Aug 28, 2020 Admin Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: White House suggests $1.3 trillion coronavirus aid bill; Pelosi says not enough March on Washington: 'We have only just begun to fight' Trump attacks Biden, Democratic leaders at rally, says DC police took 'tremendous abuse' protecting those who left RNC Trump knocks protesters against racial injustice during New Hampshire rally Trump returns to campaign trail in preview of final sprint Report: Tenants were misled about video used at RNC Trump says people protesting in Washington Thursday were 'thugs' Rand and Kelley Paul describe 'terrifying' encounter with rage mob outside the White House (Video) March on Washington highlights generational divide on police reform FDA Removes Top Spokesperson After Blood Plasma Blunder Trump's RNC speech lacked some coronavirus safeguards. That might have been the point Two men killed at Jacob Blake protest identified by authorities Poll: Trump approval rises among black, hispanic voters amid convention 'They stoke the flames': As thousands march on Washington, Trump blames media for sowing 'racial hatred' Tax experts dispute Trump's claims about Biden's tax plan Police Union In Kenosha Provide Account Of Jacob Blake Shooting House to vote on removing cannabis from list of controlled substances Pollster Frank Luntz calls 'likability' biggest hurdle to Trump reelection bid Factbox: What is QAnon and how are social media sites handling it? Comedian tricked Fox News' Tomi Lahren into calling Trump a 'fool' in Hindi Trump: I want to see first woman president, but not Harris Shootings Expose Racial And Economic Divide In Kenosha Trump pardons Alice Johnson, who praised him in a speech at the Republican convention Secret Service grapples with coronavirus cases among agents traveling for Trump events: report Ex-university president calls out McConnell on race issues Top general says no role for military in presidential vote New march on Washington embraces history on fraught anniversary of King's speech Biden campaign buys "Keep America Great" domain and uses it to take aim at Trump Hundreds of faith leaders endorse Biden to 'restore the soul' of US Trump pardons Alice Johnson after her RNC speech Meghan McCain hits Ivanka Trump's defense of president's Twitter: It's not a 'communication style,' it's 'cruelty' RNC airs video clip of 'Biden's America' — it was actually Barcelona Prosecutors ask We Build the Wall founder to tone down rhetoric after arrest Trump campaign rakes in $76 million during Republican National Convention Lobbyists drop Ukrainian lawmaker tied to Russia Trump to amplify convention warnings about Biden in NH rally Teen who organized Black Lives Matter rally gets $2500 bill from mayor for police overtime costs Meadows charges Biden 'condoned' rioting and unrest before speaking out against it this week Michelle Obama: ‘Systemic racism’ coming from the White House Attorney for accused Kenosha protest shooter says teen acted in self-defense Democrats worry about voter backlash in suburbs Jacob Blake no longer handcuffed to his hospital bed, attorney says Senate Republicans look to add money for child care in Covid relief measure Laura victims may go weeks without power; deaths climb to 14 Teen who organized Black Lives Matter rally gets $2500 bill from mayor for police overtime costs US government executes killer of 10-year-old girl Lawmakers push for first African American to receive Medal of Honor for wars in Iraq or Afghanistan Controversial organization led by Trump allies has tax-exempt status revoked by IRS Tens of thousands March on Washington, protest for criminal justice reform: ABC News Live House Democrats move to hold Pompeo in contempt of Congress 'It's chaos': Postal workers say mail still backlogged, despite DeJoy's promises Legal battle heats up over sexual harassment allegations against Carlson, Hannity Rand Paul calls for FBI arrests, investigation into 'mob' he believes 'would have killed us,' if not for police Protesters confront Rand Paul outside White House after Republican convention What We Still Don’t Know About Trump Judge delays extradition for teen charged in Kenosha, Wisconsin, slayings Ignoring FBI And Fellow Republicans, Trump Continues Assault On Mail-In Voting 'People's worst fears' came alive in Kenosha: Guns, militia inject chilling dimension into protests U.S., Russian militaries blame each other for Syria skirmish The striking contrast between the Democratic and Republican conventions Harris delivers virtual call to action to protesters at new march on Washington Police say Jacob Blake is being "secured with restraints" to his hospital bed Appeals court lifts order reining in feds in Portland Turns out ‘Keep America Great’ website Is owned