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Get Schooled! How the Electoral College Works
It's a system that's unique to the United States of American – but exactly is the electoral college, how does it work and what part does it play in our democracy? Discover more about the group of "electors" who have the final say.
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Ida B. Wells: Journalist and Anti-Lynching Activist
Investigative journalist Ida B. Wells made it her mission to exposing the horrors of racism in the American South, but it wasn't easy.
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US Constitution: The Separation of Powers in the U.S. Government
Understanding the U.S. Constitution: 13. This clip outlines the structure of the U.S. government. It demonstrates how the three branches of government are designed to be separate from one another.
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The US Constitution
We all know what the US Constitution is – but do you know its origins story? Let’s delve into history and discover more about the most document in US history.
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“You're Fired!” How To Get Rid Of The President
Impeachment is the process of removing the President from office. But what does it really take to get fired as Commander-in-Chief?
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US Constitution: The System of Checks and Balances
Understanding the U.S. Constitution: 1. This clip explains how the system of Checks and Balances established by the U.S. Constitution works.
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History Kids: How a Bill Becomes a Law
This video explains the process of how a bill becomes a law in the United States. It covers the steps from coming up with an idea to the bill being signed by the president. The video also includes interactive questions to test the...
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History Kids: The Legislative Branch
This video provides an overview of the legislative branch of the United States government, known as Congress. It explains how Congress was formed, the roles of the House of Representatives and the Senate, and the powers and...
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Trump backs former Rep. Matt Gaetz despite fallout from ethics investigation
President-elect Donald Trump appears to be standing by former congressman Matt Gaetz even as concerns still swirl over an unreleased ethics investigation into Gaetz's time as a representative. (Scripps News)
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Arizona continues counting ballots as Senate race remains undecided
Election officials in Arizona are still working to tabulate votes as a tight race for the state's vacant seat in the U.S. Senate remains too close to call. (Scripps News)
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House passes three-month funding bill to keep the government running
The House of Representatives has passed a short-term funding bill, sending it to the Senate, where it is expected to pass. (Scripps News)
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House GOP report blames Biden-Harris for chaotic US withdrawal from Afghanistan
The House Foreign Affairs Committee released a report Monday placing blame blame on President Biden and Vice President Harris for the deadly and disorderly 2021 U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. (Scripps News)
Bloomberg
Rep. Mike Johnson Elected Speaker of the House
Bloomberg's Laura Davison and Julie Fine discuss Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana elected as Speaker of the House. They gives their insights on what's next for Speaker Johnson and the challenges waiting for him such as Israel and Ukraine...
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'Fatigue Set In:' Sparks on Johnson Elected as Speaker
Matt Sparks, Republican Strategist and Former Deputy Chief of Staff to Speaker Kevin McCarthy, gives his insights on Rep. Mike Johnson being elected as Speaker of the House, and discusses how his lack of leadership position in Congress...
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House in Chaos Over Speaker Turmoil
Bloomberg's Peggy Collins and Nick Wadhams discuss the latest on the battle for Speaker of the House as a third vote for Rep. Jim Jordan is expected after talks of extending the powers of Speaker Pro Tempore Patrick McHenry stall. They...
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Amy Walter on Steve Scalise, Trump, and George Santos
The Cook Political Report Editor-In-Chief, Amy Walter, discusses Steve Scalise winning the House Republican nomination for Speaker and gives her insights as to whether or not she thinks he will receive the 217 votes needed to be Speaker...
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Republicans Nominate Scalise of Louisiana to Be Speaker
Republicans voted behind closed doors to nominate Steve Scalise of Louisiana to be the next US House speaker, succeeding Kevin McCarthy who was deposed by party hardliners last week. Kailey Leinz reports on "Bloomberg Markets."
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The Federal Deficit (Debate) Is Out of Control
Too much federal spending is at the core of what Congress is fighting over. It's one of the main arguments conservative Republicans used when the government almost shut down in September and for ousting Kevin McCarthy as Speaker.
But...
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The Fight for House Speaker
Bloomberg's Nancy Cook and Gregory Korte gives their reaction on Rep. Matt Gaetz's interview with Annmarie and Joe, and give their insight on Rep. Jim Jordan and Rep. Steve Scalise announcing their plans to run for Speaker, and what the...
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US House in 'Total Chaos,' Senator Blumenthal Says
"I am frustrated beyond words," Senator Richard Blumenthal, a Connecticut Democrat, says about the possibility of a federal government shutdown. He speaks with Scarlet Fu on "Bloomberg Markets."
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May Be Short Shutdown: MacGuineas
Maya MacGuineas, President of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget joins Balance of Power to discuss the budget battle in Congress and to articulate the warring positions of the Congressmembers seeking to fund the government....
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Last-Minute US Shutdown Deal Unlikely
Bloomberg's Akayla Gardener & Dan Flatley give their remarks on the possible government shutdown, Senator Menendez resignation on federal corruption charges and Biden's impeachment . They also talk about last night's third Republican...
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Congress Facing Shutdown, Zelenskiy Seeks Support
Bloomberg's Michael Dorning and Courtney McBride discuss the latest on the possible government shutdown as lawmakers will only have about four days to figure things out when they come back from the weekend. They also give their insight...