The week in political news, from the newsmakers themselves
The election landscape shifts again: We hear politicians from the past week, in their own words.
Politics & Government
Longtime Michigan Senator Debbie Stabenow's seat is up for grabs
Early voting started in Michigan's primaries this weekend. A major question: Who will become the party nominees for the seat of retiring Democratic Sen. Debbie Stabenow?
Robert Menendez Elementary School will change its name after the senator's conviction
The New Jersey school will drop the Menendez name it adopted in 2013 now that the senator was found guilty of bribery.
Harris calls herself an underdog with momentum during a fundraiser speech
In her speech, Vice President Harris spoke boldly about the stakes of the presidential election, and brushed off Donald Trump's latest attacks against her.
A year after her speakership ending, Nancy Pelosi’s influence remains strong
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has had a historic career. Even after she stepped aside from party leadership, her influence remains strong.
Gamblers bet millions on Kamala Harris's VP pick
Gamblers have wagered hundreds of millions of dollars on who Vice President Kamala Harris will choose as her running mate.
Michigan voters who were unsure about Biden now face a different choice
We hear from voters in Michigan, a so-called "Blue Wall" state along with Wisconsin and Pennsylvania, who had been lukewarm on President Biden's reelection bid.
Trump almost won Minnesota in 2016. Could 2024 be the year the blue state flips?
Donald Trump and his vice presidential pick JD Vance campaign in Minnesota Saturday. The traditionally blue state may be competitive this year.
Week in politics: A presidential withdrawal, a historic week
From President Biden's announcement that he won't seek reelection to his Oval Office address, this week has been a historic one in presidential politics.
Trump tells Christian voters they 'won't have to vote anymore' if he's elected
Speaking at a gathering of religious conservatives, Donald Trump said if he's reelected, Christian-related concerns will be "fixed" so much so that they would no longer need to be politically engaged.