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August 10

California Gov. Newsom met with Texas House Democrats

Texas state Rep. John Bucy joins ABC News Live to discuss the Texas redistricting fight.
August 10
VIDEO: California Gov. Newsom met with Texas House Democrats
August 10

NATO Secretary General Rutte says Trump-Putin summit is about 'testing Putin'

Rutte also said Russia must acknowledge Ukraine's right to self-determination.
August 10
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte appears on "This Week" on Aug. 10, 2025.
August 10

'This Week' Transcript 8-10-25: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte & John Bolton

This is a rush transcript of "This Week" airing Sunday, August 10.
August 10
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte speaks to the press, on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., July 15, 2025.
August 09

Trump says he'll meet with Putin next Friday in Alaska

The US president set a deadline for Putin to agree to a ceasefire with Ukraine.
August 09
Donald Trump and Russia's President Vladimir Putin talk during the family photo session at the APEC Summit in Danang, Vietnam November 11, 2017.
August 09

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on “This Week" with Co-anchor Jonathan Karl

This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, August 10, 2025.
August 09
August 08

Trump directs military to prep possible use of force against drug cartels: Officials

One official said that any possible use of U.S. military assets is not imminent.
August 08
President Donald Trump waits to greet Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan at the White House, Aug. 8, 2025, in Washington.
August 08

Texas AG says he's filed suit to remove 13 absent state Democrats from office

Many Democrats remain outside Texas in the fight to stop the GOP redistricting.
August 08
The State Capitol is seen on August 06, 2025 in Austin, Texas.
August 08

Trump says he will meet with Putin 'very shortly'

Trump answered reporters' questions on Friday while hosting the prime minister of the Republic of Armenia and the president of the Republic of Azerbaijan for a peace summit at the White House.
August 08
VIDEO: Trump says he will meet with Putin 'very shortly'
August 08

Texas state lawmaker on redistricting fight

Rep. Chris Turner, a Democrat, reacts to the Texas House failing again to reach a quorum due to Democrats not showing up for a vote on the controversial redistricting plan proposed by Republicans.
August 08
VIDEO: Texas state lawmaker on redistricting fight
August 08

Texas House again fails to reach quorum amid Democrats' protest

Texas Democrats again defied Republican Gov. Greg Abbott and the state GOP and did not show up Friday for a vote on the controversial redistricting plan proposed by Republicans.
August 08
VIDEO: Texas House again fails to reach quorum amid Democrats' protest
August 08

Texas Democrats face Republican deadline to stop standoff or face consequences

Tony Plohetski, an investigative reporter at the Austin American-Statesman, discusses how Texas Democrats are preparing for another day of defiance against Gov. Greg Abbott and the state GOP.
August 08
VIDEO: Texas Democrats face Republican deadline to stop standoff or face consequences
August 08

DOJ issues subpoenas to NY AG Letitia James, including over Trump fraud case: Sources

A spokesperson for James called them a "weaponization of the justice system."
August 08
New York Attorney General Letitia James speaks during a news conference outside Manhattan federal court in New York on Feb. 14, 2025.
August 08

DOJ issues subpoenas to Letitia James: Sources

Federal prosecutors have issued subpoenas to New York Attorney General Letitia James inquiring about her office's civil fraud case against President Donald Trump, sources told ABC News.
August 08
VIDEO: DOJ issues subpoenas to Letitia James: Sources
August 08

Trump warns courts not to block tariffs

KPMG Chief Economist Diane Swonk breaks down the fallout from President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs, which took effect Thursday.
August 08
Trump warns courts not to block tariffs
August 08

Trump picks Stephen Miran, key ally, to fill Fed Reserve seat temporarily

President Trump announced that Stephen Miran, the current Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisors, will temporarily fill the Federal Reserve seat being vacated by Fed Governor Adriana D. Kugler.
August 08
VIDEO: Trump picks Stephen Miran, key ally, to fill Fed Reserve seat temporarily
August 08

Trump declines to recommit to Aug. 8 as ceasefire deadline for Putin

President Donald Trump said Russia's Vladimir Putin doesn't have to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in order for him and Putin to meet.
August 08
VIDEO:  Trump declines to recommit to Aug. 8 as ceasefire deadline for Putin
August 08

GOP Texas map has Austin residents sharing district with rural Texans 300 miles away

It would "suppress the votes of Black and brown Austinites," one Democrat said.
August 08
Texas 2025 Congressional map draft, congressional district 11 and 37
August 08

