What we know and don't know about long COVID
Story at a glance The lack of diagnostic tools for long COVID-19 make the condition difficult to conclusively identify or study. Studies place the prevalence of long COVID-19 anywhere between 4 percent and 48 percent of people who have been infected with the virus. Other aspects of the condition, such as how long
Read MoreSix ways Trump has changed the GOP
Former President Donald Trump has dramatically reshaped the Republican Party in his own image, leaving marks that have outlived his presidency — and could potentially outlive him. It’s not unusual for a president, current or former, to hold sway over his party and its voters. But Trump’s impact on the GOP stands out for its breadth; Trump has influenced the party and its members on everything from policy to rhetorical style, as Republican officials and candidates look to recreate the movement that helped propel Trump to the White House six years ago. Here are five ways T
Read MoreGOP leaders McConnell, McCarthy headed for collision on Ukraine aid
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) and House GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy (Calif.) are headed for a collision next year on spending more money to help Ukraine. McConnell has led Republican support for sending generous military and financial aid to Kyiv, warning that Russian President Vladimir Putin could threaten Poland and other European allies if not stopped in Ukraine. McCarthy, who would become Speaker if Republicans win control of the House, is putting the brakes on more Ukraine aid, warning this week there won’t be a “blank check" from a GOP ma
Read MoreDemocrats grumble it’s too little, too late with Obama
When aides to Barack Obama announced the former president’s schedule for the midterm elections late last week, some Democrats were already grumbling. For weeks, Democrats had been wondering where Obama was ahead of a midterm fight where the party is clinging to the slimmest of majorities in the House and Senate. President Biden is widely seen as a drag on the party’s fortunes this cycle as he battles dismal approval ratings. With some candidates not wanting Bid
Read MorePence on backing Trump in 2024: 'There might be somebody else I prefer more'
Former Vice President Mike Pence on Wednesday hinted at his own plans for 2024 as he dodged a question about voting for former President Trump in the next election. “Well, there might be somebody else I prefer more,” Pence said with a smile during an appearance at Georgetown University. Pence was asked by a student in attendance if he would vote for Trump in 2024 if the former president is the GOP nominee. “All my focus has been on the midterm elections, and it'll stay that way for the next 20 days. But after that, we'll be thinking about the future,” Pence sai
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