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The top 10 GOP presidential candidates for 2024, ranked

Pence edges up the list as he places a big Georgia bet against Trump — one that seems likely to pay off.

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GOP Gov Hutchinson says 2024 presidential bid 'on the table'

Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson says he is weighing a presidential run in 2024 and his decision won’t be affected by whether former President Donald Trump decides to join the race.

Iowa GOP open to non-Trump prospects as 2024 gets underway

Former Vice President Mike Pence, meanwhile, is expected to visit the heart of conservative western Iowa this weekend. Pompeo, who wrapped up a two-day trip in western Iowa last week, has been a regular visitor, appearing at local, county and state GOP meetings across the state. Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, the 2016 Iowa GOP caucus winner, has also visited, and endorsed candidates for Congress. Despite the activity, it's unclear that anyone visiting the state is gaining much traction among Iowa GOP activists at this early stage. That same month, during Trump's most recent appearance in Iowa, he drew tens of thousands to the Iowa State Fairgrounds, where he endorsed Iowa Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley, who is seeking an eighth term.

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Iowa GOP open to non-Trump prospects as 2024 gets underway

Former President Donald Trump’s persistent flirtation with another White House run is doing little to discourage other potential Republican candidates from stepping up their activity in Iowa, the state that will formally launch the nomination process.

Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has book out this fall

Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has a book coming this fall that covers his years in the Trump administration and, according to his publisher, offers “unvarnished appraisals of the deals made and characters encountered along the way.”.

Anti-Trump Republicans lining up for 2024 shadow primary

A shadow primary has begun to take shape among no fewer than three fierce Republican critics of former President Donald Trump to determine who's best positioned to occupy the anti-Trump lane in the next presidential contest.

US and 10 countries condemn North Korean missile launch

The United States and 10 other countries are condemning North Korea’s latest ballistic missile launch and urging the U.N. Security Council to act.

Russian tank column refuels east of Kyiv ahead of expected push toward capital

CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports on the latest Russian troop movements inside Ukraine.

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The top 10 GOP presidential candidates for 2024, ranked

Our quarterly rankings of the 10 people most likely to be the next GOP nominee.

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Harris on Ukraine: World at 'a decisive moment in history'

Vice President Kamala Harris says the world has arrived at “a decisive moment in history” as the Biden administration warns that a Russian invasion of Ukraine in the coming days is highly likely.

Granholm announces $3M for net-zero carbon research at HBCUs

U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm has announced that $3 million in federal funding will be directed toward historically Black colleges and universities.

Nikki Haley Blasts American-Born Skier Competing for China at Beijing Olympics

Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations blasted American-born skier Eileen Gu for competing for China at the Winter Olympics.

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Granholm to tour nuclear program at South Carolina HBCU

Biden Clean Energy FILE - Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm speaks during a press briefing at the White House, Nov. 23, 2021, in Washington. On Thursday, Granholm is set to tour the nuclear engineering program at South Carolina State University, officials told The Associated Press. The South Carolina trip also features a roundtable discussion between Granholm and HBCU leaders, as well as a visit to Clemson University’s Wind Test Facility, which tests wind turbine drivetrains. South Carolina State is the only HBCU in the country to offer a four-year nuclear engineering program. Ambassador and South Carolina Gov.

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Granholm to tour nuclear program at South Carolina HBCU

U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm is visiting a historically Black university in South Carolina this week to tout what the Biden administration says is a commitment to funding nuclear engineering at such institutions.

Clarification: Georgia-Senate-Walker story

In a story published Feb. 10, 2022, The Associated Press reported that U.S. Senate candidate Herschel Walker’s therapist, Jerry Mungadze, holds a doctorate in philosophy.

Peloton encounters bumpy path forward after pandemic-related boom

The workout equipment company is dealing with a slow in sales after pandemic booms combined with negative portrayals in TV shows.

