Ron Elving
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Week in politics: Matt Gaetz steps down, new cabinet picks
We look at Matt Gaetz removing himself from his nomination as Attorney General as well as a few of the cabinet nominations that President-elect Donald Trump announced on Friday night.
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Trump picks loyalists for top jobs, testing loyalty of Senate GOP
Nominees for several key Cabinet posts in the new administration of President-elect Trump caught officials in Washington off guard and ignited a firestorm of criticism — not all of it from Democrats.
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Week in politics: Trump's cabinet choices point to a different second term
We look at some of President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet nominations and how his choices might distinguish his second term from his first.
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The story of White House 'trophy terms' offers a cautionary tale
The lessons of history about second-term presidents and second-term Republicans in particular are not just the stuff of textbooks. They can offer guidance and perhaps even temper expectations.
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Week in politics: Will swing state campaigning worth it?
As the election enters its final days, former President Trump tries out another attention-getting gambit.
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Week in politics: Harris, Trump capmpaigns make stops in Texas
Kamala Harris is capitalizing on reports Donald Trump has fascist tendencies while he pushes back on the accusations.
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This year's 'October surprise' may be no surprise at all
It is not uncommon for political commentators to call a late-breaking story during a presidential election an "October surprise" — even when there is little evidence that it mattered all that much.
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Week in politics: Presidential race continues to be tied a month before the election
A month from Election Day, the presidential race looks to be a draw despite good economic news and major news events that would have upended past campaigns.
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VP debates may alter a close race’s dynamic even when they don't predict the winner
Vice presidential debates have produced many memorable moments, but it’s hard to say any has made a decisive difference in the election outcome. It’s worth recalling how much media heat and drama they have generated.
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Week in politics: GOP nominee's alleged online comments rock N.C. governor's race
Turmoil in the North Carolina gubernatorial race could have serious implications for the presidential race. Plus, Georgia poll workers may have to hand-count ballots in November.
