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Why did Matt Gaetz withdraw as Trump's attorney general pick?
Just over a week after President-elect Donald Trump named Matt Gaetz as his intended nominee for attorney general, the now-former congressman has withdrawn his name from consideration for the ...Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
Why did Trump win? The fundamentals did it.
Democrats should not be surprised by the election results, as fundamentals such as the economy, incumbency, and the incumbent president's approval rating have a systematic grip on presidential ...Politics - The Hill - November 13 -
Picking an Attorney General
Donald Trump has nominated a loyalist, Matt Gaetz, to lead the Justice Department. But his confirmation is not a sure thing.Top stories - The New York Times - November 14 -
Matt Gaetz feels the heat
The would-be attorney general is facing new pressure this week from his accusers and from Senate Democrats.Politics - Politico - November 18 -
Did P’Nut Die for Nothing? Test Shows Squirrel Did Not Have Rabies.
Officials released a timeline of the decision to euthanize the squirrel, whose confiscation led to outrage from some on the right and death threats to those deemed responsible.Top stories - The New York Times - November 13 -
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Did the US election polls fail?
Polls predicted a tight race - then Donald Trump won a commanding victory. So what went wrong?Top stories - BBC News - November 7 -
The Investigations Into Matt Gaetz: What to Know
Federal prosecutors scrutinized claims that Donald Trump’s choice for attorney general had sex with an underage girl, but did not charge him. The House Ethics Committee had its own inquiry.Top stories - The New York Times - November 14 -
Matt Gaetz Is the Perfect Man for the Job
Trump’s choice to lead the Justice Department is a flagrant provocation that is, like a pulpy B movie, so bad it’s good.Top stories - The New York Times - November 15 -
A progressive’s plea: Confirm Matt Gaetz.
Matt Gaetz, Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, and three other controversial nominees should be confirmed by the Senate, as they are what the American people voted for and would create ...Politics - The Hill - November 19 -
Inside the confirmation process for Matt Gaetz
President-elect Donald Trump's pick for attorney general, Matt Gaetz, is facing a tough road in his confirmation process as calls continue for the release of a House Ethics Committee report on ...Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
Matt Gaetz AG nomination: Timeline
In the span of eight days, Matt Gaetz went from a re-elected House member to an embattled attorney general pick who withdrew his nomination amid multiple scandals.Top stories - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Can Matt Gaetz return to Congress?
Now that former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) has withdrawn from consideration to be President-elect Trump’s attorney general, questions are swirling about whether he will return to the House — or if he ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
Did Labour mislead UK public ahead of Budget?
Rachel Reeves’ tax-raising measures come after she pledged not to be a levy-hiking chancellorWorld - Financial Times - October 31 -
No, Trump did not threaten Liz Cheney with a firing squad
The “firing squad” claim isn’t even a little bit true. It doesn’t lack context. He simply didn’t say what they said he said.Politics - The Hill - November 3 -
Who did these undecided US voters finally pick?
The BBC speaks again to a group who have struggled to pick between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.Top stories - BBC News - November 4 -
No, tariffs did not make American industry great
New research suggests that America’s manufacturing rise came despite high tariffs, not because of them.Business - MarketWatch - November 5 -
Why did Hamilton struggle when Russell was competitive?
BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your questions following the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.Top stories - BBC News - November 5 -
George Conway reflects on election: America did this to itself
George Conway, a former advocate for President-elect Trump who has been outspoken against his candidacy, argued in an op-ed in The Atlantic Wednesday that America “did this to itself.” “This time, ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
After a 2,000-Mile Trip, a Penguin Finds Itself on an Australian Beach
“This is the furthest north I’ve heard of an emperor penguin,” an expert said.World - The New York Times - November 8 -
Did Elon Musk Win the Election for Trump?
Through his wealth and cultural influence, Elon Musk undoubtedly strengthened the Trump campaign. WIRED unpacks whether it really was his efforts that sealed the deal for the president-elect.Tech - Wired - November 7 -
Why did Scotland loss to Springboks feel inevitable?
South Africa second row Eben Etzebeth said the 17-point win over Scotland flattered his side. So why did their win feel so inevitable?Top stories - BBC News - November 10 -
Trump Relished, and Rewarded, Kennedy’s Endorsement. Did It Matter?
In the backing of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Donald J. Trump found the kind of name-brand validation he covets. But polls suggest Mr. Kennedy’s supporters didn’t race to the ballot box.Top stories - The New York Times - November 16 -
Did modern monetary theory elect Donald Trump?
The Biden-Harris administration began their term assuming they could “run the economy hot” while also avoiding inflation.Politics - The Hill - November 19 -
Blue Bracelets, MAGA Hats and “92% Club” Shirts: How Americans Are Flaunting Their Voting Choices
In the aftermath of the presidential election, voters are reaching for merchandise and political symbols either to celebrate the results or to make clear their opposition.Lifestyle - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Hamilton 'did not want to come back' after Brazil
Lewis Hamilton says he will "give it absolutely everything" for his final three races with Mercedes after struggling badly in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.Top stories - BBC News - 5 days ago