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Truck protest jams up Detroit to Canada bridge

A truck-convoy protest caused long traffic backups Monday along the Ambassador Bridge, the busiest border crossing between Canada and the US. The bridge connects Detroit to Windsor, Ontario. (Feb. 8)

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Hong Kong to introduce vaccine pass in strictest Covid curbs to date

Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam says a vaccine pass system will enter into force on February 24, with people required to show proof of vaccination to enter various public places including restaurants, shopping malls and schools. Lam announces gatherings in private premises will now be limited to two families -- the first time Hong Kong has applied restrictions to homes.

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Italy cracks down on the unvaccinated with strict travel and mask requirements

Italian citizens are divided about the country's strict COVID-19 protocols. Chris Livesay travels to Venice to see how the restrictions impact unvaccinated locals and why some of them have to take boats to get around.

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North Korean youth dance to mark 74th year of military's founding

North Korean youths and students dance to mark the 74th anniversary of the founding of the Korean People's Army.

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High-stakes diplomacy over Ukraine in both Washington, D.C. and Moscow

A day of high-stakes diplomacy in Washington and Moscow failed to break the deadlock over Ukraine. President Biden warned a crucial natural gas pipeline from Russia to Germany would not be allowed to open, if Russian forces invade. Ed O’Keefe has the latest from the White House.

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Growing public outrage in Mexico as journalists are targeted and killed

At least four reporters were murdered in Mexico in January, making it the deadliest month for journalists there in nearly a decade. Last year, the country saw nine journalists killed. CBS News’ Enrique Acevedo joins “CBS News Mornings” from Tijuana with more.

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Truck Mob Invades Ottawa

Thousands of truckers have brought Ottawa, the capital of Canada, to a freeze as they protest against COVID-19 vaccines at the borders.

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Israel troops kill three Palestinians in West Bank raid

People inspect a bullet-riddled car belonging to three Palestinians killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank city of Nablus

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MoneyWatch: Shake-up at Peloton, airlines announce merger and regulators look for "junk fee" crackdown

The CEO of Peloton is stepping down and the company is cutting jobs, while low-cost airlines Spirit and Frontier are merging. And CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss how U.S. federal regulators are looking to reel in hidden "junk fees" that cost Americans billions of dollars a year. .

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WorldView: Canada cracks down on anti-vaccine protesters

Police in Canada's capital Ottawa have seized thousands of liters of fuel and removed an oil tanker as part of a crackdown to end an 11-day protest against COVID-19 measures. And the pandemic is slowing down the race to replace President Rodrigo Duterte in the Philippines. Correspondent Rylee Carlson joins "CBS News Mornings" with a roundup of international stories.

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Eye Opener: States announce changes to school mask mandates

Multiple states are expected to announce changes to indoor masking requirements at schools as COVID-19 infections decline. Also, President Biden threatens a key part of Russia’s economy. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.

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Black-owned soul food spots in Buffalo to check out during Black History Month

In a city known for good neighbors and good food, the options are endless. If you're looking to support Black-owned businesses and get some soul food during Black History Month, here's some help.

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Climate change fuels drop in Albania's migrant birds

Waterbird numbers in Albania's Divjaka-Karavasta wetlands fell 25 percent between January 2021 and January 2022

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Nikki Haley's Clueless New Trump Defense Trashed On Twitter

The former U.N. ambassador under Trump seems to have forgotten all about one of the ex-president's best-known tendencies.

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Beijing skies clear after long air pollution drive

This blue sky greeting Olympic athletes in Beijing this month is a stark change from just a decade ago when the city's choking air pollution was dubbed an "airpocalypse" and blamed for scaring off tourists. (Feb. 8)

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Billionaire space explorer among top 50 US donors

Billionaire Jared Isaacman made history when he chartered the first civilian space flight. His Inspiration4 mission raised $243 million for a children's hospital and helped land him on the Chronicle of Philanthropy's list of top 50 donors.  (Feb. 8)

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Snowy sidewalks: here's when you might see a new snow plan and how you can share your concerns

Buffalo residents must shovel sidewalks and bus stops if they own property next to them. This is not the case in Rochester or Syracuse, where the city helps out.

