Tom Howell Jr.
Articles by Tom Howell Jr.
DOJ rebukes GOP ‘conspiracy theory’ over Biden links to Trump case
The Department of Justice told House Republicans it conducted an exhaustive search for contacts between its lawyers in Washington and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and "found none." Published June 11, 2024
Sen. J.D. Vance coy about Trump V.P. pick, won’t ‘lobby’ for it
Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio said Monday he won't "lobby" to be former President Donald Trump's running mate, noting plenty of other good choices are available. Published June 10, 2024
Trump to sit for N.Y. probation interview from Mar-a-Lago
Former President Donald Trump will speak to a New York probation officer Monday from his Florida home at Mar-a-Lago, his campaign said. Published June 10, 2024
Zelenskyy tells Biden of struggles in Donbas, success near Kharkiv
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy gave President Biden a "frank" update on his army's slog as Kyiv tries to repel Russian invaders for a third year, according to the White House. Published June 7, 2024
House lawmakers parachute into Normandy to mark D-Day anniversary
House lawmakers commemorated the 80th anniversary of D-Day by parachuting into Normandy, France. Published June 7, 2024
Biden hails cliff-climbing defenders of democracy, swipes at Putin in Pointe du Hoc speech
President Biden used a visit to Pointe du Hoc, a pivotal landing point in France for American troops during World War II, to rally the world against Russian President Vladimir Putin and warn against the resurgence of "hateful ideologies" that took hold in the 1930s and 1940s. Published June 7, 2024
Biden huddles with Zelenskyy in Paris, says he’s sorry House GOP held up war aid
President Biden apologized to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for Congress's lengthy delay in approving $61 billion more for the war effort. Published June 7, 2024
Biden rules out pardon for son Hunter if convicted of federal gun charges
President Biden said Thursday he would not pardon his son, Hunter, if he is convicted in his ongoing trial on gun charges. Published June 6, 2024
Biden: Ukraine can’t use U.S.-made weapons to strike Moscow
President Biden insisted Thursday that Ukraine is not authorized to strike Moscow with American-made weapons after Russian President Vladimir Putin accused the U.S. of direct participation in the war. Published June 6, 2024
Biden hails global alliances, bravery of aging veterans at D-Day commemoration
President Biden on Thursday hailed the U.S. and Allied forces who stormed the beaches of Normandy 80 years ago, saying they overcame a tyrant who thought "the future belonged to dictators." Published June 6, 2024
Georgia court pauses Trump’s racketeering case pending decision on disqualifying DA Fani Willis
A Georgia appellate court Wednesday paused the election subversion case against former President Donald Trump pending its decision on whether Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis should have been disqualified from the case. Published June 5, 2024
Prosecutors want to muzzle Trump through July 11 sentencing
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office said Wednesday it would oppose former President Donald Trump's request to lift a gag order that prevented him from commenting on jurors, witnesses and court staff during his hush money trial. Published June 5, 2024
All Americans safe after Beirut embassy gun battle, says Biden’s national security adviser
President Biden's national security adviser said all American personnel are "safe and accounted for" after reports of gunfire Wednesday near the U.S. Embassy in Beirut. Published June 5, 2024
Measles scare at major airports spark vaccination plea from health officials
Health officials are urging Americans to remain vaccinated against measles, pointing to outbreaks at home and abroad and cases reported in travelers at major airports on both coasts. Published June 5, 2024
Biden to visit Italy this month for G7, White House confirms
President Biden will attend the Group of Seven meetings in the southern Italian region of Puglia on June 13 and June 14, the White House said Tuesday. Published June 4, 2024
Biden likely to meet with Zelenskyy on sidelines of D-Day event
President Biden will highlight the impact of U.S. veterans and allies from the D-Day invasion of 80 years ago and could meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the remembrance in France this week, the White House said Tuesday. Published June 4, 2024
Biden says there’s ‘every reason’ for people to think Netanyahu is prolonging war to stay in power
President Biden says there is "every reason" for people to conclude that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is prolonging the war in Gaza for his political preservation. Published June 4, 2024
Biden says he never worried about his age when deciding to run for reelection
President Biden says he is the best person to occupy the White House even though he would be 86 years old at the end of a second term. Published June 4, 2024
Biden hails newly elected Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, nation’s first female leader
President Biden congratulated Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday for making history as the first woman to be elected as president of Mexico. Published June 3, 2024
Biden campaign focuses on Pride Month to lock down LGBT support
The Biden campaign said Monday it will focus heavily on Pride Month events across the country to lock down support from the LGBT community, especially young people. Published June 3, 2024
