David Taintor

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David Taintor is a New York-based senior editor who oversees breaking news coverage. He previously worked at NBC News.
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Trumpworld Insists POTUS Is Clear From COVID As Campaign Ramps Back Up
10.09.20 | 3:34 pm
In a pool photo provided by the Michigan Office of the Governor, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer addresses the state during a speech in Lansing, Mich., Monday, March 30, 2020. The governor said she suspended state hiring and promotions and vetoed $80 million in new spending in order to steer money to fighting the coronavirus. At the same time, Whitmer said she signed laws with $150 million for the state's response. She said it's too early to know how the economic slowdown related to the virus will affect state revenue but the impact "is going to be real.” (Michigan Office of the Governor via AP, Pool) In a pool photo provided by the Michigan Office of the Governor, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer addresses the state during a speech in Lansing, Mich., Monday, March 30, 2020. The governor said she suspended state hiring and promotions and vetoed $80 million in new spending in order to steer money to fighting the coronavirus. At the same time, Whitmer said she signed laws with $150 million for the state's response. She said it's too early to know how the economic slowdown related to the virus will affect state revenue but the impact "is going to be real.” (Michigan Office of the Governor via AP, Pool)
WATCH LIVE: Michigan Governor Addresses Foiled Alleged Militia Plot
10.08.20 | 2:45 pm
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09.30.20 | 12:09 am
Where Things Stand: Trump’s Meager Tax Bill Prime Badge
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09.28.20 | 12:00 pm
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Reports: Trump Intends To Nominate Amy Coney Barrett To Supreme Court
09.25.20 | 5:22 pm
Where Things Stand: Trump Sows New Fears About Election Prime Badge
09.24.20 | 10:43 am
Where Things Stand: Senate GOP Falls In Line Behind McConnell Prime Badge
09.22.20 | 12:04 pm
Murkowski Comes Out Against SCOTUS Vote Before Election Day
09.20.20 | 12:21 pm
NEW CASTLE, DE - SEPTEMBER 18: Democratic presidential nominee and former Vice President Joe Biden speaks to reporters about the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg upon arrival at New Castle County Airport after a trip to Duluth, Minnesota on September 18, 2020 in New Castle, Delaware. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images) NEW CASTLE, DE - SEPTEMBER 18: Democratic presidential nominee and former Vice President Joe Biden speaks to reporters about the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg upon arrival at New Castle County Airport after a trip to Duluth, Minnesota on September 18, 2020 in New Castle, Delaware. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
Biden: No New Supreme Court Nominee Until After The Election
09.18.20 | 10:06 pm
Trump Reacts To Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Death: ‘She Led An Amazing Life’
09.18.20 | 9:23 pm