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Politics WatchExit Swalwell, enter Steyer. How much does money matter?Billionaire Tom Steyer joined the crowded Democratic 2020 presidential field just as聽California Rep. Eric Swalwell ended his bid. Does wealth matter?
In Florida, Democrats worry Venezuela policy could drive Latinos to GOPPresident Trump鈥檚 immigration policies are not popular with Florida Hispanics. But fears of socialism could put enough in his column to tip the state.
First LookBritish ambassador served as bridge in divided WashingtonAmbassador Sir Kim Darroch abruptly resigned from his post Tuesday after blunt cables about President Trump were leaked to the British press. The ambassador had a direct line to top aides in the Trump and Obama administrations.聽
The ExplainerAnother day, another legal battle? Why latest 鈥極bamacare鈥� suit matters.The latest legal challenge to the Affordable Care Act may seem like just another episode in an endless saga. Here鈥檚 why this case matters.
Hard choices, sweet tea: A day at a Louisiana abortion clinicShreveport, Louisiana is home to Hope Medical Group for Women, one of the last three abortion clinics in the state.聽
First LookAOC, Pelosi split shows rift among House DemocratsPower struggles are reshaping the Democratic Party ahead of 2020. Moderates say those on the fringe can't legislate, while the left says centrists compromise.
With compassion and faith, a mayor leads his city through the opioid crisisMayor Steve Williams of Huntington, West Virginia, took an innovative approach that鈥檚 become a model for fighting drug addiction.
First LookVirginia the new arena for a national gun-control debateWith its legislature up for grabs this November, Virginia has become a new state battleground for the national debate over gun control.聽
Why these Kentucky Democrats still love President TrumpEastern Kentucky is the land that partisan political sorting forgot. Its old-time Democrats voted against Mitch McConnell 鈥� but for President Trump.
Trying to change Congress, starting with the lowest rung: internsMost congressional internships are unpaid 鈥� and out of reach for many aspiring public servants. College to Congress is trying to change that.
First LookGun owners declare a 'sanctuary city' in Southern CaliforniaNeedles, California, a former railroad town, wants to make it easier for registered gun owners to cross into the state.聽This effort reflects a national trend found in more conservative areas that are resisting tougher state gun laws.聽
First LookOregon, poised to pass climate bill, stymied by Republican walkoutOregon's legislature was set to pass a bill to curb greenhouse gas, but then Republican lawmakers took off for Idaho. Walkouts have long been a political strategy in the U.S., and its use in divided statehouses could be on the rise.聽
Onstage, Democrats clash on ideas. Offstage, is there more common ground?The two-night Democratic debates in Miami highlighted the divide between pragmatists and progressives. But offstage, there was more common ground.
Politics WatchDid Warren win the first debate 鈥� or get herself in trouble? Maybe both.Saying she would eliminate private health insurance may win progressive votes for Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren 鈥� but could alienate moderates.
First LookBorder aid package breezes through SenateThe Senate passed a $4.6 billion border aid bill to deliver aid to migrant families and unaccompanied children. The GOP-controlled Senate rejected a progressive House bill, but the Senate's bill is expected to push through both chambers quickly.
Why Democrats can鈥檛 break out of the 鈥榚lectability鈥� boxThe 2020 race is being framed once again around electability, a concept that鈥檚 both reflective of 鈥� and has a direct impact on 鈥撀� standing in polls.聽
E. Jean Carroll: She said, he said, and how media weighs balanceWhy didn't The New York Times and other media outlets give E. Jean Carroll sexual assault charges against Trump bigger play?
First LookRobert Mueller agrees to testifyAfter asking to let his report speak for itself, former special counsel Robert Mueller will testify after all, beginning July 17, with back-to-back appearances before the House Judiciary and Intelligence committees.聽
First LookBorder aid package passes the House, but faces Senate challengeThe House bill contains more than $4 billion combined for supplies and unaccompanied migrant children's care. But the White House could block the bill over more funding for border security.
Monitor BreakfastNancy Pelosi鈥檚 fuchsia suitAt a Monitor Breakfast, Speaker Pelosi showed how her bold approach - sartorially and in her ability to go toe-to-toe with President Trump - has taken her far.
