Tim Walz Said He Was in Hong Kong in 1989 During Tiananmen. Not True.
Mr. Walz taught at a high school in China as part of a program sending American teachers abroad, but he did not actually travel to the country until August 1989.…
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Trump’s Consistent Message Online and Onstage: Be Afraid
Donald Trump has long used fear as a tool to stir up his conservative base. He’s taking his doomsday approach to a new extreme, predicting World War III and other…
Ohio Reaps Benefits From a Climate Law JD Vance Repeatedly Attacks
Former President Donald J. Trump has called for clawing back unspent funds included in the Inflation Reduction Act, President Biden’s landmark climate bill. That could have adverse impacts in Ohio.…
The Ghosts of Vice-Presidential Debates Past
The face-offs between the candidates on the bottom of the ticket have produced some standout moments. Here’s a look at the most memorable exchanges. Share full article The withering takedown…
What to Know About JD Vance and Project 2025
JD Vance has repeatedly tried to distance himself from the project, a conservative policy blueprint for a future Republican administration that has outraged Democrats. Share full article Senator JD Vance…
Biden to Sign Bill Allowing Chip Projects to Skirt Key Environmental Review
The legislation, which would weaken federal environmental reviews for certain semiconductor manufacturing projects, has divided Democrats. Listen to this article · 7:37 min Learn more Share full article 8 President…
U.S. Raises New Concerns Over Chinese Lending Practices
A Treasury official will call for greater transparency over emergency currency “swap” loans to struggling countries by China’s central bank. Listen to this article · 4:45 min Learn more Share…
Biden Expands Asylum Restrictions at the Southern Border
Biden administration officials have credited the policy for leading to the dramatic reduction in illegal crossings. Listen to this article · 4:12 min Learn more Share full article Immigrant advocates…
Fact-Checking Vance and Walz on the Campaign Trail
Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota has acted as attack dog for the Harris campaign, and Senator JD Vance of Ohio has stepped in to explain away former President Donald J.…
Vance Pitches Republican Megadonors on Eve of Debate
Senator JD Vance addressed some of the party’s biggest donors at a private sit-down before the American Opportunity Alliance. Share full article Senator JD Vance campaigning in mid-September in Eau…