Trump’s popular vote win is GOP's first in 20 years
For the first time in 20 years, a Republican presidential candidate is ready to take the White House as the winner of the popular vote.
Congress certifies Donald Trump's election win, paving way for January inauguration
Congress has certified Donald Trump’s election victory, ensuring his inauguration as president on January 20. The process, typically a ceremonial step, was smoother compared to 2021 when a mob disrupted proceedings.
Electoral College: Presidential electors cast official votes for Trump, Harris
Presidential electors across the United States gathered at state capitols to officially cast their votes for either President-elect Donald Trump or Kamala Harris on Tuesday.
Trump says he plans to sue Iowa newspaper over Selzer poll
Donald Trump said he plans to sue an Iowa newspaper that printed J. Ann Selzer’s outlier poll that showed Kamala Harris ahead in the state by 3 points ahead of the election.
Cats vs. dogs: How pet ownership shaped the 2024 presidential election
A survey of over 120,000 voters found that pet ownership played a unique role in the 2024 presidential election.
Final House race called: See the official balance of power results
The balance of power is set: Democrat Adam Gray captured California’s 13th Congressional District, unseating Republican Rep. John Duarte in the final House race to be called.
"Optimistic" vs. "afraid": Post-election poll shows huge difference among Americans' reactions
A mix of emotions were conveyed by people following the results of the presidential election based on a recent poll. Here’s what they said.
Trump nominates former NFL player Scott Turner as housing and urban development secretary
Trump said on Friday he has picked NFL veteran Scott Turner to serve as housing and urban development secretary.
Trump names Scott Bessent to lead treasury department
President-elect Donald Trump named Scott Bessent as his pick to serve as the next secretary of the Department of the Treasury. LiveNOW's Austin Westfall discusses Trump's new pick with economist Dr. Mike Walden.
Matt Gaetz says he’s not returning to Congress
Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz announced Friday he will not be returning to Congress next year after withdrawing as Trump's pick for attorney general. The Washington Examiner's Cami Mondeaux joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to discuss it further.
Trump to nominate Scott Bessent as treasury secretary
Scott Bessent was a key economic policy adviser and fundraiser for the Trump campaign.
Trump picks Pam Bondi as AG after Gaetz withdraws
LiveNOW's Austin Westfall tracks Trump's latest cabinet picks and discusses Matt Gaetz's withdrawal with political analyst Brian Sobel.
What to know about Linda McMahon
LiveNOW's Austin Westfall discusses President-elect Trump's pick Linda McMahon and her background with Arman Jaffer, CEO and founder of Brisk Teaching.
Casey concedes to McCormick in PA Senate race
Pennsylvania Democrat Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday announced he has conceded the race to Republican candidate Dave McCormick, putting an end to a lengthy automatic recount in the Keystone State more than two weeks after Election Day.
What will former Rep. Matt Gaetz do now?
Matt Gaetz has withdrawn as Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general following scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation. Florida Politics reporter AG Gancarski joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to discuss.
Who will Trump pick for attorney general after Gaetz’s withdrawal?
Matt Gaetz’s withdrawal as Trump’s attorney general pick has sparked speculation about who will now lead the Department of Justice.
Italian village offers $1 homes to Americans disgruntled by election results
A rural village on the Italian island of Sardinia is targeting Americans who are disgruntled by the presidential election results. Homes are selling for as cheap as $1.
Trump may not approve FBI background checks
As senators prepare to consider President-elect Donald Trump's picks for his Cabinet, they may be doing so without a well-established staple of the confirmation process: an FBI background check. The Trump transition team has so far not signed the requisite agreements with the White House or the Justice Department to allow the FBI to screen his personnel choices, both for the process of obtaining security clearances and meeting the Senate’s usual standards for nominations. Dan Meyer, partner at Tully Rinckey Law Firm, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
Trump says he will not reconsider Gaetz nom.
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he was not reconsidering the nomination of former Congressman Matt Gaetz as attorney general. Gaetz, 42, who was investigated by the Justice Department for nearly three years over sex trafficking allegations involving a 17-year-old girl, was tapped by Trump on Wednesday to run the agency when he returns to the White House in January. Cayce Myers, professor and director of graduate studies at Virginia Tech School of Communication, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
Majority in House: 4 races still uncalled to finalize size of GOP lead
Republicans have a majority of the House, but these outstanding House races will determine its size.