Trump Shows Signs of Strength in Sun Belt Battlegrounds, Polls Find

New polls from The New York Times and Siena College showed Donald J. Trump ahead in Arizona and leading in tight races in Georgia and North Carolina.

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Ex-NYC Covid czar fired after he admits to attending banned 'private gatherings' during height of pandemic

The Board of Directors at SIGA Technologies terminated Dr. Jay Varma effective immediately, a federal filing shows.

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U.S. Rep. at U.N.: Our Response to Iran Proxies Attacking Israel 'Starts with' Trying to Get Deal with Other Iranian Proxy

On Monday's "CNN Newsroom," Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Sen. Ben Cardin (D-MD), who will be a U.S. Representative at the upcoming U.N. | Clips

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Trump Gets a Lift From Arizona Ticket-Splitters Backing a Democrat for Senate

Representative Ruben Gallego, the Democratic candidate for Senate, leads in this key contest, a New York Times/Siena College poll found, while Kamala Harris trails Donald Trump.

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Man sentenced to 31 years to life in L.A. murder of rapper PnB Rock

Prosecutors said Freddie Lee Trone ordered his underage son to rob the rapper at a famous eatery. Trone's lawyer said evidence was lacking and plans to file an appeal.

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Harris Is Set to Visit Border, Trying to Cut Into Trump’s Immigration Edge

During a trip to Arizona, Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to make her first visit to the southern border since becoming the Democratic nominee.

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Trump Resurrects His Beef With Jimmy Kimmel and Oprah at Pennsylvania Rally

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Trump rules out 2028 run if he loses amid row over Janet Jackson comment on Harris

Trump said he can’t see himself running for president again in 2028 if he loses the election - but believes he will be successful in November

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Famously bipartisan political couple discuss their marriage with Anderson Cooper

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Even JD Vance Thinks Mark Robinson’s Alleged Posts Are ‘Pretty Gross’

“I’ve seen some of the statements. I haven’t seen them all. Some of them are pretty gross, to put it mildly.”

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U.S. to send troops to be ready to help evacuate U.S. citizens from Lebanon

The move comes amid U.S. concerns about a lack of understanding about what Israel’s plans are when it comes to conflict with Hezbollah.

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Melania Trump speech payment mystery

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Philadelphia Phillies clinch 1st NL East title since 2011

The Philadelphia Phillies have won the NL East for the first time since 2011, clinching the division title with a 6-2 win over the Chicago Cubs. Kyle Schwarber and J.T.

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Cardin: Biden-Harris Has 'Excellent Record of Trying' to Get World 'to Calm Things Down', But Iran's Proxies Are Attacking

On Monday's "CNN Newsroom," Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Sen. Ben Cardin (D-MD), stated that "The Biden-Harris administration has an | Clips

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House Republicans move to avoid government shutdown amid intraparty opposition

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Israel Reveals Hezbollah Missile in Civilian Home; Residents Flee Southern Lebanon

The IDF showed a Hezbollah missile being stored in a private home in southern Lebanon, as civilians heeded Netanyahu's warning to flee.

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Watch: Trump Gives Struggling Mother $100 at PA Grocery Store

Former President Donald Trump visited a grocery store in Pennsylvania on Monday where he gave $100 to a struggling mother of three.

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Keith Olbermann Details His ‘Wholesome’ Fling With Olivia Nuzzi

The veteran sportscaster and political commentator said he also dated Nuzzi, who is currently on leave from New York Magazine for an undisclosed relationship with RFK Jr.

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Newsom Bans Plastic Bags in California Stores, After 10-Year Single-use Plastic Bag Ban Fails

Newsom signed a bill that bans the use of plastic bags at grocery stores after the state's 10-year-old ban on single-use plastic bags failed.

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House Republican leaders expected to bypass GOP opposition by relying heavily on Democrats to keep government open

House Republicans are expected to bypass mounting GOP opposition to a spending bill to keep the government running into December by using a procedural floor move that would rely heavily on Democrats to pass the legislation and avoid a government shutdown.

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John Fetterman Warns Democrats that Donald Trump Is Far More Popular in Pennsylvania than They Think

Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) warned Democrats that former President Donald Trump is far more popular in Pennsylvania than they may think.

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Crowd at Trump Rally Erupts as Kahn’s Number-One Song ‘Fighter' Plays

Donald Trump's rally in Indiana, Pennsylvania, on Monday erupted into cheers as Breitbart News's Jon Kahn's song, "Fighter," played.

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Student in carving of racial slur on teammate's chest no longer enrolled at Gettysburg College

The institution said the unidentified student, accused of carving the epithet using a box cutter at an on-campus swim team gathering, is no longer enrolled at the college.

