Trump-backed Barr set to advance in KY Senate race
We are learning more as Democrats in Kentucky chose their challenger and hopeful successor to longtime Sen. Mitch McConnell. Charles Booker has reportedly clinched the Democratic nomination for Senate in the state. Booker will now face Rep. Andy Barr who was spurred by a late endorsement from President Donald Trump. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Kentucky-based political consultant, Andy Westberry, about this race and the contest involving Rep. Thomas Massie.
We are learning more as Democrats in Kentucky chose their challenger and hopeful successor to longtime Sen. Mitch McConnell. Charles Booker has reportedly clinched the Democratic nomination for Senate in the state. Booker will now face Rep. Andy Barr who was spurred by a late endorsement from President Donald Trump. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Kentucky-based political consultant, Andy Westberry, about this race and the contest involving Rep. Thomas Massie.
Trump speaks during White House Congressional Picnic
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump spoke from the Truman balcony during the Congressional Picnic at the White House in Washington, D.C. This traditional informal event at the White House unites representatives from the legislative and executive branches, providing an evening of entertainment for them and their families.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump spoke from the Truman balcony during the Congressional Picnic at the White House in Washington, D.C. This traditional informal event at the White House unites representatives from the legislative and executive branches, providing an evening of entertainment for them and their families.
House proposal would charge EV owners $130 yearly for road repairs
Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.
Electric vehicle owners could soon face a $130 annual federal fee under a proposed bipartisan bill created to shore up funding for road maintenance.
KY primary: Massie takes on Trump-backed challenger
Axios reporter Alex Isenstadt joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss Tuesday's primary election in Kentucky, where incumbent GOP Rep. Thomas Massie will square off with Trump-backed challenger, Ed Gallrein.
Axios reporter Alex Isenstadt joins LiveNOW's Andy Mac to discuss Tuesday's primary election in Kentucky, where incumbent GOP Rep. Thomas Massie will square off with Trump-backed challenger, Ed Gallrein.
FDA drug center director removed in latest shake-up
The FDA's top drug official Dr. Tracy Beth Hoeg is leaving in the latest shake-up at the powerful health agency. She said in a social media post late Friday that she was fired.
The FDA's top drug official Dr. Tracy Beth Hoeg is leaving in the latest shake-up at the powerful health agency. She said in a social media post late Friday that she was fired.
Rededicate 250 prayer rally draws thousands to National Mall
A daylong prayer rally drew thousands of people to the National Mall on Sunday where they heard speeches from prominent religious and political figures.
A daylong prayer rally drew thousands of people to the National Mall on Sunday where they heard speeches from prominent religious and political figures.
GOP plan to help pay for White House ballroom dealt big blow
A proposed billion-dollar plan to increase security at the White House campus and help pay for President Donald Trump’s proposed ballroom suffered a major setback by failing to meet the criteria to be included in the upcoming Republican budget bill.
A proposed billion-dollar plan to increase security at the White House campus and help pay for President Donald Trump’s proposed ballroom suffered a major setback by failing to meet the criteria to be included in the upcoming Republican budget bill.
Cassidy's loss marks latest Trump purge. What it means for the GOP
Sen. Bill Cassidy was decisively defeated in Louisiana’s Republican primary Saturday, failing to overcome backlash from GOP voters over his 2021 vote to convict Donald Trump.
Sen. Bill Cassidy was decisively defeated in Louisiana’s Republican primary Saturday, failing to overcome backlash from GOP voters over his 2021 vote to convict Donald Trump.
Trump seeks $1.7 billion fund to pay allies in exchange for dropping IRS lawsuit: reports
President Trump said any payout from his lawsuit against the IRS would go to charity. Now, he reportedly wants $1.7 billion to pay allies who were investigated by the Biden administration.
President Trump said any payout from his lawsuit against the IRS would go to charity. Now, he reportedly wants $1.7 billion to pay allies who were investigated by the Biden administration.
Louisiana Senate primary latest, Cassidy defends seat
LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Alex Isenstadt, a Senior Reporter for Politics with Axios, as Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana is fighting to keep his seat ahead of Saturday’s Republican primary election. Cassidy has taken time during the campaign to attack his leading, Trump-endorsed opponent, Rep. Julia Letlow. "She's done well for herself financially," Cassidy said while speaking to Fox News Radio. "Kind of the Nancy Pelosi approach to stock markets, I'll just point out, which is public record."
LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Alex Isenstadt, a Senior Reporter for Politics with Axios, as Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana is fighting to keep his seat ahead of Saturday’s Republican primary election. Cassidy has taken time during the campaign to attack his leading, Trump-endorsed opponent, Rep. Julia Letlow. "She's done well for herself financially," Cassidy said while speaking to Fox News Radio. "Kind of the Nancy Pelosi approach to stock markets, I'll just point out, which is public record."
Trump rips lawmakers supporting Massie in Kentucky
LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Kentucky-based political consultant, Andy Westberry, as voters ready themselves to hear the results on Tuesday for a number of key political races. With Senator Mitch McConnell preparing to retire at the conclusion of his term, the spotlight turns to the battle for his successor. We are also watching as longtime critic of President Donald Trump, Congressman Thomas Massie, will soon face the ballot box. The race involving Massie is becoming a critical test for Trump's political strength.
LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Kentucky-based political consultant, Andy Westberry, as voters ready themselves to hear the results on Tuesday for a number of key political races. With Senator Mitch McConnell preparing to retire at the conclusion of his term, the spotlight turns to the battle for his successor. We are also watching as longtime critic of President Donald Trump, Congressman Thomas Massie, will soon face the ballot box. The race involving Massie is becoming a critical test for Trump's political strength.
Kentucky voters head to polls for Tuesday primary
We are preparing as President Donald Trump’s mission to unseat Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky will come to a head on Tuesday. In just a matter of days, voters in the Southern state will decide whether there is space inside the Republican Party for a politician who is so willing to defy the president. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Logan Gatti from the Louisville Democratic Party as reports now indicate that the race has become the most expensive House primary battle in United States history.
We are preparing as President Donald Trump’s mission to unseat Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky will come to a head on Tuesday. In just a matter of days, voters in the Southern state will decide whether there is space inside the Republican Party for a politician who is so willing to defy the president. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Logan Gatti from the Louisville Democratic Party as reports now indicate that the race has become the most expensive House primary battle in United States history.
Cuba's Raúl Castro faces possible DOJ indictment
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Ricardo Zúniga, a founding partner of Dinámica Americas, as the United States is reportedly moving to indict Raúl Castro. The potential charges against the former Cuban president come after CIA Director John Ratcliffe recently met with counterparts from Cuba’s Ministry of the Interior during a high-level visit to the nation. Raúl Castro is the younger brother of longtime Cuban leader Fidel Castro, who died in 2016.
LiveNOW’s Austin Westfall is speaking with Ricardo Zúniga, a founding partner of Dinámica Americas, as the United States is reportedly moving to indict Raúl Castro. The potential charges against the former Cuban president come after CIA Director John Ratcliffe recently met with counterparts from Cuba’s Ministry of the Interior during a high-level visit to the nation. Raúl Castro is the younger brother of longtime Cuban leader Fidel Castro, who died in 2016.
Amazon is forgoing millions in tariff refunds to 'curry favor' with Trump, lawsuit claims
Amazon customers argue they should be refunded for the higher prices they paid while the tariffs struck down by the government were still in effect, but the online retailer isn't even asking for reimbursement, a lawsuit argues.
Amazon customers argue they should be refunded for the higher prices they paid while the tariffs struck down by the government were still in effect, but the online retailer isn't even asking for reimbursement, a lawsuit argues.
Major GOP primaries under microscope before midterms
We are watching as Senator Mitch McConnell is set to retire at the end of his current term. McConnell is the longest-serving Senate leader in history and is largely credited with helping to secure a conservative majority on the U.S. Supreme Court. Republican strategist Jeanette Hoffman joins LiveNOW’s Anna Marsick to analyze the critical race to replace McConnell in Kentucky and the major primary battle that Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana faces after his Trump impeachment vote.
We are watching as Senator Mitch McConnell is set to retire at the end of his current term. McConnell is the longest-serving Senate leader in history and is largely credited with helping to secure a conservative majority on the U.S. Supreme Court. Republican strategist Jeanette Hoffman joins LiveNOW’s Anna Marsick to analyze the critical race to replace McConnell in Kentucky and the major primary battle that Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana faces after his Trump impeachment vote.
Trump says White House ballroom construction ahead of schedule; here’s when it will be completed
Trump says the White House’s new $400 million ballroom is ahead of schedule. Here's when it is set to open.
Trump says the White House’s new $400 million ballroom is ahead of schedule. Here's when it is set to open.
The latest: Both sides claim progress was made as Trump concludes two-day visit
U.S. President Donald Trump is set to wrap up a crucial series of meetings with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday.
U.S. President Donald Trump is set to wrap up a crucial series of meetings with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday.
SCOTUS ruling sparks Southern redistricting war
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Fox News’ Chad Pergram as the redistricting battle continues to heat up as we approach the midterm elections. We are learning a congressional redistricting surge has been sweeping across Southern states in recent weeks. This comes after the Supreme Court's conservative majority slashed a key Voting Rights Act protection. The ruling has now triggered renewed efforts by Republicans in multiple states to rewrite U.S. House district maps ahead of November.
LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with Fox News’ Chad Pergram as the redistricting battle continues to heat up as we approach the midterm elections. We are learning a congressional redistricting surge has been sweeping across Southern states in recent weeks. This comes after the Supreme Court's conservative majority slashed a key Voting Rights Act protection. The ruling has now triggered renewed efforts by Republicans in multiple states to rewrite U.S. House district maps ahead of November.
Supreme Court preserves access to mifepristone abortion pill
The Supreme Court on Thursday preserved women’s access to a drug used in the most common method of abortion.
The Supreme Court on Thursday preserved women’s access to a drug used in the most common method of abortion.
California’s $1.3B Medicaid funding put on hold amid fraud suspicions
The Trump administration is widening its initiative to eliminate fraud in the federal health program, which includes a $1.3 billion deferral of Medicaid funding to California.
The Trump administration is widening its initiative to eliminate fraud in the federal health program, which includes a $1.3 billion deferral of Medicaid funding to California.