Trump's potential Supreme Court impact and racist text messages about picking cotton: Morning Rundown

Vance says 'we have to stop getting so offended' when asked about racist jokes at Trump rally

Sen. JD Vance said that while he hadn't heard the racist jokes made by a comedian at his running mate's New York City rally the previous night, he thinks Americans need to "stop getting so offended."

Politics - NBC News - October 29

Harris rejects Tony Hinchcliffe's racist remarks about Puerto Rico at Trump MSG rally as 'nonsense'

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris said GOP nominee Donald Trump is "fixated on his grievances, on himself and on dividing our country."

Business - CNBC - October 28

Racist jokes about Puerto Rico at rally bring anger and disgust: ‘Truly how the Trump party sees us’

Tony Hinchcliffe’s series of racist jokes at Donald Trump’s rally on Sunday were widely condemned . Some Americans, particularly those of Puerto Rican descent, said that the racist remarks aired ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Maine shooting survivors claim Army negligence and FDA's weight-loss drug decision: Morning Rundown

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Biden admin threatens to restrict Israel aid and Tyron McAlpin arrest under scrutiny: Morning Rundown

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Texas 'shaken baby syndrome' execution and One Direction's Liam Payne dies: Morning Rundown

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Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar killed and NOAA winter weather forecast: Morning Rundown

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Obama's outreach to young Black men and Russell Wilson's Steelers debut: Morning Rundown

Obama focuses his campaign outreach on young Black men.

Harvey Weinstein diagnosed with cancer and LeBron could make NBA history with son Bronny: Morning Rundown

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Battleground state election lawsuits and IRS raises income tax brackets: Morning Rundown

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Federal investigation launched into racist texts targeting Black Americans across 10 states

Federal authorities are examining a series of racist texts sent to Black Americans across 10 states. Many of the messages were sent to students and make reference to slavery.

Multiple agencies investigating racist texts sent to random Black Americans in multiple states

The FBI, FCC, and Justice Department along with state and local agencies are all probing a series of racist text messages with almost identical language that were sent to Black Americans across ...

The Supreme Court’s blockbuster gun case is a shot at redemption

In last Tuesday’s ghost gun oral argument, several justices gave the impression that they are inclined to follow the law’s clear text, even where that text leads to gun regulation.

Politics - The Hill - October 15

Abortion Could Decide Control of State Supreme Courts

In Michigan, Ohio, Arizona and elsewhere, progressive court candidates are hoping that the abortion issue that helped conservatives remake the federal judiciary will work for them this time.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 15

Is Brazil’s Supreme Court Saving Democracy or Threatening It?

Brazil’s top court expanded its power to protect democracy. But some are wondering whether the court now represents the threat.

World - The New York Times - October 17

Supreme Court seems skeptical on emergency abortions

Last week, the court left in place a lower federal court ruling in Texas that bans the Department of Health and Human Services from enforcing a federal health care law.

Politics - The Hill - October 16

Supreme Court allows Biden plan on power plants

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Supreme Court paves way for Biden climate rule for power plants The Supreme Court declined Wednesday to block a Biden ...

Politics - The Hill - October 16

First openly transgender lawyer to argue at Supreme Court

ACLU lawyer Chase Strangio will make history as the first openly transgender attorney to argue before the U.S. Supreme Court.

How the Supreme Court might act in the 2024 election

The Republican National Committee said it filed 130 lawsuits in 26 states ahead of the November general election.

Supreme Court docket heats up with election disputes

The Supreme Court is increasingly being pulled into the upcoming presidential contest. With a week to go until Election Day, the justices now have four election-related applications on their ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Kamala Harris and Democrats will pack the Supreme Court if they win

Kamala Harris has not dismissed the idea of Supreme Court reform, raising concerns that if Democrats win the Senate, they could pack the court with more justices, unless the filibuster remains intact.

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Supreme Court to Hear Louisiana Congressional Map Dispute

The case, which will not affect this election cycle, involves a legal fight over how the state draws its voting maps and could determine the political power of Black voters there.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Michigan Democrats defend state Supreme Court majority

Democrats have expanded their majority on the Michigan Supreme Court after winning a pair of races on Tuesday, according to The Associated Press. Justice Kyra Harris Bolden, a former appointee ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Cardi B says Harris inspired her to vote as candidates hold dueling Wisconsin rallies – live

Supreme court rejects Republican bid to throw out thousands of Pennsylvania ballots; Democrat condemns Trump’s remarks on Liz Cheney. Tell us: Did you vote for a different candidate than your ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

Kamala Harris delivers ‘closing argument’ in Washington: ‘It is time for a new generation of leadership’ – live

Tens of thousands of Harris supporters gather as she condemns ‘petty tyrant’ on the grounds where Trump spoke the day of the Capitol riot. Don’t miss important US election coverage. Get our free ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

Harris Sharpens her Message on Trump

Also, the U.S. said North Korea sent troops to aid Russia. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Trump Picked the Wrong Moment to Complain About a Language Barrier

But his description of the problems he sees with Haitian immigrants helps explain his monochrome vision of American life.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 17

Trump supporters who bought his lies about the last election face reality in court

Days before the 2024 election, the FBI continues to arrest alleged Jan. 6 rioters who stormed the Capitol because of Donald Trump's lies about the last election.

Politics - NBC News - October 26

Reader reactions to a potential Trump victory

With just hours until polling stations open, the race for the White House is too close to call — but what do people around the world think of a possible second Trump presidency?

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Potential Trump Cabinet members, policies

Donald Trump's transition team is focusing on potential Cabinet members for the former president's second term in the White House. The Trump administration may also institute quick policy changes ...

Supreme Court Ruling Means Italy’s ‘Bunga Bunga’ Saga Is Not Over

The ruling sets the stage for yet another trial related to the scandal involving Silvio Berlusconi, the former prime minister of Italy who died last year.

World - The New York Times - October 14

Supreme Court tosses decision that shielded officers who arrested citizen journalist

A Texas citizen journalist was arrested after she published two news stories to her Facebook page that included information she sought from a police source.

Politics - CBS News - October 15

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