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Biden spotlights Trump's attacks on football with battleground state ad blitz

Trump, however, has had close ties to some people in the league.
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Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign event in Grand Rapids, Mich., April 2, 2024.
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Trump speaks after day 3 of witness testimony wraps in hush money trial

The former president addressed reporters following the end of the third day of witness testimonies in his criminal trial.
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VIDEO: Trump speaks after day 3 of witness testimony wraps in hush money trial
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5 takeaways from historic Supreme Court arguments on Trump's immunity claim

The novel question stoked an array of hypotheticals and plenty of debate.
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The Supreme Court in Washington, DC, March 31, 2021. Justices later in the day will hear arguments via teleconference in NCAA v. Alston. The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is asking the court to overturn a ruling that lets member schools offer student athletes more in education-related compensation as it tries to preserve what it sees as the amateur nature of college sports.
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Johnson alleges Hamas support for anti-Israel campus protests, threatens intervention

Hamas said the protesters' rights are being violated.
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Speaker of the House Mike Johnson takes questions from the media after meeting with Jewish students, as pro-Palestinian students and activists continue to protest the Israel-Hamas war on the campus of Columbia University in New York City on April 24, 2024.
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The Supreme Court hears oral arguments over presidential immunity in Jan. 6 case

ABC News senior national correspondent Terry Moran, chief justice correspondent Pierre Thomas and Supreme Court contributor Kate Shaw preview what is in contention in the historic case.
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VIDEO: The Supreme Court hears oral arguments over presidential immunity in Jan. 6 case
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Could a president stage a coup? And 9 more key moments from Trump's immunity hearing

Other topics included potential self-pardons, FDR and more.
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Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump speaks as he arrives at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta, GA, April 10, 2024.
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Biden says meeting with 4-year-old held by Hamas a reminder of remaining hostages

President Joe Biden met with a 4-year-old girl held hostage by Hamas until the terrorist group released her last November.
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President Joe Biden met with a 4-year-old girl held hostage by Hamas until the terrorist group released her last November.
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Alabama attorney general reacts to Trump immunity case

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall gives his thoughts on the Supreme Court case involving former President Trump's immunity claim.
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VIDEO: Alabama attorney general reacts to Trump immunity case
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Biden says meeting with 4-year-old held by Hamas a reminder of remaining hostages

The meeting came as the U.S. called on Hamas to release the remaining captives.
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Abigail, a 4-year-old who was being held by Hamas, seen here with President Biden, April 25, 2024.
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Judge rejects Donald Trump's bid for new E. Jean Carroll trial, upholds $83M judgment

The judge said Trump delivered "malicious and unceasing attacks" against her.
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E. Jean Carroll leaves federal court in Manhattan, New York City on April 26, 2023 following testimony in her ongoing rape, sexual abuse and defamation civil case lawsuit against former President Donald Trump.
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Testimony resumes in Trump hush money case

ABC News executive editorial producer John Santucci and former prosecutor Emily Bradford discuss the Trump hush money trial.
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VIDEO: Testimony resumes in Trump hush money case
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Supreme Court hears arguments on presidential immunity

ABC News correspondents John Karl and Pierre Thomas and contributors Mark Updegrove and Asha Rangappa break down the arguments for Donald Trump's Supreme Court immunity hearing.
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VIDEO: Supreme Court on Trump immunity hearing
April 25

Former Army secretary explains how immunity factors into presidential decision-making

Former Secretary of the Army Louis Caldera discusses how immunity factors into presidential decision-making.
April 25
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April 25

Republican congressman discusses Supreme Court hearing over presidential immunity

Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., previews the Supreme Court arguments over presidential immunity brought by former President Donald Trump.
April 25
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April 25

Trump held his tongue on Ukraine aid. McConnell says it may have made the difference.

The Senate Republican leader told ABC News he'll keep fighting GOP isolationism.
April 25
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell speaks during a press conference as the U.S. Senate begins consideration of a $95 billion Ukraine-Israel aid package, on Capitol Hill, April 23, 2024.
April 25

Supreme Court hears Trump's 'absolute immunity' claim, shape of presidency at stake

The fate of his federal criminal Jan. 6 trial hinges on the court's decision.
April 25
President Donald Trump speaks in the Brady Briefing Room at the White House in Washington, Nov. 5, 2020.
April 25

Reports of mass graves in Gaza ‘deeply disturbing,’ White House says

White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said the U.S. has been in contact "at multiple levels with the Israeli government" for answers.
April 25
White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said the U.S. has been in contact "at multiple levels with the Israeli government" for answers.
April 25

