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December 05

Presidents of universities grilled on efforts to counter antisemitism on campus

Each university president has denounced antisemitism.
December 05
University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill speaks during a House Education and The Workforce Committee hearing titled "Holding Campus Leaders Accountable and Confronting Antisemitism" on Capitol Hill, Dec. 5, 2023.
December 05

North Carolina's battle for the suburbs

In a state that went for Trump over Biden by 1.34% in 2020, Wake County has the most registered voters in the state, and nearly half are unaffiliated to Republicans or Democrats.
December 05
In a state that went for Trump over Biden by 1.34% in 2020, Wake County has the most registered voters in the state, and nearly half are unaffiliated to Republicans or Democrats.
December 05

House has 'no choice' but to hold vote on formal Biden impeachment inquiry: Johnson

The new speaker said the House is at an "inflection point" in the probe.
December 05
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson speaks during a news conference at the Capitol, Dec. 5, 2023.
December 05

GOP Rep. George Santos has been expelled. Here's how his replacement will be chosen

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has scheduled the special election for Feb. 13.
December 05
Rep. George Santos walks into the House Republican cloakroom at the Capitol, Nov.  28, 2023.
December 05

Hundreds of military nominees confirmed hours after Tuberville ended long blockade

The senator had blocked hundreds of promotions over Pentagon abortion policy.
December 05
Sen. Tommy Tuberville participates in a Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee hearing, Nov. 14, 2023 in Washington.
December 05

Biden says Trump is existential threat to US; Trump tries to point finger at Biden

Democracy and election denialism could be defining issues in the 2024 race.
December 05
President Joe Biden speaks about Bidenomics at CS Wind, Nov. 29, 2023, in Pueblo, Colo.
December 05

Senate Republicans hold firm in face of last-minute White House push for Ukraine aid

Mitch McConnell insists the aid be tied to border security improvements.
December 05
Senator Mitch McConnell arrives for the weekly Senate Republican Leadership press conference, at the U.S. Capitol, in Washington, D.C., on December 5, 2023.
December 05

What to know about the 4th Republican presidential primary debate

Republican presidential candidates will face off in the fourth primary debate on Wednesday in Alabama.
December 05
Republican presidential candidates will face off in the fourth primary debate on Wednesday in Alabama.
December 05

House speaker says Jan. 6 video should be blurred to shield rioters, then backtracks

"We don't want them to be retaliated against," the House speaker initially said.
December 05
A large group of pro-Trump protesters stand on the East steps of the Capitol Building after storming its grounds, Jan. 6, 2021, in Washington.
December 05

Sen. Tommy Tuberville announces he will lift his hold on most military nominations

Tuberville had blocked hundreds of promotions over Pentagon's abortion policy.
December 05
VIDEO: Sen. Tommy Tuberville announces he will lift his hold on most military nominations
December 05

Students, university presidents tell Congress about antisemitism on campus

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien is on the Hill where students and university presidents talks about antisemitism on campus in the wake of the Israel-Hamas war.
December 05
VIDEO: Students, university presidents tell Congress about antisemitism on campus
December 05

White House warns Ukraine is running out of time and money

ABC News’ Elizabeth Schulze has all the details as the White House warns Congress that Ukraine is running out of money and urging lawmakers to pass an aid bill.
December 05
VIDEO: White House warns Ukraine is running out of time and money
December 05

Cheney says she may launch 3rd party bid against Trump, claims he could end democracy

"We face threats that could be existential to the United States," she argued.
December 05
Former Congresswoman Liz Cheney appears onstage in conversation with David Rubenstein at the 92nd Street Y, June 26, 2023, in New York.
December 05

University officials testify at House hearing on antisemitism

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien recaps the presidents of Harvard, American, MIT and the University of Pennsylvania testifying on Capitol Hill about antisemitism on college campuses.
December 05
VIDEO: University officials testify at House hearing on antisemitism
December 05

Republicans candidates set for 4th debate

Galen Druke from ABC News' 538 previews the upcoming fourth Republican presidential debate and looks ahead to the 2024 election.
December 05
VIDEO: Republicans candidates set for 4th debate
December 05

What to know about the 4th Republican presidential debate

The higher thresholds to qualify may result in fewer participants.
December 05
Republican presidential candidate Chris Christie, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy will participate in the fourth primary debate in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on December 6.
December 04

DeSantis vs. Newsom, Haley gets key endorsement and more campaign takeaways

The next primary debate looms, with voting less than six weeks away.
December 04
Journalists watch Florida Governor and Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis debate California Governor Gavin Newsom on a screen in the media room, in Alpharetta, Georgia, Nov. 30, 2023.
December 04

