CNN By Lex Harvey, CNN (CNN) — Messages of gratitude and support for US President Joe Biden poured in following his stunning announcement Sunday that he is exiting the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the next Democratic nominee. It was the second seismic moment in US politics in just over
Continue ReadingAssociated Press CLEVELAND (AP) — Michael King did not allow a hit until the seventh inning, Kyle Higashioka had a two-run double and the San Diego Padres beat the American League Central-leading Cleveland Guardians 2-1 on Sunday. King’s bid for the second no-hitter in franchise history ended when Angel Martínez led off the seventh with
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Sitting in the Oval Office behind the iconic Resolute desk in 2022, an animated President Joe Biden described the challenge of leading a psychologically traumatized nation. The United States had endured a life-altering pandemic. There was a jarring burst of inflation and now global conflict with Russia invading Ukraine, as
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Historians and political advisers say history will be kinder to President Joe Biden than voters have been. David Axelrod, a former senior adviser to President Barack Obama, said Biden’s legacy will include many legislative achievements, but above all, he will be remembered as the president who defeated Donald Trump. Biden
Continue ReadingWASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Sunday posted a letter to social media announcing that he would no longer seek reelection. The decision by the Democrat came after building pressure from lawmakers, donors, activists and voters within his own party who had concerns about his ability to beat Republican Donald Trump in November’s election.
Continue ReadingBy David Shortell, CNN (CNN) — Millions of Venezuelans are expected to cast their ballots on Sunday, July 28, in what many see as the most consequential election in the country since strongman leader Nicolás Maduro came to power more than a decade ago. The vote pits the authoritarian Maduro – who has overseen unprecedented
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic lawmakers are hailing President Joe Biden’s historic decision not to seek reelection as putting his country and his party before himself. Republicans are calling on him to resign his presidency as well. They say if he couldn’t run for office, then he’s unable to serve as president. Attention is
Continue ReadingNEW YORK (AP) — Another baby tree kangaroo can be seen at the Bronx Zoo after months of hiding in its mother’s pouch. New York zoo officials say the Matschie’s tree kangaroo was born in December, but just started poking its head out in public. They say it’s typical for this small, tree-dwelling kangaroo species
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — She’s already broken barriers, and now Kamala Harris could shatter several more after President Joe Biden abruptly ended his reelection bid and endorsed her. Biden announced Sunday that he was stepping aside after a disastrous debate performance catalyzed fears that the 81-year-old was too frail for a second term. Harris
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — She’s already broken barriers, and now Kamala Harris could shatter several more after President Joe Biden abruptly ended his reelection bid and endorsed her. Biden announced Sunday that he was stepping aside after a disastrous debate performance catalyzed fears that the 81-year-old was too frail for a second term. Harris
Continue ReadingAP Sports Writer COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — Jajaira Gonzalez was scrolling through social media at her job in a Virginia kickboxing gym about three years ago when she spotted some of her former USA Boxing teammates traveling the world, competing for medals and generally living their best lives. The Instagram post hit Gonzalez like
Continue ReadingAssociated Press CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Guardians rookie Angel Martinez hit a bloop single to center leading off the seventh inning to break up a no-hit bid by San Diego’s Michael King on Sunday. King dominated the AL Central-leading Guardians for six innings — allowing only a fourth-inning walk — before Martínez dropped a 2-1
Continue ReadingWICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A newly posted video of Miss Kansas calling out her domestic violence abuser on stage is whipping up a maelstrom of support on social media. Alexis Smith was crowned Miss Kansas on June 8, but posted the video of her on-stage comments just this past week on the platform now known
Continue ReadingBy Arit John, CNN (CNN) — Vice President Kamala Harris said she plans to seek the Democratic nomination after President Joe Biden stepped aside and endorsed her, setting up a push that could make her the first Black woman and first Asian American to lead the ticket of a major political party. “I am honored
Continue ReadingBy CNN staff President Joe Biden has announced he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race after mounting calls from Democrats for him to end his reelection bid. He endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the party’s new nominee. Read the statement here: The-CNN-Wire™ & © 2024 Cable News Network, Inc., a Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All rights
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Originally Published: 21 JUL 24 13:56 ETUpdated: 21 JUL 24 14:06 ETBy Michael Williams, CNN (CNN) — President Joe Biden says he is not seeking reelection in a letter posted to X on his official account. Biden says he will speak to the nation later this week in more detail. pic.twitter.com/RMIRvlSOYw— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) July 21, 2024
Continue ReadingSLADE, Ky. (AP) — Rescue teams found a man reported missing more than two weeks ago in the Red River Gorge, a wilderness area in Kentucky. Searchers found 48-year-old Scott A. Hern Saturday afternoon near a cliff line after hearing someone calling for help. Rescuers with Wolfe County Search and Rescue Team say Hern had
Continue ReadingAssociated Press ATLANTA (AP) — With President Joe Biden ending his reelection bid and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris, Democrats now must navigate a shift that is unprecedented this late in an election year. Democrats are set to hold their convention in Chicago on Aug. 19-22. What was supposed to be a coronation for Biden
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A Palm Springs resident is touching the lives of dozens of folks here in the Coachella Valley, according to local volunteers. Doug Oostdyk serves at dozens of organizations in the desert, including being a long-time volunteer for ‘The Feeding Program’ at the United Methodist Church of Palm Springs. “It’s very heartwarming,” said Oostdyk. “It’s wonderful
Continue ReadingAssociated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection after a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about the incumbent’s fitness for office. The unprecedented announcement, delivered less than four months before the election, immediately upended a
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