This page is an archive of main headlines from the US for 09.09.2024.
It displays 185 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
House Foreign Affairs Committee report claims the Biden administration prioritized "optics" over safety. Democrats, the minority on the panel, reject the findings as relying on "cherry-picked" testimony.
The videos offer rare visual evidence of the slaughter routinely occurring in Sudan as its armed forces battle a paramilitary group in a conflict the United States estimates has cost about 500,000 lives.
02:03 (06:03)โขTrump vs. Harris: Debate Showdown Looms
โจThe US headlines predominantly focus on the imminent presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Multiple sources (NYTimes, The Hill, CBS, CNN, Fox News) report on polls showing a tight race in key swing states. Both candidates' debate preparations are scrutinized, with Harris reportedly viewing it as an opportunity to confront Trump directly. Trump's informal approach and potential legal threats to opponents are highlighted (HuffPost, Washington Post). The debate's potential impact on the election is being widely analyzed. In other news, a school shooting in Georgia has raised questions about prevention measures (AP News, Breitbart, NYTimes).
โWhite Fragilityโ author Robin DiAngelo was hoodwinked into dipping into her own pocketbook to pay reparations to a black producer in podcaster Matt Walshโs upcoming documentary โAm I Racist.โ
โMr. Biden has demonstrated distrust of Americaโs military experts and advisors and has prioritized politics and his personal legacy over Americaโs national security interests,โ the report asserted.
The dollar edged higher but would be prevented from rising too much as investors continue to price in aggressive interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, Unicredit Research said.
03:35 (07:35 in your timezone)
04:03
Yahoo! News
5 takeaways from the latest Harris-Trump polls
The race for the White House remains exceedingly โ and stubbornly โ close on the eve of Tuesday's high-stakes debate.
Ex-NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo is in front of the Republican-created COVID Select Committee on Tuesday. Hereโs the Trump record it should be examining, he writes.
05:45 (09:45 in your timezone)
05:45 (09:45)โขTrump vs. Harris: Debate Showdown Looms
โจThe US headlines extensively cover the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC News, CBS, CNN, Fox News). Polls show a tight race in key swing states (The Hill, CBS News/YouGov). Both candidates' debate preparations are scrutinized, with Harris reportedly viewing it as an opportunity to confront Trump directly. Trump's approach and potential legal threats to opponents are highlighted (CNN, HuffPost). The debate's potential impact on the election is widely analyzed. In other news, a school shooting in Georgia has raised questions about prevention measures (NYTimes, Breitbart).
โThey can tell a [Chinese intelligence] agent, โThis is the person you need to talk to. If you want to coerce them, hereโs who they are,โโ a House aide briefed on the law told The Post. โโI have access to employee data. This is theirโฆ
Hoonigan, the automotive aftermarket company owned by private-equity firm Clearlake Capital, filed for bankruptcy Sunday after pursuing an expansion plan that left it saddled with too much debt.
โจThe US headlines are dominated by the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox). Both candidates face significant challenges and risks on the debate stage (ABC). Trump's recent threats to jail election officials are seen as potentially playing into Harris' narrative (CNN). Harris aims to promote herself as a change candidate without criticizing Biden (NYTimes). Polls show a tight race (Yahoo). In other news, a school shooting in Georgia raises questions about prevention after the suspect's mother warned the school (Breitbart, AP).
As Trump and Harris prepare to debate Tuesday, his three meetings with Clinton in 2016 illustrate the challenges facing both candidates in what is again shaping up to be an extremely close election.
How to survive the coming onslaught of viral illnesses.
08:45 (12:45 in your timezone)
08:45 (12:45)โขDebate Eve: Trump and Harris Prepare for High-Stakes Showdown
โจThe US headlines focus heavily on the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox). The debate, set for tomorrow in Philadelphia, is seen as a critical opportunity to shape the election (ABC, CBS). Both candidates face unique challenges: Harris must promote herself without criticizing Biden (NYTimes), while Trump's recent threats to jail election officials are scrutinized (CNN). Polls show a tight race (Yahoo, AP). The debate's potential impact on key states like Pennsylvania is highlighted (AP). In other news, a school shooting in Georgia raises questions about prevention after the suspect's mother warned the school (Breitbart).
