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Rubio, Vance see growing speculation over their 2028 ambitions

President Trump floating Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio as a potential presidential ticket is fueling questions about their...

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Trump sitting for '60 Minutes' interview

President Trump sat down with CBS News’s Norah O’Donnell on Friday for an interview that will air Sunday on “60 Minutes.” The interview, which...

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Asked to clarify nuclear testing remarks, Trump says, 'You'll find out very soon'

President Trump told reporters Friday they would “find out very soon” when asked to clarify if he plans on resuming underground nuclear detonation...

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Trump renovates Lincoln Bathroom, strips away 'totally inappropriate' art deco style

President Trump showed off his renovations of the White House's Lincoln Bathroom on Friday, calling out the room’s previous art deco style as...

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Vance predicts holiday air travel will be 'a disaster' if shutdown does not end

Vice President Vance predicted Thursday that holiday air travel will be a “disaster” if the government shutdown does not end.  “It could be a...

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Trump, Xi didn't discuss Taiwan, Russian oil nor Blackwell chips

President Trump said the issues of Taiwan, Russian oil and Nvidia's advanced Blackwell chip weren't raised during his wide-ranging meeting with...

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Trump directs Pentagon to start testing nuclear weapons

President Trump said on Wednesday that he has instructed the Defense Department (DOD) to immediately begin testing U.S. nuclear weapons on an equal...

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Trump says South Korea has agreed to invest $350 billion in US for lower tariffs

President Trump said Wednesday that South Korea would pay the U.S. $350 billion in exchange for lower tariffs as a part of the recently announced...

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Trump weighs in on Virginia, New Jersey races

President Trump weighed in on Tuesday’s elections in Virginia and New Jersey, warning in a Truth Social post that a vote for Democrats is a “death...

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Trump says South Korea will build its nuclear-powered submarine in Philadelphia shipyards

President Trump announced that South Korea will construct its nuclear-powered submarine in Philadelphia shipyards as a part of the new trade deal...

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Trump pitches working with Democrats on ObamaCare alternative

President Trump floated working with Democrats on an alternative to ObamaCare on Wednesday, saying the two parties could come up with a “much...

29.10.2025 3

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Japanese prime minister will nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize: Leavitt

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters in Japan on Tuesday that the country’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will nominate...

28.10.2025 2

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Trump to US troops in Japan: 'Go out and buy a Toyota'

President Trump told U.S. troops in Japan to purchase cars made by Toyota on Tuesday, saying that the Japanese carmaker has plans to build auto plants...

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Virginia Democrats brace for split-ticket result amid Jay Jones fallout

Virginia Democrats are bracing for the possibility of split-ticket results in the governor and attorney general races, which could pose a significant...

28.10.2025 10

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Melania Trump privately raised concerns about tearing down East Wing: Report

First lady Melania Trump privately raised concerns about demolishing the East Wing of the White House for President Trump's new ballroom, according to...

27.10.2025 2

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Platner's campaign manager steps down amid controversies

Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner’s campaign manager confirmed to The Hill on Monday that he's leaving his post. The development...

27.10.2025 10

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Trump says he would 'love to meet' Kim Jong Un during Asia trip

President Trump said on Monday that he would "love to meet" with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his trip to Asia this week.  “I’d love to...

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Trump confirms secondary physical included MRI, cognitive test

President Trump told reporters on Monday that he went underwent an MRI and a cognitive test during his "secondary" physical at Walter Reed earlier...

27.10.2025 10

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Trump on seeking a third term: 'I would love to do it' 

President Trump on Monday once again teased an attempt to run for a third-term, telling reporters while en route to Japan that he “would love to do...

27.10.2025 10

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Platner controversies put Democrats in a political bind

Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner’s mounting controversies are testing the willingness of Democratic voters and politicians to support a...

26.10.2025 10

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Majority of California voters back Newsom's redistricting measure: Poll

A majority of California voters say they support Gov. Gavin Newsom’s (D) redistricting effort, known as Proposition 50, according to a new Emerson...

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5 takeaways from the final New York City mayor's debate

The three candidates in New York City’s mayoral race took to the debate stage for the final time on Wednesday less than two weeks out from Election...

23.10.2025 10

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Trump predicts deal on 'everything' in meeting with Xi

President Trump predicted he would make a deal on “everything” with Chinese President Xi Jinping ahead of their upcoming meeting in South Korea...

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North Carolina GOP approves new House map targeting vulnerable Democrat

North Carolina’s state House passed a new Republican-drafted congressional map on Wednesday, giving the party one additional pick-up opportunity...

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Virginia Democrats bet anti-Trump anger will eclipse text scandal

Virginia Democrats are banking on anger toward President Trump pushing them over the finish line in next month’s off-year elections following a...