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Cyclone Batsirai devastates already struggling Madagascar

People across Madagascar were still rebuilding from a January tropical storm, while facing drought and famine, when a cyclone struck the island in early February, killing at least 20 people.

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Exposing Jan. 6 committee's unprecedented power grab

Rep. Jim Banks tells 'The Ingraham Angle' this is a sham investigation, the committee is treating it like a criminal investigation.

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Nikki Haley calls out Pence for saying Trump was "wrong" about overturning 2020 election

Nikki Haley told Fox News on Monday she believed Mike Pence "did what he thought was right" when the then-vice president certified the results of the last presidential election.Yes, but: The former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations took issue with Pence saying last week that former President Trump is "wrong" to claim that he could have overturned the results.Get market news worthy of your time with Axios Markets. Subscribe for free.What she's saying: "Mike Pence is a good man. He’s an honest

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Build-A-Bear launches adult-friendly 'After Dark' collection for Valentine's Day

Build-A-Bear makes customers confirm they're at least 18 years old or older before viewing items in the adult collection.

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Nikki Haley says Biden should 'step down and take Kamala with him' because the US looks 'weak' on foreign policy heading into the Beijing Olympics

If "we get past these Olympics and we still look weak," China will "do whatever they want because they can," Haley said in a Fox News radio interview.

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Russia and China block new UN sanctions on 5 North Koreans

Russia and China have blocked the U.N. Security Council from imposing sanctions on five North Korean officials in response to Pyongyang’s recent ballistic missile tests

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Sen. Tim Scott memoir 'America' coming out in August

Sen. Tim Scott has a memoir out this summer that he says will explain the two words that have shaped his life: hope and redemption.

Scott creates MLK Day videos, hopes to rebut Biden speech

The U.S. Senate’s only Black Republican is putting forth what he characterizes as a positive response to partisan rhetoric on race that he’s best-positioned to rebut.

Top Republicans mark Jan. 6 with silence, deflection

Just a year ago, many Republicans joined Democrats in reacting with horror to the Capitol insurrection.

Biden to be in South Carolina for 1st time since primary win

President Joe Biden is returning to South Carolina, the state that played a pivotal role in his march to the Democratic presidential nomination and the White House.

Pence navigates Trump's shadow during New Hampshire visit

Former Vice President Mike Pence visited early-voting New Hampshire, where he delivered a speech railing against President Joe Biden’s handling of the economy, schmoozed with local activists, dropped by holiday parties, shopped at a local bakery and raised money for state Republicans.

Haley: Diversifying puts GOP in best position to lead

“It’s a message of hope, a message of faith — faith in ourselves and our country. The potential 2024 presidential contender and former South Carolina governor received the Nathan Hale Patriot Award, an honor that comes along with a replica Revolutionary War musket. Haley — whose parents immigrated to South Carolina from India — has been tapped by the Republican Party in an effort to showcase diversity within its ranks. Since then, Haley has written a memoir, set up a political action committee, weighed into down-ballot campaigns and visited early-voting states. Pressed by The Associated Press on that question in April, Haley committed to sitting it out if Trump seeks a second term.

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Haley receives GOP group's highest award at The Citadel

Election 2024 Nikki Haley FILE - Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley speaks with reporters after a campus tour of South Carolina State University on April 12, 2021, in Orangeburg, S.C. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard) (Meg Kinnard)CHARLESTON, S.C. — (AP) — Former U.S. The potential 2024 presidential contender and former South Carolina governor received the Nathan Hale Patriot Award, an honor that comes along with a replica Revolutionary War musket. Haley — whose parents immigrated to South Carolina from India — has been tapped by the Republican Party in an effort to showcase diversity within its ranks. Her speech in accepting the award marked her first public comments in South Carolina since leaving her post at the U.N., where she served the Trump administration from 2017 to 2019.

