Tom Howell Jr.
Articles by Tom Howell Jr.
VP Kamala Harris kicks off college tour in Va.
Vice President Kamala Harris warned college students Thursday there is an "intentional, full-on attack" against hard-won freedoms in America, hoping to energize young voters who fueled her win with President Biden in 2020 and could determine if they are reelected. Published September 14, 2023
Pelosi’s tepid take on whether Kamala Harris is the best running mate for Biden: ‘He thinks so’
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi gave a not-so-definitive answer late Wednesday when pressed if Vice President Kamala Harris is the best running mate for President Biden in 2024. Published September 14, 2023
Retired U.S. generals to McCarthy: Don’t give up on Ukraine aid
Two former U.S. generals who led forces in Europe urged House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Wednesday to sustain American support for Ukraine's military, saying Kyiv's effort to repel Russian invaders is at a critical juncture. Published September 13, 2023
White House pleads with media outlets to scrutinize House GOP impeachment push
The White House is cajoling media outlets to be more skeptical of the House GOP impeachment inquiry into President Biden, dispatching a memo Wednesday that points to Republicans who are skeptical of the effort. Published September 13, 2023
CDC recommends updated COVID-19 booster shots for all Americans
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday recommended updated COVID-19 boosters for all Americans ages 6 months and older. Published September 12, 2023
FDA panel says ingredient in popular oral decongestants is not effective
The main ingredient in popular oral decongestants doesn't seem to work, advisers to the Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday in a unanimous vote that could result in the products being withdrawn from store shelves. Published September 12, 2023
Americans aren’t worried about COVID-19 despite case spike: Poll
Americans are less concerned about COVID-19 than at any point in the pandemic, according to a poll released Tuesday that says most don't fear new variants despite a spike in reported cases. Published September 12, 2023
FDA approves updated booster shot for COVID-19 ahead of fall campaign
The Food and Drug Administration approved updated booster shots for COVID-19 on Monday, a major step toward launching a fall immunization campaign against the virus that is now viewed as a perennial but manageable threat. Published September 11, 2023
Biden cut off mid-sentence at Vietnam press conference, leaves stage to jazzy music
President Biden was cut off Sunday as he spoke at a Hanoi press conference in Vietnam and shuffled off the stage, award-show style, as jazz music played in the background. Published September 11, 2023
Biden, Vietnamese leaders hail new era of relations, mark progress since war
President Biden on Monday said the U.S. is entering a "new stage" in its relationship with Vietnam, a rising trading partner that offers an Asian alternative to China. Published September 11, 2023
Biden sits down with Indian Prime Minister Modi to kick off G20 summit in India
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi literally rolled out the red carpet for President Biden as he arrived at a G20 summit in New Delhi that will focus on the war in Ukraine and other global challenges. Published September 8, 2023
HHS officials give live demo of how to use overdose-reversing Narcan
President Biden's top health officials are giving Americans a hands-on look at how to use naloxone, the generic name for Narcan's overdose-reversing drug available at pharmacies without a prescription. Published September 8, 2023
VP’s husband, Doug Emhoff, will attend a 9/11 ceremony in Shanksville, Pa.
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff on Monday will participate in a memorial service in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, to honor those who died on Flight 93 after it was hijacked on Sept. 11, 2001. Published September 8, 2023
Biden won’t meet with top Chinese official at G20 summit
President Biden does not plan to meet this weekend with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, who is attending the G20 summit in place of President Xi Jinping. Published September 8, 2023
Biden flies to Asia for G20 summit, Vietnam stop after near-miss with COVID-19
President Biden departed Thursday for the G20 summit in India and a stop in Vietnam after testing negative for COVID-19. Published September 7, 2023
Biden touts Ukraine support, visit in new campaign ad
President Biden is leaning into his support for Ukraine with a 2024 campaign ad that promotes his decision to aid Kyiv's military against the Russian invasion, drawing a contrast between his administration and parts of the GOP field. Published September 7, 2023
VP Harris to tour swing-state colleges ahead of 2024 elections
Vice President Kamala Harris is heading on a monthlong tour of a dozen colleges in swing states that are critical to her reelection hopes alongside President Biden. Published September 7, 2023
Cannabis industry no longer riding high: Job losses, supply imbalances, dwindling profits hit sector
Western states such as California and Oregon are overflowing with cannabis, a supply glut that is driving down prices and sparking pleas for federal permission to sell marijuana across state lines. Published September 6, 2023
Sen. J.D. Vance authors bill to ban any return of federal mask mandates
Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio is filing legislation Tuesday that bars the federal government from imposing mask mandates on transit systems or in schools. Published September 5, 2023
NYC aims to combat dangerous subway surfing among teens
New York officials launched a campaign Tuesday to fight subway surfing, a potentially deadly trend in which young people ride on top of moving train cars. Published September 5, 2023