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Trump Shuns the Economy for 'Illegal Aliens' Strategy

Vowing deportations and spreading conspiracies about migrants packs more political punch, GOP strategists say.

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What voters think about climate change ahead of Election Day 2024

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China's central bank chief set to hold press conference days after Fed rate cut

People's Bank of China Governor Pan Gongsheng is set to speak to reporters Tuesday alongside two other financial regulator heads.

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Alan Dershowitz Says Feds May Not Be Able To Prosecute Would-Be Trump Assassin For Attempted Assassination

Alan Dershowitz expressed doubt Monday that prosecutors could make a case for attempted murder against the man accused of trying to assassinate Donald Trump.

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O'Leary: Harris Lack of Economic Details 'Really Big Sticking Point with Investors'

Shark Tank star Kevin O'Leary said on Monday on Fox News Channel's "Your World" that business investors were concerned that Vice President Kamala Harris had not released details of her economic plan. | Clips

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49ers star RB Christian McCaffrey heads to Germany to see a specialist for his Achilles injury

San Francisco 49ers All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey has traveled to Germany to consult with a specialist about his Achilles tendinitis.

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The unspoken rules of celebrating Oktoberfest in Munich

How to order a beer? Which side to tie a dirndl? Here's what to know about celebrating Octoberfest in Munich, the birthplace of the world-famous annual event.

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California sues ExxonMobil for allegedly lying about recyclable plastics

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Police searching for suspects, motive in Birmingham shooting

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Federal Jury Clears Most ‘Trump Train’ Drivers In 2020 Voter Intimidation Case

A Texas federal jury dismissed on Monday most of the voter intimidation claims against six Trump supporters involved in surrounding a Biden-Harris campaign bus.

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Prosecutors hint at another charge for Trump shooting attempt suspect

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Melania Trump questions media’s choice to ‘scrutinize’ her past as a nude model in new memoir

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Jill Biden and Al Sharpton pay tribute to civil rights activist Sybil Morial

First Lady Jill Biden, former ambassador Andrew Young and the Rev. Al Sharpton were among those who paid tribute during funeral services in New Orleans for civil rights activist Sybil Morial.

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Florida fight over abortion intensifies in weeks before voters head to polls

An abortion rights political action committee in Florida raised about $8 million to support a high profile ballot initiative that would loosen restrictions on abortion access in the state. NBC News’ Marissa Parra details the fight and explains what state government is saying about fraud on the ballot.

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Suspect in Trump Assassination Attempt Outlined Plans in Note

The disclosure, included in a court filing, paints the clearest picture yet of an itinerant contractor who repeatedly said he was willing to die to defend Ukraine.

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Vance, Declining to Denounce Robinson, Lashes Out at Media Instead

JD Vance, campaigning in North Carolina, criticized journalists for asking about Mark Robinson, the embattled Republican running for governor there.

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Asia-Pacific markets set to climb as China central bank in focus; S&P, Dow set fresh records

The People's Bank of China will hold a press conference at 9 a.m. local time after cutting a short-term lending rate.

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Suspect in Florida assassination attempt against Trump left note, FBI says

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Marcellus Williams' execution set to proceed Tuesday, Missouri Supreme Court rules

Lawyers for Marcellus Williams, who maintains his innocence, argued Monday the execution should be halted over the exclusion of a potential Black juror.

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Man convicted of sending his son to rob and kill rapper PnB Rock gets 31 years to life

A man convicted of sending his 17-year-old son into a restaurant to rob and kill rapper PnB Rock has been sentenced to 31 years to life in prison.

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Examining the gap between voters and lawmakers on climate change

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'Trump Train' trial: Texas jury finds San Antonio man violated Klan Act; 5 defendants cleared

The verdict caps an emotionally charged, two-week trial in Austin federal court that reconstructed the high-speed confrontation on I-35.

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New Trump Ad Criticizes Harris' Support Of Trans Rights

Republicans and conservative organizations released new political ads that target Democratic candidates — and spread fear and misinformation about trans people.

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Watch Live: Donald Trump Holds Rally in Indiana, Pennsylvania

Former President Donald Trump speaks to supporters at a rally in Indiana, Pennsylvania, on Monday, September 23.

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Trump Threatens To Impose Risky Tariff Scheme Whether Congress Approves Or Not

Economists have said big hikes on imported goods could make them more expensive to consumers.

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McCaskill: Trump 'Can't Put Three Sentences Together About His Policies'

MSNBC contributor Claire McCaskill claimed Monday on MSNBC's "Deadline" that former President Donald Trump couldn't "put three sentences together about his policies." | Clips

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