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Politics & Policy

Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., center, speaks to reporters as he leaves federal court in New York, Tuesday, July 16, 2024.
Government Accountability
New Jersey

Senate Ethics Committee starts review of Sen. Bob Menendez’s conduct following bribery conviction

The ethics panel could recommend that Menendez be censured or expelled, which would put maximum pressure on the senator to resign.

2 years ago

Vice President Harris has all but secured the nomination, so all eyes are on her potential VP picks. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is on the shortlist, but is he the right pick to secure a Democratic victory? (Photos: AP NEWS)
Studio 2
Delaware
Elections
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New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Politics

Harris/Shapiro: A winning ticket for Democrats?

With President Biden’s decision to step out of the 2024 race, speculation is brewing about the Democratic ticket. Vice President Kamala Harris appears to be the frontrunner.

Air Date: July 23, 2024 12:00 pm

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Kimberly Cheatle
Government Accountability
Policing
Public Safety

Secret Service director steps down after assassination attempt against ex-President Trump at rally

Kimberly Cheatle, who had served as Secret Service director since August 2022, had been facing growing calls to resign.

2 years ago

Vice President Harris greets staff at campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Del.
Elections
National

Can Harris — or any other Democrat — access Biden campaign money?

Vice President Harris likely has a strong claim to the funds, but not all legal experts agree. Moreover, the FEC works too slowly to make much of an impact on the race.

2 years ago

Vice President Kamala Harris appears in front of a mic at a press conference
Elections
National

Kamala Harris has support of enough Democratic delegates to become party’s presidential nominee

Locking up the nomination was only the first item on the staggering political to-do list for Harris after learning of Biden’s plans to leave the race.

2 years ago

Brian and Yvonne
Delaware
Elections
Politics

‘Invigorated that we have her’: Fans of Kamala Harris flock to Wilmington for her visit to campaign headquarters

Harris wasted no time trekking to Delaware, home of the president, after he quit the presidential race and endorsed her to run against Donald Trump.

2 years ago

Gov. Josh Shapiro speaking at a podium
Elections
National
Pennsylvania
Politics

‘Deeply personal decision’: Calls for Harris to pick Pa. Gov. Shapiro as running mate swell, as he stays silent

Although Gov. Shapiro won’t answer whether he would take the VP role if offered, that hasn't stopped Pa. Democrats from pushing for Harris to choose him.

2 years ago

Listen :57
Interior of the dome in Pa. Capitol
Government Accountability
Housing
Pennsylvania
Spotlight PA

More funding for home repair program left out of Pa. budget despite high demand

Despite high demand, Pa.'s Whole-Home Repairs program didn’t get additional funding in the latest state budget, leaving thousands of homeowners waitlisted.

2 years ago

Kamala Harris speaking at a podium
Delaware
Elections
National
Politics

‘She’s ready’: Delaware lawmakers endorse VP Kamala Harris for Democratic nomination

Delaware Sens. Coons and Carper are throwing their support to Harris, who they say can beat former President Donald Trump in November.

2 years ago

Listen :52
Cherelle Parker speaking at a podium with other officials
Crime
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Public Safety

‘It is not alright with us’: City leaders decry violence after West Philly mass shooting leaves 3 dead, 6 injured

Counseling and social services are being offered in the aftermath of the shooting.

2 years ago

Listen 1:07
Kamala Harris speaking at a podium
Elections

Harris wins Pelosi endorsement, claims many of the delegates she needs for the nomination

Prominent Democratic elected officials, party leaders and political organizations quickly lined up behind Harris in the hours after Biden announced he was dropping his bid.

2 years ago

Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks at a podium.
Elections
National
Pennsylvania

Pa.’s Gov. Shapiro among possible Democratic running mates for Kamala Harris

Shapiro, along with Gov. Andy Beshear, Gov. Roy Cooper and U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly, are considered leading contenders for the nomination.

2 years ago

Josh Shapiro speaking at a podium
Elections
Government
Pennsylvania
Spotlight PA

Who is Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro? Full biography, key accomplishments, controversies and more

Shapiro has emerged as a top contender for the vice-presidential nod following President Joe Biden’s exit from the race. Learn more about his long political history.

2 years ago

Michael Regan at a podium
Energy
Environment
Government
Pennsylvania

EPA awards $4.3 billion to fund projects in 30 states to reduce climate pollution

The latest round of grants includes $396 million to Pennsylvania to reduce industrial greenhouse gas emissions from cement, asphalt and other material.

2 years ago

Kimberly Cheatle swearing in
Elections
Government Accountability
Gun Violence

Secret Service director, grilled by lawmakers on the Trump assassination attempt, says ‘we failed’

Director Kimberly Cheatle said she took “fully responsibility” for the security lapses, and she vowed to “move heaven and earth” to make sure there's no repeat of it.

2 years ago

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