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Haley to receive GOP group's highest award at The Citadel

Election 2024 Nikki Haley FILE - Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley speaks with reporters after a campus tour of South Carolina State University on April 12, 2021, in Orangeburg, S.C. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard) (Meg Kinnard)CHARLESTON, S.C. — (AP) — Former U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley is being feted Thursday night at The Citadel, where a Republican group is making her the first woman to receive its highest honor. Haley, a potential 2024 presidential contender and a former South Carolina governor, will receive the Nathan Hale Patriot Award, an honor that comes along with a replica Revolutionary War musket. Pressed by The Associated Press on that question in April, Haley committed to sitting it out if Trump seeks a second term.

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Haley: Diversifying puts GOP in best position to lead

Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley is drawing on her native South Carolina’s struggles with racist violence during her time as governor, arguing Thursday that the Republican Party is best positioned to lead the country alongside a continued diversification of its ranks.

China, Russia urge UNSC to end key sanctions on North Korea

China and Russia are urging the U.N. Security Council to end a host of sanctions against North Korea including a ban on exports of seafood and textiles, a cap on imports of refined petroleum products and a prohibition on its citizens working overseas and sending home their earnings.

Miami mayor seeks 2nd term as he raises national profile

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez is hoping to easily secure a second term Tuesday.

In Virginia, McAuliffe brings big names, Youngkin goes solo

Democrat Terry McAuliffe has brought out the biggest names in Democratic politics as he’s tried to maintain his edge in Virginia’s hotly contested gubernatorial race.

Haley, Scott, Rubio advising group pushing for GOP diversity

Its goal is “prioritizing electing more women, as well as candidates from communities of color and diverse backgrounds.”The effort aims to use former state-level politicians who ascended to higher office to serve as mentors for up-and-coming GOP leaders. Several in the group have already been put forth as the next generation of leaders for the GOP. Rubio — endorsed by both Haley and Scott in his 2016 presidential campaign — has recently met with Republicans in Iowa, although he demurred on any future presidential bid, saying he's focused on his 2022 Senate race. Both Haley and Scott have been making the rounds through the early-voting states and high-profile GOP gatherings, including Haley's speech this week at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. Last year, both South Carolinians had prime speaking slots at the Republican National Convention, marking their places as possible GOP leaders in a future presidential cycle.

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Haley, Scott, Rubio advising group pushing for GOP diversity

A group intent on expanding Republican power across state-level offices is rolling out a national effort to diversify and broaden the GOP, with an advisory council headed up by a number of possible future presidential hopefuls.

Cotton, Haley Say U.S. Reputation Underwater after Biden’s UN General Assembly Speech

After President Biden's address before the United Nations General Assembly Tuesday, Senator Tom Cotton and former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley rebuked his message, which they argue irreparably damaged America's international reputation and credibility.

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Donald Trump Accuses Former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley Of Hypocrisy

“Well, every time she criticizes me, she uncriticizes [sic] me about 15 minutes later,” the former president told Vanity Fair.

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Transcript: Nikki Haley on "Face the Nation," August 22, 2021

The following is a transcript of an interview with former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley that aired on Sunday, August 22, 2021, on "Face the Nation."

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Transcript: Nikki Haley on "Face the Nation"

The following is a transcript of an interview with former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley that aired on Sunday, August 22, 2021, on "Face the Nation."

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Nikki Haley faults Biden for "embarrassing failure" in Afghanistan

"This was a complete and total surrender," Haley said.

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This week on "Face the Nation," August 22: Haley, Crocker, Hogan, Gottlieb

Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley, Former U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan Ryan Crocker, and more appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"

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Noem to headline GOP event in early-voting South Carolina

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, possibly mulling a 2024 White House bid, is making her debut in South Carolina next month — an introductory step in the first Southern state to cast Republican-primary votes for president. Noem will speak Aug. 23 at the “Faith & Freedom BBQ” in Anderson, the event's host, U.S. Rep. Jeff Duncan, told The Associated Press on Friday. According to Duncan, who represents South Carolina's 3rd District, the event is the state's largest annual gathering of Republicans.

