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Former Florida Governor Bob Graham leaves lasting legacy in home state: ‘Devoted Floridian’

Former Florida Governor Bob Graham leaves lasting legacy in home state: ‘Devoted Floridian’

Former Florida Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham served more than four decades in public service. He led the Senate Intelligence Committee, the congressional investigation into the September 11th attacks, and drove lasting change in his home state of Florida. 

April 17, 2024 5:22pm EDT
Senate votes within hours to dismiss Mayorkas impeachment trial

Senate votes within hours to dismiss Mayorkas impeachment trial

Senate Democrats voted swiftly Wednesday to dismiss House Republicans’ impeachment trial against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

April 17, 2024 4:26pm EDT
Federal rule issues time off for pregnancy care, abortions

Federal rule issues time off for pregnancy care, abortions

The regulations allow workers to request time off for obtaining an abortion and recovering from the procedure.

April 17, 2024 2:49pm EDT
Rep. Boyle's brother speaks out amid arrest warrant: 'Kevin’s mental illness has been a nightmare'

Rep. Boyle's brother speaks out amid arrest warrant: 'Kevin’s mental illness has been a nightmare'

The brother of Pennsylvania Rep. Kevin Boyle, who is also a state representative, claims the lawmaker and his family are dealing with a “mental illness" as Philadelphia police issue a warrant for his arrest.

April 17, 2024 1:38pm EDT
Bob Graham, former Florida governor, senator, dies at 87

Bob Graham, former Florida governor, senator, dies at 87

Bob Graham, a former senator and former Florida governor, has died. He was 87 years old.  

April 16, 2024 10:58pm EDT
Firearms cheaply made on 3D printers, guns pouring into NJ from Pa; lawmakers seek solutions

Firearms cheaply made on 3D printers, guns pouring into NJ from Pa; lawmakers seek solutions

Lawmakers in New Jersey say something needs to be done about illegal guns in the Garden State. Many of the guns are being printed at home on 3D printers, while others are flowing from Pennsylvania.

April 16, 2024 6:17pm EDT
Pennsylvania primary election 2024: Deadline for mail-in ballot applications is Tuesday

Pennsylvania primary election 2024: Deadline for mail-in ballot applications is Tuesday

If you still need to apply for a mail-in or absentee ballot for the 2024 primary election in Pennsylvania, Tuesday is the last day!

April 16, 2024 8:59am EDT
Trump endorses David McCormick in Pennsylvania's Senate race

Trump endorses David McCormick in Pennsylvania's Senate race

Former President Donald Trump is endorsing U.S. Senate candidate David McCormick of Pennsylvania.

April 14, 2024 9:01am EDT
Judge rejects Hunter Biden's bid to dismiss federal gun case

Judge rejects Hunter Biden's bid to dismiss federal gun case

A federal judge in Delaware has refused to throw out a federal gun case against Hunter Biden.

April 12, 2024 8:51pm EDT
Amid threat of ouster, Trump offers support for embattled Speaker Mike Johnson

Amid threat of ouster, Trump offers support for embattled Speaker Mike Johnson

The joint appearance comes amid growing pressure from hard-right lawmakers such as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who have voiced intentions of initiating a sudden vote to oust Johnson from his position as speaker.

April 12, 2024 6:03pm EDT
Lawsuit settled: 2 top US gun parts makers agree to halt sales in Philadelphia

Lawsuit settled: 2 top US gun parts makers agree to halt sales in Philadelphia

Two of America's leading gun parts manufacturers have agreed to halt sales of their products in Philadelphia and elsewhere in Pennsylvania, city officials said Thursday, announcing a settlement of their lawsuit against the companies.

April 12, 2024 5:28pm EDT
What is FISA? House passes reauthorization of US surveillance program

What is FISA? House passes reauthorization of US surveillance program

The bill was approved by the House 273-147. The bill now heads to the Senate.

April 12, 2024 1:52pm EDT
Mayor Cherelle Parker marks 100 days in office after historic Philadelphia election

Mayor Cherelle Parker marks 100 days in office after historic Philadelphia election

Mayor Cherelle Parker reflected on the first 100 days of her mayoral tenure, and looked ahead at initiatives to make Philadelphia safer and cleaner.

April 11, 2024 8:16pm EDT
Gun show loophole: White House issues new rule to expand background checks

Gun show loophole: White House issues new rule to expand background checks

The rule closes a loophole allowing guns to be sold each year by unlicensed dealers who don’t perform background checks on potential buyers legally banned from having a gun.

April 11, 2024 10:51am EDT
New Jersey Republican who nearly beat Murphy launches third bid for governor

New Jersey Republican who nearly beat Murphy launches third bid for governor

Republican Jack Ciattarelli, who came close to defeating Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy in 2021, has launched a third straight bid for New Jersey's top executive office.

April 10, 2024 12:51pm EDT
Abortions in Arizona: State can enforce 1864 law, supreme court rules

Abortions in Arizona: State can enforce 1864 law, supreme court rules

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the state can enforce its long-dormant law criminalizing all abortions except when a mother's life is at stake.

April 9, 2024 9:09pm EDT
New Jersey officials drop appeal of judge's order to redraw Democratic primary ballot

New Jersey officials drop appeal of judge's order to redraw Democratic primary ballot

New Jersey county clerks have withdrawn their appeals to a federal court ruling requiring them to redraw primary election ballots that some argued favored candidates backed by the state's Democratic Party.

April 8, 2024 11:27am EDT
Trump's latest abortion statement draws ire from pro-life groups

Trump's latest abortion statement draws ire from pro-life groups

Former President Donald Trump clarified his position on abortion after months of mixed messages. Anti-abortion groups say they're "deeply disappointed" with Trump's statement.

April 8, 2024 10:06am EDT
Some states are seeking to restrict TikTok. That doesn't mean their governors aren't using it

Some states are seeking to restrict TikTok. That doesn't mean their governors aren't using it

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is a prolific poster, but legislation seeking to ban the app from state networks and devices could reach his desk soon. Researchers say using social media to connect with constituents has a long history.

April 6, 2024 11:46am EDT
No Labels group stops 2024 presidential campaign effort

No Labels group stops 2024 presidential campaign effort

The No Labels group said it won't field a presidential candidate in November.

April 4, 2024 3:43pm EDT
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