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President Trump calls for ‘healing and reconciliation’ in new video, concedes to Biden
Read full article: President Trump calls for ‘healing and reconciliation’ in new video, concedes to BidenFollowing the destruction and chaos that erupted at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, President Donald Trump is officially waving his white flag and conceding to President-elect Joe Biden. The president shared his concession speech in a video on Twitter Thursday afternoon after his account was locked for 12 hours. America is and must always be a nation of law and order,” Trump said in the video. God bless you, and God bless America.”Congress confirmed Biden’s electoral win early Thursday. Both he and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will be sworn in to the White House in just a few weeks.
WATCH: Trump supporters gather in New Braunfels
Read full article: WATCH: Trump supporters gather in New BraunfelsNEW BRAUNFELS, Texas – Supporters of Donald Trump gathered in New Braunfels on Saturday morning, an hour after Joe Biden was projected as the next president of the United States. The rally is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m., Saturday, at the Main Plaza in downtown. The police in New Braunfels say they are prepared for the event, and they released this statement Friday:“The City of New Braunfels Police Department is aware of a planned event on the plaza on Saturday, November 7. In New Braunfels, we expect that it is done in a lawful, safe, and peaceful manner. RELATED: New Braunfels police will keep an eye on Saturday’s rally in support of President Trump
WATCH LIVE: President Trump’s lawyers hold press briefing in Philadelphia
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: President Trump’s lawyers hold press briefing in PhiladelphiaPresident Donald Trump’s lawyers are holding a briefing in Philadelphia Saturday morning. The event is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. at Four Seasons Total Landscaping. As of Saturday morning, Democrat Joe Biden is still leading President Trump in the battleground states of Pennsylvania and Georgia. You can watch the live press briefing in the video player above. RELATED: Election results 2020: Donald Trump vs. Joe Biden: Where the presidential race stands right now
New Braunfels police will keep an eye on Saturday’s rally in support of President Trump
Read full article: New Braunfels police will keep an eye on Saturday’s rally in support of President TrumpNEW BRAUNFELS, Texas – Police in New Braunfels are keeping a close eye on a rally in support of President Donald Trump this weekend. The rally is scheduled for 11 a.m., Saturday, and it’s expected to draw hundreds of people to Main Plaza. Meanwhile, business owners in New Braunfels say they welcome the rallies and are not concerned with the event in support of President Trump. “I think being in New Braunfels, we show respect for each other,” said Molly Heidrich, business owner. “I think that there’s been things on both sides that people have, you know, been disrespectful or things like that.
Campaign pups throughout the years: These 11 photos will make you crack a smile
Read full article: Campaign pups throughout the years: These 11 photos will make you crack a smileWe found the following 11 photos from Getty Images, and we thought they were worth a share. (Getty Images)Pierre, a 5-year-old basset hound, apparently is a loyal fan of then-President Johnson -- and was happy to pose with a campaign button. (Getty Images)A dog wears a campaign sticker for Democratic presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden during a campaign stop at the Buttercup diner on March 3, 2020 in Oakland, California. This photo was taken in front of the White House as the pups wore campaign buttons for Lyndon B. Johnson for President. (Getty Images)In Honolulu, Hawaiian women are seen casting their votes during a presidential election -- and even a dog doesn't dare peek.
WATCH LIVE: President Trump holds campaign rally in Hickory, North Carolina
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: President Trump holds campaign rally in Hickory, North Carolina(Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)President Donald Trump is holding a campaign rally Sunday afternoon in Hickory, North Carolina. This comes just two days before the general election. You can watch the campaign rally live in the video player above.
WATCH LIVE: President Trump speaks in Pennsylvania
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: President Trump speaks in Pennsylvania(Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.) President Donald Trump is holding a campaign event just days before the election in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Tune in to the live event in the video player above.
7 days until the election: Biden hits the road; examining Barrett’s first cases on Supreme Court
Read full article: 7 days until the election: Biden hits the road; examining Barrett’s first cases on Supreme CourtFlorida: Registered voters must request a mail/absentee ballot, but no excuse is required. You have six days remaining for your county to receive your ballot. Michigan: All registered voters are sent an application for a mail/absentee ballot, and no excuse is required. You have six days remaining for your county to receive your ballot. Texas: Registered voters must request a mail/absentee ballot, and you do have to provide a reason as to why you need one.