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Donald Trump just gave Nikki Haley something to worry about

Haley and the others who performed poorly in the recent Conservative Political Action Conference’s (CPAC) presidential straw poll in Dallas have to face the present GOP they helped create, The State Editorial Board writes.

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Trump calls out ex-ally Nikki Haley in new book. But is GOP really creating distance?

In the past few months, Nikki Haley has taken to the campaign trail for a handful of Republican candidates, including South Carolina’s Tim Scott.

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South Dakota's Noem taking swings at potential 2024 rivals

Long before the first presidential nomination contest of 2024, most potential Republican candidates are just getting a sense of the political landscape, tiptoeing through early-voting states and trying to make friends in key places.

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Nikki Haley calls on 'every governor' in US to ban funding for critical race theory in public schools

Former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley is calling on "every governor" in the United States to "ban" the funding of critical race theory instruction in public schools.

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Mike Pompeo to headline SC GOP’s annual fundraiser, raising presidential suspicions

Mike Pompeo will headline the South Carolina Republican Party’s annual fundraiser this month, once again elevating suspicions the former U.S. secretary of state and CIA director is carving out a path to run for president in 2024.

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Pompeo to headline GOP dinner in early-voting South Carolina

Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is set to keynote the signature fundraiser for the Republican Party in South Carolina.

SC Senate approves McMaster’s commerce appointment. Here’s what the new chief promises

Harry Lightsey will succeed Secretary Bobby Hitt, who led the Cabinet agency since 2011 when he was first appointed by former Gov. Nikki Haley.

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'It definitely feels early': GOP's long race to 2024 begins

The midterms are more than a year away, and there are 1,225 days until the next presidential election. Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas is slated to visit on Tuesday, and others, including Pence, South Dakota Gov. “It definitely feels early, but it doesn’t feel like it's a bad idea based on the situation," said Mike DuHaime, a longtime Republican strategist. Many of Trump's supporters continue to blame Pence for Trump's loss, even though he had no power to overturn the results. Pete Wilson, a Republican, predicted a “spirited contest” in 2024, but declined to identify a favorite among the emerging candidates.

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'It definitely feels early': GOP's long race to 2024 begins

Republicans eyeing a 2024 White House run are wasting no time in jockeying for a strong position in what could be an extremely crowded field of contenders.

'It definitely feels early': GOP's long race to 2024 begins

In the past week alone, Nikki Haley regaled activists in Iowa, Mike Pence courted donors in California and Donald Trump returned to the rally stage, teasing a third campaign for the White House. The politicking will only intensify in the coming weeks, particularly in Iowa, home to the nation's leadoff presidential caucuses and a state where conservative evangelicals play a significant role in steering the direction of the GOP.

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With Trump Holding Rallies Again, The Shadow 2024 Republican Campaign Continues

On Saturday in Ohio, the former president holds his first rally since leaving office. Meanwhile, other top potential GOP presidential candidates are running versions of shadow campaigns.

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Pompeo unveils PAC, demurs on possible 2024 presidential bid

Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has become the latest former Trump administration official to launch a political action committee.

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Pence: I'll likely never see eye to eye with Trump on Jan. 6

Former Vice President Mike Pence says he isn't sure he and former President Donald Trump will ever see “eye to eye” over what happened on Jan_ 6 but he will “always be proud of what we accomplished for the American people over the last four years.”.

Nikki Haley accused of hypocrisy for posting beachside pic after Memorial Day attack on Kamala Harris

Whole controversy ignores any actual issues facing veterans

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Former House Speaker Paul Ryan to GOP: Reject Trump and ‘second-rate imitations’

Former House Speaker Paul Ryan is joining the fight against Donald Trump, urging fellow conservatives to reject the former president's divisive politics and the Republican leaders who emulate him.

Eyeing 2024, Pence says he'll push back on 'liberal agenda'

Former Vice President Mike Pence is positioning himself for a possible return to elected office.

