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McConnell Will Step Down As The Senate Republican Leader In November

Associated Press Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history who maintained his power in the face of dramatic convulsions in the Republican Party for almost two decades, will step down from that position in November.

'Reprehensible And Inappropriate': State Senator Calls LGBTQ People 'Filth' During Forum

News 9 An inflammatory comment made by an Oklahoma senator during a legislative forum in Tahlequah has sparked reaction from lawmakers.

Oklahoma State Senate Passes Bill To Eliminate Grocery Tax

News 9 In a 42-2 vote, the state Senate passed House Bill 1955 to eliminate the 4.5% state tax levied on groceries on Thursday. The bill still needs to be signed by Gov. Kevin Stitt to take effect.

Senate Passes $95.3 Billion Aid Package For Ukraine, Israel And Taiwan After Rare All-Night Session

Associated Press The Senate early Tuesday passed a $95.3 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, pushing ahead after months of difficult negotiations and amid growing political divisions in the Republican Party over the role of the United States abroad.

Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson Ends His 2024 Campaign After 6th-Place Finish In Iowa Caucuses

Associated Press Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson dropped his long-shot bid for the Republican presidential nomination on Tuesday, ending a candidacy that served as a throwback to an earlier era of the GOP but ultimately failed to resonate in a party now dominated by Donald Trump.

Why Are The Iowa Caucuses So Important? What to Know About Today's High-Stakes Vote

CBS News The Republican Party will hold its caucuses on Monday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m. CT, or 8 p.m. ET. Iowa Democrats are holding a caucus on the same day, but are opting for voters to choose their candidate entirely by mail-in ballot this election cycle and will release the results on Super Tuesday on March 5.

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Senate Passes Funding Bill To Avoid Government Shutdown

CBS News The Senate passed a stopgap funding bill by a vote of 87-11 vote. The bill heads to President Biden's desk.

Senate Passes Funding Bill To Avoid Government Shutdown

CBS News The Senate passed a stopgap funding bill by a vote of 87-11 vote. The bill heads to President Biden's desk.

Republican Presidential Candidate Tim Scott Announces He Is Dropping Out Of The 2024 Race

Associated Press Republican presidential candidate Tim Scott abruptly announced late Sunday that he was dropping out of the 2024 race, a development that surprised his donors and stunned his campaign staff just two months before the start of voting in Iowa’s leadoff GOP caucuses.

Republican Presidential Candidate Tim Scott Announces He Is Dropping Out Of The 2024 Race

Former Vice President Mike Pence Ends Campaign For The White House After Struggling To Gain Traction

Associated Press Former Vice President Mike Pence on Saturday dropped his bid for the Republican presidential nomination, ending his campaign for the White House after struggling to raise money and gain traction in the polls.

Former Vice President Mike Pence Ends Campaign For The White House After Struggling To Gain Traction

Newest GOP Speaker Nominee Mike Johnson Intends To Take Bid To House Floor

CBS News Republicans will try again Wednesday to find a path to the next House speaker with GOP Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana, their fourth nominee in three weeks — and the second nominee in a single day.

Newest GOP Speaker Nominee Mike Johnson Intends To Take Bid To House Floor

McCarthy Says 'I'll Survive' After Gaetz Says Effort Is Underway To Oust Him As Speaker

CBS News Far-right Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida said Sunday he will move to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his leadership position after the top Republican relied on Democrats to avert a government shutdown.

McCarthy Says 'I'll Survive' After Gaetz Says Effort Is Underway To Oust Him As Speaker

Biden Exhorts World Leaders At The UN To Stand Up To Russia, Warns Not To Let Ukraine ‘Be Carved Up’

Associated Press The U.S. president called on world leaders to not let support for Ukraine diminish, arguing that Russia is counting on countries to grow tired of prolonged conflict in the eastern European nation.

Biden Exhorts World Leaders At The UN To Stand Up To Russia, Warns Not To Let Ukraine ‘Be Carved Up’

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Ukraine, The Environment Will Top Agenda When Biden Meets UK Politicians And Royalty

Associated Press A dash of pomp and a dose of politics are on the agenda during a stopover visit to the U.K. where President Joe Biden will discuss the environment with King Charles III and the war in Ukraine with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

Ukraine, The Environment Will Top Agenda When Biden Meets UK Politicians And Royalty

Pat Robertson Dies At 93; Founded Christian Broadcasting Network, Christian Coalition

Associated Press Pat Robertson, a religious broadcaster who turned a tiny Virginia station into the global Christian Broadcasting Network, tried a run for president and helped make religion central to Republican Party politics in America through his Christian Coalition, has died. He was 93.