by Biden campaign, not Trump’s The quiet part Trump won't dare say out loud Instead of Evolving as President, Trump Has Bent the Job to His Will - New York Times House Foreign Affairs Committee announces contempt proceedings against Pompeo Legislature seeks to undercut Trump lawsuit Top FDA spokeswoman ousted after 11 days: report Wisconsin AG won't say whether police knew Jacob Blake had a knife Conventions highlight wildly different Biden, Trump strategies going into final election stretch Obama calls for peaceful protests and 'overwhelming participation at the ballot box' Kamala Harris: Cop who shot Jacob Blake 'should be charged' Jacob Blake's father says his conversation with Biden and Harris was like 'speaking to my uncle and one of my sisters' Young immigrants challenge Trump administration decision to scale back DACA program Joe Biden ‘runs a great risk’ if he avoids debates: Dan Henninger Russia's Navalny still in coma but improving Why California's wildfire year could be the worst in decades 2 officers fired tasers at Jacob Blake before he was shot, Wisconsin Justice Department says Former pool attendant details alleged relationship with Becki and Jerry Falwell Jr. Jim Gaffigan calls Trump a 'liar and a criminal,' slams 'Trumpers' in series of tweets Trump to campaign in New Hampshire after convention speech at White House Hurricane Laura's Impact: 'The Wind Just Tore Everything Up' Vernon Jones, Georgia Democrat who backed Trump, escorted through angry crowd outside White House Young immigrants challenge Trump administration decision to scale back DACA program Top Colorado RNC official spread conspiracy theories and made Islamophobic and sexist comments More than 750,000 still without power in Laura’s aftermath Dems slam Trump convention speech as campaign enters final stages: 'Embraced racism' Takeaways from the Republican National Convention Biden camp: Over 3,500 Americans died from COVID during GOP convention President Trump: On November 3rd, we will make America greater than ever before RNC 2020: Key takeaways from Trump speech and Republican convention Quotes from the closing night of the convention Calm prevails for second night in Kenosha, latest Black Lives Matter flashpoint Sen. Rand Paul thanks DC cops for saving him from 'crazed mob' after RNC Donald Trump rips Joe Biden as a threat to the American Dream and other takeaways from the RNC's final night Fact check: Trump vows to 'protect' Medicare, Social Security. His budgets have sought cuts. Highlights From Night 4: RNC Wraps With Trump’s Promise Of ‘Record Prosperity’ Ivanka Trump champions father in fiery convention speech Mary Trump says GOP convention 'disturbing to watch,' calls portrayal of president a sham Chris Wallace calls Trump RNC address 'far too long' and 'surprisingly flat' despite 'some good lines' Wisconsin gunman charged, allegedly shot protester 5 times: Criminal complaint Escape from Wilmington: Biden set to finally hit the trail Donald Trump recycles much of his 2016 message as he accepts renomination Protesters gather outside the White House before Trump's RNC speech READ: Trump's GOP nomination acceptance address 'I Have A Dream': New march on Washington to mark fraught anniversary of King's speech Protests Against Police Brutality Counter RNC Message Of Racial Equality Dozens of Louisiana families didn't evacuate Hurricane Laura, official says CNN uses new chyron to fact-check Trump's convention speech Donald Trump Jr. reacts to 'amazing week' at RNC: ‘I felt proud to be an American watching this' 'Firewall against Nancy Pelosi’s agenda': How Mitch McConnell became one of Donald Trump's key confidantes Convention Mixes Testimonies From People Of Color With Racial Grievance Politics Rudy Giuliani says ‘soft on crime’ Democrats threaten suburbs Trump promises tariffs on companies that leave U.S. to create jobs overseas AP Analysis: Trump wields fear in pitch for 4 more years Federal judge gives Trump administration 10 days to answer questions about USPS slowdowns RNC 2020: What Republicans made of Trump speech Fact check: Trump makes more than 20 false or misleading claims in accepting presidential nomination Tom Cotton rips Biden on foreign policy in convention speech In Convention Speech, Trump Touts Business Know-How, Despite Faltering U.S. Economy Hurricane Laura's winds batter Louisiana, killing six Japan PM Abe set to resign over worsening health: source Trump mocks Biden's record, says ex-VP has spent career on 'wrong side of history' Wielding Chainsaws, A Town Comes Together To Clean Up After Hurricane Laura Here are 6 takeaways from Trump's final night at the RNC Trump looks to seize momentum out of fiery GOP convention, as Biden plans battleground visits Biden, Harris criticize Trump