#AbandonBiden: Muslim leaders in swing-states calling out President Biden

Muslim community leaders in several swing states pledge to abandon Biden’s reelection bid for his apparent refusal to call for cease-fire in Gaza.
December 04
VIDEO: #AbandonBiden: Muslim leaders in swing-states calling out President Biden
December 04

US military aid for Ukraine running out

The White House has issued a warning to Congress that funds for weapons and assistance to Ukraine will run out by the end of the year.
December 04
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December 04

Democratic governors have some advice for the unpopular president

Some of the party's stars addressed how Biden should talk about abortion, more.
December 04
President Joe Biden stands with Andy Beshear, Mike DeWine, Former Senator Rob Portman, Senator Sherrod Brown, and Mitch McConnell following an event in Covington, Kentucky, Jan. 4, 2023.
December 04

White House issues dire warning to Congress about stalled Ukraine aid

The U.S. is "out of money -- and nearly out of time," the OMB director said.
December 04
Shalanda Young, director of the Office Of Management and Budget (OMB), during a news conference in the James S. Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House in Washington, DC,  Sept. 29, 2023.
December 04

Presidential race narrows as Iowa caucuses loom

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien has all the latest details as North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum suspends his campaign ahead of the Iowa caucuses.
December 04
VIDEO: Presidential race narrows as Iowa caucuses loom
December 04

US considering 'appropriate action' in response to Houthi missile attacks in Red Sea

The national security adviser said Iran is the "ultimate party responsible."
December 04
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan speaks during a news briefing at the White House on December 4, 2023, in Washington.
December 04

Supreme Court wrestles with Purdue Pharma settlement, legal shield for Sackler family

"Forget a better deal," one attorney said. "There is no other deal."
December 04
Family members of those who have died of opioids gather outside the Supreme Court during a protest in Washington, Dec. 4, 2023.
December 04

6 weeks until Iowa caucuses: Where things stand in the presidential race

Trump remains the heavy favorite to win.
December 04
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at a commit to caucus campaign event at the Whiskey River bar on December 02, 2023 in Ankeny, Iowa.
December 04

Supreme Court hears Purdue Pharma case

ABC News’ Devin Dwyer has the details of the Purdue Pharma case that the Supreme Court is hearing and what it could mean for the company’s settlement and bankruptcy.
December 04
VIDEO: Supreme Court hears Purdue Pharma case
December 04

2024 GOP field narrows as Iowa caucus nears

ABC News’ Elizabeth Schulze has the latest on the 2024 presidential race as the field narrows and President Joe Biden’s campaign addresses backlash from Muslim American voters.
December 04
VIDEO: 2024 GOP field narrows as Iowa caucus nears
December 04

North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum drops out of 2024 presidential race

He had failed to qualify for the most recent Republican debate.
December 04
North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum speaks to guests at the Republican Party of Iowa 2023 Lincoln Dinner on July 28, 2023 in Des Moines.
December 04

Kennedy Center honorees include Billy Crystal, Queen Latifah

Joe and Jill Biden will attend the 2023 Kennedy Center Honors to celebrate Billy Crystal, Renée Fleming, the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb, Queen Latifah and Dionne Warwick.
December 04
Joe and Jill Biden will attend the 2023 Kennedy Center Honors to celebrate Billy Crystal, Renée Fleming, the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb, Queen Latifah and Dionne Warwick.
December 03

Bidens celebrate Kennedy Center honorees including Billy Crystal, Queen Latifah

Crystal, in a statement, said he was "overwhelmed" to be chosen.
December 03
Pictured (L-R top row): Queen Latifah and Barry Gibb. Pictured (L-R bottom row) Renee Fleming, Billy Crystal, and Dionne Warwick were recognized for their achievements in the performing arts during The 46th Annual Kennedy Center Honors.
December 03

CBP pausing operations at Arizona border crossing, announces anti-smuggling measures

People will be temporarily redirected from the port of entry at Lukeville.
December 03
U.S. Customs and Patrol Patrol agents sit along a section of the international border wall that runs through Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, Aug. 22, 2019 in Lukeville, Ariz.
December 03

US and Israeli officials react to report that Israel knew what Hamas was planning

"We're going to have to get to the bottom of it after the war."
December 03
NSC Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby answers questions during the daily press briefing at the White House in Washington, Nov. 30, 2023.
December 03

Immigration changes will be part of aid package for Israel, Ukraine: Lankford

The Republican senator also said he'd ultimately back Trump over Biden in 2024.
December 03
Sen. James Lankford (R-OK) speaks on border security and Title 42 during a press conference at the Capitol on May 11, 2023 in Washington, DC.
December 03

