Aug 3, 2020 Admin Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Manhattan district attorney raises scope of Trump probe Prosecutor seeking Trump’s taxes cites probe of his business Why some mail-in ballots are rejected and how to make sure your vote counts Kushner, Sessions interviews among 428 pages of Mueller notes released Senators say intel officials will give more details on 2020 election interference Progress slow on virus relief bill as negotiations continue Trump calls Manhattan DA probe into his taxes a 'continuation of the witch hunt' Trump weighs executive action as negotiations progress on next coronavirus stimulus package Postal Service says it has 'ample capacity' to handle election after Trump casts doubt China to retaliate if U.S. forces out Chinese journalists: Global Times editor Trump extends National Guard virus mission through 2020 but cuts federal funds by quarter Nevada governor signs bill to allow mail-in voting after Trump promises legal challenge 'I'm not a communist': Potential Biden running mate Rep. Bass reassures Cuban American voters Cruz accuses Pentagon of 'culture of hostility towards religion' after Christian Air Force vet's talk canceled House panel calls new postal chief to explain mail delays States Are Broke And Many Are Eyeing Massive Cuts. Here's How Yours Is Doing Democrats to introduce legislation to tighten DHS intel oversight Democrats say public needs to know more on foreign election interference Trump vows health care overhaul by end of August 'Doctors' opinions are a dime a dozen': Trump adviser Navarro again ignores experts, touts hydroxychloroquine What Obama’s Stimulus Could Teach Congress About Big Bailouts Census, Cut Short A Month, Rushes To Finish All Counting Efforts By Sept. 30 Gun sales surge during pandemic, with July seeing record background checks Tracking Isaias: Storm is now a hurricane Trump calls for re-run of 'total disaster' NY congressional race amid mail-in ballot problems Trump: U.S. should get 'substantial portion' of TikTok operations sale price Trump investigation goes beyond hush money to alleged mistresses, Manhattan DA suggests Trump continues to lose ground in 2020 election as nation grapples with coronavirus Senate under growing pressure to reach coronavirus relief deal Trump Org under investigation for 'insurance and bank fraud,' filing suggests Deborah Birx slammed by both Trump, Pelosi in her role as White House coronavirus coordinator White House, Congress resume talks on COVID-19 bill White House considering unilateral actions with coronavirus aid bill stuck in Congress: sources Democrats subpoena top aides to Pompeo Trump threatens lawsuit over Nevada mail-in voting More than 100 CEOs warn Congress of 'catastrophic' consequences for small biz without relief bill New Jersey Gov. Murphy requires face coverings for students 'at all times' inside school buildings Trump order aims to curb US agencies' use of foreign workers Manhattan DA cites reports of "protracted criminal conduct" at Trump Organization in bid for records Trump ousts TVA board members over outsourcing jobs; targets CEO salary Fact checking Trump's claims that the US oil and gas industry is 'back' and 'expanding.' He's wrong. Trump to sign order aimed at boosting rural health care, telehealth Trump says Birx 'took the bait & hit us' due to 'horrible' comments from Pelosi: 'Pathetic!' Fact-check: In repealing Obama-era rule, Trump makes false claims about low-income housing, crime and the suburbs After threatening quick action, Trump says he'll hold off on 'banning' TikTok for now House committees subpoena top Pompeo aides over IG firing Zoom ends sales to customers in China USAID appointee unloads as rocky tenure ends Veepstakes Heats Up: Guide to Biden’s running mate options Trump ousts TVA board members over outsourcing jobs; targets CEO salary Conservatives urge Trump to take unilateral action to suspend payroll tax collection 'Tidal wave': States fear fiscal disaster as Congress slow-walks aid White House mandates randomized coronavirus testing for staff after top official tests positive U.S. House intelligence panel DHS office over Portland, other protests Nevada passes bill to mail all voters ballots amid pandemic COVID relief bill remains up in air as negotiations resume Another fake Pelosi video goes viral on Facebook Democrats warn GOP: Don't fill a 2020 Supreme Court vacancy Biden increases Texas staff and