response to unrest, pandemic New book from first lady's former confidant gives behind-the-scenes look at tensions between Melania and Ivanka Trump McConnell: GOP-controlled Senate a 'firewall' against Pelosi agenda Harris: 'Vigilantes and extremists derail the path to justice' for Jacob Blake Black National Convention puts spotlight on police brutality New York DA's office says Trump's arguments over subpoena have already been rejected by courts Former top Trump officials are betting he'll lose Iowa judge voids 50,000 absentee ballot applications, prompting county to send new forms Coronavirus News and Updates: How to treat Covid, for now Argentina reports record number of new COVID-19 cases but relaxes lockdown Coronavirus FAQ: Is It Safe To Get On The Bus (Or Subway)? Mexico records 5,824 new coronavirus cases, 552 more deaths First U.S. novel coronavirus reinfection case identified in Nevada study Health agencies’ credibility at risk after week of blunders Exclusive: Most U.S. states reject Trump administration's new COVID-19 testing guidance US regulators allow remdesivir for hospitalized How Many Coronavirus Cases Are Happening In Schools? This Tracker Keeps Count Four at Republican convention in North Carolina tested coronavirus positive, officials say Texas and Louisiana could see more COVID-19 cases after hurricane Trump administration bets big on Abbott antigen test Katrina to COVID: New Orleans’ Black community pounded again Coronavirus kills 8, infects over 350 at poultry plant now told to shut down What A Nasal Spray Vaccine Against COVID-19 Might Do Even Better Than A Shot Democrats and White House are at a ‘tragic impasse’ on coronavirus stimulus after Pelosi-Meadows call US and UK are bottom of the pile in rankings of governments' handling of coronavirus pandemic WHO: Coronavirus is a "tornado with a long tail" that could cause more deaths as weather cools COVID-19 Complicates Response To Hurricane Laura, Spurs Fears Of New Outbreaks The latest on the coronavirus pandemic - Live Updates Controversial COVID drug given at nursing homes Insect repellent ingredient may kill coronavirus, study shows FDA approves $5 rapid coronavirus test that doesn't require special computer How nations are going back to school -- or not France Covid-19: Mask rule for Parisians amid 'undeniable surge' Man charged in coronavirus disinfectant scam Last edited: Aug 29, 2020Click to expand...
Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: White House suggests $1.3 trillion coronavirus aid bill; Pelosi says not enough March on Washington: 'We have only just begun to fight' Trump attacks Biden, Democratic leaders at rally, says DC police took 'tremendous abuse' protecting those who left RNC Trump knocks protesters against racial injustice during New Hampshire rally Trump returns to campaign trail in preview of final sprint Report: Tenants were misled about video used at RNC Trump says people protesting in Washington Thursday were 'thugs' Rand and Kelley Paul describe 'terrifying' encounter with rage mob outside the White House (Video) March on Washington highlights generational divide on police reform FDA Removes Top Spokesperson After Blood Plasma Blunder Trump's RNC speech lacked some coronavirus safeguards. That might have been the point Two men killed at Jacob Blake protest identified by authorities Poll: Trump approval rises among black, hispanic voters amid convention 'They stoke the flames': As thousands march on Washington, Trump blames media for sowing 'racial hatred' Tax experts dispute Trump's claims about Biden's tax plan Police Union In Kenosha Provide Account Of Jacob Blake Shooting House to vote on removing cannabis from list of controlled substances Pollster Frank Luntz calls 'likability' biggest hurdle to Trump reelection bid Factbox: What is QAnon and how are social media sites handling it? Comedian tricked Fox News' Tomi Lahren into calling Trump a 'fool' in Hindi Trump: I want to see first woman president, but not Harris Shootings Expose Racial And Economic Divide In Kenosha Trump pardons Alice Johnson, who praised him in a speech at the Republican convention Secret Service grapples with coronavirus cases among agents traveling for Trump events: report Ex-university president calls out McConnell on race issues Top general says no role for military in presidential vote New march on Washington embraces history on fraught anniversary of King's speech Biden campaign buys "Keep America Great" domain and uses it to take aim at Trump Hundreds of faith leaders endorse Biden to 'restore the soul' of US Trump pardons Alice Johnson after her RNC speech Meghan McCain hits Ivanka Trump's defense of president's Twitter: It's not a 'communication style,' it's 'cruelty' RNC airs video clip of 