Politics

New ATF director speaks on his plans for the agency

Thursday, July 28 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The Senate confirmed Steven Dettelbach as director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives earlier this month, making him only the second ATF director to win Senate approval since confirmation was required in 2006.Dettelbach, who is a former federal prosecutor... Read More.

As US economy slows, Biden resists recession label and touts ‘historically strong’ job market

Thursday, July 28 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- President Joe Biden on Thursday pointed to robust job growth and low unemployment that should, he argued, quell growing concerns of a financial downturn after it was announced that the economy contracted for a second consecutive quarter -- meeting a common but... Read More.

Trump PAC made large donations to Michigan group and others pushing voting restrictions or false election claims

Thursday, July 28 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- As former President Donald Trump continues to push false claims of voter fraud in the 2020 election, his political action committee has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to organizations and candidates that are pushing to tighten voting laws or spread unproven... Read More.

Democrats blast the party for spotlighting challenger to Republican who voted to impeach Trump

Thursday, July 28 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Just 10 days into his congressional career, Michigan Rep. Peter Meijer broke with his party and voted with nine other Republicans and every Democrat in the House to impeach President Donald Trump over the Capitol riot.Now, just days before his primary, Meijer... Read More.

Biden touts ‘historic’ spending deal, Schumer urges Democrats to stay united

Thursday, July 28 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Following a surprise announcement Wednesday that he and West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin struck a deal on a major spending package -- reviving Democrats' hopes of addressing health care and climate -- Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer met with his caucus behind... Read More.

President Biden’s granddaughter will get married on the White House’s South Lawn

Thursday, July 28 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Naomi Biden, President Joe Biden's eldest granddaughter, will have her fall wedding on the South Lawn of the White House -- the first time the White House has hosted nuptials since 2013."Sooo not sure how best to update but was supposed to... Read More.

State policies on extreme heat seen as critical in mitigating climate change effects

Thursday, July 28 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- With communities around the country suffering from extreme temperatures, just months after some of those same locations saw unbearable cold snaps, some state leaders are taking the initiative with proposals to help people navigate the consequences of climate change.In California, state... Read More.

Music industry backs bill to limit use of rap lyrics in federal court amid Young Thug indictment

Thursday, July 28 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Top music industry leaders, including the Recording Academy, are backing legislation introduced in Congress on Wednesday that would limit the use of rap lyrics as evidence by federal prosecutors in court proceedings.The Restoring Artistic Protection Act -- the RAP Act -- which... Read More.

Jan. 6 committee deepens probe into Trump cabinet: Sources

Thursday, July 28 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol is working to secure testimony from a growing number of officials in former President Donald Trump's Cabinet, sources familiar with the matter tell ABC News.Trump's former Treasury Secretary Steven... Read More.

Paul Whelan’s twin brother speaks out on US proposal to secure his release with Brittney Griner

Thursday, July 28 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- The family of former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan, who has been detained in Russia for more than three years, said they now have "a little bit of hope" after learning that the United States has offered a prisoner swap to bring... Read More.

Manchin surprisingly announces spending deal with Schumer — including health care, climate

Wednesday, July 27 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- In a surprise move Wednesday, West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin announced that not only had he reached a deal with Majority Leader Chuck Schumer on a major health care-focused spending package -- he had also signed onto climate and energy provisions.It was... Read More.

Kansas to vote on abortion in primary: What to know

Wednesday, July 27 by ABC News

(TOPEKA, Kan.) -- When Kansans head to the polls on Aug. 2 to vote in their primary election, they will also decide on a critical ballot measure that could impact the future of abortion legislation in their state.Kansas is the first state in the... Read More.

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New ATF director speaks on his plans for the agency

As US economy slows, Biden resists recession label and touts ‘historically strong’ job market

Democrats blast the party for spotlighting challenger to Republican who voted to impeach Trump

Biden touts ‘historic’ spending deal, Schumer urges Democrats to stay united

President Biden’s granddaughter will get married on the White House’s South Lawn

State policies on extreme heat seen as critical in mitigating climate change effects

Music industry backs bill to limit use of rap lyrics in federal court amid Young Thug indictment

Jan. 6 committee deepens probe into Trump cabinet: Sources

Paul Whelan’s twin brother speaks out on US proposal to secure his release with Brittney Griner

Manchin surprisingly announces spending deal with Schumer — including health care, climate

Kansas to vote on abortion in primary: What to know

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