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COVID, race, and a pivotal moment for America2020 is likely to go down in history as a pivot point, marked by a pandemic, protests over racially charged police killings, and deep economic stress.
Ohio governor鈥檚 science-based COVID-19 response wins bipartisan praiseMike DeWine鈥檚 early action on the virus likely saved lives, say experts 鈥� and has catapulted the low-key, veteran politician onto the national stage.
First LookCampaigns go virtual ahead of Tuesday's primary electionsThe next big test for voting during a pandemic comes Tuesday when eight states will hold primaries. Unable to hold rallies, candidates have been writing letters, organizing food banks, and increasing TV ads to catch voters' attention.聽
Focus鈥業t鈥檚 just chaos.鈥� One family鈥檚 struggle to make the new normal workFrom homeschooling kids to trying to save a business, our reporter鈥檚 鈥渜uarantine family鈥� is dealing with the same challenges as many.聽
Trump, Flynn, and flipping the script on RussiaDonald Trump鈥檚 handling of the Flynn saga is part of a broader attempt to paint聽the Mueller investigation as an underhanded strike against his office.
First LookMail-in voting could turn Election Day into a long weekU.S. election officials from both major parties have promoted mail-in and absentee voting options, for public health reasons. But that could mean the 2020 presidential results won't be known on Election Day.聽
First LookAtlanta leads with two female contenders for Biden's VPKeisha Lance Bottoms聽and Stacey Abrams 鈥撀爐he Atlanta mayor and the former Georgia governor candidate聽鈥� are top contenders in聽Joe Biden's list of potential running mates. It's "inspiring" to watch "two black women from the South be elevated," said state party chairwoman. 聽
First LookLessons from 2008: How far should federal aid go?Congress wrestles with how to shape the country鈥檚 post-pandemic future, while avoiding mistakes of past federal bailouts.聽
As all 50 states reopen, leaders weigh tough questionsAs all 50 states begin reopening this week, leaders are weighing questions of total well-being 鈥� forcing moral questions about American values.
FocusAs grilling season hits, could regulation rethink help with meat shortages?The intense strain placed on the supply chain by COVID-19聽is generating calls for Congress to give smaller meat producers more flexibility.聽
Politics WatchWho will be Joe Biden's Joe Biden?The Democratic 鈥榲eepstakes鈥� are in high gear, as prominent women audition to be Mr. Biden's running mate. Ideology will matter, but he also faces pressure to pick a woman of color.
First LookDemocrats cry 'retaliation' as Trump fires federal watchdogPresident Trump said Steve Linick, who has been the inspector general at the State Department since 2013, no longer had his full confidence.
Amid pandemic woes, Trump turns spotlight onto 鈥極bamagate鈥�Many presidents have used diversion at times of political stress. But President Trump has a talent perhaps unrivaled at driving the media narrative.
First LookSen. Burr leaves Senate Intelligence team amid FBI probeSen. Richard Burr is the focus of an insider-trading investigation tied to stock market drops around the pandemic. After the FBI issued a search warrant for his cellphone, Senator Burr has temporarily stepped aside from the Senate Intelligence committee.
First LookEven as states reopen, unemployment climbs to 36 millionNew figures from the Labor Department reflect an economy in rapid contraction. Economists say unemployment should decline this summer, but successful rebounds will require patience and support from the government.
First LookObama takes the stage as Biden's wingman in 2020 electionFormer President Barack Obama remains a popular and polarizing figure, invigorating both the Democratic base and Republican allies of President Donald Trump. Now he is bringing that energy to the 2020 presidential race.
Why Washington state was so prepared for its pandemic challengeRecent weeks have been the ultimate stress test for how states handle adversity. Here鈥檚 why Washington State has so far passed with flying colors.
Politics WatchPresident Trump and the great mask debateThe president won鈥檛 wear a mask in public, even after two West Wing aides tested positive for the coronavirus. But his campaign is all for them.
First LookFrom rogue adviser to martyr: Flynn called a 'patriot'President Donald Trump and Republican allies are using the Justice Department's recent dismissal of the Michael Flynn case as a way to shift attention from the coronavirus crisis, say critics. A judge has yet to rule on the Justice Department's dismissal request.聽
First LookGOP gives tepid response to Pelosi's $3 trillion stimulus planThe House relief package would offer help to cities, states, and essential workers, as well as cash to individuals and the U.S. Postal Service. But Republicans are wary of a fifth round of aid.
