2020 United States presidential election News & Breaking Stories

Sidney Powell, a key player in the Dominion Voting Machines controversy, has accepted a favorable plea deal from Biden's DOJ.

Prominent lawyer Sidney Powell pleads guilty to reduced charges in Georgia election case, agrees to testify against co-defendants.

Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan is confident he will secure the necessary votes to be elected speaker of the House, despite facing opposition from some members of his own party. Jordan, a polarizing figure in American politics, will need the backing of nearly all 221 GOP lawmakers in order to hold the highest office in Congress. Multiple votes may be held to elect a speaker, as happened in January when Kevin McCarthy won after 15 ballots. Jordan and his allies are pressing House GOP members to vote for him, arguing that the chamber needs a speaker to begin moving legislation again.

Republicans struggle to unite and elect Rep. Steve Scalise as the next House speaker following the removal of Rep. Kevin McCarthy.

Lawyers representing Mike Lindell and his companies in a defamation lawsuit claim they are owed millions in legal fees.

Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, pleads not guilty to charges of lying about drug use while buying a handgun.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom will appoint Laphonza Butler, a Democratic strategist and adviser, to fill the vacant U.S. Senate seat previously held by Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Butler will be the only Black woman serving in the Senate and the first openly LGBTQ person to represent California in the chamber. Her appointment will give the Democratic caucus more flexibility on close votes.

Retired US General Mark Milley takes a swipe at former President Donald Trump during his farewell speech.

Remains of Suzanne Morphew, missing for 3 years, found in Colorado. Husband previously charged but charges dropped.

Rupert Murdoch, the 92-year-old media mogul, is stepping down as leader of Fox's parent company and News Corp. His son, Lachlan Murdoch, will take over.

Former White House aide, Olivia Hutchinson, accuses Rudy Giuliani of groping her and attempting to kiss her in her upcoming book.

Former President Donald Trump plans to deliver a speech in Detroit targeting union workers, as he skips the second Republican presidential debate to involve himself in a dispute between striking workers and automakers. Trump aims to win back working-class voters who supported Biden in the 2020 election.

Trump criticizes Republicans for their stance on abortion and vows to work with Democrats for a policy that satisfies both sides.

The Department of Justice blocked FBI agent Elvis Chan from testifying before Congress on his role in suppressing the Hunter Biden laptop story.

Joe Biden's presidency is being shaped by the scars of the 9/11 attacks, with Americans deeply distrustful of their government.

A Georgia grand jury recommended criminal charges against Lindsey Graham and other allies of Donald Trump in an investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Despite the recommendation, no charges were ultimately filed against Graham or the other individuals. The report's release prompted Trump to claim that the case was politically motivated. The defendants have all pleaded not guilty.

Republican lawmakers Rep. Ken Buck and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene are in a feud over impeaching Biden and the 2020 election.

Former Trump advisor Peter Navarro convicted of contempt of Congress for refusing to testify on Capitol Hill attack. He plans to appeal.

Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in the Capitol attack.

Former Proud Boys Chairman Enrique Tarrio is facing a 33-year prison sentence for his role in the January 6 Capitol attack.

Two former Proud Boys leaders were sentenced to prison for their roles in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. Joseph Biggs received 17 years, and Zachary Rehl received 15 years.

Proud Boys ringleader Joseph Biggs sentenced to 17 years in prison for conspiracy to keep Trump in power.

The sentencing for former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio, convicted of orchestrating the group's attack on the U.S. Capitol, has been delayed. Prosecutors are seeking 33 years behind bars.

Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows testified in court to deny allegations made against him in a Georgia indictment accusing him of participating in an illegal scheme to overturn the 2020 election. Meadows is seeking to fight the charges in federal court rather than in state court.

Sen. Bernie Sanders dismisses concerns over President Biden's age, stating that there are "broader" issues to consider when voting for a president.

Former President Donald Trump and his 18 codefendants surrendered this week and were booked in the Fulton County Jail in Georgia.

Lara Trump predicts that the mugshot of her father-in-law, Donald Trump, will become a symbol of support and rally his followers.

Former President Donald Trump, the frontrunner for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, is skipping the first GOP debate and opting for an interview with Tucker Carlson instead. The interview will be available on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, and airs just before the debate. Trump's decision is seen as a slight to Fox News, the debate host. Despite legal trouble, Trump's lead in the polls continues to grow.

Sidney Powell, charged with conspiracy to commit election fraud, continues to promote election conspiracy theories and merchandise discounts.

Rudy Giuliani, once known as "America's Mayor," faces 13 felony charges related to an alleged plot to subvert the 2020 presidential election.

Hillary Clinton laughs at news of indictment against former campaign opponent, frames interview as "getting the last laugh."

The Fulton County District Attorney's Office is expected to drop an indictment on Donald Trump and several of his 2020 campaign operatives, with the potential charges stemming from efforts to overturn Georgia's 2020 election result.

Donald Trump shares QAnon post on Truth Social as he faces potential third indictment and lashes out at Biden and DOJ.

Former President Trump has been indicted for the fourth time in the Georgia probe into alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

Attorney General Merrick Garland has appointed a special counsel, David Weiss, to oversee the investigation into Hunter Biden.

Former WWE CEO Vince McMahon was raided by federal agents last month over allegations of paying multiple women "hush money" for sexual misconduct claims. McMahon denies any wrongdoing.

Former US president faces federal charges over efforts to overturn 2020 election. Key players in the case include Special Counsel Jack Smith and Judge Chutkan.

"Unveiling the Key Figures: Trump Co-Conspirators in the 2020 Election Interference Indictment" - Shocking revelations of individuals closely linked to Trump implicated in election interference. Demand for transparency and accountability grows.

Republican presidential candidates Donald Trump and Nikki Haley call for Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell to step down due to health concerns.

Rudy Giuliani admits to making false statements against Georgia election workers accused of tampering with ballots in favor of Biden.

Hunter Biden's plea agreement unravels, giving Republicans new ammunition.

Mitch McConnell's falls raise concerns about his health and future.

Rudy Giuliani claims his false statements about Georgia election workers are protected.

Rudy Giuliani voluntarily interviewed by Justice Department special counsel investigators.