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Debate: Pence and Harris meet for vice presidential debate as administration is gripped by Covid-19
In a torrent of developments since the first presidential debate last week, President Donald Trump tested positive for coronavirus, was hospitalized for treatment and then returned to the Oval Office on Wednesday after a little more than a day of isolation at home. It’s still unknown when the President last tested negative for the virus. …
The technological threat intensifies in the face of the U.S. Presidential Election
UBS AM | Escalating US-China tensions as the November election nears are likely to foster volatility, with measures taken against Chinese technology a focal point. The drumbeat of US-China tensions is likely to crescendo in the coming months, with the relationship devolving across geopolitical, diplomatic and economic fronts. From a market perspective, Chinese technology stocks …
States Can Enforce Laws Punishing Presidential Electors Who Break Pledge, Justices Say
Justice Elena Kagan testifies before the House Committee on Appropriations during a Supreme Court Budget hearing, on Thursday, March 7, 2019. Credit: Diego M. Radzinschi / ALM State laws that fine or remove presidential electors who fail to vote in the electoral college for the candidate whom they pledged to support do not violate the …
Kanye West Announces 2020 Presidential Bid, Elon Musk Supports
Breaking News It’s happening (or so it seems) … Kanye West is running for President, and he says he’s doing it sooner than later — as in RIGHT NOW!!! At least that’s how it sounds, anyway. Ye made the announcement out of nowhere Saturday on Twitter, with a heartfelt message saying … “We must now …
New York Must Hold Democratic Presidential Primary, Judge Rules
A federal judge on Tuesday ordered elections officials in New York State to hold its Democratic primary election in June and reinstate all qualifying candidates on the ballot. The ruling came after the presidential primary was canceled late last month over concerns about the coronavirus. The order, filed by Judge Analisa Torres of United States …
Justin Amash announces presidential exploratory committee
Amash launched a website announcing he has formed an exploratory committee for a presidential campaign. “Americans are ready for practical approaches based in humility and trust of the people,” he said in his announcement. “We’re ready for a presidency that will restore respect for our Constitution and bring people together. I’m excited and honored to …
Georgia postpones presidential primary due to coronavirus
Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said in a statement Saturday that coronavirus has increased the risks to voters and poll workers with in-person voting. “Governor (Brian) Kemp has declared a public health emergency. President (Donald) Trump has declared a national emergency,” Raffensperger said. “Events are moving rapidly and my highest priority is protecting the health …
BREAKING: Far-Left Billionaire Activist Tom Steyer Ends Presidential Campaign
Far-left billionaire activist Tom Steyer’s campaign announced on Saturday that the candidate was dropping out of the presidential race after failing again in another Democratic primary. “The news came after Mr. Steyer, 62, failed to capitalize on his investment of millions of dollars in South Carolina, where he had pinned the hopes of his campaign,” …
Valley voters will see changes with voting technology and ballots in upcoming elections
PHOENIX — Arizona voters are gearing up for changes to ballots and voting technology in the upcoming elections. “No system is ever going to be 100 percent but this is way better,” says Fontes. Most noticeable, the appearance of ballots. Since 1996, voters have filled in arrows. Now, voters will fill in bubbles. More so, …
BREAKING: Trump Will Award Rush Limbaugh Presidential Medal Of Freedom; Limbaugh Will Attend SOTU
President Donald Trump revealed Tuesday that he will award legendary conservative talk radio host Rush Limbaugh the Presidential Medal of Freedom in coming months. Mr. Limbaugh announced Monday that he is battling advanced lung cancer. President Trump told network anchors during a private lunch on Tuesday about the coming award, CNN reported: According to a …