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August 25, 2019
Former Illinois Congressman Challenges Trump for Republican Presidential Nomination

Joe Walsh, Conservative Radio Host, Announces GOP Presidential Challenge to Trump in 2020
August 08, 2019
American Women and the Vote: National Archives Celebrates 19th Amendment’s Centennial

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted millions of American women the right to vote. The relentless struggle of suffragists, who advocated for women's right to vote, is the focus of a new National Archives exhibit, as VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff tells us in this report.
August 08, 2019
American Women and the Vote: National Archives Celebrates Centennial of 19th Amendment Passage

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted millions of American women the right to vote. The relentless struggle of suffragists, who advocated for women's right to vote, is the focus of a new National Archives exhibit, as VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff tells us in this report.
July 28, 2019
Trump Renews Twitter Attacks Against Maryland Lawmaker, District

In a series of tweets over the weekend, U.S. President Trump lashed out against one of his most vocal Democratic critics, attacking Congressman Elijah Cummings and calling the Maryland lawmaker’s district “a disgusting, rat and rodent infested mess.” The comments sparked backlash from critics calling the language racist and unacceptable. VOA’s Elizabeth Cherneff has more.
January 05, 2019
Near-Blind Portuguese Boxer Gives Back to Local Children

For any world-class athlete, losing most of his or her vision would be a devastating setback. For former Portuguese boxer Jorge Pina however, it was an opportunity to give back to young people in his country. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff has more.
November 17, 2018
Judge to White House: Return Reporter's Press Pass

A federal judge ordered the White House to temporarily reinstate a Cable News Network correspondent's press credentials, marking what press freedom advocates say is a win for the news media. CNN filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration last week, after the White House revoked the credentials of a reporter who sparred with the president during a press conference. The case could have broad repercussions for First Amendment rights of journalists, as VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff explains.
November 15, 2018
On Syria, US Emphasizes Defeat of Islamic State, De-Escalation of Conflict

With the war in Syria soon entering its eighth year, officials in Washington delivered remarks on the way forward in Syria as U.S.-backed Syrian forces launch new offensives to push the Islamic State out of the region. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff reports.
September 25, 2018
World Leaders React to Trump’s UNGA Speech

U.S. President Donald Trump’s "America First" foreign policy speech to the 73rd session of the U.N. General Assembly drew mixed reaction from world leaders. VOA’s Elizabeth Cherneff has this report looking at the international community’s response.
September 08, 2018
'Just Do It:' Nike's Latest Ad Campaign Gets Political

On the 30th anniversary of Nike's "Just Do It" slogan, the apparel and footwear company announced a new endorsement deal and ad starring former NFL player Colin Kaepernick. Kaepernick's decision to kneel in protest of police brutality during the national anthem at NFL games has sparked controversy across the country, with the fallout further blurring the line between sports and politics in the United States. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff has more.
August 16, 2018
Experts: Cyberattacks Growing Increasingly Sophisticated

The rise of information sharing in the digital age has made it easier to disseminate knowledge, but it also brings with it heightened risks: from hackers stealing our information, to launching cyberwarfare and even potentially weaponizing legitimate platforms. This week on "Plugged In," VOA Contributor Greta Van Susteren explores these challenges and how they are impacting global cybersecurity. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff has more.
June 30, 2018
US Manufacturers Brace for Impact of Escalating US-China Trade Battles

Just days before the Trump administration's tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum imports are set to go into effect, trade analysts are watching for ripple effects across the automotive, manufacturing and technology sectors. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff has more from Washington.
June 21, 2018
Lawmakers Grill Commerce Secretary Over Escalating Trade Battles

U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross faced tough questions during a Senate hearing Wednesday on the Trump administration's tariff proposals and actions. Senators on both sides of the aisle criticized the administration's rollout of proposed tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff has more on the fallout from Washington.
June 07, 2018
First Lady Appears Before Media for First Time in Nearly a Month

Making her first public appearance in nearly a month, first lady Melania Trump attended a FEMA briefing alongside her husband in Washington on Wednesday. This comes after weeks of public speculation over the first lady's whereabouts and extended absence, following the first lady's hospitalization for kidney surgery in May. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff has more.
May 29, 2018
Pompeo to Meet Top N. Korean Official in NY as Summit Preparations Progress

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is set to meet with a top North Korean official in New York this week. The meeting comes as U.S. and North Korean officials discuss logistics for a possible Trump-Kim summit scheduled for June 12. VOA’s Elizabeth Cherneff has the latest.
May 11, 2018
Trump Announces North Korea Summit Will Be Held in Singapore on June 12

After weeks of speculation, U.S. President Donald Trump announced he will meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on June 12 in Singapore. While administration officials expressed optimism ahead of the historic meeting, others urged caution, saying this is just the first step in a long and complex process working toward denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff has more.
April 19, 2018
Ex-Joint Chiefs Chairman: US-China 'Most Important Bilateral Relationship in This Century'

From the anticipated U.S.-North Korea summit to concerns of a trade war with China and others, the United States faces several foreign policy challenges with a White House national security team in transition. On this week's edition of "Plugged In with Greta Van Susteren," several experts, including retired Admiral Michael Mullen, former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discuss those challenges and what they mean for U.S. foreign policy going forward. Elizabeth Cherneff has more.
March 29, 2018
'March for Our Lives' Galvanizes Gun Control Debate in U.S.

The recent 'March for Our Lives' demonstrations in Washington and across the country have sparked discussion from all sides of the gun control debate in the United States. This week, VOA's Plugged In with Greta Van Susteren explores the various voices of the latest student-led protests and what's next in terms of solutions to the gun violence issue in America. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff has more.
March 07, 2018
UK Researchers Building 3-D Visualizations of Classic Children’s Books

Classic children’s books are getting a 21st century upgrade, as British researchers have begun testing a project that would bring 3-D versions of children’s stories to life on gaming platforms. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff reports.
March 01, 2018
Dick's Sporting Goods CEO: We Don't Want to be a Part of This Story'

U.S. company Dick's Sporting Goods has decided to stop selling assault-style rifles in the wake of February's Parkland, Florida, high school shooting. The attack and its aftermath led other companies to cancel their discount programs for National Rifle Association members. This comes as President Donald Trump voiced support for new gun control measures in a bipartisan meeting with lawmakers in Washington. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff has more.
February 28, 2018
Street Section Outside Russian Embassy Dedicated to Fallen Opposition Leader

A street outside the Russian embassy in Washington has been renamed after Boris Nemtsov, a Russian opposition leader killed three years ago in Moscow. VOA's Elizabeth Cherneff has more.

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