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Biden tries to navigate the Israel-Hamas war protests roiling college campuses

Apr. 24, 2024 08:17 AM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — Student protests over the war in Gaza have created a new and unpredictable challenge for President Joe Biden as he resists calls to cut off U.S. support for Israel while trying to hold together the coalition of voters he'll need for reelection. The protests at...

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Puerto Rico's Democratic presidential primary

Apr. 24, 2024 07:08 AM EDT

WASHINGTON (AP) — Puerto Rico will hold a Democratic presidential primary on Sunday, which will be the only opportunity most registered voters on the island will have to officially weigh in on the race for the White House. Like other U.S. territories, voters in Puerto Rico can’t...

Biden administration finalizes rule to grant overtime for millions more salaried workers

Apr. 24, 2024 06:38 AM EDT

NEW YORK (AP) — The Biden administration has finalized a new rule set to make millions of more salaried workers eligible for overtime pay in the U.S. The move marks the largest expansion in federal overtime eligibility seen in decades. Starting July 1, employers will be required...

Biden's long fight with Republicans over Ukraine aid has ended, but significant damage has been done

Apr. 24, 2024 06:29 AM EDT

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden's long, painful battle with Republicans in Congress to secure urgently needed assistance for Ukraine will end Wednesday when he signs into law a $95 billion war aid measure that also includes support for Israel, Taiwan and other allies. But...

What to listen for during Supreme Court arguments on Donald Trump and presidential immunity

Apr. 24, 2024 00:17 AM EDT

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court hears arguments Thursday over whether Donald Trump is immune from prosecution in a case charging him with plotting to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. It's a historic day for the court, with the justices having an...

Disgraced coal CEO lost races as GOP and third party candidate. He's trying again as a Democrat

Apr. 24, 2024 00:13 AM EDT

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Don Blankenship hasn't had much success running for office. He ran for the Senate as a Republican in 2018 and sought the White House in 2020 as a third party candidate. He lost badly both times but is on the ballot again in 2024, this time as a Democrat...

Arizona Democrats attempt to repeal the state’s 19th century abortion ban

Apr. 24, 2024 00:08 AM EDT

For a third straight week, Democrats at the Arizona Legislature are attempting Wednesday to repeal the state's near-total ban on abortions, again spotlighting an issue that has put Republicans on the defensive in a battleground state for the presidential election. Republicans have...

US banning TikTok? Your key questions answered

Apr. 24, 2024 00:02 AM EDT

No, TikTok will not suddenly disappear from your phone. Nor will you go to jail if you continue using it after it is banned. After years of attempts to ban the Chinese-owned app, including by former President Donald Trump, a measure to outlaw the popular video-sharing app has won...

Indiana GOP candidates for governor make their pitch to voters at debate in Sen. Braun's absence

Apr. 23, 2024 23:02 PM EDT

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Five gubernatorial candidates sought to undermine each other’s records during a final debate Tuesday night ahead of Indiana's May 7 GOP primary, but took few shots at the absent U.S. Sen. Mike Braun, who is considered the front-runner of the crowded field. ...

Biden blames Trump for Florida's 6-week abortion ban, says women nationwide face health crisis

Apr. 23, 2024 22:50 PM EDT

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — President Joe Biden on Tuesday blamed Donald Trump for Florida's upcoming abortion ban and other restrictions across the country that have imperiled access to care for pregnant women, arguing Trump has created a “healthcare crisis for women all over this country.” ...