Sep 17, 2020 Admin Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Trump to hold rally in Wisconsin county facing record-breaking coronavirus cases AP-NORC poll: Trump faces deep pessimism as election nears Biden blasts AG Barr for comments comparing coronavirus restrictions to slavery Election 2020: CNN town hall with Joe Biden Trump called 'demented' after blaming 'blue states' for coronavirus death toll Trump campaign denies Guardian report the president assaulted a woman in 1997 Biden says Trump should step down over coronavirus response ‘More dire than we think’: Health officials brace for Trump diatribes In 'Tense' Call, DeJoy Tells Election Officials That USPS Can Handle Mail Ballots Ex-Pence adviser who worked on coronavirus task force denounces Trump in blistering ad Democrats signal plans to target filibuster if they take back Senate, as GOP embraces campaign issue ‘More dire than we think’: Health officials brace for Trump diatribes Fox News anchor addresses cutting off Gingrich linking Soros to violent protests Judge blocks 'politically motivated' changes to U.S. Postal Service ahead of election Bipartisan negotiations over spending bill are not finished yet but moving in right direction Trump’s bluster and millions hasn’t stopped universal mail-in voting plans Congressman who denounced mask wearing overseeing the trial of a drug to treat COVID-19 Ex-Giuliani associate Lev Parnas faces wire fraud charges Trump's sharp words put CDC director on hot seat Gulf between White House’s words, Trump’s actions on masks Trump plans panel to promote 'patriotic education' in appeal to conservative base Postal Service's plan to send face masks to Americans allegedly nixed by White House Trump blasts Michigan secretary of state for mistakes on ballots for military Trump's son agrees to sit for questioning in New York probe, after the election Trump to announce another $14B in aid to farmers affected by COVID-19: report Trump Announces Commission To Focus On ‘Pro-American Curriculum,’ A Largely Political Move US election: Are older Trump voters sticking with him? Firefighters start to gain upper hand against U.S. western wildfires Barr criticizes Black Lives Matter movement: 'Not interested in Black lives, they're interested in props' FBI's Wray: Russia using 'drumbeat of misinformation' to undermine Biden campaign Trump's rebuke of CDC director sows confusion on vaccine timeline 300 and counting: Push by feds to arrest in US protests Pelosi: 'Hard to see' Democrats supporting less than $2.2T in COVID-19 aid FBI Director Wray: 'Antifa is a real thing,' FBI has cases against people identifying with movement GOP growing more indifferent to Trump controversies as election nears Poll workers told to "act surprised" if asked about no mask Biggest Worry On Election Security Is Americans' Loss Of Confidence, Wray Says Meadows rips Congress members going home when coronavirus relief 'checks are not going out' Trump's not bothering to hide his political interference in vaccine push Crews battle U.S. West Coast fires amid 'apocalyptic' scenes of ruin Barr under fire over comparison of virus lock-in to slavery Cook Political Report moves Arizona to 'lean Democrat' in Biden-Trump race Schumer blasts Trump for remarks on 'blue state' coronavirus deaths: 'How low can he go?' Biden to join Senate Democrats online for lunch, questions Homeland Security Committee Chairman: Acting Secretary's Absence Should 'Appall' Congress US-UK trade deal faces potential hurdles from Biden, Congress over Brexit fight Fact check: Biden ad misleadingly suggests Trump called Covid-19 a 'hoax' Ex-intel chief Coats calls on Congress to create 2020 election commission Biden rolls out ad featuring former Trump voter Biden's team says he views election against Trump as 'Park Avenue vs. Scranton' What to know about Joe Biden's policy proposals ahead of CNN's town hall Younger voters choose Biden over Trump — but they're not wild about either De Blasio furloughs mayor's office staffers, and himself Portland riots: Justice Department considered pursuing charges against city officials in violent unrest TikTok reaches deal that would give Oracle oversight of U.S. operations Florida: We can’t afford