resources in bid to win Lone Star state Trump campaign re-launches ads with focus on critical early voting states No signs Trump has pandemic plan despite chilling warnings from administration's top doctors Battle brews for control of Latin American lender as some reject Trump candidate Senate GOP divided over whether they'd fill Supreme Court vacancy Tropical Storm Isaias nearing Carolinas and expected to become hurricane again Dollar rallies after worst month in decade Joe Biden should not debate President Trump, Clinton’s ex-WH spokesman says AP VoteCast: How Black women shape Democratic politics Trump campaign nears point of no return Vice presidential contender Stacey Abrams says Trump is trying to 'steal the vote' by undermining the US Postal Service 'You're losing': Chris Wallace questions Trump campaign adviser on plan to save reelection bid Outside groups spend BIG in primaries — Can Mass. catch COVID clusters? — Somerville SLOW to reopen Cuban business owner in Louisville decries BLM protesters’ demands as ‘mafia tactics’ 2020 Watch: And the Democratic veepstakes winner is? China says it opposes any U.S. actions against Chinese software firms TikTok: Pompeo says Trump to crack down on Chinese software in coming days PACs hit Trump for ‘police state,’ racism and Covid in ads targeting Black voters Mass jailbreak in Afghanistan, at least 24 die in Islamic State attack Capitol Hill in D.C. Is an Occupied Protest Zone, Too Islamic State attack on Afghan prison, killing 21, rages on Buy, sell, repeat! No room for 'hold' in whipsawing markets Tlaib accused of seeking 'rock star' status, ignoring constituents in tough primary challenge 2020 Electoral Map Ratings: Trump Slides, Biden Advantage Expands Over 270 Votes Microsoft pursuing purchase of TikTok's U.S. arm after talking with Trump Pac-12 football players threaten to opt out over coronavirus, other concerns Break the Ice: Trump ramping up US presence in the Arctic as Russia, China threats loom U.S.-German ties are bad under Trump — if Biden wins he may struggle to repair them El Paso reflects on racist motive behind Walmart shooting Trump loyalist gets DoD post as Senate nom stalls Police Reform Debate Elevates Black Caucus Chair Bass' Profile As Possible VP Pick How Marco Rubio runs Trump's Latin America policy 2020 Presidential Election Polls Explainer: How the next WTO chief will be chosen and the task ahead Trump administration overspent on ventilators by as much as $500 million, Democrats' report says Republicans prep for leadership battle if Trump goes down Mexican police seize alleged oil theft crime boss The Sledgehammer HSBC warns loan losses could hit $13 billion as profit plunges 65% Coronavirus News and Updates: Latin America exceeds 5 million COVID-19 cases, Reuters tally shows Trump says 'virus is receding' after Birx calls pandemic 'extraordinarily widespread' For richer and poorer, Uncle Sam's coronavirus response widened the gulf Hydroxychloroquine not effective; time to 'move on:' White House coronavirus testing chief Giroir Fauci says states seeing surge in COVID-19 cases should reconsider some lockdown measures Trump's junk medicine puts his own supporters at deadly risk Coronavirus updates: WHO points to Vietnam as example of how to combat pandemic Coronavirus cases and exposures sideline 260 employees in Georgia's largest public school district New York's Cuomo calls federal COVID-19 response 'worst government blunder in modern history' Virus hits cruise ship, could spread along coast As Trump downplays Covid-19 testing, White House begins requiring it Long-term complications of COVID-19 signals billions in healthcare costs ahead Coronavirus updates: More pro athletes opt out, Indiana student tests positive on first day of school, Birx warns rural US Next big COVID-19 treatment may be manufactured antibodies Fewer parents want full-time, in-person instruction for their children: Gallup NYC won’t open schools if infection rate hits 3 percent — More NYPD complaints revealed — De Blasio staff exodus Rival drugmakers launch joint trial of medicines for COVID-19 'Still A Long Ways To Go' For A New Coronavirus Relief Package French PM Castex urges vigilance as COVID-19 'is not on holiday' Coronavirus: New 90-minute tests for Covid-19 and flu 'hugely beneficial' AP FACT CHECK: Trump hype on drug costs, hydroxychloroquine Negotiations ongoing on Capitol Hill for next round of COVID relief Last edited: Aug 3, 2020Click to expand...
Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Manhattan district attorney raises scope of Trump probe Prosecutor seeking Trump’s taxes cites probe of his business Why some mail-in ballots are rejected and how to make sure your vote counts Kushner, Sessions interviews among 428 pages of Mueller notes released Senators say intel officials will give more details on 2020 election interference Progress slow on virus relief bill as negotiations continue Trump calls Manhattan DA probe into his taxes a 'continuation of the witch hunt' Trump weighs executive action as negotiations progress on next coronavirus stimulus package Postal Service says it has 'ample capacity' to handle election after Trump casts doubt China to retaliate if U.S. forces out Chinese journalists: Global Times editor Trump extends National Guard virus mission through 2020 but cuts federal funds by quarter Nevada governor signs bill to allow mail-in voting after Trump promises legal challenge 'I'm not a communist': Potential Biden running mate Rep. Bass reassures Cuban American voters Cruz accuses Pentagon of 'culture of hostility towards religion' after Christian Air Force vet's talk canceled House panel calls new postal chief to explain mail delays States Are Broke And Many Are Eyeing Massive Cuts. Here's How Yours Is Doing Democrats to introduce legislation to tighten DHS intel oversight Democrats say public needs to know more on foreign election interference Trump vows health care overhaul by end of August 'Doctors' opinions are a dime a dozen': Trump adviser Navarro again ignores experts, touts hydroxychloroquine What Obama’s Stimulus Could Teach Congress About Big Bailouts Census, Cut Short A Month, Rushes To Finish All Counting Efforts By Sept. 30 Gun sales surge during pandemic, with July seeing record background checks Tracking Isaias: Storm is now a hurricane Trump calls for re-run of 'total disaster' NY congressional race amid mail-in ballot problems Trump: U.S. should get 'substantial portion' of TikTok operations sale price Trump investigation goes beyond hush money to alleged mistresses, Manhattan DA suggests Trump continues to lose ground in 2020 election as nation grapples with coronavirus Senate under growing pressure to reach coronavirus relief deal Trump Org under investigation for 'insurance and bank fraud,' filing suggests Deborah Birx slammed by both Trump, Pelosi in her role as White House coronavirus coordinator White House, Congress resume talks on COVID-19 bill White House considering unilateral actions with coronavirus aid bill stuck in Congress: sources Democrats subpoena top aides to Pompeo Trump threatens lawsuit over Nevada mail-in voting More than 100 CEOs warn Congress of 'catastrophic' consequences for small biz without relief bill New Jersey Gov. Murphy requires face coverings for students 'at all times' inside school buildings Trump order aims to curb US agencies' use of foreign workers Manhattan DA cites reports of "protracted criminal conduct" at Trump Organization in bid for records Trump ousts TVA board members over outsourcing jobs; targets CEO salary Fact checking Trump's claims that the US oil and gas industry is 'back' and 'expanding.' He's wrong. Trump to sign order aimed at boosting rural health care, telehealth Trump says Birx 'took the bait & hit us' due to 'horrible' comments from Pelosi: 'Pathetic!' Fact-check: In repealing Obama-era rule, Trump makes false claims about low-income housing, crime and the suburbs After threatening quick action, Trump says he'll hold off on 'banning' TikTok for now House committees subpoena top Pompeo aides over IG firing Zoom ends sales to customers in China USAID appointee unloads as rocky tenure ends Veepstakes Heats Up: Guide to Biden’s running mate options Trump ousts TVA board members over outsourcing jobs; targets CEO salary Conservatives urge Trump to take unilateral action to suspend payroll tax collection 'Tidal wave': States fear fiscal disaster as Congress slow-walks aid White House mandates randomized coronavirus testing for staff after top official tests positive U.S. House intelligence panel DHS office over Portland, other protests Nevada passes bill to mail all voters ballots amid pandemic COVID relief bill remains up in air as negotiations resume Another fake Pelosi video goes viral on Facebook Democrats warn GOP: Don't fill a 2020 Supreme Court vacancy Biden increases Texas