This week, Congress returned from recess, GOP candidates won two special elections in North Carolina, and the nation reflected on the September 11 terrorist attacks. Watch our Week in Review video to quickly get up to speed on what kept the newsrooms buzzing this week.
In The News
How A Fracking Ban Would Impact Americans
Plans by 2020 Democrats to ban fracking would put over 14 million U.S. jobs at risk, double energy prices, and reduce GDP by $1.6 trillion.
2020 Dems: Harris’ Woes Worsen With Response To Offensive Comments
A recent campaign gaffe from Sen. Kamala Harris has only fueled the narrative the California senator’s presidential campaign has stalled out. Catch up on all the developments from the Democratic field in this week’s 2020 recap.
Week Ahead: Congress Returns From Long Summer Reccess
Congress is back in session this week following the long summer recess, President Trump travels to North Carolina to rally support for Tuesday’s special election, and 2020 Dems prepare for Thursday’s debate.
Week In Review: 2020 Dems Discuss “Existential” Crisis At Environmental Town Hall
This week, CNN held a seven hour town hall with the 2020 Democratic candidates where they discussed environmental issues. Find out what they had to say and catch up on all the week’s headlines with our week in review video.
Special Election Preview: North Carolina’s 9th District
All eyes will be on the special election in North Carolina’s 9th District next Tuesday as the outcome will likely carry implications for campaigns in 2020.
2020 Dems: Warren And Sanders Battle To Be The Biden Alternative
As gaffes continue to pile up for former Vice President Joe Biden, Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders are battling to become the top alternative candidate in the 2020 primary. Both candidates were in New Hampshire over the weekend, with Sanders releasing a plan to cancel $81 billion in medical debt and Warren highlighting her electability.
Week Ahead: Final Week Of August Recess
The U.S. House and Senate enter the final week of their summer recess before they begin their last major legislative session before the holidays.
UPDATE: These Are The Colorado Democrats Running To Challenge Cory Gardner
With former Gov. John Hickenlooper’s entrance into the race, there are now 14 Democrats running to challenge Sen. Cory Gardner (R-CO) next year. Who are they?
Week In Review: Harris Tumbles In The Polls
This week, Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) saw her presidential poll numbers tumble, former Vice President Joe Biden’s wife offered a not-so-sterling endorsement of her husband, and pundits debated the merits of a possible recession on the horizon. See what got the newsrooms buzzing in this week’s video review.