The House Oversight Committee, led by Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., is turning its recent scrutiny from President Biden to Vice President Kamala Harris’s running mate.
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U.S. consumer sentiment rises slightly on Democratic optimism over Harris’ presidential prospects
Since inflation struck more than three years ago, Americans have been feeling grumpy. As the November presidential election approaches, many blamed President Biden for higher prices.
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Bibles, cryptocurrency, Truth Social and gold bars: A look at Trump’s reported sources of income
The financial disclosures do not detail the former president’s business losses, making it impossible to determine how much of a profit any of his myriad holdings provides.
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Democrats walk tightrope as Golden shuns Harris
Some Democrats are disappointed that the congressman is refusing to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris but also want him to hold his 2nd Congressional District seat.
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Harris unveils populist policy agenda, with $6,000 credit for newborns
The vice president endorses government action on housing, groceries, medical debt, drugs and other issues.
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Kamala Harris to propose ban on ‘price gouging’ for food, groceries
The vice president’s policy approach is expected to largely mirror President Biden’s, with changes in rhetoric and some key aspects.
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These 6 House races – including Maine’s 2nd District – are ones to watch in this year’s election
National Republicans have tried before to unseat Maine’s 3-term Democratic incumbent Jared Golden. This time, they believe they’ve found the right candidate in Republican Austin Theriault, a state lawmaker and former NASCAR driver.
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Secret Service approves new plan for Trump to continue outdoor rallies
The campaign had paused outdoor events after an attacker shot their Republican nominee July 13.
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Rep. Jared Golden says he won’t endorse Harris for president
Golden has been hounded with questions from the media and criticism from Republicans about his reluctance to take a stand in the presidential election.
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Who paid to get Cornel West on Maine’s presidential ballot – and why?
One supporter said he was hired to collect signatures for the long-shot progressive candidate, but stopped because he believed it was part of Republican efforts to elect former President Donald Trump.