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'It’s going to be a big, gigantic, gargantuan fight'

Lobbyists for multiple industries are gearing up to claim a slice of the next — and possibly last — trillion-dollar relief pie.




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Live tracker: How many coronavirus cases have been found in each U.S. state?

Using data from the COVID Tracking Project, we’re following how each state is responding to COVID-19.




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April tax collections plummet 55 percent

A sharp decline in economic activity as well as tax cuts approved by lawmakers added to the decline.




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Black and Latino New Yorkers get vast majority of social distancing summonses




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House coronavirus oversight panel demands large companies repay small-business loans

“Returning these funds will allow truly small businesses ... to obtain the emergency loans they need to avoid layoffs," they write.




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Jeff Sessions grapples with new round of Trump attacks

“I stood up for the truth and performed at the highest levels,” Sessions said.




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Federal watchdog backs reinstating ousted vaccine expert

The Office of the Special Counsel is recommending that Bright be temporarily reinstated.




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Watchdog warns SBA that loan limits will hurt small business borrowers

The SBA's IG said the agency veered from the law Congress drafted to create the program when the agency set rules for how businesses could obtain loan forgiveness.




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Tammy Duckworth moves to assist newborn babies amid pandemic

The Senate's newest mother wants parents of newborns to more quickly access money allocated to them by the CARES Act.




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California becomes first state to switch November election to all-mail balloting




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Coronavirus will increase number of Europeans at risk of going hungry, experts warn

Countries scramble to fill the plates of the most vulnerable.




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New York City hospitals begin planned surgeries delayed by coronavirus




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UK plans 14-day quarantine for incoming travelers

Airlines and EU await details of plan expected to apply to arrivals from outside Britain or Ireland.




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Coronavirus virtual briefings

Join POLITICO for a series of virtual briefings and audio teleconferences to learn the latest updates on coronavirus and its impacts.




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Top career intelligence official departs ODNI

Deirdre Walsh confirmed her departure as chief operating officer of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence on Friday.




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FDA chief self-quarantines after exposure to Pence aide

FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn is asymptomatic and tested negative for the virus on Friday, one senior administration official said.




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Former NIH chief favored as Trump’s ‘therapeutics czar’

Zerhouni is thought to be the favorite, said two people, and one person said that Azar personally prefers Zerhouni for the role.




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Political fantasy battles economic reality after tens of millions of jobs lost

Trump expects a sharp bounce-back in jobs. But as bankruptcies pile up, the labor market will need much of the next decade to replace the jobs gone for good.




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Trump’s base escapes the worst of job losses

Compared to the Great Recession, fewer male and blue-collar workers have lost jobs, while women, Latinos, African Americans and young workers have been hit hardest.




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Newsom finally endorses Biden at virtual campaign event for top-dollar donors

The California governor, who previously endorsed Sen. Kamala Harris, had yet to formally throw his support behind Biden.




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Cannabis employees are in high demand during economic crash

The industry is looking for thousands of workers across the country.




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As restaurants struggle, cities look to cap delivery fees




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Court filing shows Reade spoke of harassment in Biden’s office

In a 1996 document, Reade’s ex-husband referred to a sexual harassment problem but did not mention assault or provide details about who was involved.




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Tara Reade allegations spill into 2020 Senate races

Republicans are raising Brett Kavanaugh to criticize Democrats over what they say is hypocrisy over a sexual assault allegation against Joe Biden.




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Democrats are on verge of the unthinkable: Losing a swing district in California

The party is downplaying expectations in next week's special election for a congressional seat in the L.A. suburbs.




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The one Republican Senate candidate willing to call out Donald Trump

In a recording obtained by POLITICO, Michigan Senate hopeful John James criticizes the president over his 'shithole countries' remark and other comments.




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The Southern Democrat with the power to shut down Trump's convention

Up for reelection this fall, North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper has to decide whether to allow Trump's coronation to proceed amid a pandemic.




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Type 2 diabetes: Do your gums look like this? It could mean high blood sugar levels



TYPE 2 diabetes is a common condition which affects millions of people worldwide. There is a warning sign which lies in your gums indicating blood sugar levels are dangerously high.




