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Coronavirus could Complicate Trump's Path to Reelection

By Jonathan Lemire, Nicholas Riccardi and Thomas Beaumont | Apr 17, 2020

The coronavirus is poised to reshape the political map, pummeling battleground states and alarming Republicans who see early signs of an election that could be a referendum on President Donald Trump's management of the crisis.

Leading in Pandemic Becomes Part of Audition for Biden's VP

By Sara Burnett and Bill Barrow | Apr 16, 2020

California Sen. Kamala Harris is raising money for presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden while speaking out about the disproportionate number of African Americans with COVID-19.

'Hold Your Nose and Vote:' Progressives Weigh Backing Biden

By Sara Burnett and Will Weissert | Apr 15, 2020

When Bernie Sanders didn't win the Democratic presidential nomination in 2016, Silvia Machado and Patrick Gibbons voted for Green Party candidate Jill Stein in protest.

Watch: Obama Endorses Biden, Says Former VP has 'Qualities We Need'

By Alexandra Jaffe, Julie Pace and Bill Barrow | Apr 14, 2020

Former President Barack Obama endorsed Joe Biden on Tuesday, giving the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee a boost from the party's biggest fundraiser and one of its most popular figures.

AP Source: Obama to Endorse Biden in Video on Tuesday

By Alexandra Jaffe and Julie Pace | Apr 14, 2020

Former President Barack Obama plans to endorse Joe Biden in a video on Tuesday, giving the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee a boost from the party's biggest fundraiser and one of its most popular figures.

Biden's Incremental Medicare Play For Bernie's Backers

By Julie Rovner | Apr 14, 2020

In one of his first proposals since becoming the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, Joe Biden is wading back into the roiling waters of health policy.

Voters Reject Trump's Pick in Chaotic Wisconsin Court Race

By Scott Bauer and Todd Richmond | Apr 14, 2020

The absentee-ballot-fueled victory by liberal Supreme Court candidate Jill Karofsky was a huge win for Democrats.

Trump Campaign Sues Wisconsin TV Station over Critical Ad

By Brian Slodysko | Apr 14, 2020

The ad by the Democratic super PAC Priorities USA features a series of soundbites in which Trump downplayed the threat, while a chart begins to shoot upward to show COVID-19's skyrocketing spread.

Trump Claims 'Total' Authority to Reopen Economy, Over Govs

By Jill Colvin, Zeke Miller and Geoff Mulvihill | Apr 13, 2020

President Donald Trump claimed the "total" authority Monday to decide how and when to reopen the economy after weeks of tough social distancing guidelines aimed at fighting the new coronavirus.

Bernie Sanders Endorses Former Rival Joe Biden for President

By Bill Barrow and Alexandra Jaffe | Apr 13, 2020

Bernie Sanders endorsed Joe Biden's presidential campaign on Monday, encouraging his progressive supporters to rally behind the presumptive Democratic nominee in an urgent bid to defeat President Donald Trump.

AP Fact Check: Trump's Misfires in Watchdog Attacks

By Hope Yen and Calvin Woodward | Apr 13, 2020

In firing one inspector general, sidelining another and assailing a third, President Donald Trump in recent days has put his aversion to agents of federal accountability on stark display.

Biden Beats Sanders to Win Alaska Democratic Primary

Apr 12, 2020

Joe Biden has won the Alaska Democrats' party-run presidential primary, beating Sen. Bernie Sanders days after Sanders suspended his campaign.

Woman Accuses Joe Biden of Sexual Assault in 1993

Apr 12, 2020

A woman filed a police report accusing presidential candidate Joe Biden of sexual assault in 1993.

Melania Trump is Having a Moment During Coronavirus Pandemic

By Darlene Superville | Apr 11, 2020

Melania Trump is having a moment in the midst of a pandemic.

Joe Biden's Next Big Decision: Choosing a Running Mate

By Bill Barrow | Apr 10, 2020

Joe Biden faces the most important decision of his five-decade political career: choosing a vice president.

Corona Victims? 'Bah, Humbug' Says Bill O'Reilly

Apr 9, 2020

Bill O'Reilly may be forgotten, but he's not yet gone and provided a taste this week of why he is so memorably obnoxious.

Biden vs. Trump: General Election Battle Is Now Set

By Steve Peoples | Apr 8, 2020

Barring unforeseen disaster, Joe Biden will represent the Democratic Party against President Donald Trump this fall, the former vice president's place on the general election ballot cemented Wednesday by Bernie Sanders' decision to end his campaign.

Sanders Drops 2020 Bid, Leaving Biden as Likely Nominee

By Will Weissert | Apr 8, 2020

Sen. Bernie Sanders, who saw his once strong lead in the Democratic primary evaporate as the party's establishment lined swiftly up behind rival Joe Biden, ended his presidential bid on Wednesday.

Isolation Doesn't Stop Randy Rainbow from Crooning, Mooning over 'Andy'

By Kilian Melloy | Apr 7, 2020

Isolating? Quarantining? Feeling grateful for Andrew Cuomo's mix of calm leadership, willingness to share the facts, and ability to project reassurance? Randy Rainbow is right there with you in his newest video.

Watch: 'Daily Show' Skewers 'Heroes of the Pandumbic'

By Robert Nesti | Apr 6, 2020

The Daily Show paid tribute to Fox News personalities and their coverage of COVID-19 over the past few weeks. Here are some lowlights.

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