Trump’s jobless aid anymore Donald Trump doesn't understand he's the president for ALL of America SUPREME COURT NOTEBOOK: Audio arguments, with a side of fish Betsy DeVos shares her concerns about schools failing to reopen for in-person learning (VIDEO) Clyburn says Barr's remark comparing lockdowns to slavery is 'the most ridiculous, tone-deaf, God-awful thing I've ever heard' Whitmer: No enforcement of virus rules at Trump rallies Appeals court OKs Florida law forcing felons to pay off fees before voting James Comey to testify before Senate committee, Graham says Xinjiang: China defends 'education' camps Democrat-led marijuana bill spins out of control as election looms Twitter places warning label on Trump tweet about voting by mail Trump says Biden ad prompted his intervention on Big Ten football Trump's economic pitch may land with some Latino voters, strategists say Navalny team says poison found on water bottle Barack Obama: Former president announces memoir release date European lawmakers condemn 'violent repression' in Belarus, call for sanctions Barr criticizes DOJ in speech declaring all agency power 'is invested in the attorney general' Trump says CDC Director Robert Redfield 'confused' about coronavirus vaccine, mask efficacy. Redfield responded. Navarro blames Pelosi for stalled negotiations on next round of coronavirus relief Ratcliffe reinstates election briefings for intel panels Surprising poll numbers could be a sign of secret Trump voters Powell warns failure to reach COVID-19 deal could 'scar and damage' economy Report: Feds considered using ‘heat ray’ on DC protesters Barr says calls for coronavirus lockdown are the 'greatest intrusion on civil liberties' other than slavery in US history Senate Republicans signal openness to working with Biden Trump campaign asks Twitter to mark Biden coronavirus ad as manipulated media, but company refuses Trump takes Big Ten victory lap. College president said he had nothing to do with it. With Big Ten reversal, Trump aims to score in battlegrounds Mexico asks U.S. for answers about alleged migrant detention abuse On coronavirus vaccines, Biden says he'll trust scientists, not Trump Biden: 'We can't allow politics to interfere with the vaccine in any way' US attorney denies report that Barr asked prosecutors to consider criminal charges against Durkan 'I feel a little sad for' Sen. Lindsey Graham: Jaime Harrison on 'Powerhouse Politics' podcast Showdown set as US to declare UN sanctions on Iran are back Economy recovering faster than expected, but 'trusted' vaccine is key, Federal Reserve chair says Hurricane Sally weakens to tropical storm, brings 'historic flooding' to U.S. Gulf Coast Chad Wolf appears ready to defy House subpoena to testify, DHS official says Trump refutes CDC's Redfield vaccine timeline: 'I believe he was confused' The Memo: Warning signs flash for Trump on debates Biden under pressure to unveil list of potential court picks Al Gore rips Trump's Covid-19 response: 'He's trying to gaslight the virus' Right-Wing Media Stars Echo Trump in Denying Climate Link to Wildfires - New York Times Biden says US trade deal hinges on UK 'respect' for Good Friday Agreement Trump contradicts CDC director on Covid-19 vaccines after Biden slams president's promises Barr asked prosecutors to explore charging Seattle mayor over protest zone: report Moderate Democrats pressure Pelosi, House leadership to move new coronavirus bill: 'Stop the stupidity' Seattle mayor says Barr's suggestions to charge her are 'chilling' Stocks fall as Fed fails to offer fresh cause for cheer Freedom Caucus presses McCarthy to launch long-shot bid to oust Pelosi Poll: Sen. Susan Collins trailing challenger Sarah Gideon by 12 points in closely watched Maine race Biden and Democrats focus on health care messaging Graham calls poll showing him tied with Democratic challenger ‘very flawed’ Trump disputes health officials, sees mass vaccinations soon Biden believes he would have authority to impose national mask mandate as president Dollar rises after Fed's upbeat economic outlook In a horrifying history of forced sterilizations, some fear the US is beginning a new chapter Health officials urge people stay indoors, suspect