Poll: Trump starts on positive note as most approve of transition handling

Democrats say they're concerned or scared Trump will threaten their rights, but fewer than half feel motivated to oppose him.

Most voters approve of Trump's handling of presidential transition: Poll

A majority of voters say they approve of President-elect Trump's handling of the presidential transition so far as the country continues to hold its breath for a peaceful transfer of power in ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 hours ago

Trump presses next GOP Senate leader to allow ‘recess appointments’

It comes as Rick Scott has racked up support from prominent conservative backers, including Elon Musk.

Politics - Politico - November 10

Most in new poll say Trump wouldn't concede if he loses

A majority of registered voters expects former President Trump not to concede the election if he loses next week, according to a CNN/SSRS poll released Monday. The poll, conducted early last week, ...

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Most voters ready to accept election results but doubt Trump will: Poll

Eighty-six percent of registered voters in a new ABC News/Ipsos poll say they personally are prepared to accept the outcome of the 2024 election as legitimate.

How will the Fed handle Trump?

Federal Reserve chair cannot easily prepare for president-elect’s second term but might benefit from being less aggressive

Business - Financial Times - November 12

These countries have the most at stake as the U.S. heads to the polls

The world is watching the presidential election as voters go to the polls Tuesday, but the vote is more consequential for some countries than for others.

Business - CNBC - November 5

How Trump will handle US foreign policy

President-elect has pledged swift conclusions to wars in Ukraine and Gaza and threatened punitive tariffs

World - Financial Times - November 6

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

How will Democrats handle Trump's Cabinet picks?

What do Donald Trump's moves so far as president-elect say about his incoming administration? Political strategists Joel Payne and Lance Trover join "America Decides" to discuss.

US election 2024 live: Donald Trump says ‘we made history’ as he closes in on victory with win in Pennsylvania

Latest results and reaction after Trump wins crucial swing states, leaving him just three delegates short of 270 needed. US election results 2024: live map and tracker Senate and House results ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

The global green transition will survive Trump

Higher borrowing costs from tariffs and tax cuts will be the US’s main impact on carbon-saving investment worldwide

World - Financial Times - 3 days ago

Swamp Notes: Anthony Scaramucci unpacks Trump’s cabinet

Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees have raised eyebrows in Congress. Will they raise objections?

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Close polls, likely legal challenges: How TV networks will handle another election week

The polls are close, the lawyers are ready and the networks may be in for marathon coverage — or not. What TV news learned from 2020 and how it shaped preparations for 2024.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 3

Trump begins filling out administration positions

President-elect Donald Trump has picked Rep. Elise Stefanik to be the U.S. ambassador to the U.N., and former Congressman Lee Zeldin to head the EPA. Weijia Jiang takes a look at their records and ...

'SNL' skewers Trump's picks for Cabinet positions

“Saturday Night Live” cast members returned to biting satire after hedging their bets last week by asserting allegiance to President-elect Donald Trump.

Who will Trump pick for 4 remaining Cabinet positions?

President-elect Donald Trump has not yet mentioned potential picks for four Cabinet positions for his second term in the White House. This comes as former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz visits Capitol ...

Here Are the GOP Senators Best Positioned to Take on Trump

These are the Republican lawmakers who, by dint of age, independence or unusual constituencies, could provide a crucial check on Trump’s dictatorial ambitions.

Politics - Politico - 3 days ago

12:30 Report — The Trump transition begins

{beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s finally Friday! What a week it has been. I hope you can all find a way to unwind this weekend. I’m personally planning to decorate for the holidays. I know it’s early, ...

Politics - The Hill - November 8

Trump turns attention to transition after election win

President-elect Donald Trump is turning his focus to the presidential transition following his victory. Democrats, meanwhile, are left wondering what led to his comeback. Natalie Brand has more.

Warren: Trump transition 'already breaking the law'

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) said on Monday that President elect-Trump “and his transition team are already breaking” a law on presidential transition. “Donald Trump and his transition team are ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

What's next for Biden after Trump transition meeting?

President Biden headed to Peru Thursday for the APEC summit where he is meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This comes after his meeting with President-elect Donald Trump at the White House. ...

Examining Elon Musk's influence on Trump's transition process

President-elect Donald Trump announced this week that Elon Musk will help lead a new agency known as the Department of Government Efficiency. Theodore Schleifer, campaign finance reporter for The ...

Trump Is Running His Transition Team on Secret Money

Breaking with past practice, President-elect Donald J. Trump has not agreed to disclose the donors paying for his planning effort or to limit their contributions.

Top stories - The New York Times - 9 hours ago

Most in Oregon opposed to measure creating universal basic income: Poll

A poll conducted by the Public Policy Polling firm shows that 54% of Oregon voters oppose a state effort to provide every Oregonian with $1,600 a year in basic income, citing potential negative ...

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Most in new poll say campaigns should pay cities that host rallies

Most Americans believe presidential campaigns should pay local governments’ expenses after holding rallies, a new poll from YouGov shows. Three-quarters of Americans said campaigns should ...

Politics - The Hill - November 1

Poll finds most Dems want Harris for next presidential nominee

Despite losing to President-elect Trump in the 2024 White House election, most Democrats want Vice President Harris to be the party’s 2028 presidential nominee, according to a new survey. The ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

How President-elect Trump might handle war in Middle East

Israel continued its offensives in Lebanon and Gaza Wednesday as plans began for Donald Trump's transition back into the White House. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports on ...

Mental health tips on how to handle Trump blues and anxiety

Charity relaunches advice page recommending volunteering and getting involved in local civic causes during traumatic world events. After Donald Trump’s US presidential election victory this week, ...

World - The Guardian - November 9

How will Congress handle government funding? Johnson says it depends on Trump's 'preference'

Politics - Politico - November 12

Trump's approval rating at 54 percent as president-elect

A slight majority of registered voters approve of the job President-elect Trump is doing leading up to his second White House administration, according to a new poll. A Harvard CAPS/Harris poll ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

53 percent approve of Trump plans: Pew survey

More than half of the country approves of President-elect Trump’s plans and policies for his upcoming second term in the White House, according to a Pew Research Center survey released Friday. The ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

A Grim Trump and an Upbeat Harris End the Race Hitting Opposite Notes

The moods and messages were more different than ever as the presidential rivals made one last scramble through battleground states, their ambitions riding heavily on Pennsylvania.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 5

Zelensky congratulates Trump, noting commitment to 'peace through strength' approach

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky offered former President Trump his congratulations Wednesday, after Trump was projected to win the 2024 presidential election. “Congratulations to ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Trump transition live updates: Trump announces pick for energy secretary

Donald Trump is wasting no time in planning his return to the White House.

Trump transition live updates: Trump taps longtime ally as agriculture secretary

President-elect Donald Trump is continuing to announce his picks for top jobs inside his administration.

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