US secretly sent long-range missiles to Ukraine to use against Russia: Officials

The U.S. secretly gave Ukraine ATACMS, long range missiles that can reach deep into Russian-held areas, and U.S. officials say Ukraine used them over the last week
April 25
The U.S. secretly gave Ukraine ATACMS, long range missiles that can reach deep into Russian-held areas, and U.S. officials say Ukraine used them over the last week
April 25

Supreme Court to hear Trump's claim of 'absolute immunity'

The Supreme Court is taking up the monumental question of whether a former president turned GOP nominee can be criminally prosecuted for his efforts to stay in power.
April 25
The Supreme Court is taking up the monumental question of whether a former president turned GOP nominee can be criminally prosecuted for his efforts to stay in power.
April 25

EPA limits 4 types of power plant pollution with sweeping rulemaking

Power plants account for more than one-quarter of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
April 25
In this undated file photo, steam and pollution rise on a cold day at the Arapaho Station Coal Power Plant, a coal fired power plant along the Platte River in Littleton, just outside Denver, Colorado.
April 25

Comparing Donald Trump's hush money trial to John Edwards, Bill Clinton cases

Trump is facing charges related to a payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
April 25
Former President Donald Trump appears in court for his trial at Manhattan Criminal Court on April 23, 2024 in New York City.
April 24

Expanded so-called 'Don't Say Gay' education restrictions advance in Alabama

The bill aims to restrict discussions of gender identity or sexual orientation.
April 24
A person holds up a sign reading, "Trans People Belong in Alabama," during a rally outside the Alabama Statehouse in Montgomery, Ala., on International Transgender Day of Visibility, March 31, 2023.
April 24

US secretly sent long-range missiles to Ukraine to use against Russia: Officials

The White House says Russia has already been deploying similar weapons.
April 24
Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) are prepared for loading on to the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) at Williamson Airfield in Queensland, Australia, July 26, 2023.
April 24

At Columbia protests, Johnson booed and heckled as he calls for 'order'

He also met with Jewish students during his visit to the university.
April 24
Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson attends a news conference at Columbia University in response to demonstrators protesting in support of Palestinians, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in New York, April 24, 2024.
April 24

Arizona House votes to repeal controversial 1864 abortion ban

The legislation could be taken up by the state Senate next week.
April 24
People protest after Arizona's Supreme Court revived a law dating to 1864 that bans abortion in virtually all instances, in Peoria, AZ, April 14, 2024.
April 24

House Speaker Johnson gives remarks at Columbia University

Protests on several college campuses across the U.S. have been calling for the divestment of funds from Israeli military operations, while some Jewish students have called the protests antisemitic.
April 24
Protests on several college campuses across the U.S. have been calling for the divestment of funds from Israeli military operations, while some Jewish students have called the protests antisemitic.
April 24

Supreme Court fractured over Idaho ban and emergency abortion access

The justices will decide whether federal law protects emergency room abortions.
April 24
The Supreme Court of the United States is seen in Washington, March 26, 2024.
April 24

As Trump battles for immunity, question resurfaces about assassinating rivals

An appeals court judge asked what if a president gave the order to Seal Team 6.
April 24
Former President Donald Trump is arguing before the U.S. Supreme Court against being disqualified for office under the 14th Amendment.
April 24

Biden needles Trump over his hair and 'Mar-a-Lago values' as he addresses union

"Folks, the choice is clear," the president said, going after his rival.
April 24
President Joe Biden delivers remarks at the North American Building Trades Unions (NABTU) 2024 Legislative Conference at the Washington Hilton on April 24, 2024 in Washington, DC.
April 24

Supreme Court weighs decision on Idaho abortion ban

Senior Washington correspondent Devin Dwyer gives the latest on the case before the high court.
April 24
VIDEO: Supreme Court's pending decision regarding Idaho Abortion ban
April 24

Biden marks political victory with $95 billion foreign aid package

ABC News correspondents' Asma Khalid and Mick Mulroy break down the foreign aid package and what it means for U.S. allies.
April 24
VIDEO: President Bidens' political win with $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package
April 24

Judge to rule on Trump gag order violations

ABC News legal contributor Brian Buckmire breaks down when to expect a decision regarding the 11 alleged gag order violations against Donald Trump in the hush money trial.
April 24
VIDEO: Judge to rule on Trump gag order violations
April 24