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High blood pressure: Studies show adding this drink to your diet will lower your reading



HIGH blood pressure is often referred to as the "silent killer" due to its non-obvious symptoms, which when they do appear are often too late. Adding this drink to your diet will lower your reading and reduce your risk of serious health complications.




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Hair loss treatment: A mineral which strengthens hair follicles to stimulate hair growth



HAIR loss treatment: The quest for magic cure to help halt the process of hair loss produces numerous searches and theories. Taking this essential mineral helps strengthen hair follicles which stimulate hair growth.




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Heart attack: Worst food group which significantly raises your risk



HEART attack are serious medical emergencies which could be fatal. When it comes to reducing your risk of developing the condition, avoiding this type of food is strongly advised.




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Coronavirus update: What are the main symptoms to look out for in your eyes?



CORONAVIRUS can linger in the eyes for weeks and cause a host of problems especially for those who wear contact lenses. How can you protect your eyes during this difficult time and what are the symptoms to spot?




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Hay fever: An expert nutritionist reveals seven foods that may subside symptoms



HAY FEVER is an allergic reaction to pollen. Expert nutritionist Hannah Braye details seven anti-inflammatory foods to include in your diet that may minimise symptoms.




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Coronavirus symptoms: How to tell your cough is a sign of COVID-19 - one major indicator



CORONAVIRUS has been raging in the UK for months now yet symptoms remain a mystery for many people. The NHS cites coughing as a main warning sign but how can you tell a regular cough from a COVID-19 one?




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Cancer symptoms: The colour patch on your tongue that could signal a form of cancer



CANCER be tricky to detect because you may not experience any symptoms in the initial stages and when you do, they can be confused with more benign conditions. An easily overlooked sign of cancer is a colour patch on your tongue.




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How to live longer: Follow this specific diet to lower your risk of early death



HOW to live longer: If you are looking to lead a long life, eating a healthy, balanced diet is the hard and fast rule to live by. The best diet to follow is still debated vigorously but there is a broad consensus emerging.




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High blood pressure: Study reveals the best type of breakfast cereal to lower your reading



HIGH blood pressure is an ominous threat because it marks the first stage in a sequence of events that could lead to cardiovascular complications. To ward off the threat, it is important to start your day with a cereal that keeps your reading in check.




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As coronavirus ravages Louisiana, ‘cancer alley’ residents haven’t given up the fight against polluters

The state's African Americans face some of the country’s worst pollution — and some of its most severe COVID-19 outcomes. The two may well be linked.




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From coronavirus to climate change, our lives will never go back to ‘normal’

We all want a conclusion to the COVID-19 saga. Will we get an end to the story of climate?




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Coronavirus has these retirees sheltering in place — by a frack site

For this Colorado retirement community, living near a fracking site has been a nightmare. Now they can’t even leave.




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Harvard didn’t divest from fossil fuels. So what does its ‘net-zero’ pledge mean?

Harvard has a new net-zero by 2050 plan for its endowment. But it’s not yet clear what it will entail, and whether the school will be able to fulfill it.




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My dad writes letters. The pandemic has given them new meaning.

A couple of months ago, my dad sat down to write me a letter. By the time he finished writing it, the world had irreversibly changed.





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Spending trillions on ‘defense’ left America unprepared for real disasters

The Pentagon can't prevent a pandemic.




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Building a just and renewable future on the Navajo Nation

The closure of the Navajo Generating Station in 2019 presents the opportunity for a renewable future on the Navajo Nation.




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WATCH: COVID-19, Climate Justice, and Communities of Color. What’s next?

Did you miss our live chat? Watch the whole thing here.




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Can I astrally project my way out of coronavirus lockdown?

After all, astral projection would definitely qualify as the lightest carbon footprint travel option.




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Can small carbon footprints outlast coronavirus?

Social distancing has made my world smaller. Maybe that's a good thing.




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How car-free streets can help with social distancing

Coronavirus is exposing our lack of walking space.