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Politics & Policy

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
Politics

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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Christopher Wray
Elections
Government Accountability
Gun Violence

Trump rally gunman looked online for information about Kennedy assassination, FBI director says

FBI Director Christopher Wray said the gunman Googled the question, “How far away was Oswald from Kennedy?”

1 year ago

Solar panels
Energy
Environment
Pennsylvania

Federal dollars driving energy policy in Pennsylvania toward solar, hydrogen

Thanks to federal dollars, Pennsylvania is passing new energy bills that require bipartisan compromise. Carbon capture, solar investments, and more are on the table.

1 year ago

President Joe Biden addresses the nation from the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Wednesday, July 24, 2024, about his decision to drop his Democratic presidential reelection bid. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, Pool)
Elections
Government Accountability

Biden makes a case for his legacy — and for Harris to continue it — in Oval Office address

In a 10-minute address Wednesday, he delivered a solemn call to voters to defend the country’s democracy, saying doing so "is more important than any title.”

1 year ago

Patrick Yoes, National President, Fraternal Order of Police, right, listens as Colonel Christopher L. Paris, Commissioner, Pennsylvania State Police, left, responds to questions during a House Committee on Homeland Security hearing examining the assassination attempt of July 13, on Capitol Hill, Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)
Crime
Elections
National
Politics

Officers left post to look for Trump rally gunman before shooting, Pennsylvania State Police boss says

State Police Col. Christopher Paris' testimony before a congressional hearing Tuesday raises questions about whether a post was unattended as the gunman climbed on a roof.

1 year ago

Sunrise in Alaska
Elections
Energy
Environment

Why many scientists fear a second Trump term

Political interference was well documented across the government during the Trump administration.

1 year ago

Kamala Harris
Elections
Gender
Race & Ethnicity

‘We were built for this moment’: Black women rally around Kamala Harris

On Sunday night, an estimated 90,000 Black women and allies logged on to Zoom at the same time to support her brand-new presidential campaign.

1 year ago

Josh Shapiro with a class of children
Government Accountability
Home & Family
Kids
Pennsylvania
Spotlight PA

Why biz groups say tax credits aren’t enough to solve Pa.’s child care crisis

State lawmakers have passed and expanded tax credits aimed at making child care affordable. But business groups say more is needed to address a provider shortage.

1 year ago

Sen. Bob Menendez leaves federal court
Government Accountability
New Jersey
Politics

N.J. U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez will resign in August

Menendez’s resignation follow his conviction on federal bribery and corruption charges.

1 year ago

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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.

1 year 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
National
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.

1 year ago

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