Trump administration weighs value of Putin summit: ANALYSIS

The White House quickly shifted away from its preconditions for the meeting.
August 08
President Donald Trump in Turnberry, Scotland, July 28, 2025 and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, July 27, 2025.
August 07

White House pushes back on claims that Trump and Putin are set to meet soon

The White House previously said President Putin must meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a meeting with Trump to occur -- something the Kremlin has not been willing to commit to.
August 07
VIDEO: White House pushes back on claims that Trump and Putin are set to meet soon
August 07

Anita Dunn defends Biden's mental fitness in GOP House committee grilling

His senior adviser testified Biden "made all of the important decisions."
August 07
Anita Dunn, senior adviser to President Joe Biden, departs the White House, Jan. 23, 2024, in Washington, D.C.
August 07
Sen. John Cornyn leaves a senate luncheon in the U.S. Capitol, June 3, 2025.
August 07

'Hacker-volunteers' set to help water utilities with cybersecurity

The announcement was made at the DEF CON hacker convention in Las Vegas.
August 07
August 07

'I am Trump in high heels': Rep. Nancy Mace seeks Trump endorsement at town hall

"I would really like his support for governor," Mace told the crowd of Trump.
August 07
Rep. Nancy Mace speaks a town hall, Aug. 6, 2025, in Myrtle Beach, S.C.
August 07

Rep. Jeffries on Texas redistricting battle

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries weighed in on the Texas redistricting battle, plus, the rising cost of living and risk of a potential government shutdown.
August 07
VIDEO: Rep. Jeffries on Texas redistricting battle
August 07

Judge temporarily blocks further construction of 'Alligator Alcatraz'

U.S. District Judge Kathleen Mary Williams granted a temporary restraining order after two days of testimony about the environmental impact of the site.
August 07
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August 07

Does Gov. Abbott have the power to remove Democratic lawmakers?

Legal experts ABC News spoke with questioned whether he has legal grounds
August 07
Texas Governor Greg Abbott in Hunt, Texas, July 8, 2025 and Democratic Texas Rep. Gene Wu in Warrenville, Illinois, Aug. 4, 2025.
August 07

How gerrymandering has reshaped the political map for red and blue states

Some states have taken actions to rein in partisanship in redistricting.
August 07
People protest against the recently introduced redistricting legislation during an emergency march and picket rally outside of the Governor's Mansion on August 04, 2025 in Austin, Texas.
August 07

Will Schwarzenegger be the latest voice to weigh in on Texas redistricting?

Schwarzenegger is "monitoring the situation" in Texas, a spokesperson said.
August 07
In this Oct. 15, 2008, file photo, California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger addresses a Yes on Proposition 11 press conference that was also attended by New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, seen just left of the governor, in front of the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce in Los Angeles.
August 07

Trump orders new census excluding undocumented immigrants

President Donald Trump on Thursday demanded a new census well before the end of the decade excluding undocumented immigrants.
August 07
Video: Trump orders new census excluding undocumented immigrants
August 07

Rep. Nancy Mace holds 1st town hall since launching SC governor bid

Rep. Mace held her first town hall in Myrtle Beach on Wednesday, part of her "The Mother of All Town Halls" series.
August 07
Rep. Mace held her first town hall in Myrtle Beach on Wednesday, part of her "The Mother of All Town Halls" series.
August 07

FBI granted request to locate fleeing Texas House Democrats, Sen. Cornyn says

Sen. John Cornyn said that FBI Director Kash Patel has granted his request for the government to assist with locating Texas House Democrats who fled the state in protest of GOP redistricting efforts.
August 07
VIDEO: FBI granted request to locate fleeing Texas House Democrats, Sen. Cornyn says
August 07

Trump orders new census excluding undocumented immigrants

The president attempted to do the same in his first term.
August 07
President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, Aug. 6, 2025.
August 07

How RFK Jr. is 'copy and pasting' left-leaning food laws into deep-red states

Ten GOP states have taken steps to regulate food since RFK Jr. took office.
August 07
Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. speaks during a press conference at HHS headquarters in Washington, DC, on July 29, 2025.
August 07

WH trade advisor Peter Navarro defends tariff policy ahead of deadline

ABC News’ Gio Benitez discusses the latest tariff and policy decisions from the White House with President Trump’s trade advisor, Peter Navarro, saying the president is leveling the playing field.
August 07
VIDEO: WH trade advisor Peter Navarro defends tariff policy ahead of deadline
August 06

Active shooter drills at US military bases have become routine

Military bases have seen several mass shootings over the last two decades.
August 06
A sign outside the main gate of Fort Stewart, Georgia, Aug. 6, 2025.
August 06

