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Johnson defends calling anti-Trump protests ‘hate America’ rallies

Sunday, October 19

(WASHINGTON) -- Speaker of the House Mike Johnson defended labeling this weekend's "No Kings" rallies opposing President Donald Trump as "hate America" rallies, arguing that he was not referring to Democrats themselves but the message of the protesters."Just on this notion that these are,... Read More.

What to know about nationwide ‘No Kings’ rallies protesting Trump

Saturday, October 18

(NEW YORK) -- Activists and advocacy groups are staging a second round of "No Kings" protests across the country on Saturday in response to what they call abuse of power by President Donald Trump and his administration, including his immigration crackdown and his sending... Read More.

Trump, Zelenskyy meet at White House to discuss Russia-Ukraine war

Friday, October 17

(WASHINGTON) -- President Donald Trump greeted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Friday, with Zelenskyy in Washington to make his case for procuring American Tomahawk cruise missiles and other military assets.Trump and Zelenskyy, wearing a dark suit, shook hands when the... Read More.

At least 2 survivors of a US attack on alleged drug smugglers in American custody

Friday, October 17

(WASHINGTON) -- At least two survivors from a deadly U.S. military strike in the Caribbean Sea are now in custody aboard an American vessel after being rescued by helicopter, according to a person familiar with details of the incident.The person said the survivors were aboard... Read More.

What to know about nationwide ‘No Kings’ rallies set to protest Trump

Friday, October 17

(WASHINGTON) -- Activists and advocacy groups are staging a second round of "No Kings" protests across the country on Saturday in response to what they call abuse of power by President Donald Trump and his administration, including his immigration crackdown.Organizers predict millions will take... Read More.

Obama endorses New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Rep. Mikie Sherrill

Friday, October 17

(WASHINGTON) -- Former President Barack Obama formally endorsed New Jersey’s Democratic gubernatorial nominee, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, in a new ad first reported by ABC News. "Mikie’s integrity, grit, and commitment to service are what we need right now in our leaders. Mikie Sherrill is the... Read More.

Trump to host Zelenskyy at White House with Tomahawks, Putin call on agenda

Friday, October 17

(WASHINGTON) -- President Donald Trump, just days after celebrating an Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement he helped broker in the Middle East, turns his attention Friday to the Russia-Ukraine war, hosting President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House.Ukraine's request for American-made Tomahawk missiles is expected to... Read More.

Trump announces deal to reduce cost of specific IVF medication

Thursday, October 16

(WASHINGTON) -- President Donald Trump announced a deal on Thursday between his administration and pharmaceutical company EMD Serono to reduce the cost of some fertility medications.Senior administration officials have said this deal will help millions of American women struggling to conceive with their ability... Read More.

B-52s fly off coast of Venezuela in show of force by Trump

Thursday, October 16

(BOSSIER PARISH, La.) -- Three B-52 bombers took off from Barksdale AFB in Louisiana on Wednesday and flew for hours near the coast of Venezuela, according to flight tracking data, in what appears to be a major show of force by President Donald Trump.The... Read More.

Sen. Mitch McConnell falls in Capitol hallway

Thursday, October 16

(WASHINGTON) -- Sen. Mitch McConnell, 83, fell to the ground in a Capitol hallway Thursday afternoon as he made his way to Senate votes.This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.Copyright © 2025, ABC Audio. All rights reserved.

Thune says he offered Democrats a vote on Obamacare subsidies to end government shutdown

Thursday, October 16

(WASHINGTON) -- Senate Majority Leader John Thune said he offered Democrats an opportunity to address their biggest priority in an effort to end the government shutdown -- but it was not enough to end the stalemate.Thune, during an interview on MSNBC that aired Thursday morning,... Read More.

US-China rare Earth minerals fight explained

Thursday, October 16

(WASHINGTON) -- Just weeks before the planned meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea, China dramatically expanded its restrictions on rare earth minerals, a move the Trump administration sees as a sharp escalation in China's efforts to tighten... Read More.