rare mosquito-borne virus in Michigan Trailing in key states, Trump fights across patchwork map Taking a Cue From Trump, House Republicans Offer Narrow Agenda - New York Times How Jared Kushner Proved His Critics Wrong Huawei phone prices rise in China on fears of chip shortage Yoga Teachers Take On QAnon - New York Times White House labels Venezuela's Maduro cocaine 'kingpin' over alleged drug trafficking ties Trump says staffer tested positive for COVID-19 but was 'not near' him 'Criminalization of politics': AG Barr says prosecutors become 'headhunters' Chip group to warn Trump administration against blacklisting China's SMIC: document Firefighters Battle To Save LA's Historic Mount Wilson Observatory Exclusive: U.S. pushes arms sales surge to Taiwan, needling China - sources One of two Los Angeles deputies injured in apparent ambush is released from hospital How Michael Caputo shook up Health and Human Services Officer: Military police asked about using 'heat ray' on DC protesters Jon Stewart Uses His Celebrity To Bring Attention To Vets Exposed To Burn Pits Coronavirus News and Updates: 5 things to know about Moderna's coronavirus vaccine U.S. plans for hundreds of millions of cheap, fast COVID-19 tests Infection rates soar in college towns as students return Russia vaccine data questioned by experts COVID-19 danger continues to drive joblessness in US What you need to know about the coronavirus right now How did coronavirus get transferred to humans? Scientists may have an answer Antibody drug may cut Covid-19 hospitalizations, company says Global coronavirus cases to soon surpass 30 million: Reuters tally Trump teases vaccine distribution as public health officials say they need more money Covid pushes New Zealand into worst recession Summer wave of dementia deaths adds thousands to pandemic's deadly toll Trump blames 'blue states' for increasing nation's coronavirus death rates, ignores high rates in red states AstraZeneca's trial illnesses may not be due to COVID-19 shot, Oxford University says Coronavirus stigma runs deep and dangerous in Indonesia Last edited: Sep 17, 2020Click to expand...
Below are some of the top political news stories of the day: Trump to hold rally in Wisconsin county facing record-breaking coronavirus cases AP-NORC poll: Trump faces deep pessimism as election nears Biden blasts AG Barr for comments comparing coronavirus restrictions to slavery Election 2020: CNN town hall with Joe Biden Trump called 'demented' after blaming 'blue states' for coronavirus death toll Trump campaign denies Guardian report the president assaulted a woman in 1997 Biden says Trump should step down over coronavirus response ‘More dire than we think’: Health officials brace for Trump diatribes In 'Tense' Call, DeJoy Tells Election Officials That USPS Can Handle Mail Ballots Ex-Pence adviser who worked on coronavirus task force denounces Trump in blistering ad Democrats signal plans to target filibuster if they take back Senate, as GOP embraces campaign issue ‘More dire than we think’: Health officials brace for Trump diatribes Fox News anchor addresses cutting off Gingrich linking Soros to violent protests Judge blocks 'politically motivated' changes to U.S. Postal Service ahead of election Bipartisan negotiations over spending bill are not finished yet but moving in right direction Trump’s bluster and millions hasn’t stopped universal mail-in voting plans Congressman who denounced mask wearing overseeing the trial of a drug to treat COVID-19 Ex-Giuliani associate Lev Parnas faces wire fraud charges Trump's sharp words put CDC director on hot seat Gulf between White House’s words, Trump’s actions on masks Trump plans panel to promote 'patriotic education' in appeal to conservative base Postal Service's plan to send face masks to Americans allegedly nixed by White House Trump blasts Michigan secretary of state for mistakes on ballots for military Trump's son agrees to sit for questioning in New York probe, after the election Trump to announce another $14B in aid to farmers affected by COVID-19: report Trump Announces Commission To Focus On ‘Pro-American Curriculum,’ A Largely Political Move US election: Are older Trump voters sticking with