'Biden's America' — it was actually Barcelona Prosecutors ask We Build the Wall founder to tone down rhetoric after arrest Trump campaign rakes in $76 million during Republican National Convention Lobbyists drop Ukrainian lawmaker tied to Russia Trump to amplify convention warnings about Biden in NH rally Teen who organized Black Lives Matter rally gets $2500 bill from mayor for police overtime costs Meadows charges Biden 'condoned' rioting and unrest before speaking out against it this week Michelle Obama: ‘Systemic racism’ coming from the White House Attorney for accused Kenosha protest shooter says teen acted in self-defense Democrats worry about voter backlash in suburbs Jacob Blake no longer handcuffed to his hospital bed, attorney says Senate Republicans look to add money for child care in Covid relief measure Laura victims may go weeks without power; deaths climb to 14 Teen who organized Black Lives Matter rally gets $2500 bill from mayor for police overtime costs US government executes killer of 10-year-old girl Lawmakers push for first African American to receive Medal of Honor for wars in Iraq or Afghanistan Controversial organization led by Trump allies has tax-exempt status revoked by IRS Tens of thousands March on Washington, protest for criminal justice reform: ABC News Live House Democrats move to hold Pompeo in contempt of Congress 'It's chaos': Postal workers say mail still backlogged, despite DeJoy's promises Legal battle heats up over sexual harassment allegations against Carlson, Hannity Rand Paul calls for FBI arrests, investigation into 'mob' he believes 'would have killed us,' if not for police Protesters confront Rand Paul outside White House after Republican convention What We Still Don’t Know About Trump Judge delays extradition for teen charged in Kenosha, Wisconsin, slayings Ignoring FBI And Fellow Republicans, Trump Continues Assault On Mail-In Voting 'People's worst fears' came alive in Kenosha: Guns, militia inject chilling dimension into protests U.S., Russian militaries blame each other for Syria skirmish The striking contrast between the Democratic and Republican conventions Harris delivers virtual call to action to protesters at new march on Washington Police say Jacob Blake is being "secured with restraints" to his hospital bed Appeals court lifts order reining in feds in Portland Turns out ‘Keep America Great’ website Is owned by Biden campaign, not Trump’s The quiet part Trump won't dare say out loud Instead of Evolving as President, Trump Has Bent the Job to His Will - New York Times House Foreign Affairs Committee announces contempt proceedings against Pompeo Legislature seeks to undercut Trump lawsuit Top FDA spokeswoman ousted after 11 days: report Wisconsin AG won't say whether police knew Jacob Blake had a knife Conventions highlight wildly different Biden, Trump strategies going into final election stretch Obama calls for peaceful protests and 'overwhelming participation at the ballot box' Kamala Harris: Cop who shot Jacob Blake 'should be charged' Jacob Blake's father says his conversation with Biden and Harris was like 'speaking to my uncle and one of my sisters' Young immigrants challenge Trump administration decision to scale back DACA program Joe Biden ‘runs a great risk’ if he avoids debates: Dan Henninger Russia's Navalny still in coma but improving Why California's wildfire year could be the worst in decades 2 officers fired tasers at Jacob Blake before he was shot, Wisconsin Justice Department says Former pool attendant details alleged relationship with Becki and Jerry Falwell Jr. Jim Gaffigan calls Trump a 'liar and a criminal,' slams 'Trumpers' in series of tweets Trump to campaign in New Hampshire after convention speech at White House Hurricane Laura's Impact: 'The Wind Just Tore Everything Up' Vernon Jones, Georgia Democrat who backed Trump, escorted through angry crowd outside White House Young immigrants challenge Trump administration decision to scale back DACA program Top Colorado RNC official spread conspiracy theories and made Islamophobic and sexist comments More than 750,000 still without power in Laura’s aftermath Dems slam Trump convention speech as campaign enters final stages: 'Embraced racism' Takeaways from the Republican National Convention Biden camp: Over 3,500 Americans died from COVID during GOP convention President Trump: On November 3rd, we will make America greater than ever before RNC 2020: Key takeaways from Trump speech and Republican convention Quotes from the closing night of the convention Calm prevails for second night in Kenosha, latest Black Lives Matter flashpoint Sen. Rand Paul thanks DC cops for saving him from 'crazed mob' after RNC Donald Trump rips Joe Biden as a threat to the American Dream and other