
Elections 2024
‘Exciting’: Pa. delegates, GOP pols react to former Trump critic as VP pick
Pennsylvania Republicans are reacting positively to Trump’s choice of J.D. Vance — a veteran, venture capitalist and one-time Trump critic — as his pick for vice president.
1 year ago
Listen 4:02Protesters rally peacefully at GOP convention for abortion and immigrant rights, end to war in Gaza
Hundreds of demonstrators, including some from the Philly-based Poor People’s Army, which organizes for economic justice, protested around the RNC in Milwaukee.
1 year ago
Who is J.D. Vance? Things to know about Donald Trump’s pick for vice president
Vance was a “never Trump” Republican in 2016, calling him “dangerous” and “unfit” for office. He's now one of Trump's fiercest allies.
1 year ago
‘An affront’: Delaware officials urge unity after assassination attempt at Trump rally
Some Delaware officials say they’re concerned about political violence. But others say it’s not a reason to isolate from dealing with the public.
1 year ago
Listen 1:04Trump announces J.D. Vance as VP pick
Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance was once a fierce critic of Trump but has since become one of his most reliable allies.
1 year ago
What to know about the Trump assassination attempt and its aftermath
The FBI is investigating the shooting as a potential act of domestic terrorism and questions abounded about how the gunman got so close in the first place.
1 year ago
RNC Day 1: Trump enters with a bandage over his ear, Vance tapped as VP pick
Trump and his allies face the nation during their four-day convention in Milwaukee unquestionably united and ready to “fight.”
1 year ago
Pa. at the RNC: What to expect at the convention in the wake of Trump assassination attempt
Carmen Russell-Sluchansky, WHYY News’ political reporter, joined “Morning Edition” host Jennifer Lynn to give voters a preview.
1 year ago
Listen 6:01An expected 67 Pa. delegates join the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee
Jim Worthington, chair of the Republican delegation to the Republican National Convention is one of delegates in Milwaukee.
1 year ago
Listen 6:01In prime-time address, Biden asks Americans to reject political violence and ‘cool it down’
The president said “we must never descend into violence,” condemning the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. He also said he is ordering a security review of the attack.
1 year ago
Gov. Shapiro says Pa. man killed at Trump rally was former fire chief who ‘died a hero’
Corey Comperatore died Saturday during an attempt to kill Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
1 year ago
What we know about the suspect in the assassination attempt on Donald Trump
Officials say bomb-making materials were found inside the vehicle and home of the suspected shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
1 year ago
What to know about Trump assassination attempt and the investigation into the shooting
The former president was showing off a chart of border crossings at his Pennsylvania rally when at least five shots were fired. The gunman and a rallygoer are dead.
1 year ago
Pa. officials condemn political violence in the wake of shooting at Trump rally
Elected officials on both sides of the aisle strongly condemned what they are calling an act of political violence.
1 year ago
Live updates: Trump says he is fine after apparent gunfire at Pa. rally
Follow WHYY News for ongoing live updates.
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