Eying 2024, Pence makes 1st speech since leaving office

In his first public address since the end of the Trump administration, former Vice President Mike Pence put down a marker for a potential return to elected office, telling an audience in early-voting South Carolina that he plans to use the coming months “pushing back on the liberal agenda” he says is wrong for the country.

Tim Scott, only Black GOP senator, set to respond to Biden

Tim Scott of South Carolina is the only Black Republican senator.

GOP White House hopefuls move forward as Trump considers run

Donald Trump ended his presidency with such a firm grip on Republican voters that party leaders fretted he would freeze the field of potential 2024 candidates and delay their preparations as he considered another run.

Democrat says registration key to ousting SC's Tim Scott

A Democratic state lawmaker is mounting a bid to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Tim Scott.

US resumes funding to UN agency for Palestinian refugees

The Biden administration says it has resumed U.S. assistance to the Palestinians, including to the U.N. agency that deals with Palestinian refugees.

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US resumes funding to UN agency for Palestinian refugees

The Biden administration says it has resumed U.S. assistance to the Palestinians, including to the U.N. agency that deals with Palestinian refugees.

Attorney Lin Wood: Blasting South Carolina's top Republicans

The pro-Trump attorney seeking to lead the GOP in South Carolina is taking on two of the state’s most notable Republicans and has questioned the level of loyalty of the state GOP chairman for former President Donald Trump.

US boosts aid to Palestinians as some in Congress cry foul

The Biden administration is moving again to increase U.S. assistance to the Palestinians as it fires up a new Mideast policy that is directly opposite of the one pursued by its predecessor.

Trump offers early endorsement for loyal SC governor

FILE - In this Monday, June 25, 2018 file photo, President Donald Trump speaks during a rally at Airport High School in West Columbia, S.C. for Republican Gov. Former President Donald Trump on Friday, March 5, 2021 endorsed South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster's bid for a second full term in 2022, continuing their yearslong alliance in a move to strengthen ties with the early-voting state that Trump won twice. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File)COLUMBIA, S.C. – Former President Donald Trump on Friday endorsed South Carolina Gov. That summer, McMaster was one of two speakers to formally nominate Trump at the Republican National Convention.

South Carolina considers breaking up public health agency

As in most states, South Carolina's public health agency was underfunded and overworked long before it had to sustain an exhausting defense against a virus humans had never seen before. Unlike most public health agencies, South Carolina's portfolio has included environmental regulation since the 1970s. AdSenate President Harvey Peeler is ready to split DHEC apart, bundling public health duties with the state's mental health department and funneling environmental permitting operations to other state agencies. Public health resources were slashed by lawmakers during the Great Recession, and board members' terms lapsed under Gov. Simmer told lawmakers who confirmed him this month that he believes the agency’s environmental and public health halves complement each other.

After impeachment acquittal, Trump remains dominant in GOP

But in the end, only seven of 50 Senate Republicans voted to convict Trump in his historic second impeachment trial on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)NEW YORK – The Republican Party still belongs to Donald Trump. But in the end, only seven of 50 Senate Republicans voted to convict Trump in his historic second impeachment trial on Saturday. Indeed, in Trump's Republican Party, there are very few willing to cross him if they harbor future political ambitions. “The authoritarian side of the Republican Party is the dominant side,” he said.

Trump remains dominant force in GOP following acquittal

But in the end, only seven of 50 Senate Republicans voted to convict Trump in his historic second impeachment trial on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)NEW YORK – The Republican Party still belongs to Donald Trump. But in the end, only seven of 50 Senate Republicans voted to convict Trump in his historic second impeachment trial on Saturday. Indeed, in Trump's Republican Party, there are very few willing to cross him if they harbor future political ambitions. “The authoritarian side of the Republican Party is the dominant side,” he said.