takeaways from the RNC's final night Fact check: Trump vows to 'protect' Medicare, Social Security. His budgets have sought cuts. Highlights From Night 4: RNC Wraps With Trump’s Promise Of ‘Record Prosperity’ Ivanka Trump champions father in fiery convention speech Mary Trump says GOP convention 'disturbing to watch,' calls portrayal of president a sham Chris Wallace calls Trump RNC address 'far too long' and 'surprisingly flat' despite 'some good lines' Wisconsin gunman charged, allegedly shot protester 5 times: Criminal complaint Escape from Wilmington: Biden set to finally hit the trail Donald Trump recycles much of his 2016 message as he accepts renomination Protesters gather outside the White House before Trump's RNC speech READ: Trump's GOP nomination acceptance address 'I Have A Dream': New march on Washington to mark fraught anniversary of King's speech Protests Against Police Brutality Counter RNC Message Of Racial Equality Dozens of Louisiana families didn't evacuate Hurricane Laura, official says CNN uses new chyron to fact-check Trump's convention speech Donald Trump Jr. reacts to 'amazing week' at RNC: ‘I felt proud to be an American watching this' 'Firewall against Nancy Pelosi’s agenda': How Mitch McConnell became one of Donald Trump's key confidantes Convention Mixes Testimonies From People Of Color With Racial Grievance Politics Rudy Giuliani says ‘soft on crime’ Democrats threaten suburbs Trump promises tariffs on companies that leave U.S. to create jobs overseas AP Analysis: Trump wields fear in pitch for 4 more years Federal judge gives Trump administration 10 days to answer questions about USPS slowdowns RNC 2020: What Republicans made of Trump speech Fact check: Trump makes more than 20 false or misleading claims in accepting presidential nomination Tom Cotton rips Biden on foreign policy in convention speech In Convention Speech, Trump Touts Business Know-How, Despite Faltering U.S. Economy Hurricane Laura's winds batter Louisiana, killing six Japan PM Abe set to resign over worsening health: source Trump mocks Biden's record, says ex-VP has spent career on 'wrong side of history' Wielding Chainsaws, A Town Comes Together To Clean Up After Hurricane Laura Here are 6 takeaways from Trump's final night at the RNC Trump looks to seize momentum out of fiery GOP convention, as Biden plans battleground visits Biden, Harris criticize Trump response to unrest, pandemic New book from first lady's former confidant gives behind-the-scenes look at tensions between Melania and Ivanka Trump McConnell: GOP-controlled Senate a 'firewall' against Pelosi agenda Harris: 'Vigilantes and extremists derail the path to justice' for Jacob Blake Black National Convention puts spotlight on police brutality New York DA's office says Trump's arguments over subpoena have already been rejected by courts Former top Trump officials are betting he'll lose Iowa judge voids 50,000 absentee ballot applications, prompting county to send new forms Coronavirus News and Updates: How to treat Covid, for now Argentina reports record number of new COVID-19 cases but relaxes lockdown Coronavirus FAQ: Is It Safe To Get On The Bus (Or Subway)? Mexico records 5,824 new coronavirus cases, 552 more deaths First U.S. novel coronavirus reinfection case identified in Nevada study Health agencies’ credibility at risk after week of blunders Exclusive: Most U.S. states reject Trump administration's new COVID-19 testing guidance US regulators allow remdesivir for hospitalized How Many Coronavirus Cases Are Happening In Schools? This Tracker Keeps Count Four at Republican convention in North Carolina tested coronavirus positive, officials say Texas and Louisiana could see more COVID-19 cases after hurricane Trump administration bets big on Abbott antigen test Katrina to COVID: New Orleans’ Black community pounded again Coronavirus kills 8, infects over 350 at poultry plant now told to shut down What A Nasal Spray Vaccine Against COVID-19 Might Do Even Better Than A Shot Democrats and White House are at a ‘tragic impasse’ on coronavirus stimulus after Pelosi-Meadows call US and UK are bottom of the pile in rankings of governments' handling of coronavirus pandemic WHO: Coronavirus is a "tornado with a long tail" that could cause more deaths as weather cools COVID-19 Complicates Response To Hurricane Laura, Spurs Fears Of New Outbreaks The latest on the coronavirus pandemic - Live Updates Controversial COVID drug given at nursing homes Insect repellent ingredient may kill coronavirus, study shows FDA approves $5 rapid coronavirus test that doesn't require special computer How nations are going back to school -- or not France Covid-19: Mask rule for Parisians amid 'undeniable surge' Man charged in coronavirus disinfectant scam