A Trump-Putin meeting could happen as soon as next week, White House official says

White House special envoy Steve Witkoff met with Putin in Moscow on Wednesday.
August 06
President Donald Trump in Turnberry, Scotland, July 28, 2025 and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, July 27, 2025.
August 06

Trump, Apple announce additional $100B investment in domestic manufacturing

President Donald Trump and Apple CEO Tim Cook announced a $100 billion investment to expand domestic manufacturing, including building new U.S. factories to produce iPhones.
August 06
VIDEO: Trump, Apple announce additional $100B investment in domestic manufacturing
August 06

Texas Gov. Abbott claims FBI is going to search for Texas House Democrats

The House special session is set to meet again Friday to attempt a third quorum.
August 06
Texas Governor Greg Abbott in Hunt, Texas, July 8, 2025 and Democratic Texas Rep. Gene Wu in Warrenville, Illinois, Aug. 4, 2025.
August 06

Texas Rep. Marc Veasey weighs in on Democrats' redistricting fight

The redistricting battle in Texas continues to escalate as Republican Gov. Greg Abbott urged the state Supreme Court to remove the chairman of the Texas House Democratic caucus.
August 06
VIDEO: Texas Rep. Marc Veasey weighs in on Democrats' redistricting fight
August 06

GOP Texas state rep says voters 'deserve bold conservative leadership'

Texas lawmaker Brian Harrison joins ABC News Live to weigh in on the redistricting showdown in Texas.
August 06
VIDEO: GOP Texas state rep says voters 'deserve bold conservative leadership'
August 06

Vance expected to host Epstein strategy dinner with Bondi, Blanche, Patel

Officials are considering releasing the Ghislaine Maxwell interview transcript.
August 06
Vice President JD Vance delivers remarks on the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" at Don's Machine Shop in West Pittston, Penn., on July 16, 2025.
August 06

Texas Democrats staying in Illinois evacuated over bomb threat

Authorities say no device was found and an investigation is ongoing.
August 06
The Q Center hotel in St. Charles, Illinois evacuated over report of a bomb threat on August, 6, 2025.
August 06

Texas Democrats staying in Illinois evacuated over bomb threat

Texas Democrats staying in Illinois were evacuated from their hotel on Wednesday morning over a potential bomb threat, authorities said.
August 06
VIDEO: Texas Democrats staying in Illinois evacuated over bomb threat
August 06

Beto O'Rourke's group helping front costs of bolting Texas House Democrats

Members are racking up bills from travels to remain outside of state boundaries.
August 06
Beto O'Rourke speaks during a rally to protest against redistricting hearings at the Texas Capitol, Thursday, July 24, 2025, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
August 06

Texas lawmakers have walked out before

Gov. Greg Abbott's threats to arrest Democratic lawmakers are not unprecedented.
August 06
Texas Democratic state Rep. Ramon Romero Jr. speaks during a press conference held by Texas Democratic lawmakers after leaving the state to deny Republicans the quorum needed to redraw Texas' 38 congressional districts, in Aurora, Ill., Aug. 5, 2025.
August 06

Republicans step up pressure on Texas Democrats in redistricting fight

ABC News’ Linsey Davis is joined by Republican state Rep. Briscoe Cain, who weighs in on the now intensified Texas redistricting battle after the legislature fails to reach quorum again.
August 06
VIDEO: Republicans step up pressure on Texas Democrats in redistricting fight
August 05

Trump asked if Vance is 'heir' to the MAGA movement

When asked if he thinks that the "heir" to the MAGA movement is Vice President JD Vance, President Donald Trump said he is "doing a great job" and that he would be "probably favored at this point."
August 05
VIDEO: Trump asked if Vance is 'heir' to the MAGA movement
August 05

Federal Aviation Administration looks to expand drone package delivery

"The rules are going to completely change in the way that drone use is going to be approved," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Tuesday.
August 05
"The rules are going to completely change in the way that drone use is going to be approved," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Tuesday.
August 05

House Oversight chair issues subpoenas for Epstein files

House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer has issued a number of new subpoenas — including one to the Department of Justice for the complete Jeffrey Epstein files.
August 05
VIDEO: House Oversight chair issues subpoenas for Epstein files
August 05

What's at stake as Republicans aim to pick up 5 House seats

President Donald Trump on Tuesday claimed Republicans are "entitled to five more seats" in Texas, where a redistricting battle is playing out among state lawmakers.
August 05
VIDEO: What's at stake as Republicans aim to pick up 5 House seats