The dollar strengthened ahead of August CPI inflation, which was expected to remain strong enough to keep the Fed on the hawkish side, and cut rates only by 25 basis points next week.
The number of lawmakers backing pro-democracy issues such as voting rights and campaign finance reform is surging, even as Capitol Hill is mired in partisan gridlock. Of the 535 members of Congress, 117 lawmakers received perfect scores for their support of โpro-democracy reform billsโ and votes, according to the fifth biennial Democracy Scorecard released Monday...
A new lawsuit backed by Trump-linked operatives seeks to make dark money donations tax-deductible. The rich already face no spending limits on influencing elections and, if successful, the suit could turbocharge dark money in politics.
As Trump and Harris prepare to debate Tuesday, his three meetings with Clinton in 2016 illustrate the challenges facing both candidates in what is again shaping up to be an extremely close election.
10:04 (14:04)โขDebate Eve: Trump vs. Harris Showdown Looms
โจThe US headlines predominantly focus on the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, scheduled for tomorrow (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox). This debate is viewed as a critical opportunity to shape the election (ABC, CBS). Both candidates face unique challenges: Harris must promote herself without criticizing Biden (NYTimes), while Trump's recent threats to jail election officials are under scrutiny (CNN). Polls indicate a tight race (Yahoo, AP). The debate's potential impact on key states like Florida is highlighted (Newsweek). Some sources report on Harris finally revealing her policy positions just before the debate (Fox, Breitbart).
A large Palestinian flag was unfurled across the Brooklyn tower of the Williamsburg Bridge during the morning rush hour Monday. Two individuals, potentially police officers, were spotted making their way up to the flag, footage by a user onโฆ
We spoke with Uncommitted movement cofounder Abbas Alawieh about the movementโs accomplishments at the DNC, the potential disaster of a Trump presidency for Palestine, and Uncommittedโs vision to change the Democratic Partyโs support for slaughter in Gaza.
Republicans have accused the vice president of being vague in her policies, but she has sought to spike their guns with a new page on the campaign website outlining her agenda.
11:45 (15:45 in your timezone)
11:46 (15:46)โขTrump vs. Harris: Debate Showdown Looms
โจThe US headlines predominantly focus on the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes). Both candidates face unique challenges: Harris must promote herself without criticizing Biden, while Trump's recent threats to jail election officials are under scrutiny. The debate is viewed as a critical opportunity to shape the election, with polls indicating a tight race.
Tuesdayโs faceoff, which may be the only presidential debate between the two nominees, could be the largest audience either faces before Election Day
A manhunt for a Kentucky man has entered its third day on Monday as officers hacked through โjungleโ-like terrain with machetes in search of a suspect who opened fire close to Interstate 75 over the weekend, wounding five people and striking 12 vehicles, according to authorities.
12:03 (16:03 in your timezone)
12:23
CNN
Debate team prepares Harris for range of insults from Trump, sources say
As she reads up on his policy positions, Harris has also spoken with Biden and Hillary Clinton, who have first-hand experience debating Trump
12:23 (16:23 in your timezone)
12:24
Yahoo! News
How to watch the Harris-Trump presidential debate
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will go head-to-head for the first time on Tuesday in a televised event hosted by ABC News.
Google is set to face another significant legal challenge as the Justice Departmentโs antitrust case against the companyโs ad-tech practices heads to trial.
A new study links the recent use of hair oils, lotions and other personal care products with higher levels of phthalates in children. The hormone-disrupting chemicals are a health concern for kids.
Tuesdayโs faceoff, which may be the only presidential debate between the two nominees, could be the largest audience either faces before Election Day
Harris and Trumpโs showdown reflects not just two separate visions for the country but two politicians who approach big moments very differently.
