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Facing Backlash, Trump Says His Super PAC Will Pay for Taxpayer-Funded Ads

SHANE GOLDMACHER, THEODORE SCHLEIFER AND MAGGIE HABERMAN

The president said that his PAC, MAGA, Inc., would pay for TV ads promoting him which had been paid for with taxpayer money.

Jeffrey Archer, Novelist Whose Real Life Rivaled His Thrillers, Dies at 86

ALAN COWELL

In a life of achievement and disgrace, he wrote best-selling novels with themes he knew intimately: ambition, self-promotion, misbehavior and scandal.

Trump says his super PAC will pay for controversial promotional ad campaign

The ads that mirrored campaign spots were paid for with government funds.

Trump Allows Cheaper, Dyed Diesel to Be Used in Nonfarm Vehicles

KEVIN DRAPER

In Nebraska, President Trump announced an executive order to waive an off-road requirement for the fuel, which is exempt from the federal highway tax.

Pentagon to execute convicted Fort Hood mass shooter Nidal Hasan by firing squad

Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said in a statement that Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth recommended the execution and it was approved by President Donald Trump.

Cornell University Rape Investigation: What We Know

SHARON OTTERMAN AND SANTUL NERKAR

Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed the New York attorney general, Letitia James, to lead an investigation into allegations that a woman was raped on campus in 2024.

Hochul Declares a Measles Emergency as Cases Rise in Rural New York

JOSEPH GOLDSTEIN

The state has had 108 cases this year, the most since 2019. The declaration comes amid a national resurgence of the highly contagious viral illness.

Seeing threats to religious liberty, Alito calls same-sex marriage a 'decisive' turn

A new book by Justice Samuel Alito presents his view of the Constitution, the Supreme Court, and the country with a focus on religious freedom.

Trump suggests Iran could 'take out' Los Angeles and San Diego

President Donald Trump suggested Monday during a political rally in Nebraska that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego, comments that drew condemnation.

WATCH: Finding new homes for rescued beagles

ABC News' Danny New takes a closer look at Paws of War, a nonprofit that helps adopt out dogs to active military members, veterans, first responders and more.

Plea hearing set for former CIA officer who allegedly had gold bars in his home

Plea hearing set in case against former CIA officer with gold bars found in home

Trump sows doubt about mail-in voting while encouraging it, as midterms approach

Trump has voted by mail twice in Florida elections this year.

Strikes, Barricades and Fiscal Turmoil: An Autumn of Discontent Grips France

MARK LANDLER

Chaos in schools, on the streets and in the markets is rooted in France’s struggles to fund its social welfare state, with a presidential election approaching.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Says, ‘If Abdul Can Win in Michigan, Anybody Can Win Anywhere’

SHANE GOLDMACHER

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made the remarks about Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee for Senate in Michigan, as she considers whether to run for president in 2028.

Cornell Case Highlights Drop in Resolved Sexual Assault Cases Under Trump

MICHAEL C. BENDER

The administration has shifted its enforcement of a civil rights law from allegations of sexual misconduct to issues like blocking protections for transgender students.