staff and resources in bid to win Lone Star state Trump campaign re-launches ads with focus on critical early voting states No signs Trump has pandemic plan despite chilling warnings from administration's top doctors Battle brews for control of Latin American lender as some reject Trump candidate Senate GOP divided over whether they'd fill Supreme Court vacancy Tropical Storm Isaias nearing Carolinas and expected to become hurricane again Dollar rallies after worst month in decade Joe Biden should not debate President Trump, Clinton’s ex-WH spokesman says AP VoteCast: How Black women shape Democratic politics Trump campaign nears point of no return Vice presidential contender Stacey Abrams says Trump is trying to 'steal the vote' by undermining the US Postal Service 'You're losing': Chris Wallace questions Trump campaign adviser on plan to save reelection bid Outside groups spend BIG in primaries — Can Mass. catch COVID clusters? — Somerville SLOW to reopen Cuban business owner in Louisville decries BLM protesters’ demands as ‘mafia tactics’ 2020 Watch: And the Democratic veepstakes winner is? China says it opposes any U.S. actions against Chinese software firms TikTok: Pompeo says Trump to crack down on Chinese software in coming days PACs hit Trump for ‘police state,’ racism and Covid in ads targeting Black voters Mass jailbreak in Afghanistan, at least 24 die in Islamic State attack Capitol Hill in D.C. Is an Occupied Protest Zone, Too Islamic State attack on Afghan prison, killing 21, rages on Buy, sell, repeat! No room for 'hold' in whipsawing markets Tlaib accused of seeking 'rock star' status, ignoring constituents in tough primary challenge 2020 Electoral Map Ratings: Trump Slides, Biden Advantage Expands Over 270 Votes Microsoft pursuing purchase of TikTok's U.S. arm after talking with Trump Pac-12 football players threaten to opt out over coronavirus, other concerns Break the Ice: Trump ramping up US presence in the Arctic as Russia, China threats loom U.S.-German ties are bad under Trump — if Biden wins he may struggle to repair them El Paso reflects on racist motive behind Walmart shooting Trump loyalist gets DoD post as Senate nom stalls Police Reform Debate Elevates Black Caucus Chair Bass' Profile As Possible VP Pick How Marco Rubio runs Trump's Latin America policy 2020 Presidential Election Polls Explainer: How the next WTO chief will be chosen and the task ahead Trump administration overspent on ventilators by as much as $500 million, Democrats' report says Republicans prep for leadership battle if Trump goes down Mexican police seize alleged oil theft crime boss The Sledgehammer HSBC warns loan losses could hit $13 billion as profit plunges 65% Coronavirus News and Updates: Latin America exceeds 5 million COVID-19 cases, Reuters tally shows Trump says 'virus is receding' after Birx calls pandemic 'extraordinarily widespread' For richer and poorer, Uncle Sam's coronavirus response widened the gulf Hydroxychloroquine not effective; time to 'move on:' White House coronavirus testing chief Giroir Fauci says states seeing surge in COVID-19 cases should reconsider some lockdown measures Trump's junk medicine puts his own supporters at deadly risk Coronavirus updates: WHO points to Vietnam as example of how to combat pandemic Coronavirus cases and exposures sideline 260 employees in Georgia's largest public school district New York's Cuomo calls federal COVID-19 response 'worst government blunder in modern history' Virus hits cruise ship, could spread along coast As Trump downplays Covid-19 testing, White House begins requiring it Long-term complications of COVID-19 signals billions in healthcare costs ahead Coronavirus updates: More pro athletes opt out, Indiana student tests positive on first day of school, Birx warns rural US Next big COVID-19 treatment may be manufactured antibodies Fewer parents want full-time, in-person instruction for their children: Gallup NYC won’t open schools if infection rate hits 3 percent — More NYPD complaints revealed — De Blasio staff exodus Rival drugmakers launch joint trial of medicines for COVID-19 'Still A Long Ways To Go' For A New Coronavirus Relief Package French PM Castex urges vigilance as COVID-19 'is not on holiday' Coronavirus: New 90-minute tests for Covid-19 and flu 'hugely beneficial' AP FACT CHECK: Trump hype on drug costs, hydroxychloroquine Negotiations ongoing on Capitol Hill for next round of COVID relief