12:45 (16:45 in your timezone)
12:46 (16:46)โขTrump vs. Harris: The Debate That Could Shape the Election
โจThe US headlines extensively cover the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes). This debate, scheduled for tomorrow, is seen as a crucial opportunity to shape the election (ABC, CBS). Both candidates face unique challenges: Harris must promote herself without criticizing Biden (NYTimes), while Trump's debate style and recent statements are scrutinized (CNN, HuffPost).
Mourners, including members of the NHL Columbus Blue Jackets and Calgary Flames, packed a Pennsylvania church to offer their last respects to John and Matthew Gaudreau on Monday.
Some regions of Texas have already run out of water โ and the rest face a looming crisis, the stateโs agriculture commissioner said on Sunday. โWe lose about a farm a week in Texas, but itโs 700 years before we run out of land,โ Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller told WFAAโs Inside Texas Politics show on Sunday. โThe...
Kate, largely out of the public eye since Christmas, said she was โlooking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can.โ
13:33 (17:33 in your timezone)
13:33 (17:33)โขClash of the Titans: Trump vs. Harris Debate Showdown
โจThe US headlines are dominated by the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes). Both candidates face unique challenges: Harris must promote herself without criticizing Biden, while Trump's debate style and past remarks are scrutinized (CNN, NYTimes). The debate is viewed as a critical opportunity to shape the election, with polls indicating a tight race (Yahoo, AP).
13:33 (17:33)โขShowdown Looms: Trump vs. Harris Debate
โจThe US headlines extensively cover the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes). Scheduled for tomorrow, it's seen as a crucial opportunity to shape the election (ABC, CBS). Harris faces challenges in promoting herself without criticizing Biden (NYTimes), while Trump's debate style and recent statements are scrutinized (CNN, HuffPost). Polls indicate a tight race (Yahoo, AP).
Mourners, including members of the NHL Columbus Blue Jackets and Calgary Flames, packed a Pennsylvania church to offer their last respects to John and Matthew Gaudreau on Monday.
Former California Senate Majority Leader Gloria Romero is the latest Democrat to denounce her party affiliation in favor of her Republican counterparts.
Itโs not just the Princess of Wales. More and more young people are getting cancer.
14:04 (18:04 in your timezone)
14:04 (18:04)โขTrump vs. Harris: The Debate Showdown
โจThe US headlines extensively cover the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes). Scheduled for tomorrow, it's seen as a crucial opportunity to shape the election. Both candidates face unique challenges: Harris must promote herself without criticizing Biden (NYTimes), while Trump's debate style and past remarks are scrutinized (CNN, NYTimes). Polls indicate a tight race (Yahoo, AP).
14:23
CNN
New rules from GOP-majority election board may cause chaos in Georgia
The reshaping of the board in a swing state shows how some Republicans who cast doubt on the 2020 election are driving rules and overseeing some elections
81-year-old President Joe Biden, the oldest U.S. president to ever hold office, has taken enough vacation days to match what a typical employee would accumulate over 48 years.
Mourners, including members of the NHL Columbus Blue Jackets and Calgary Flames, packed a Pennsylvania church to offer their last respects to John and Matthew Gaudreau on Monday.
Bold cabernet sauvignon wines made Napa Valley famous. Now, hotter temperatures are starting to damage the grapes, so some wineries are starting to experiment.
15:03 (19:03)โขTrump vs Harris: Debate Showdown Looms
โจThe US headlines focus heavily on the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes). Both candidates face unique challenges, with Harris needing to promote herself without criticizing Biden, and Trump's debate style and past remarks under scrutiny. The debate is seen as a crucial opportunity to shape the election, with polls indicating a tight race (Yahoo, AP).
Alan Dershowitz has announced that he will be leaving the Democrat Party due to feeling โdisgustedโ by what he witnessed at last monthโs Democratic National Convention.