him? Firefighters start to gain upper hand against U.S. western wildfires Barr criticizes Black Lives Matter movement: 'Not interested in Black lives, they're interested in props' FBI's Wray: Russia using 'drumbeat of misinformation' to undermine Biden campaign Trump's rebuke of CDC director sows confusion on vaccine timeline 300 and counting: Push by feds to arrest in US protests Pelosi: 'Hard to see' Democrats supporting less than $2.2T in COVID-19 aid FBI Director Wray: 'Antifa is a real thing,' FBI has cases against people identifying with movement GOP growing more indifferent to Trump controversies as election nears Poll workers told to "act surprised" if asked about no mask Biggest Worry On Election Security Is Americans' Loss Of Confidence, Wray Says Meadows rips Congress members going home when coronavirus relief 'checks are not going out' Trump's not bothering to hide his political interference in vaccine push Crews battle U.S. West Coast fires amid 'apocalyptic' scenes of ruin Barr under fire over comparison of virus lock-in to slavery Cook Political Report moves Arizona to 'lean Democrat' in Biden-Trump race Schumer blasts Trump for remarks on 'blue state' coronavirus deaths: 'How low can he go?' Biden to join Senate Democrats online for lunch, questions Homeland Security Committee Chairman: Acting Secretary's Absence Should 'Appall' Congress US-UK trade deal faces potential hurdles from Biden, Congress over Brexit fight Fact check: Biden ad misleadingly suggests Trump called Covid-19 a 'hoax' Ex-intel chief Coats calls on Congress to create 2020 election commission Biden rolls out ad featuring former Trump voter Biden's team says he views election against Trump as 'Park Avenue vs. Scranton' What to know about Joe Biden's policy proposals ahead of CNN's town hall Younger voters choose Biden over Trump — but they're not wild about either De Blasio furloughs mayor's office staffers, and himself Portland riots: Justice Department considered pursuing charges against city officials in violent unrest TikTok reaches deal that would give Oracle oversight of U.S. operations Florida: We can’t afford Trump’s jobless aid anymore Donald Trump doesn't understand he's the president for ALL of America SUPREME COURT NOTEBOOK: Audio arguments, with a side of fish Betsy DeVos shares her concerns about schools failing to reopen for in-person learning (VIDEO) Clyburn says Barr's remark comparing lockdowns to slavery is 'the most ridiculous, tone-deaf, God-awful thing I've ever heard' Whitmer: No enforcement of virus rules at Trump rallies Appeals court OKs Florida law forcing felons to pay off fees before voting James Comey to testify before Senate committee, Graham says Xinjiang: China defends 'education' camps Democrat-led marijuana bill spins out of control as election looms Twitter places warning label on Trump tweet about voting by mail Trump says Biden ad prompted his intervention on Big Ten football Trump's economic pitch may land with some Latino voters, strategists say Navalny team says poison found on water bottle Barack Obama: Former president announces memoir release date European lawmakers condemn 'violent repression' in Belarus, call for sanctions Barr criticizes DOJ in speech declaring all agency power 'is invested in the attorney general' Trump says CDC Director Robert Redfield 'confused' about coronavirus vaccine, mask efficacy. Redfield responded. Navarro blames Pelosi for stalled negotiations on next round of coronavirus relief Ratcliffe reinstates election briefings for intel panels Surprising poll numbers could be a sign of secret Trump voters Powell warns failure to reach COVID-19 deal could 'scar and damage' economy Report: Feds considered using ‘heat ray’ on DC protesters Barr says calls for coronavirus lockdown are the 'greatest intrusion on civil liberties' other than slavery in US history Senate Republicans signal openness to working with Biden Trump campaign asks Twitter to mark Biden coronavirus ad as manipulated media, but company refuses Trump takes Big Ten victory lap. College president said he had nothing to do with it. With Big Ten reversal, Trump aims to score in battlegrounds Mexico asks U.S. for answers about alleged migrant