2022 United States elections News & Breaking Stories

Gov. Youngkin distances himself from Trump and Haley as Super Tuesday nears, sparking speculation on his future in the GOP.

Pennsylvania House of Representatives control is up for grabs in a special election. It's the fourth time in a year.

Ohio and Virginia voters decide on abortion rights, impacting 2024 elections. Kentucky and Mississippi also elect governors. High stakes for both parties.

Sam Bankman-Fried, founder of cryptocurrency exchange FTX, has been convicted of one of the biggest financial frauds in US history. Bankman-Fried, who amassed a net worth of $26 billion before turning 30, used his wealth to gain political influence and hired celebrities to promote FTX as safe. However, prosecutors claim that his responsible image was a cover for embezzling customer funds. Bankman-Fried has pleaded not guilty to seven counts of fraud and conspiracy.

Former President Donald Trump complies with a gag order by not attacking the judge's staff in his civil fraud trial, but criticizes New York State Attorney General Letitia James instead.

Democratic megadonor Sam Bankman-Fried considered paying former President Donald Trump not to run for reelection in 2020, according to a new book. Bankman-Fried's associates reportedly established a covert communication line with Trump's camp and found he could potentially be swayed for $5 billion. Bankman-Fried also planned to contribute millions to Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell to defeat "Trumpier" candidates. Bankman-Fried is currently facing charges of fraud and embezzlement.

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

Kamala Harris is going on tour again, this time embarking on a 14-date college tour aimed at reaching young voters and talking up Democratic positions on abortion, gun control, LGBT rights, and climate change.

"Abortion ranks low in importance for GOP primary voters, with fewer than half supporting a national ban, according to a CBS News poll."

Donald Trump remains the front-runner for the Republican presidential nomination despite facing multiple indictments and scandals, with each indictment boosting his support and fundraising numbers. His ability to weather legal challenges has reinforced his "Teflon Don" persona and messaging strategy that the system is rigged against him. While his legal troubles may hurt him with independent and swing voters, Trump remains confident of his chances and sees each indictment as bringing him closer to the White House.

The first New York Times/Siena College poll on the 2024 presidential campaign shows a close race between Biden and Trump. Biden has stronger support among Democrats but lacks enthusiasm. Hispanic voters show potential vulnerability. Trump's legal issues and Biden's son's investigations could impact the race. Age remains a factor.

White House spokesperson invokes Hatch Act to dodge questions on cocaine.

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre violated the Hatch Act by referring to GOP officials and candidates as "mega MAGA Republicans," according to a government watchdog agency. Jean-Pierre will face no consequences for the violation.