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Poll shows tightening statewide races in Virginia

A poll from Virginia Commonwealth University released Tuesday shows tight margins in the state’s governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general...

21.10.2025 3

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Obama to campaign with Sherrill in New Jersey

Rep. Mikie Sherrill’s (D-N.J.) gubernatorial campaign announced on Tuesday that former President Barack Obama will join her on the campaign trail in...

21.10.2025 3

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White House begins demolishing part of East Wing for Trump ballroom

Demolition crews started the process of tearing down part of the White House East Wing on Monday to begin construction on President Trump’s planned...

20.10.2025 3

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Jay Jones rolls out ad tying Miyares to Trump in Virginia AG race

Democratic Virginia attorney general nominee Jay Jones rolled out his first ad on Monday following the texting scandal that has roiled his campaign...

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Moulton tests age as campaign issue with Markey challenge

Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton’s (D) primary challenge against Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) on generational grounds raises questions about the potency...

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Jay Jones's Virginia attorney general campaign says it raised $500K following debate

The campaign for Democratic Virginia attorney general nominee Jay Jones announced he raised $500,000 in less than 24 hours after the attorney general...

18.10.2025 10

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DNC chair: 'I believe that most Virginians have accepted' Jay Jones apology

Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Ken Martin said in an interview published on Friday that he believes most Virginians have accepted the...

17.10.2025 9

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5 takeaways from the Virginia attorney general debate

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares (R) and former state Del. Jay Jones (D) came face-to-face on Thursday at a highly anticipated attorney...

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Jones defends himself over violent texts, reckless driving at Virginia attorney general debate

Virginia Democratic attorney general nominee Jay Jones defended himself over unearthed violent texts and a past reckless driving conviction on stage...

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Leaked texts put spotlight on Virginia attorney general debate

Virginia plays host Thursday night to a pivotal debate in the state’s attorney general race between incumbent Republican Jason Miyares and...

16.10.2025 10

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Shapiro says arson attack left him with 'enormous sense of guilt'

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) said the arson attack on the governor’s residence earlier this year left him with “an enormous sense of...

14.10.2025 2

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Virginia Democrats defend Spanberger's handling of Jones text scandal

Virginia Democrats are defending gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger’s handling of a text scandal that has rocked the commonwealth less than a...

12.10.2025 5

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5 takeaways from the heated Virginia governor's debate

NORFOLK, Va. — Former Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) and Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R) faced off in the first and only gubernatorial...

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Spanberger rolls out ad hitting Earle-Sears over abortion comments before debate

Related video: Va. Gov. Candidate Spanberger (D) WON'T Retract Endorsement For Jones After Text Scandal NORFOLK, Va. — Former Rep. Abigail...

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Spanberger won't say if she endorses Jones after text scandal

Former Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) would not answer whether she still endorses Democratic attorney general nominee Jay Jones at the Virginia...

10.10.2025 5

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Jones texting scandal shadows Virginia governor's debate: 5 things to watch

The Virginia gubernatorial debate is taking place on Thursday under the shadow of a controversy involving leaked text messages from Democratic...

09.10.2025 10

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Earle-Sears highlights Jones texts in new ad

Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears’s (R) gubernatorial campaign rolled out a new ad Wednesday tying her Democratic opponent, former Rep. Abigail...

08.10.2025 3

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Kaine says Jones comments 'indefensible,' but he is 'still a supporter'

Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine (D) called Democratic state attorney general nominee Jay Jones’ recently unearthed violent text messages about former state...

08.10.2025 2

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California governor candidate Katie Porter cuts off interview after testy Trump exchange

California gubernatorial candidate and former Rep. Katie Porter (D-Calif.) tried to end an interview with a reporter after she was asked what she...

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Youngkin: Jay Jones texts 'demented'

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) lamented text messages sent by Democratic state attorney general candidate Jay Jones talking about violence against...

06.10.2025 3

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Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt jumps into GOP Senate primary

Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt (R ) said in an interview published on Monday that he is running for Senate in the Lone Star State, joining an already...

06.10.2025 3

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Virginia Democratic lieutenant governor candidate rolls out first ad of general election

Virginia lieutenant governor candidate and state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi (D) rolled out her first ad of the general election on Monday, highlighting her...

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GOP gubernatorial contender rolls out ad buy in Massachusetts

Businessman and Republican donor Mike Minogue’s gubernatorial campaign in Massachusetts rolled out a new ad buy on Monday, less than a week after he...

06.10.2025 3

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Earle-Sears ties Spanberger to Virginia AG candidate texts in new ad

Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears’ (R) gubernatorial campaign rolled out an ad tying her Democratic opponent, Abigail Spanberger, to the fallout...

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Trump calls on Democratic attorney general nominee Jay Jones to drop out of race

President Trump called on Democratic Virginia Attorney General nominee Jay Jones to drop out of his race over leaked text messages about former...

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