Joe Biden Picks California Sen. Kamala Harris As Running Mate

Joe Biden announced he has chosen California Senator Kamala Harris to be his running mate heading into November's presidential election.

• Aug 11, 2020

Putin Claims Russia Has Developed A Coronavirus Vaccine

The vaccine was developed by Moscow's Gamaleya Institute after less than two months of human testing, Reuters reports.

• Aug 11, 2020

China Sanctions Texas Senator Ted Cruz And Other U.S. Officials For 'Hong Kong-Related Issues'

China said on Monday it has imposed sanctions on 11 Americans, including Texas Senator Ted Cruz and three other U.S. officials, for "behaving badly on Hong Kong-related issues."

• Aug 10, 2020

Trump Signs Executive Orders Extending Unemployment Benefits, Deferring Payroll Tax

President Donald Trump signed several executive orders Saturday related to economic aid, including unemployment benefits and payroll tax cuts.

• Aug 8, 2020

Job Losses, Fear Of Virus Complicate Latino Voter Hopes

Data compiled by the The Center for Election Innovation and Research in early June shows overall voter registration in April was about 70% lower in 11 states.

• Aug 7, 2020

Former President Bush Pays Tribute To Immigrants In New Book

Bush, who served as president from 2001-2009, has often praised the contributions of immigrants, a notable contrast to President Donald Trump.

• Aug 6, 2020

President Trump Singles Out Texas And Florida For Help With Coronavirus Response

President Donald Trump agreed to continue paying for the full cost of National Guard troops deployed to help with the coronavirus response in just two states -- Texas and Florida -- after their Republican governors appealed directly to him.

• Aug 6, 2020

5 Republican State Lawmakers Sue Gov. Abbott Over Coronavirus Tracing Contract

The lawsuit was filed by State Reps. Mike Lang, Kyle Biederman, Bill Zedler, Steve Toth and State Sen. Bob Hall.

• Aug 5, 2020

Difference Between Democrats, Republicans Unemployment Benefit Plans Is $1,600 Per Month

After two weeks of negotiations, the two sides have not budged on their stances on restarting the jobless aid.

• Aug 4, 2020

Why Some Mail-In Ballots Are Rejected And How To Make Sure Your Vote Counts

More Americans than ever are likely to cast a ballot by mail in this year's presidential election, and that means voters could face a learning curve in completing it properly and ensuring it arrives in time to be counted.

• Aug 4, 2020

Dallas Area Arts Industry Sending Out An SOS To Congress

The Save Our Stages Act would provide $10 billion in funding to independent arts venues around the country.

• Aug 3, 2020

Following President Trump Tweet, Texas US Lawmakers Say They Don't Support Delaying November Election

The President of the United States doesn't have the authority to move the election. Only Congress can do that.

• Jul 30, 2020

President Trump Says Murder Of Texas Soldier Vanessa Guillen Won't Be "Swept Under The Rug"

President Trump voiced support for an investigation into the murder of Texas soldier Vanessa Guillén after meeting with her family Thursday.

• Jul 30, 2020

Bipartisan 'Save Our Stages' Bill Would Offer Much-Needed Relief For Music Venues

Endorsed by music industry advocacy groups, the bill would provide $10 million in funding for six months of short-term economic relief to independent music venues around the country. 

• Jul 30, 2020

George W. Bush Among 3 Former Presidents Attending Funeral For Congressman John Lewis

When Congressman John Lewis is mourned, revered and celebrated at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta on Thursday, there will be three former sitting U.S. presidents in attendance.

• Jul 30, 2020

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