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Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows

Sep. 07, 2024 12:55 PM EDT

WASHINGTON (AP) — ABC’s “This Week” — Former Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo.; Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders, R-Ark. ___ NBC's “Meet the Press” — Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Raphael Warnock, D-Ga.; Gov. Doug Burgum, R-N.D. ___ ...

What does a state Capitol do when its hall of fame gallery is nearly out of room? Find more space

Aug. 05, 2024 16:36 PM EDT

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Visitors to the North Dakota Capitol enter a spacious hall lined with portraits of the Peace Garden State's famous faces. But the gleaming gallery is nearly out of room. Bandleader Lawrence Welk, singer Peggy Lee and actress Angie Dickinson are among the 49...

Independent candidate who tried to recall Burgum makes ballot for North Dakota governor

Jul. 29, 2024 13:06 PM EDT

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A past candidate for various statewide offices in North Dakota has made the November ballot in his bid for governor as an independent. U.S. Air Force veteran Michael Coachman, of Larimore, submitted 1,141 valid signatures, needing 1,000 to qualify. Secretary...

FACT FOCUS: A look at Biden's economic policies related to rising prices

Jul. 18, 2024 08:35 AM EDT

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden's economic policies have been slammed by several speakers at the Republican National Convention. But some of the criticism was off base. Here's a look at the facts. ___ North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum on the economy:...

What to watch as the Republican National Convention enters its third day in Milwaukee

Jul. 17, 2024 12:45 PM EDT

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The third day of the Republican National Convention kicks off Wednesday with Republicans — led by the newly nominated Donald Trump and JD Vance — shifting to issues of national security and foreign policy. Republicans are expected to focus on Democratic...

Republicans are gathering in Milwaukee to nominate Donald Trump again. Here's what to expect

Jul. 17, 2024 04:41 AM EDT

For all the usual stagecraft, the Republican National Convention that opens Monday is different from Donald Trump's previous nominating affairs. In 2016 and 2020, Trump was the underdog heading into fall and faced criticism from within his own party. This year, he will accept the...

On an unusually busy news day, did the assassination attempt's aftermath change the media tone?

Jul. 16, 2024 07:06 AM EDT

If this were a typical presidential campaign, Donald Trump's selection of JD Vance as his running mate on the Republican ticket would have likely dominated media discussions for a week or two. This is not a typical presidential campaign. On Monday, that choice was...

The Latest: Trump picks Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his Republican running mate

Jul. 15, 2024 23:18 PM EDT

Donald Trump says Ohio Sen. JD Vance will be his vice presidential pick. He said on his Truth Social Network, “After lengthy deliberation and thought, and considering the tremendous talents of many others, I have decided that the person best suited to assume the position of Vice...

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has been told he will not be chosen as Trump's running mate, AP sources say

Jul. 15, 2024 14:36 PM EDT
MILWAUKEE (AP) — North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has been told he will not be chosen as Trump's running mate, AP sources say.

What to watch as the Republican National Convention kicks off days after Trump assassination attempt

Jul. 15, 2024 10:43 AM EDT

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Republican National Convention starts Monday in Milwaukee, two days after Donald Trump was injured in an assassination attempt, with the violent scene at his campaign rally horrifying the country and amplifying already intense political divisions. Trump and his...