16:03 (20:03)โขTrump vs. Harris: Debate Showdown Looms
โจThe US headlines focus heavily on the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes, Yahoo, AP). Both candidates face unique challenges, with Harris needing to promote herself without criticizing Biden, and Trump's debate style and past remarks under scrutiny. The debate is seen as a crucial opportunity to shape the election, with polls indicating a tight race.
Kamala Harris has come out against a fracking ban, in line with the media narrative that voters in the crucial swing state of Pennsylvania love fracking. But public support for the environmentally destructive practice in the state is thin and on the decline.
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries is rejecting a proposal Speaker Mike Johnson has put forward that links continued government funding for six months with a measure to require proof of citizenship when registering to vote.
16:45 (20:45)โขTrump vs. Harris: The Debate Showdown
โจThe US headlines focus heavily on tomorrow's presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes, Yahoo). Both candidates face unique challenges: Harris must promote herself without criticizing Biden, while Trump's debate style and past remarks are scrutinized (CNN, NYTimes). The debate is seen as a crucial opportunity to shape the election, with polls indicating a tight race (Yahoo, AP).
The widow of NHL Columbus Blue Jackets star Johnny Gaudreau, who tragically died along with his brother after being struck by an alleged drunk driver, announced that she is pregnant.
16:45 (20:45 in your timezone)
17:02
NBC News
Legendary actor James Earl Jones dies at 93
The Oscar nominee was known for voicing Darth Vader in "Star Wars."
Ed Kranepool, who jumped from a Bronx high school to the big leagues with the original Mets at the age of 17 and who spent all 18 of his major league seasons in Flushing, died Sunday at the age of 79.
In a video released by Variety, rock legend Elton John called former President Donald Trump's moniker for Kim Jong Un, the leader of North Korea, "hilarious."
17:03 (21:03 in your timezone)
17:23
CNN
RFK Jr. to remain on ballot in Michigan, court rules
Kennedy pushed to have his named removed in the key battleground state after he ended his campaign and endorsed Trump
Everything about Jones was big: his stage presence, the intensity of his glance and the brilliance of his craft. From Star Wars to The Lion King to CNN, his voice pervaded popular culture.
James Earl Jones, the voice of โStar Warsโ villain Darth Vader, passed away at home on Monday, Sept. 9. He was 93.
17:23 (21:23 in your timezone)
17:24 (21:24)โขTrump vs. Harris: Debate Showdown Looms
โจUS headlines focus on the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes, Yahoo). Both face unique challenges: Harris must promote herself without criticizing Biden, while Trump's debate style and past remarks are scrutinized (CNN, NYTimes). The debate is seen as crucial for shaping the election, with polls indicating a tight race (Yahoo, AP).
The CMA snub just proves what Beyoncรฉ was trying to tell us all along.
17:24 (21:24 in your timezone)
17:46
Yahoo! News
James Earl Jones, authoritative actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93
A commanding presence onscreen, Jones gained greater fame off camera as the voice of the "Star Wars" villain and of Mufasa, the benevolent leader in "The Lion King."
By John Whitehead and Nisha Whitehead September 9, 2024 (Views expressed by guest commentators may not reflect the views of OAN or its affiliates.)
18:04 (22:04 in your timezone)
18:04 (22:04)โขTrump vs. Harris: The Debate Showdown
โจThe US headlines focus extensively on the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes, Yahoo). This first face-off is seen as crucial for shaping the election. Both candidates face unique challenges: Harris must promote herself without criticizing Biden, while Trump's debate style and past remarks are under scrutiny. Additionally, the death of actor James Earl Jones at 93 is widely reported (NBC, NPR, NY Post).
James Earl Jones โ the illustrious actor with a universally recognized baritone voice who starred in numerous movies and stage productions but who will forever be known as the voice of Darth Vader in the โStar Warsโ movies โ has died, according to multiple reports. He was 93.
18:24 (22:24 in your timezone)
18:24
CNN
Is Harris a good debater? Here's what we know
As a debater, Trump is loose with facts, quick with an insult and confident to the extreme. The VP will try to leave her mark in other ways.