Doctor says President Trump no longer at risk of transmitting virus
Read full article: Doctor says President Trump no longer at risk of transmitting virusWASHINGTON (AP) — The White House doctor said Saturday night that President Donald Trump is no longer at risk of transmitting the coronavirus, a diagnosis that comes as the president prepares to resume campaign rallies and other activities. The memo followed Trump’s first public appearance since returning to the White House after being treated for the coronavirus. Hundreds of people gathered Saturday afternoon on the South Lawn for a Trump address on his support for law enforcement from a White House balcony. Trump had hoped to hold campaign rallies this weekend but settled for the White House event. Ahead of his Saturday event, Trump used Twitter to share news articles about problems with mail-in ballots in New Jersey, Ohio and Texas.
Ohio governor declares Sunday as ‘Day of Prayer’ for President Trump, First Lady after COVID-19 diagnosis
Read full article: Ohio governor declares Sunday as ‘Day of Prayer’ for President Trump, First Lady after COVID-19 diagnosisOHIO – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is declaring Sunday, Oct. 4, as a Day of Prayer for President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump after both tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this week. The Day of Prayer will be in honor of “President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, who recently tested positive for COVID-19, as well as all those suffering from or impacted by coronavirus,” the order states. Governor Jon Husted and I have issued a proclamation declaring Sunday, October 4, as a Day of Prayer. The Day... Posted by Governor Mike DeWine on Saturday, October 3, 2020The president is currently receiving treatment for his COVID-19 symptoms by a team of doctors at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Read also:The Latest: In video, President Trump says he hopes to ‘be back soon’Official: Next 48 hours ‘critical’ for Trump in virus fight
Concerning signs in President Trump’s care despite word he’s doing OK
Read full article: Concerning signs in President Trump’s care despite word he’s doing OK(AP) — President Donald Trump’s doctor on Saturday painted a rosy picture of the president’s health as he remains hospitalized for coronavirus treatment. But that assessment was immediately contradicted by a person familiar with Trump’s condition, who said the situation had been very concerning. While Conley said the president is not currently on oxygen, he refused to say whether the president had ever been on oxygen, despite repeated questioning. The administration has consistently been less than transparent about the president’s health as the virus spread inside the White House. The first word that a close aide to Trump had been infected came from the media, not the White House.
World leaders infected with COVID-19
Read full article: World leaders infected with COVID-19President Donald Trump has joined a growing group of world leaders who have been infected with the coronavirus. (WPA Pool-Getty Images)The British prime minister was the first major world leader confirmed to have COVID-19, after facing criticism for downplaying the pandemic. Other top officials in former Soviet states who were infected include Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin. (Getty Images)The virus drove the Bolivian interim president into isolation in July, but she said she was feeling well. 2 man in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, was hospitalized for COVID-19 last month and has recovered.
President Trump in ‘quarantine process’ after top aide gets COVID-19
Read full article: President Trump in ‘quarantine process’ after top aide gets COVID-19WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says he and first lady Melania Trump are beginning a “quarantine process” as they await coronavirus test results after a top aide he spent substantial time with this week tested positive for COVID-19. She is the closest White House official to Trump to test positive for the virus so far. She originally served as White House as communications director, and re-joined the administration this year as an adviser ahead of the election. After earlier positive cases close to the president, the White House instituted a daily testing regimen for the president’s senior aides. Anyone who will be in close proximity to the president or vice president is also tested every day, including reporters.
Spurs Popovich sounds off on discrimination, inequality for Hispanic, Latino populations
Read full article: Spurs Popovich sounds off on discrimination, inequality for Hispanic, Latino populationsSAN ANTONIO Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has not held back sharing his thoughts and opinions on social injustices while in Orlando, and he once again spoke his mind on Monday before the Spurs game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Popovich was asked to discuss discrimination and inequality in the Hispanic and Latino communities. Before tonight's #Spurs #Sixers game, coach Gregg Popovich was asked to discuss discrimination and social injustices for Hispanic and Latino populations. From day one, when our president disparaged a Mexican judge because of his ruling and his actions at the border, Popovich. The Spurs head coach continued by discussing children who are separated from their mothers at the border.
FEMA, President Trump approve request for hurricane relief after Hannas landfall
Read full article: FEMA, President Trump approve request for hurricane relief after Hannas landfallGreg Abbott today announced Sunday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and President Donald Trump have granted an emergency declaration request in the wake of damage caused by Hurricane Hanna. FEMA is authorized to provide reimbursement for mass care, evacuation and shelter support at 75% federal funding. Abbott submitted the request Saturday. I thank President Trump and our partners at FEMA for their quick response in granting this Federal Emergency Declaration, Abbott said. We will continue to work with our federal and local partners as we assess the damage from Hurricane Hanna and may seek additional federal assistance as we continue to respond, recover, and rebuild our communities.