US plans to reengage with UN rights council, reversing Trump

(AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)WASHINGTON – The United States announced plans Monday to reengage with the much-maligned U.N. Human Rights Council that former President Donald Trump withdrew from almost three years ago, as the Biden administration reverses another Trump-era move away from multilateral organizations and agreements. "We recognize that the Human Rights Council is a flawed body, in need of reform to its agenda, membership, and focus, including its disproportionate focus on Israel," he said. Blinken said the council, when it works well, “shines a spotlight on countries with the worst human rights records and can serve as an important forum for those fighting injustice and tyranny." U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres welcomed the U.S. decision, calling the council “the world’s leading forum for addressing the full range of human rights challenges,” U.N. spokesman Stephane Dujarric said. U.S. engagement with the council and its predecessor, the U.N. Human Rights Commission, has been something of a political football between Republican and Democratic administrations for decades.

US moves to rejoin UN rights council, reversing Trump anew

FILE - In this Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, file photo, President Joe Biden speaks in the State Dining Room of the White House, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)WASHINGTON – The Biden administration is set to announce this week that it will reengage with the much-maligned U.N. Human Rights Council that former President Donald Trump withdrew from almost three years ago, U.S. officials said Sunday. AdIn addition to the council’s persistent focus on Israel, the Trump administration took issue with the body’s membership, which currently includes China, Cuba, Eritrea, Russia and Venezuela, all of which have been accused of human rights abuses. U.S. engagement with the council and its predecessor, the U.N. Human Rights Commission, has been something of a political football between Republican and Democratic administrations for decades. Trump also threatened to withdraw from the International Postal Union and frequently hinted at pulling out of the World Trade Organization.

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Trump team hires 2 ex-prosecutors with ethics experience

(Senate Television via AP)COLUMBIA, S.C. – Donald Trump has added two more former federal prosecutors from South Carolina to his impeachment legal team, according to one of the lawyers. Harris and Gasser join a team that includes Butch Bowers, a noted South Carolina ethics and elections lawyer called an “anchor tenant” of the team by U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina. It's in part on the advice of Graham that Trump is turning to the South Carolina team after other legal allies passed on the case. It’s a notable departure from his 2020 impeachment trial, when Trump had a stable of nationally known attorneys, including Alan Dershowitz, Jay Sekulow and Kenneth Starr. Bowers has years of experience representing elected officials and political candidates, including former South Carolina Gov.

Republican National Committee will stay neutral if Trump runs again: AP report

(AP Photo/Alex Brandon)NEW YORK – The head of the Republican National Committee on Wednesday declined to encourage former President Donald Trump to run for the White House in 2024, saying the GOP would stay “neutral” in its next presidential primary. The national GOP, under McDaniel's leadership, spent the past four years almost singularly focused on Trump's 2020 reelection. I’m not telling anybody to run or not to run in 2024,” McDaniel told The Associated Press when asked whether she wanted to see Trump run again in the next presidential election. But she repeatedly called for party unity and discouraged elected officials from attacking other Republicans — even those who voted to impeach Trump. I think it’s dangerous.”Moving forward, she said that voters, not Trump, are the head of the Republican Party, though Trump continues to maintain “a huge, huge presence” with his base.

Lawyer group: Trump adds ex-prosecutor to impeachment team

(AP Photo/Bruce Smith, File)COLUMBIA, S.C. – Donald Trump is adding another South Carolina attorney to his impeachment legal team, according to a trial lawyer group in the state. Barbier joins Bowers, a Columbia attorney with years of experience representing elected officials and political candidates, including former South Carolina Gov. In part on the advice of Graham, the South Carolina senator, Trump is turning to Bowers and Barbier after other legal allies passed on the case. That's a notable departure from his 2020 impeachment trial, when Trump had a stable of nationally known attorneys, including Alan Dershowitz, Jay Sekulow and Kenneth Starr. If convicted, Trump could be barred from holding public office again, ending any hopes of mounting another White House bid in 2024.

