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FILE - Vice President Kamala Harris, left, and second gentleman Doug Emhoff address staff at her campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Del., July 22, 2024. The nation's first second gentleman, Emhoff could become its first first gentlemen after November. Emhoff is used to traveling the country championing his wife and the Biden administration's accomplishments in his current job. But now that Harris is the presumptive Democratic nominee, those efforts have been thrust into the political spotlight like never before. (Erin Schaff/The New York Times via AP, Pool, File)
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Doug Emhoff would become the country’s first first gentleman if Kamala Harris wins presidency

Emhoff was born in Brooklyn and raised in New Jersey. He attended law school in California and gave up a job as an entertainment lawyer when Harris became vice president.

1 year ago

Philadelphia Temple, Drexel and UPenn students marched west on Market Street to the campus of the University of Pennsylvania to protest U.S. support of Israel in the Gaza war on April 25, 2024. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Elections
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Pennsylvania
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No Ceasefire No Vote campaign in Pa. pressures Harris, Dems on Gaza

Voters who pledge are withholding support from Kamala Harris barring a permanent ceasefire in Gaza or a promise to implement an arms embargo against Israel.

1 year ago

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Residential street
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Pennsylvania
Public Safety

Trump gunman’s hometown of Bethel Park reels after assassination attempt

The working-class town of about 30,000 just outside of Pittsburgh was rattled after learning the gunman came from their community.

1 year ago

Lieutenant Governor of Delaware Bethany Hall-Long had to revise campaign finance reports after questions arose over payments to her husband. (Saquan Stimpson for WHYY)
Delaware
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‘Her corruption is astounding’: Hall-Long opponents in Delaware gubernatorial primary say state report shows she’s unfit for office

The lieutenant governor countered that the elections chief won’t refer the findings for prosecution, and said some conclusions are incorrect.

1 year ago

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Kamala Harris speaking at a podium
Government Accountability
International

Harris says she ‘will not be silent’ about humanitarian toll in Gaza

In her remarks, which came after a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Harris also said she held an “unwavering commitment to Israel."

1 year ago

Josh Shapiro speaking at a podium
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Spotlight PA

Inside Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s support for private school vouchers

Shapiro, believed to be on Kamala Harris’ vice president shortlist, did not express public support for school vouchers until running for governor.

1 year ago

Former President Barack Obama, with President Joe Biden and Bill Clinton, participates in a fundraising event with Stephen Colbert at Radio City Music Hall, Thursday, March 28, 2024, in New York
Elections
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Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris, giving her expected but crucial support

Harris already has secured the public support of a majority of delegates to the Democratic National Convention, which begins Aug. 19 in Chicago.

1 year ago

Lieutenant Governor of Delaware Bethany Hall-Long had to revise campaign finance reports after questions arose over payments to her husband. (Saquan Stimpson for WHYY)
Delaware
Government Accountability
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‘Incomplete, inconsistent, often inaccurate’: Report finds Del. Lt. Gov. Bethany Hall-Long’s campaign reports broke the law

A former FBI chief issued a damning report, but the state elections chief says he won’t refer the gubernatorial candidate or her husband for criminal prosecution.

1 year ago

Former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords speaks during a campaign event for Vice President Kamala Harris, Thursday, July 25, 2024 in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Joe Lamberti)
Elections
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
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Gabrielle Giffords stumps for Kamala Harris in Philadelphia

The former Democratic congresswoman, who was wounded in a 2011 shooting in Arizona, spoke about gun violence at the Salt & Light church in Southwest Philly.

1 year ago

Kamala Harris at the airport
Elections
Pennsylvania

Harris is starting to vet potential running mates. Her initial list includes nearly a dozen names

Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro is among the possible candidates to be Kamala Harris' running mate.

1 year ago

Cherelle Parker
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Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker answers your questions

What has the mayor accomplished after six months in office and what’s still on the top of her to-do list? We discuss policing, violence, “clean, green, saver,” and more.

Air Date: July 25, 2024 12:00 pm

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The Delaware General Assembly in session at the Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware
Delaware
Government Accountability

‘Outrageous’: Open government group blasts Carney officials’ plan to limit embezzlement probe report to top lawmakers

A state worker’s theft of taxpayer funds last year wasn’t revealed until an exclusive report by WHYY News. Now only a handful of lawmakers will get more info.

1 year ago

Dozens of Trump supporters waved flags and signs by the side of the road in Doylestown on July 20, 2024. (Emily Neil/WHYY)
Elections
Pennsylvania
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Bucks County now has more registered Republicans than Democrats

In 2020, registered Democrats in the county numbered over 208,000, while Republicans topped out at around 198,000.

1 year ago

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Benjamin Netanyahu
Government Accountability
International

In fiery speech to Congress, Netanyahu vows ‘total victory’ in Gaza and denounces U.S. protesters

Netanyahu’s combative speech offered no sign that his visit to the U.S. could bring some progress in months of U.S.-led mediation for a cease-fire and hostage-release.

1 year ago

Workers put Harris campaign signs on a window
Elections
Philadelphia
Politics

Harris campaign has Philly Democrats reinvigorated

Democrats in Philly say Kamala Harris’ entry into the race brings new money, new enthusiasm and new volunteers to the race.

1 year ago

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