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Election 2024, Nation & World, Politics

Trump backs plan that would give Elon Musk broad role in U.S. policymaking

by Marianne LeVine, Jeff Stein and Trisha Thadani The Washington Post September 5, 2024September 5, 2024

The Republican presidential nominee is endorsing a commission that could give Musk responsibilities for auditing federal spending and regulations.

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Gordon L. Weil: This election, swing voters are the key

by Gordon L. Weil Guest column September 5, 2024September 5, 2024

“It don’t mean a thing, if you ain’t got that swing.” Title of an old popular song. It could be the theme song of this year’s presidential election. And it may be the key to a big win for Kamela Harris, not the expected close election. Instead of barely scraping by, as the pundits and […]

Election 2024, New England, Politics

Harris touts small-business agenda in New Hampshire as debate nears

by Toluse Olorunnipa The Washington Post September 4, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris aims an appeal at moderate and Republican voters who may be turned off by Donald Trump.

Election 2024, Nation & World, News, Politics

Republican Liz Cheney says she will vote for Kamala Harris this election

by Maegan Vazquez The Washington Post September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

‘Because of the danger that Donald Trump poses, not only am I not voting for Donald Trump, but I will be voting for Kamala Harris,’ Cheney said Wednesday at Duke University.

Election 2024, Nation & World, News, Politics

That photo of people wearing ‘Nebraska Walz’s for Trump’ shirts? They’re distant cousins

by STEVE KARNOWSKI Associated Press September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

The vice presidential nominee’s sister says she doesn’t recognize the subjects of the viral photo, which caught the attention of former President Donald Trump.

Election 2024, Nation & World, News, Politics

U.S. accuses Russia of using state media to spread disinformation before November election

by ERIC TUCKER, DAVID KLEPPER and MATTHEW LEE Associated Press September 4, 2024September 4, 2024

The Biden administration on Wednesday announced criminal charges, the seizure of internet domains and other sanctions related to Russian disinformation efforts.

Election 2024, Local & State, Politics

Trump made frequent stops in Maine during past campaigns. Will any candidates visit this year?

by Rachel Ohm September 4, 2024September 17, 2024

The Republican made 5 trips to the state in 2016 and ended up splitting Maine’s electoral votes for the first time. This year’s efforts have been much quieter, though that could change.

Election 2024, Health, Local & State, Politics

Pingree campaigns for Harris by contrasting her health care plans with Trump’s

by Joe Lawlor September 3, 2024September 3, 2024

The 1st District Democrat says a second Trump presidency would result in cuts to Medicare and Medicaid, more attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act, and a potential national abortion ban.