Arizona House Democrats back in session in bid to repeal Civil War-era abortion ban

The ban prohibits all abortions, with the only exception being to save the life of the mother.
April 24
VIDEO: Arizona House Democrats back in session in bid to repeal Civil War-era abortion ban
April 24

House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to visit Columbia University protesters

Protests on college campuses across the country have been calling for the divestment of funds from Israeli military operations.
April 24
VIDEO: House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to visit Columbia University protesters
April 24

Biden says US to begin sending military equipment to Ukraine within 'hours'

Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Wednesday "the key now is speed."
April 24
President Joe Biden speaks after signing the foreign aid bill at the White House, April 24, 2024, in Washington.
April 24

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont pushes for more financial literacy education in schools

"Today we want people to have the basic skills they need to live."
April 24
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont is interviewed by ABC News.
April 24

Arizona lawmakers will reconvene to debate Civil War-era abortion law

Democrats in the Arizona Legislature hope for one more Republican to help bring a repeal of the state’s near-total ban on abortions to a vote.
April 24
VIDEO: Arizona lawmakers will reconvene to debate Civil War-era abortion law
April 24

Biden touts passing of foreign aid package

The president praised the bipartisan support the bill received allowing the U.S. to continue to support allies.
April 24
VIDEO: Biden touts passing of foreign aid package
April 24

Airlines required to refund passengers for canceled, delayed flights

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced the new rules Wednesday.
April 24
A person walks through the terminal as planes remain at gates at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Va., Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023.
April 24

How the Supreme Court stepping into Trump immunity fray could affect a Jan. 6 trial

Experts say a ruling's timing is a key factor in when, or if, he stands trial.
April 24
The Supreme Court of the United States is seen at sunset, Jan. 27, 2022 in Washington, DC
April 24

Experts break down what the Constitution, framers said about 'presidential immunity'

Donald Trump's "absolute immunity" claim will be tested at the Supreme Court.
April 24
Former President Donald Trump speaks during a commit to caucus rally, Dec. 13, 2023, in Coralville, Iowa.
April 23

Senate passes $95B foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan: What's next?

Thirty-one Republicans joined with 48 Democrats to pass the legislation.
April 23
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell praises support for Ukraine as the Senate is on track to pass $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, at the Capitol in Washington, D.C., on April 23, 2024.
April 23

Gov. Ned Lamont discusses financial literacy & the potential TikTok ban

ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke with Gov. Ned Lamont to discuss the inclusion of financial literacy as a requirement in Connecticut high schools and the "slippery slope" of a potential TikTok ban.
April 23
VIDEO: Gov. Ned Lamont discusses financial literacy & the potential TikTok ban
April 23

Pennsylvania 2024 primary results: Biden, Trump projected to win

They were the only major candidates running.
April 23
Pennsylvania State Capitol building in Harrisburg, Penn.
April 23

George Santos ends long shot comeback bid for Congress after being expelled

"It’s only goodbye for now," the disgraced former representative said.
April 23
Rep. George Santos is surrounded by journalists as he leaves the Capitol after his fellow members of Congress voted to expel him from the House of Representatives, Dec. 1, 2023.
April 23

FTC bans noncompete agreements for many Americans but legal battle looms

The move could affect up to 30 million workers.
April 23
The Federal Trade Commission building in Washington D.C., Jan. 28, 2015.
April 23

Trump 'ripped away' abortion rights, Biden argues as he urges women to back him

"This isn't about states' rights, this is about women's rights," he said.
April 23
President Joe Biden speaks about reproductive freedom in Tampa, April 23, 2024.
April 23

Senate expected to pass foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan

One of the bills also includes a proposal to force a sale of TikTok or face a ban.
April 23
VIDEO: Senate expected to pass foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan
April 23

DOJ announces $139M settlement with Larry Nassar victims for claims of FBI misconduct

"These allegations should have been taken seriously from the outset."
April 23
In this Sept. 15, 2021, file photo, US gymnasts (L-R) Simone Biles, McKayla Maroney, Aly Raisman and Maggie Nichols arrive to testify during a Senate Judiciary hearing about the handling of the Larry Nassar investigation of sexual abuse of Olympic gymnasts, on Capitol Hill, in Washington, D.C.
April 23

Homeland Security agency under ICE rebrands to aid its investigations

"This is a big step forward," the acting director said.
April 23
HSI Special Agent Nik counts possible counterfeit pro sports hats at a swap meet vendor in the outskirts of Las Vegas.