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Watch: Congressman George Santos Stumbles Over His Lies in Piers Morgan Interview

Watch: Congressman George Santos Stumbles Over His Lies in Piers Morgan Interview

By Emell Adolphus | Feb 21, 2023

On "Piers Morgan Uncensored," George Santos discussed his previous lives, but kept the details fuzzy.

Out US Rep. Cicilline to Step Down, Lead Nonprofit Foundation

Out US Rep. Cicilline to Step Down, Lead Nonprofit Foundation

By Mark Pratt | Feb 21, 2023

Out Rhode Island congressman David Cicilline said Tuesday he will step down this summer to lead his home state's largest funder of nonprofits.

Watch: Russia Detains Gay Chechen Refugee at Moscow Airport

Watch: Russia Detains Gay Chechen Refugee at Moscow Airport

By Emell Adolphus | Feb 17, 2023

Russian police detained a gay Chechen refugee upon his arrival in Moscow, raising fears among activists that he will be imprisoned and tortured by security officers in his home region.

GOP Presidential Candidate Nikki Haley: Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Law Should be Stricter

GOP Presidential Candidate Nikki Haley: Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Law Should be Stricter

By Kilian Melloy | Feb 17, 2023

After declaring her intention to seek the presidency in 2024, the GOP's Nikki Haley lost no time burnishing her anti-LGBTQ+ credentials, declaring that Florida's "Don't Say Gay" law doesn't go far enough.

CNN's Don Lemon Regrets Saying Nikki Haley Past her 'Prime'

CNN's Don Lemon Regrets Saying Nikki Haley Past her 'Prime'

By David Bauder | Feb 17, 2023

Don Lemon startled some colleagues on CNN's morning show Thursday with his implication that Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley, at age 51, was past her prime.

Nikki Haley to Formally Launch GOP Campaign for White House

Nikki Haley to Formally Launch GOP Campaign for White House

By Meg Kinnard and Michelle L. Price | Feb 15, 2023

Republican Nikki Haley plans to formally announce her 2024 presidential campaign on Wednesday,

California Sen. Feinstein Says She Won't Run for Reelection

California Sen. Feinstein Says She Won't Run for Reelection

By Michael R. Blood | Feb 14, 2023

Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein announced Tuesday that she will not seek reelection in 2024.

Nikki Haley Announces Presidential Campaign, Challenging Trump

Nikki Haley Announces Presidential Campaign, Challenging Trump

By Meg Kinnard | Feb 14, 2023

Nikki Haley, the former South Carolina governor and United Nations ambassador, announced her candidacy for president on Tuesday, becoming the first major challenger to former President Donald Trump for the 2024 Republican nomination.

Schools Become Flashpoint For Republicans Eyeing White House

Schools Become Flashpoint For Republicans Eyeing White House

Feb 11, 2023

In the opening stages of the 2024 GOP presidential race, the "parents' rights" movement and lessons for schoolchildren are emerging as flashpoints.

Ex-George Santos Aide Accuses Congressman of Sexual Harassment Amid Bizarre Exit from Staff

Ex-George Santos Aide Accuses Congressman of Sexual Harassment Amid Bizarre Exit from Staff

Feb 11, 2023

An ex-aide for George Santos is accusing the congressman of sexual harassment after being dismissed from his staff for not disclosing information about his past.

With Election Campaign Looming, White House Appoints Out Communications Director

With Election Campaign Looming, White House Appoints Out Communications Director

By Coleen Long | Feb 11, 2023

President Joe Biden is getting a new communications director at the White House as he inches closer to an expected re-election campaign. Ben LaBolt will be the first openly gay White House communications director, the White House said.

Lawyer: Santos had 2017 Pennsylvania Theft Charge Expunged

Lawyer: Santos had 2017 Pennsylvania Theft Charge Expunged

By Dave Collins | Feb 10, 2023

U.S. Rep. George Santos was charged with criminal theft in Pennsylvania in 2017 in connection with bad checks apparently used to buy puppies from dog breeders, according to a lawyer who said she helped the Republican with the case.

Pence Group to Run Ads in Iowa Against School Trans Policies

Pence Group to Run Ads in Iowa Against School Trans Policies

By Thomas Beaumont | Feb 9, 2023

Former Vice President Mike Pence is stepping up his outreach in Iowa ahead of a possible 2024 presidential campaign by rallying conservatives against transgender-affirming policies in schools, like one adopted in an eastern Iowa district last year.

GOP on GOP: Romney Scolds Santos, 'You Don't Belong Here'

GOP on GOP: Romney Scolds Santos, 'You Don't Belong Here'

By Lisa Mascaro and Mary Clare Jalonick | Feb 8, 2023

Republican Rep. George Santos positioned himself in a prime location for President Biden's State of the Union address, which was met with a stern rebuke from a fellow Republican, Sen. Mitt Romney.

Arkansas Gov. Sanders Slams Biden for 'Woke Fantasies'

Arkansas Gov. Sanders Slams Biden for 'Woke Fantasies'

By Andrew DeMillo | Feb 8, 2023

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders painted a dystopian portrait of the country in her rebuttal to President Biden's State of the Union address, leaning heavily into Republican culture war issues and accusing Biden of pursuing "woke fantasies."

Pope, Anglican, Presbyterian Leaders Denounce Anti-Gay Laws

Pope, Anglican, Presbyterian Leaders Denounce Anti-Gay Laws

By Nicole Winfield | Feb 5, 2023

Pope Francis, the head of the Anglican Communion and top Presbyterian minister together denounced the criminalization of homosexuality on Sunday and said gay people should be welcomed by their churches.

State of the Union: Biden Sees Economic Glow, GOP Sees Gloom

State of the Union: Biden Sees Economic Glow, GOP Sees Gloom

By Josh Boak | Feb 4, 2023

Going into Tuesday's State of the Union address, President Joe Biden sees a nation with its future aglow.

DeSantis Eyes 2024 from Afar as GOP Rivals Move Toward Runs

DeSantis Eyes 2024 from Afar as GOP Rivals Move Toward Runs

By Steve Peoples, Thomas Beaumont and Anthony Izaguirre | Feb 3, 2023

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis may be months away from publicly declaring his presidential intentions, but his potential rivals aren't holding back.

DeSantis Pushes Ban on Diversity Programs in State Colleges

DeSantis Pushes Ban on Diversity Programs in State Colleges

By Anthony Izaguirre | Feb 1, 2023

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday announced plans to block state colleges from having programs on diversity, equity and inclusion in his latest step onto the front lines of the nation's culture wars.

Watch: George Santos Beams When Asked about 'Drag Race'

Watch: George Santos Beams When Asked about 'Drag Race'

Feb 1, 2023

What made George Santos light up in the halls of Congress?

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