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Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Some in the GOP parrot far-right talk of a coming civil war BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — War-like imagery has begun spreading in Republican circles after the attack on the U.S. Capitol by a mob of President Donald Trump's supporters...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Feds: Capitol mob aimed to 'assassinate' elected officials Prosecutors say a threatening note to Pence stated: “It’s only a matter of time" Capitol rioters included highly trained ex-military and cops With partial blame for...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Trump impeached after Capitol riot in historic second charge WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump was impeached by the U.S. House for a historic second time Wednesday, charged with “incitement of insurrection” over the deadly...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Jahi Chikwendiu | The Washington Post | Getty Images DC attorney general considers possible charges against Trump Jr., Giuliani Treasury Department announces sanctions tied to Giuliani’s Biden attacks Graham says he'll back...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: 25 people under terror investigation related to Capitol riot WASHINGTON – At least 25 people are under investigation for terrorism related to Wednesday's siege at the Capitol, according to a Defense official and a member of...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Trump in new legal jeopardy after Capitol riots President Trump faces new legal jeopardy over his remarks at a Wednesday rally that incited a mob attack on the U.S. Capitol that left five dead, including one law enforcement...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Trump, pressured to resign or face impeachment, says he won't attend inauguration Trump had claimed Thursday night he would work for a "smooth" transition. Pelosi, calling Trump 'unstable,' seeks to prevent his access to...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Trump deletes Capitol tweets that sent account into lockdown, will regain access after 12-hour suspension President Trump has deleted three tweets that sent his account into lockdown Wednesday night, a Twitter spokesman told Fox...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: A stage is set up on the Ellipse near the White House in Washington, Monday, Jan. 4, 2021, in preparation for a rally on Jan. 6, the day when Congress is scheduled to meet to formally finalize the presidential election results. (AP...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Trump, on tape, presses Ga. official to 'find' Trump votes President Donald Trump is heard on tape pleading with Georgia’s election chief to overturn Joe Biden's win in the state, suggesting in a telephone call that the official...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Rejecting Trump veto, Republican-led Senate backs defense bill WASHINGTON (Reuters) -President Donald Trump suffered a stinging rebuke in the U.S. Senate on Friday when fellow Republicans joined Democrats to override a...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Reuters/Leah Millis In dueling New Year messages, Trump reflects while Biden looks ahead After weeks of vowing to win his fight to remain in office, Republican Trump said in a video posted on Twitter: “We have to be remembered...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Iran accuses Trump of 'plot to fabricate pretext for war' Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif on Thursday accused President Trump of trying to create a “pretext for war” after the U.S. flew two B-52 bombers in the Middle East...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: McConnell dashes hopes for $2,000 coronavirus relief checks in standalone bill Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Wednesday again rebuffed a push for the Senate to take up a bill increasing coronavirus relief checks to...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: AP / Jackquelyn Martin McConnell blocks Democratic attempt to unanimously pass $2,000 relief payments The president said that “unless Republicans have a death wish,” they will approve the $2,000 checks for COVID-19 relief...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: House prepares to override Trump's veto of $740 billion defense bill The House is poised to convene Monday to vote to override President Trump's veto of an annual must-pass defense policy bill, setting up what could be the first...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: U.S. government heads toward chaotic end to 2020 as Trump fights Congress The U.S. government headed toward a chaotic last few days of the year as President Donald Trump's refusal to approve a $2.3 trillion financial package...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Unemployment benefits for millions in limbo as Trump rages WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Unemployment benefits for millions of Americans struggling to make ends meet were set to lapse at midnight Saturday unless President Donald...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Congressional leaders await Trump's next move days ahead of a government shutdown GOP senator: "The best way out of this is for the president to sign the bill." Trump-Biden transition live updates: House GOP blocks $2,000 checks...

Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Paul Manafort, Roger Stone, Charles Kushner among those pardoned by Trump The president issued a second round of pardons Wednesday. Congressional GOP grapples with 'unhinged' Trump Trump grants more pardons, including for...