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The ExplainerWith Trump鈥檚 new immigration rule, a deep bow toward 鈥楢merica First鈥�The Trump administration鈥檚 new immigration rule will make it harder for legal migrants who use public benefits to obtain green cards.
First LookAnd then there were 23: John Hickenlooper to end 2020 campaignOutspoken moderate and former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper will announce the end of his 2020 presidential campaign, AP sources say.
Politics WatchDemocrats鈥� 2020 field may be huge 鈥� but that won鈥檛 be the case for longCandidates who fail to make the cut for the next debate have little reason to stay in the race. Several are being encouraged to consider Senate bids.
Corn dogs and corn polls: Iowa鈥檚 brand of politics may matter more than everA visit to the Iowa State Fair highlights Iowa鈥檚 outsize influence in the nomination process, and the pivotal role it plays in winnowing the field.
First LookWhy Trump administration tightens access to green cardsThe White House announced new restrictions in order to limit the number of legal migrants on government assistance.聽
First LookNew voices of moderation: the 'alterna-squad' DemocratsFive freshman women lawmakers in Congress have built an identity around moderation 鈥� adopting a nuts-and-bolts approach Democrats may need in 2020.
After most shootings, Congress does nothing. This time may be different.New factors 鈥� such as strong public support for certain measures, and a president who could use a boost with suburban voters 鈥� may drive legislation.
Politics WatchLeft's grievance with the press grows in age of TrumpOutcry over headline on president's speech shows the left becoming as unhappy as the right with mainstream media coverage.
First Look'Red flag' gun laws receiving bipartisan support in CongressCongress has failed to pass substantive gun-control laws in the past, but cross-party support for 'red flag' laws suggest this year may be different.
After mass shootings, Republicans wrestle with politics of raceMore GOP leaders see an urgent need to condemn white supremacy. But criticism of the president鈥檚 rhetoric complicates the matter for many.
Why America鈥檚 big cities have become the president鈥檚 punching bagAt a rally, President Trump escalated attacks on big cities, most run by 鈥淒emocrat politicians鈥� and harmed by 鈥渢he far left鈥檚 destructive agenda.鈥�
First LookFrustrated with minority status, House GOPs plan retirementDemoralized and weary of being powerless, nine Republican lawmakers have announced in recent weeks they won't seek reelection in 2020.聽
In health care fight, Democrats wrestle with Obama legacy 鈥� and party鈥檚 futureOnce controversial, 鈥淥bamacare鈥� is now embraced by the public. But many Democratic presidential candidates see it as frustratingly limited in scope.
Politics WatchAs Democrats take aim at each other, some worry it only helps TrumpIn Tuesday鈥檚 debate, candidates engaged in sharp exchanges over health care plans, teed up by moderators. Tonight may be just as contentious.
Live from Detroit: Presidential debates as game showThe Democratic debates increasingly resemble a reality TV show. In the age of Trump, is there any alternative but to play this game?
Searching for common ground? Start with the Constitution.Former Senate staffer Janet Breslin sees the U.S. Constitution as the key to unifying the country.
First LookHouse Democrats easing opposition to Trump's new NAFTA dealDemocrats previously opposed the deal due to lack of protections for workers and the environment, but have since shown a willingness to negotiate.
As Democratic Party veers left, can Harris occupy middle lane?Sen. Kamala Harris seemed to be laying groundwork for a move to the middle Monday, unveiling a Medicare for All plan that includes private insurance.
First LookIntelligence director, often at odds with Trump, resignsDirector of National Intelligence Dan Coats has announced his resignation. Mr. Coats frequently clashed with President Trump over Russian interference into the 2016 election and other national security issues.
First LookTrump's Baltimore tweets: Playing the race card?White House aide Mick Mulvaney insisted in two national television interviews Sunday that President Trump was not making racist comments.
