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Live Blog, Fact-Checked: The Second Presidential Debate (October 9, 2016)

Kelly Phillips ErbOctober 9, 2016

Welcome to our live coverage of the October 9, 2016, presidential debate. At around 9:00 p.m. EST, the two main presidential candidates, Hillary Clinton for the Democrats and Donald Trump for the Republicans are expected to take the stage.

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10 'Aleppo Moments' That Defined Presidential Campaigns

Kelly Phillips ErbOctober 9, 2016

“What is Aleppo?” The question may define presidential hopeful Gary Johnson’s campaign. It’s a reminder that one moment – especially when on a debate stage – can seriously impact a presidential campaign. Follows are 10 “Aleppo moments” that defined presidential candidates.

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New York Attorney General Sends Trump Foundation Cease & Desist Notice

Kelly Phillips ErbOctober 3, 2016

The New York Attorney General’s Office has ordered Donald Trump’s charity to “immediately cease soliciting contributions or engaging in any other fundraising activities” in New York, following up on reports that it had failed to register with the state as required by law.

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As Talk Turns To Trump Tax Returns, Here’s What You Need To Know About Net Operating Losses

Kelly Phillips ErbOctober 2, 2016July 9, 2020

Over the weekend, The New York Times reported that it had in its possession what appeared to be three pages from Trump’s 1995 personal income tax returns. Those reports suggest a loss in the amount of $916 million, which, according to tax analysts hired by The Times, mean Trump might have paid no income taxes for nearly two decades. Here’s what you need to know.

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Live Blog, Fact-Checked: The First 2016 Presidential Debate (September 26, 2016)

Kelly Phillips ErbSeptember 26, 2016

Welcome to our live coverage of the September 26, 2016, presidential debate. At around 9:00 p.m. EST, the two main presidential candidates, Hillary Clinton for the Democrats, and Donald Trump for the Republicans, are expected to take the stage.

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13 Quick Facts About The History Of Presidential Debates In America

Kelly Phillips ErbSeptember 26, 2016

The first presidential debate of major party candidates for the 2016 election happens tonight, September 26, 2016, at Hofstra University, in Hempstead, New York. Here are 13 quick facts about the history of presidential debates in the United States.

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IRS Commissioner Defends Handling Of Tax Exempt Scandal To Congress

Kelly Phillips ErbSeptember 22, 2016

Mistakes were made. That was the takeaway from the House Judiciary Committee hearing yesterday to investigate “the allegations of misconduct and articles of impeachment” filed against Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner John Koskinen.

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IRS Commissioner To Appear Before Congress Today To Answer Allegations Of Misconduct

Kelly Phillips ErbSeptember 21, 2016

The House Judiciary Committee will hold a third hearing today to examine “the allegations of misconduct and articles of impeachment” filed against IRS Commissioner John Koskinen. Koskinen will be the sole witness to testify before the Committee.

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Trump Pays Excise Tax, Citing Mistakes, As Questions Swirl Regarding Bondi-Related Contribution

Kelly Phillips ErbSeptember 7, 2016

Mistakes were made. On that, everyone can agree with respect to the $25,000 contribution made to a political campaign group by the Donald J. Trump

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More Than 100 Law Professors To Congress: Impeaching The IRS Commissioner Is A Bad Idea

Kelly Phillips ErbAugust 30, 2016

More than 100 tax law professors have sent a letter to House leaders in opposition to resolutions to impeach or censure Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner John Koskinen.

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