'This Week' Transcript 12-3-23: John Kirby, Ron Dermer and Sen. James Lankford

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, December 3.
December 03
Coordinator for Strategic Communications at the National Security Council John Kirby speaks during the daily press briefing at the White House, on Nov. 20, 2023 in Washington, DC.
December 01

Nassau County Republican: George Santos expulsion a 'Stain' on party

ABC News' Phil Lipof spoke with Nassau County New York Republican Committee Chairman Joe Cairo about the expulsion of his former colleague, George Santos, from the House of Representatives.
December 01
VIDEO: Nassau County Republican: George Santos expulsion a 'Stain' on party
December 01

NSC Coordinator Kirby & Israeli Strategic Affairs Min. Dermer Sunday on "This Week"

This is a listing for "This Week" airing Sunday, December 3, 2023.
December 01
This Week with George Stephanopoulos
December 01

Republican George Santos becomes first House member expelled in more than 20 years

Santos left the chamber and the Capitol before the vote was announced.
December 01
Rep. George Santos is surrounded by journalists as he leaves the U.S. Capitol after his fellow members of Congress voted to expel him from the House of Representatives on Dec. 1, 2023 in Washington, DC.
December 01

Trump’s attorneys file for dismissal or delay in Georgia election interference case

ABC News’ Olivia Rubin talks about former President Donald Trump’s attorneys filing for a delay or dismissal of his Georgia election interference case.
December 01
VIDEO: Trump’s attorneys file for dismissal or delay in Georgia election interference case
December 01

Reactions from Congress following George Santos expulsion

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien is on the Hill where the House voted to expel embattled Rep. George Santos, R-NY.
December 01
VIDEO: Reactions from congress following George Santos expulsion
December 01

History shows House expulsions are rare -- and George Santos just joined the list

Only six House members in history have been expelled by their peers.
December 01
Republican Representative from New York George Santos arrives for a GOP caucus meeting at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Oct. 16, 2023.
December 01

What happens now that GOP Rep. George Santos has been expelled from Congress?

As a former member, the New York Republican could still access the House floor.
December 01
Rep. George Santos is surrounded by journalists as he leaves the U.S. Capitol after his fellow members of Congress voted to expel him from the House of Representatives on Dec. 1, 2023 in Washington, DC.
December 01

Border officials seize a lot of fentanyl but say it's a complicated problem to solve

Customs and Border Protection is asking for more resources for the front lines.
December 01
Fentanyl drug with warning label.
December 01

House votes to expel Rep. George Santos

Santos is only the sixth lawmaker to be removed from the body.
December 01
VIDEO: House votes to expel Rep. George Santos
December 01

Speaker Mike Johnson says he will vote no on expelling Rep. George Santos

Despite many Republicans calling for Santos' removal, top GOP representatives, including Johnson, will vote no to oust him.
December 01
VIDEO: Speaker Mike Johnson says he will vote no on expelling Rep. George Santos
December 01

Sandra Day O'Connor, 1st woman on Supreme Court, dies at 93

Historians consider her one of the most consequential women in American history.
December 01
Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor pledges allegiance to the flag at an Immigration and Naturalization citizenship hearing in Gilbert, Ariz., Sept. 17, 2005.
December 01

Deep divide on display in DeSantis-Newsom debate: ANALYSIS

They showed starkly different Republican and Democratic visions of leadership.
December 01
Journalists watch Florida Governor and Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis debate California Governor Gavin Newsom on a screen in the media room, in Alpharetta, Nov. 30, 2023.
December 01

Trump is stepping up his advertising in Iowa, where governor has backed DeSantis

The ad buy marks one of the first times his campaign will go up on TV.
December 01
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump looks on during a campaign rally at Trendsetter Engineering Inc., Nov. 2, 2023, in Houston.
December 01

7 takeaways from Ron DeSantis' debate with Gavin Newsom

The two governors clashed on major issues, with 2024 in the background.
December 01
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (L) and Florida Gov. Ron Desantis
November 30

Greene pulls DHS Secretary Mayorkas impeachment resolution

She said Speaker Mike Johnson promised her a vote at a later time.
November 30
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas appears before the US House Homeland Security subcommittee hearing on 'Worldwide Threats to the Homeland', on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, Nov. 15, 2023.
November 30

GOP Rep. George Santos, facing possible expulsion, defends himself on House floor

He argued removing him without his being convicted sets a bad precedent.
November 30
Rep. George Santos speaks on the House floor on Nov. 30, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
Republican presidential candidate Chris Christie, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy will participate in the fourth primary debate in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on December 6.
Republican presidential candidate Chris Christie, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy will participate in the fourth primary debate in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on December 6.
Dec 05
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