Trial ahead, Trump turns to ethics lawyer for his defense

Trump turned to Bowers, a familiar figure in Republican legal circles, after other legal allies passed on the case. The first impeachment trial turned on charges that Trump improperly solicited Ukraine’s help for his reelection campaign. Pat McCrory and the South Carolina Election Commission in litigation over voter ID laws, as well as a former South Carolina sheriff who pleaded guilty to embezzlement and misconduct in office. In 2018, he was attorney for University of South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley in her successful defamation suit against Missouri’s athletics director. With degrees from the University of South Carolina and College of Charleston, Bowers graduated from Tulane University School of Law in 1998.

House to send Trump impeachment article on Monday

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrive on Marine One before boarding Air Force One at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. And that is what this trial will provide.”House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will send the article of impeachment late Monday, with senators sworn in as jurors Tuesday. "That goal has been achieved.”Pelosi said Friday the nine House impeachment managers, or prosecutors, are "ready to begin to make their case” against Trump. Trump’s team will have had the same amount of time since the House impeachment vote to prepare, Pelosi said. A handful of Senate Republicans have indicated they are open — but not committed — to conviction.

McConnell seeks to push Trump impeachment trial to February

Scott Applewhite)WASHINGTON – Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell is proposing to push back the start of Donald Trump's impeachment trial to February to give the former president time to prepare and review his case. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., is reviewing the plan and will discuss it with McConnell, a spokesperson said. Facing his second impeachment trial in two years, Trump began to assemble his defense team by hiring attorney Butch Bowers to represent him, according to an adviser. Trump is at a disadvantage compared to his first trial, in which he had the full resources of the White House counsel's office to defend him. Pelosi said she would talk to them “in the next few days” about when the Senate might be ready for a trial.

Parler squeezed as Trump seeks new online megaphone

Though stripped of his Twitter account for inciting rebellion, President Donald Trump does have alternative options of much smaller reach. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)BOSTON – President Donald Trump has been kicked off of most mainstream social media platforms following his supporters’ siege on the U.S. Capitol. Still, Parler might be attractive to Trump since it's where his sons Eric and Don Jr. are already active. Losing Amazon Web Services will mean Parler needs to scramble to find another web host, in addition to the re-engineering. First, there may be an accelerated splintering of the social media world along ideological lines.

Squelched by Twitter, Trump seeks new online megaphone

Though stripped of his Twitter account for inciting rebellion, President Donald Trump does have alternative options of much smaller reach. Though deprived of his big online megaphones, Trump does have alternative options of much smaller reach. Twitch and Snapchat also have disabled Trump’s accounts, while Shopify took down online stores affiliated with the president and Reddit removed a Trump subgroup. Twitter also banned Trump loyalists including former national security advisor Michael Flynn in a sweeping purge of accounts promoting the QAnon conspiracy theory and the Capitol insurrection. And not just individual citizens have free speech rights.

'He's on his own': Some Republicans begin to flee from Trump

Trump still has supporters, especially among the many rank-and-file Republican voters and conservative activists beyond Washington. That makes Trump the first outgoing president since Andrew Johnson 152 years ago to skip the swearing-in of his successor. Meanwhile, there is no clear path for the Republican Party without Trump. “We need a Republican Party,” Biden said, noting that he spoke with Republican Sen. Mitt Romney, a leading Trump critic. Doug Deason, a Texas-based donor who served on the Trump campaign's finance committee, said this week's events have done nothing to shake his confidence in the Republican president.

'He's on his own': Some Republicans begin to flee from Trump

Trump still has supporters, especially among the many rank-and-file Republican voters and conservative activists beyond Washington. That makes Trump the first outgoing president since Andrew Johnson 152 years ago to skip the swearing-in of his successor. In the hours after this week's riot, 147 Republicans in Congress still voted to reject Biden's victory, including eight senators. “We need a Republican Party,” Biden said, noting that he spoke with Republican Sen. Mitt Romney, a leading Trump critic. Doug Deason, a Texas-based donor who served on the Trump campaign's finance committee, said this week's events have done nothing to shake his confidence in the Republican president.

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