Judge Denies Trump’s Bid To Delay Hush Money Trial

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New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy drops Senate bid

New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy announced Sunday that she’ll withdraw from the Democratic Senate primary, likely paving the way for Democratic Rep. Andy Kim to secure the nomination. “After many busy, invigorating and, yes, challenging months, I am suspending my Senate campaign today,” Murphy said in a video posted to social media. “I’ve been… Continue reading New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy drops Senate bid

George Santos Breaks Up With GOP Ahead Of Post-Expulsion Bid For DC Return

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Virginia Democrats raise alarms that Gov. Glenn Youngkin could be building toward a national bid

Virginia Democrats are worried the national party isn’t doing enough to stop Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin, raising alarm bells that he could try to use wins on the state level to pull Virginia to the right and, potentially, mount a presidential bid. Chief among their worries is this fall’s legislative elections. Every single seat in… Continue reading Virginia Democrats raise alarms that Gov. Glenn Youngkin could be building toward a national bid

Judge: Trump Bid To Delay E. Jean Carroll Trial ‘Unpersuasive’

A federal judge issued a scathing 17-page opinion on Friday shutting down former President Donald Trump’s latest efforts to delay trial in writer E. Jean Carroll’s defamation case against him. The ruling from U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan in Manhattan came in response to a request from Trump to delay trial while he appeals an… Continue reading Judge: Trump Bid To Delay E. Jean Carroll Trial ‘Unpersuasive’

Jan 6 Charges Loom Over Connecticut Official’s Mayoral Bid

DERBY, Connecticut (AP) — A Connecticut alderman and mayoral candidate is pressing ahead with his campaign after being charged this week by federal prosecutors with illegally entering the U.S. Capitol during the riot on Jan. 6, 2021. Gino DiGiovanni Jr. was arraigned Tuesday on four federal misdemeanor charges, including entering and remaining in a restricted… Continue reading Jan 6 Charges Loom Over Connecticut Official’s Mayoral Bid

Damar Hamlin set to take next step in comeback bid in Bills’ preseason game

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Damar Hamlin has reached another major milestone in his return to football. The Bills safety was scheduled to play in Buffalo’s preseason opener against the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday. The game will mark the first time Hamlin has appeared in a competitive setting since going into cardiac arrest and needing to be… Continue reading Damar Hamlin set to take next step in comeback bid in Bills’ preseason game

Francis Suarez suggests he may drop 2024 bid if he doesn’t make the GOP debate

DES MOINES, Iowa — Miami Mayor Francis Suarez indicated Friday he would drop out of the race for the presidency if he doesn’t qualify for the first GOP primary debate.  “If you can’t meet the minimum thresholds, you shouldn’t be trying to take time and volume away from people that do,” he said during a… Continue reading Francis Suarez suggests he may drop 2024 bid if he doesn’t make the GOP debate

Joe Manchin to skip White House event as he considers 2024 bid against Biden

When President Joe Biden marks the first anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act next week with a major celebration at the White House, one prominent invited guest is not expected to be in the crowd.  The decision by Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia to skip the White House’s campaign-style affair highlighting the climate and… Continue reading Joe Manchin to skip White House event as he considers 2024 bid against Biden

Ron DeSantis replaces his campaign manager as he reboots his presidential bid

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is shaking up his campaign leadership, bringing in James Uthmeier, his longtime chief of staff, as his new presidential campaign manager, the latest move in a reset that is now almost a month in the making. Out is Generra Peck, who served as DeSantis’ campaign manager through his… Continue reading Ron DeSantis replaces his campaign manager as he reboots his presidential bid