. Trump nominates transition ...

World - The Guardian - November 20

Trump’s Demand to Skirt Senate Confirmations Poses Early Test of a Radical Second Term

The once and future president is pushing Republicans to systematically abdicate the Senate’s constitutional role in vetting his nominees.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

Trump finalizing Cabinet picks ahead of second term

President-elect Donald Trump's picks for his second-term Cabinet are coming together as the Senate confirmation process nears before the inauguration occurs. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.

New poll on voter feelings about U.S. economy ahead of Trump's second term

A growing number of voters think the economy is improving ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's second term in the White House, according to a recent CBS News poll. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has ...

Republican Mike Lawler wins second term in New York

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) held off former Rep. Mondaire Jones (D-N.Y.) to win a second term representing New York’s 17th Congressional District, Decision Desk HQ projects. Lawler’s win is a ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Gillibrand wins third term in New York Senate race

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) has won reelection for a third term, according to a Decision Desk HQ projection. Gillibrand easily defeated New York police detective Michael Sapraicone in the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Biden administration tightens sage grouse protections ahead of second Trump term

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on Friday issued updates aimed at strengthening its proposed protections for the greater sage grouse — an iconic bird that inhabits public lands across the U.S. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 8

Democratic officials engage in schmoozing ahead of Trump’s second term

While liberal activists are preparing for all-out resistance, some Democrats — such as Eric Adams, Jared Polis and Chris Coons — seem to think a little kissing up to MAGA world is in order.

Bezos, Musk rivalry heats up ahead of Trump’s second term

A social media spat between Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos this week underscored a sharpening rivalry between two of the world’s richest men at a time when both are trying to grow their sprawling ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Democratic senators: Second Trump term will still bring opportunities for climate action

Sens. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) and Ed Markey (D-Mass.), two of the Senate’s most aggressive advocates for action on climate change, said Friday that President-elect Trump's second term will be a ...

Politics - The Hill - November 15

Concerns ahead of Gabbard, Hegseth Senate confirmation hearings

Some lawmakers on Capitol Hill may have concerns that could come up during Senate confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump's picks Tulsi Gabbard and Pete Hegseth, CBS News' Scott ...

DOJ plans to focus on 'most egregious' Jan. 6 cases ahead of second Trump term

The Justice Department plans to focus on arresting the “most egregious” Jan. 6 rioters before President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House. NBC News' Ryan Reilly reports that the DOJ ...

The last time inflation was projected to get worse, this investment was popular. Why it’s ‘unloved’ now.

A Treasury auction on Thursday pointed to lackluster demand for inflation-protected securities ahead of Trump’s second term.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

New York Times Tech Guild threatens to strike ahead of election

The New York Times Tech Guild sent a letter to the Board of Directors on Friday, saying that it needs to reach an agreement before the election in order to avoid a strike. "As the bargaining ...

Politics - The Hill - November 2

New York Times Tech Workers Strike Ahead of Election Day

Times staff worry the walkout could hinder election coverage. Union demands have included higher pay and more remote work flexibility.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 4

New York judge delays decision on Trump’s ‘hush money’ sentencing

Prosecutors cite ‘unprecedented circumstances’ surrounding conviction after the US presidential election

World - Financial Times - November 12

New York judge calls off Trump hush money sentencing

President-elect Trump’s sentencing in his New York criminal case will not go forward as planned next week as his attorneys push to dismiss the prosecution following his election victory. Judge ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Judge postpones Trump's New York "hush money" sentencing

Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.

China braces for second Trump term

While on the campaign trail, President-elect Donald Trump vowed to put large tariffs on Chinese goods to protect American manufacturing, which might threaten the Asian nation's already-slowing ...

Detroit News editorial says Senate should reject Gaetz, Hegseth

The Detroit News issued an editorial urging the Senate to reject President-elect Trump's nominations of Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) as attorney general and Fox News host Pete Hegseth for Secretary of ...

Politics - The Hill - November 17

Project 2025 chief’s book urges ‘burning’ of FBI, New York Times and Boy Scouts

Revealed: new book by far-right Kevin Roberts calls for conservatives to ‘burn away the rot’ of US institutions. A new book by the chief architect of Project 2025, a hugely controversial policy ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

Trump: 'No more Judges confirmed before Inauguration Day!'

President-elect Trump on Tuesday called for the Senate to stop confirming judges before he is sworn into office, amid a frantic effort from Democrats to confirm President Biden’s nominees. “The ...

Politics - The Hill - November 19

Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing

President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.

Politics - CBS News - November 19

Apple deftly navigated Trump's first term. The second one brings new challenges

Wall Street analysts say Trump's proposed tariffs could spell trouble for Apple. But regulatory scrutiny may ease.

Business - CNBC - November 6

Judge sets trial date in Sarah Palin's libel case against The New York Times

A federal judge in New York on Tuesday set a trial date for April 14 in the libel lawsuit Sarah Palin, the former Alaska governor, brought against The New York Times.

Europe Urges Trump to Support Ukraine but Braces for Possible Cut in U.S. Aid

European leaders have discussed how to help Ukraine fend off Russia without Washington’s support, even as they try to convince the president-elect not to cut aid to Kyiv.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 8

If Republicans confirm Gaetz for AG, it proves ‘anything is possible’ for the rest of Trump’s picks

President-elect Trump is pressing Senate Republicans to confirm former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) as attorney general. NBC News Correspondents Garrett Haake and Ryan Nobles report the latest ...

Politics - NBC News - November 19

What a second Trump term could look like

Former President Donald Trump has already claimed victory in the 2024 presidential election with CBS News projecting the former president with 266 electoral votes. CBS News' Robert Costa examines ...

Trump unleashed: what a second term will bring

Commanding victory will leave former US president feeling vindicated to press ahead with plans

World - Financial Times - November 6

Why the US gave Trump a second term

Millions of Americans voted to give him a second chance - our North America editor Sarah Smith looks at why.

European Summit Will Focus on Handling Trump’s Second Term

Campaign threats of a trade war, revoked support for Ukraine, and weakening NATO ties will be the focus of a Thursday meeting of EU leaders.

Business - Inc. - November 6

Trump's immigration promises for second presidential term

Former President Donald Trump ran on a campaign to radically overhaul immigration policy in 2024. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more from the U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona.

What a second Trump term means for health care

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story What Trump's return could mean for US health policy President Trump’s imminent return to power is poised to ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Trump wins historic second term as president

After his stunning victory, Vice President Kamala Harris called President-elect Donald Trump to congratulate him. Trump pulled off what is perhaps the biggest comeback in recent American history, ...

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