James Earl Jones, legendary actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93
A commanding presence onscreen, Jones gained greater fame off camera as the voice of the "Star Wars" villain and of Mufasa, the benevolent leader in "The Lion King."
As of Tuesday, Nate Silverโs model gave former President Donald Trump, 78, a 64.4% chance of winning the election, a new high for the Republican nominee since President Biden ended his bid for re-election July 21.
The House Foreign Affairs Committee announced Sunday the release of its sweeping 354-page report on the disastrous Biden Administration Afghanistan withdrawal of U.S. troops.
18:46 (22:46 in your timezone)
19:03
NBC News
Harris, Trump campaigns spin expectations ahead of ABC News debate
Harris warned that Trump will lie during the pair's first head-to-head match.
James Earl Jones, the voice actor known for playing Darth Vader in โStar Warsโ and Mufasa in "The Lion Kingโ movie, has died at 93-years-old.
19:04 (23:04 in your timezone)
19:04 (23:04)โขJames Earl Jones, Voice of Darth Vader, Dies at 93
โจThe US headlines report extensively on the death of James Earl Jones, the iconic actor and voice of Darth Vader, at age 93 (Breitbart, NBC, NPR, Yahoo, AP, OANN). Additionally, there's focus on the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, with discussion of their respective challenges and debate strategies (ABC, CBS, CNN, NY Post, NYTimes).
James Earl Jones, the Oscar-nominated actor who lent his resonant voice to Darth Vader in the โStar Warsโ movie franchise, died Monday morning. He was 93.
Jason Miller said Donald Trump will hold Kamala Harris accountable for the countless failures of her and Joe Bidenโs administration during their debate.
20:46 (00:46)โขTrump vs. Harris: The Debate Showdown
โจThe US headlines report extensively on the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes, Yahoo). Both candidates face unique challenges, with Harris needing to balance her stance against Trump's potential falsehoods (ABC, CNN) and Trump facing scrutiny over his cognitive health (NYTimes). The debate is seen as a crucial opportunity to shape the election (NY Post, Yahoo).
Jason Miller said Donald Trump will hold Kamala Harris accountable for the countless failures of her and Joe Bidenโs administration during their debate.
Some critics accuse the campaign of scrambling to appease warring internal factions. But her vision has drawn praise for taking a broader view of the economy.
In preparation for Tuesday's presidential debate, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are taking sharp turns, presenting a contrasted platform that represents not just their divergent views of the nation, but also, their differing approaches to critical events as politicians.
Less than a minute after the first words were exchanged between officers and Hill, an officer roughly pulled Hill from the car and forced him to the ground. Hill was cited for careless driving.
NYU Stern School of Business interim dean J.P. Eggers was one of 14 educators from the school to sign a letter condemning former President Donald Trump in 2020.
Vice President Kamala Harris published a policy page on her official website Sundayย promising she is โready to be Commander in Chief on day one,โ but she cited one of her most notorious foreign policy gaffes โ claiming the United States has a โstrong allianceโ with North Korea โ as evidence.
22:46 (02:46)โขTrump vs. Harris: Debate Showdown Looms
โจThe US headlines focus heavily on the upcoming presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris (ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox, NYTimes, Yahoo). Both candidates face unique challenges: Harris must balance her stance against Trump's potential falsehoods (ABC, CNN), while Trump faces scrutiny over his cognitive health (NYTimes). The debate is seen as a crucial opportunity to shape the election (NY Post, Yahoo).
Vice President Kamala Harris published a policy page on her official website Sundayย promising she is โready to be Commander in Chief on day one,โ but she cited one of her most notorious foreign policy gaffes โ claiming the United States has a โstrong allianceโ with North Korea โ as evidence.
An Israeli strike on an area in the Gaza Strip home to Palestinians displaced by the Israel-Hamas war has killed at least 40 people and wounded 60 others.
Palestinian officials say an Israeli strike on a crowded tent camp housing Palestinians displaced by the war in Gaza has killed at least 40 people and wounded 60 others.