
Politics & Policy
Longtime ally to Trump’s postal chief was paid by RNC
A Republican official who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the details of Hauck's work said he was hired to help the party organize campaign events in North Carolina
5 years ago
Toomey silent on whether Senate should consider court pick
In 2016, Toomey supported the decision to put off consideration of President Barack Obama’s nominee, Merrick Garland.
5 years ago
Report: Order to shorten count wasn’t made by Census Bureau
“Senior officials at the Bureau, including the Director, did not know who ultimately made the decision to accelerate the Census schedule," the report said.
5 years ago
NY judge: Postal service must process election mail in a timely manner
The written decision by U.S. District Judge Victor Marrero came after several individuals, including candidates for public office, sued.
5 years ago
Wolf to veto school sports bill; override attempt expected
The Wolf administration’s gathering limits apply to youth sports, but legislation that cleared the state House and Senate would empower schools to make their own rules.
5 years ago
On 75th anniversary of UN, its chief appeals for peace
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres made an appeal to preserve the longest period in modern history without a military confrontation between the world’s most powerful nations.
5 years ago
‘Follow your conscience’: In Philly, Biden calls on GOP to hold off on Supreme Court nominee
Speaking at the National Constitution Center, Biden tried to convince enough GOP senators to not vote for President Trump’s nominee to delay the process.
5 years ago
Evangelicals at base of Trump hopes for Pennsylvania repeat
It's a group that has often made the difference for Republicans on the Pa. ballot. And while some had misgivings about Trump in 2016, they helped him eke out a narrow win.
5 years ago
GOP senators confront past comments on Supreme Court vote
A look at what key Republican senators were saying in the past — and what they are saying now — about filling a seat on the Supreme Court during an election year.
5 years ago
AP source: Envelope addressed to White House contained ricin
The letter was intercepted at a government facility that screens mail addressed to the White House and President Donald Trump.
5 years ago
Philly to open 17 one-stop shops to make early voting easy and safe
At the satellite offices, you’ll be able to register, request a ballot, fill it out and securely return it all in one visit.
5 years ago
Are Philadelphians inspired by Biden? The answer could help decide who wins Pa.
Philadelphia is safe territory for Democrats. But the margin by which Joe Biden wins the city could make a significant difference in a close election.
5 years ago
N.J. towns burdened by pollution now have power to say ‘no’
Long sought by environmental justice advocates, new law gives locals ability to reject new developments.
5 years ago
Bill banning single-use plastic bags and more advances in N.J. Assembly
Legislation that comprehensively bans single-use plastic and paper bags along with foam products and plastic straws advanced in the New Jersey Assembly Thursday.
5 years ago
What I learned when Kamala Harris came to my block
Columnist Solomon Jones shares his thoughts on what it will take for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris to win the 2020 election.
5 years ago