detention abuse On coronavirus vaccines, Biden says he'll trust scientists, not Trump Biden: 'We can't allow politics to interfere with the vaccine in any way' US attorney denies report that Barr asked prosecutors to consider criminal charges against Durkan 'I feel a little sad for' Sen. Lindsey Graham: Jaime Harrison on 'Powerhouse Politics' podcast Showdown set as US to declare UN sanctions on Iran are back Economy recovering faster than expected, but 'trusted' vaccine is key, Federal Reserve chair says Hurricane Sally weakens to tropical storm, brings 'historic flooding' to U.S. Gulf Coast Chad Wolf appears ready to defy House subpoena to testify, DHS official says Trump refutes CDC's Redfield vaccine timeline: 'I believe he was confused' The Memo: Warning signs flash for Trump on debates Biden under pressure to unveil list of potential court picks Al Gore rips Trump's Covid-19 response: 'He's trying to gaslight the virus' Right-Wing Media Stars Echo Trump in Denying Climate Link to Wildfires - New York Times Biden says US trade deal hinges on UK 'respect' for Good Friday Agreement Trump contradicts CDC director on Covid-19 vaccines after Biden slams president's promises Barr asked prosecutors to explore charging Seattle mayor over protest zone: report Moderate Democrats pressure Pelosi, House leadership to move new coronavirus bill: 'Stop the stupidity' Seattle mayor says Barr's suggestions to charge her are 'chilling' Stocks fall as Fed fails to offer fresh cause for cheer Freedom Caucus presses McCarthy to launch long-shot bid to oust Pelosi Poll: Sen. Susan Collins trailing challenger Sarah Gideon by 12 points in closely watched Maine race Biden and Democrats focus on health care messaging Graham calls poll showing him tied with Democratic challenger ‘very flawed’ Trump disputes health officials, sees mass vaccinations soon Biden believes he would have authority to impose national mask mandate as president Dollar rises after Fed's upbeat economic outlook In a horrifying history of forced sterilizations, some fear the US is beginning a new chapter Health officials urge people stay indoors, suspect rare mosquito-borne virus in Michigan Trailing in key states, Trump fights across patchwork map Taking a Cue From Trump, House Republicans Offer Narrow Agenda - New York Times How Jared Kushner Proved His Critics Wrong Huawei phone prices rise in China on fears of chip shortage Yoga Teachers Take On QAnon - New York Times White House labels Venezuela's Maduro cocaine 'kingpin' over alleged drug trafficking ties Trump says staffer tested positive for COVID-19 but was 'not near' him 'Criminalization of politics': AG Barr says prosecutors become 'headhunters' Chip group to warn Trump administration against blacklisting China's SMIC: document Firefighters Battle To Save LA's Historic Mount Wilson Observatory Exclusive: U.S. pushes arms sales surge to Taiwan, needling China - sources One of two Los Angeles deputies injured in apparent ambush is released from hospital How Michael Caputo shook up Health and Human Services Officer: Military police asked about using 'heat ray' on DC protesters Jon Stewart Uses His Celebrity To Bring Attention To Vets Exposed To Burn Pits Coronavirus News and Updates: 5 things to know about Moderna's coronavirus vaccine U.S. plans for hundreds of millions of cheap, fast COVID-19 tests Infection rates soar in college towns as students return Russia vaccine data questioned by experts COVID-19 danger continues to drive joblessness in US What you need to know about the coronavirus right now How did coronavirus get transferred to humans? Scientists may have an answer Antibody drug may cut Covid-19 hospitalizations, company says Global coronavirus cases to soon surpass 30 million: Reuters tally Trump teases vaccine distribution as public health officials say they need more money Covid pushes New Zealand into worst recession Summer wave of dementia deaths adds thousands to pandemic's deadly toll Trump blames 'blue states' for increasing nation's coronavirus death rates, ignores high rates in red states AstraZeneca's trial illnesses may not be due to COVID-19 shot, Oxford University says Coronavirus stigma runs deep and dangerous in Indonesia