IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser.

More politics news

7h ago

U.S. citizens are languishing in Chinese prisons with little hope of release

As Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited China this week, the most important issue for hundreds of U.S. families was the fate of their loved ones imprisoned in the country.
Nelson Wells Jr of Bossier City, La., who is currently detained in China.
Nelson Wells Jr of Bossier City, La., who is currently detained in China.

Pennsylvania brings protest votes to center stage

More than 160,000 Republicans voted against Donald Trump in what amounted to an uncontested primary. Another 127,000 Democrats cast anti-Joe Biden ballots.
politics political politician rally campaign crowd signs maga
politics political politician rally campaign crowd signs maga

Witness at hush money trial details deals with Playboy model and porn actress 'to protect Donald Trump'

Trump has denied claims that he had sexual encounters with the two women, Karen McDougal and Stormy Daniels.
Former President Donald Trump holds news clippings as he leaves court for the day on April 18, 2024.
Former President Donald Trump holds news clippings as he leaves court for the day on April 18, 2024.

Secret Service removes agent from Kamala Harris' detail after 'distressing' behavior

The agent, whose identity has not been disclosed, was involved with the vice president’s departure from Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, to Wisconsin on Monday morning.
Kamala Harris
Kamala Harris

Trump hush money trial highlights: David Pecker returns to testify about Playboy playmate payouts

Pecker, a former publisher of the National Enquirer, testified Tuesday about how the tabloid fabricated stories to help Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.
Donald Trump
Donald Trump

At Supreme Court, Trump lawyer backs away from absolute immunity argument

Trump attorney D. John Sauer conceded there are allegations in the indictment that do not involve "official acts," meaning they would not be subject to any presidential immunity.
Donald Trump and D. John Sauer during a press conference at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Washington, D.C.
Donald Trump and D. John Sauer during a press conference at the Waldorf Astoria hotel in Washington, D.C.
22h ago

Mitch McConnell says presidents shouldn't be immune from prosecution

The Senate minority leader made the comments in an interview with NBC News' "Meet the Press" as the Supreme Court weighed Donald Trump's claim of absolute immunity.
Kristen Welker, the moderator of Meet the Press, interviews Minority Leader Mitch McConnell  on April 25, 2024 in the U.S. Capitol.
Kristen Welker, the moderator of Meet the Press, interviews Minority Leader Mitch McConnell  on April 25, 2024 in the U.S. Capitol.
1d ago

'It's on everybody's mind': Morehouse faculty and students raise concerns about Biden's graduation speech

A Morehouse professor said many students and faculty members were "wrestling" with whether to protest the president's visit.
Joe Biden politics political politician
Joe Biden politics political politician

Trump immunity case highlights: Ex-president's lawyers and DOJ argue before Supreme Court

Conservative justices expressed concerns about limiting future presidents while liberals raised worries about Trump's argument for absolute immunity.
Donald Trump
Donald Trump

Supreme Court signals further delay in Trump election interference case as it weighs immunity

Trump's appeal and the court's handling of it have already delayed a trial. What the court rules — and when — will determine whether the trial can take place before the election.
Donald Trump; Jack Smith.
Donald Trump; Jack Smith.

LATEST FROM NBC NEWS