Pat Robertson Dies At 93; Founded Christian Broadcasting Network, Christian Coalition

Pence Opens Presidential Bid With Denunciation Of Trump Over Jan. 6 Insurrection And Abortion

Associated Press Former Vice President Mike Pence opened his bid for the Republican nomination for president Wednesday with a firm denunciation of former President Donald Trump, accusing his two-time running mate of abandoning conservative principles and being guilty of dereliction of duty on Jan. 6, 2021.

Pence Opens Presidential Bid With Denunciation Of Trump Over Jan. 6 Insurrection And Abortion

Former Vice President Mike Pence Tosses Hat Into 2024 Presidential Ring

CBS News Mike Pence has officially announced plans to run for President.

Former Vice President Mike Pence Tosses Hat Into 2024 Presidential Ring

CBS News Mike Pence has officially announced plans to run for President.

Friends To Foes: How Trump And Desantis’ Relationship Has Deteriorated Over The Years

Associated Press It wasn’t always this way.

Friends To Foes: How Trump And Desantis’ Relationship Has Deteriorated Over The Years

Associated Press It wasn’t always this way.

What To Know About Ron DeSantis, Florida’s Governor Set To Seek Presidency

Associated Press After months of anticipation, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to formally enter the Republican presidential primary contest on Wednesday.

What To Know About Ron DeSantis, Florida’s Governor Set To Seek Presidency

Associated Press After months of anticipation, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to formally enter the Republican presidential primary contest on Wednesday.

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Rain Moving Across Oklahoma Wednesday Morning, Storms Possible

News 9 Oklahoma Weather Forecast: Bookmark this page and refresh it often for the latest forecast and daily updates.

Rain Moving Across Oklahoma Wednesday Morning, Storms Possible

News 9 Oklahoma Weather Forecast: Bookmark this page and refresh it often for the latest forecast and daily updates.

'A Little Bit Of Belly Action': Bare-Chested Thunder Superfan Showing Support During NBA Playoffs

Addie Crawford Distracting free throw shooters and energizing his fellow fans, Thunder superfan "Thundor" said he's ready to be there for his team on Wednesday.

'A Little Bit Of Belly Action': Bare-Chested Thunder Superfan Showing Support During NBA Playoffs

Addie Crawford Distracting free throw shooters and energizing his fellow fans, Thunder superfan "Thundor" said he's ready to be there for his team on Wednesday.

Oklahoma Attorney General Asking SCOTUS To Halt Execution Of Richard Glossip

News 9 In a brief filed by Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond, he asks the US Supreme Court to halt the execution of Oklahoma Death Row inmate Richard Glossip.

Oklahoma Attorney General Asking SCOTUS To Halt Execution Of Richard Glossip

News 9 In a brief filed by Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond, he asks the US Supreme Court to halt the execution of Oklahoma Death Row inmate Richard Glossip.

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Rain Moving Across Oklahoma Wednesday Morning, Storms Possible

News 9 Oklahoma Weather Forecast: Bookmark this page and refresh it often for the latest forecast and daily updates.

'A Little Bit Of Belly Action': Bare-Chested Thunder Superfan Showing Support During NBA Playoffs

Addie Crawford Distracting free throw shooters and energizing his fellow fans, Thunder superfan "Thundor" said he's ready to be there for his team on Wednesday.

Oklahoma Attorney General Asking SCOTUS To Halt Execution Of Richard Glossip

News 9 In a brief filed by Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond, he asks the US Supreme Court to halt the execution of Oklahoma Death Row inmate Richard Glossip.

City Of Edmond Moving To New Utilities Portal, Old System Unavailable To Residents During Transition

News 9 As the City of Edmond transitions to a new city utilities portal, residents still using the old portal will be unable to access it on Wednesday.

1 Hospitalized Following SW Oklahoma City Fight, Police Say

News 9 One person was arrested after a fight in southwest Oklahoma City resulted in one person being hospitalized, police say.

Oklahoma Secretary Of Tourism Denies Auditor’s Claim Of Conflict Of Interest

News 9 Oklahoma's State Auditor said she's sounding the alarm on misspent federal dollars dating back to 2020. After Cindy Byrd released her report, Attorney General Gentner Drummond asked a state secretary to resign.

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