Trump, Donald
Donald Trump's COVID-19 diagnosis, announced in a tweet on the morning of October 2, has sent shockwaves through the US election campaign, raising concerns about the president's ability to fulfill his duties and mobilizing officials to identify others in his orbit who may be infected. As
Trump, Donald
In the first 2020 presidential debate, President Donald Trump and Democratic nominee Joe Biden clashed on several key issues, including the response to the Covid-19 pandemic, the economy, and racial justice. Moderated by Fox News's Chris Wallace, the debate covered a range of topics, from the Supreme Court
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The U.S. stock market defied a chaotic presidential debate and rallied strongly on Wednesday, driven by renewed stimulus talks, a stronger-than-expected September jobs report, and positive coronavirus vaccine updates. The Dow Jones and NASDAQ indices saw significant gains, with the Dow Jones rising over 525 points and NASDAQ increasing
Campaign debates
Presidential debates are often more about style and presentation than substance and policy, with charisma and one-liners holding significant sway over voters. Candidates who excel in delivering memorable soundbites and charming performances tend to outshine those who articulate nuanced policy positions. The dynamics of presidential debates have evolved over the
Trump, Donald
As the 2016 election season enters its critical phase, both the Democratic and Republican parties are facing significant challenges that threaten to upend their chances of capturing the presidency, Congress, and the Supreme Court. President Obama's controversial policies on Syria and the Islamic State have been widely criticized,
Trump, Donald
In a televised address to the nation, President Obama outlined his administration's strategy for combating the Islamic State, sparking criticism from Republican presidential hopefuls who believe the approach is inadequate. Key Republicans, including leading candidate Donald Trump, accused the President of not doing enough to address the growing
Clinton, Hillary Rodham
As part of the Republican Leadership Summit in New Hampshire, a two-day event drawing about 500 activists and the party's entire 2016 field to the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Nashua, GOP presidential hopefuls have brought their criticisms of President Barack Obama and espoused conservative principles. The event has
Clinton, Hillary Rodham
Hillary Clinton, the first Democrat to announce her candidacy, is taking a more intimate approach to connecting with voters, holding her first campaign event at a community college in Monticello, Iowa, with a population of 3,800. In contrast to her previous campaign, Clinton is focusing on building relationships with
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Ron Paul, the 76-year-old Texan congressman, has been the target of a unified effort by Republican contenders to undermine his chances in the Iowa caucuses next week. Newt Gingrich, who was once seen as a front-runner, has joined forces with Mitt Romney to portray Paul's views as "
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Romney pokes fun at Gingrich's Virginia primary ballot woes, drawing a comparison to a classic TV episode. However, the issue is far from amusing for the former House speaker, who could be excluded from the ballot alongside Gov. Rick Perry. Influential Virginians, including two former state party chairs,
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Senator Barack Obama's groundbreaking victory in the Democratic caucuses and former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee's stunning win on the Republican side showcased the strength of their messages and grassroots support. As NPR national political correspondent Mara Liasson guided us through the results, it became clear that
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As Iowa's presidential caucuses approach, Republican candidate Mike Huckabee has pledged to go positive in his campaign, but he appears to have had a change of heart just before a press conference. Despite saying he would not air attack ads against opponent Mitt Romney, Huckabee went on to
