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Trump whips up crowd on eve of Democrats' big primary day
In a packed arena in Charlotte, Trump gleefully admitted 'trolling' the Democrats ahead of their big day of nominating contests in 14 states, including North Carolina.
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Trump is fourth US president to face impeachment as Democrats unveil charges
The effort to force Trump out of the White House faces long odds of success. At least 20 Senate Republicans would have to vote to remove him from office, and none so far have indicated they are considering such a move.
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Democrats publish articles of impeachment against Trump
In the formal legislative resolution, Trump is accused of abuse of power for withholding aid from Ukraine unless it announced investigations into his Democratic rivals.
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Democrat debate exposes divides despite united front on Trump
Biden proposes building on the existing Obamacare and adding an public option for health care, and "not make people choose."
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White House blocks US diplomat impeachment probe testimony
Ambassador to the European Union Gordon Sondland had voluntarily agreed to be deposed by House Democrats who were expected to press him about Trump's effort this year to pressure Ukraine into investigating a political rival, his lawyer said.
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Trump-Putin phone calls in US Democrats' sights - Schiff
The intelligence committee has reached an agreement with the whistleblower to appear before the panel, Schiff told ABC’s 'This Week'.
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Trump complains again of harassment after impeachment probe launched
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said in announcing the probe on Tuesday afternoon that Donald Trump had betrayed his oath of office by seeking help from Ukraine to hurt his Democratic rival Joe Biden.
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US House begins Trump impeachment inquiry over call to Ukraine leader
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced the inquiry after a closed-door meeting with Democratic lawmakers, saying Trump’s actions undermined national security and violated the US Constitution.
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Biden attacks Warren, Sanders over cost of healthcare plans in Democratic debate
Joe Biden was sharper and more aggressive than in either of the first two debates, when he came under frequent attack for his record on race and criminal justice during his long tenure in the US Senate.
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House Democrats lose bid to fast-track Trump tax return lawsuit
The lawsuit began what is widely expected to be a lengthy legal battle likely to end in the US Supreme Court.
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Israel bars visit by two US congresswomen after Trump call
Israel announced its decision shortly after Trump called on the country to bar the Democratic congresswomen.
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Democratic contenders condemn Trump for spreading Epstein conspiracy theories
The FBI and the Department of Justice’s Inspector General have opened investigations into the death of Epstein, who a source said had been taken off suicide watch.
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Biden and Harris do battle, face attacks in combative US Democratic debate
Democratic presidential front-runner Joe Biden and rival Kamala Harris battled over healthcare and came under attack from other candidates on their criminal justice records in a contentious and sometimes angry debate on Wednesday.
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Sanders and Warren defend progressive policies in US Democratic debate
Progressives argued their policies would excite voters and allow them to draw a distinct contrast to Trump.
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Trump rejects charges of racism after accusations of 'hate agenda'
Trump's diatribes ignited a storm of criticism and came less than two weeks after the House of Representatives condemned Trump for 'racist' comments targeting four first-term Democratic congresswomen who are from ethnic minorities.
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Trump disavows 'send her back' rally chant, many Republicans alarmed
The chanting was reminiscent of calls to “lock her up” during Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign against Democrat Hillary Clinton.
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Trump embraces political base as racial controversy rages
The president's appearance comes a day after he was censured by the House of Representatives for "racist" tweets targeting four first-term progressive lawmakers and use of hostile language targeting immigrants.
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Harris goes after Biden on race in US presidential debate
Joe Biden, who has faced heavy criticism for his recent comments saying he worked with segregationists decades ago to get things done in the US Senate, defended his record on civil rights.
