DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION

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(AP Photo/Jessica Hill, File)HARTFORD, Conn. – Connecticut authorities are investigating whether Amazon's e-book deals with certain publishers are anticompetitive and violate antitrust laws, state Attorney General William Tong said Thursday. He said the state attorney general's office has previous taken action against Apple and e-book publishers to protect competition in the marketplace. Amazon has become the dominant force in print book sales and e-book sales in the U.S. Tong's office issued a subpoena to Amazon in 2019 requesting documents about the company's dealings with five book publishers: HarperCollins Publishers, Hachette Book Group, Penguin Random House, Simon & Schuster and Macmillan. The publishers all settled and signed consent decrees prohibiting them from restricting e-book retailers’ ability to set prices.

U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama speaks during the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on Monday, July 25, 2016. Several hours after Facebook announced it would block President Donald Trump from making new posts until inauguration day at the earliest, former first lady Michelle Obama called on social media platforms to ban him from their platforms permanently. Until Wednesday, Trump had mostly been given a free pass by Twitter, Facebook, Google's YouTube and other social networks, which have let him freely post lies and conspiracy theories during his presidency, sometimes only flagging that they presented disputed information. Facebook's move to block Trump followed a day of gradually escalating restrictions on his activity as rioters, spurred on by the president's unfounded claims of election fraud, swarmed the Capitol and occupied offices there. In addition, Twitter temporarily suspended Trump's account on Wednesday, and Google's YouTube on Thursday imposed new restrictions on channels that post videos with false election claims.

This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistribu)FILE - In this July 28, 2016, file photo, former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm is poised to be nominated by President-elect Joe Biden to lead the United States Department of Energy, according to a CNN report. The United States Department of Energy is a cabinet-level department concerned with the United States’ policies regarding energy and safety in handling nuclear material. Michigan Gov. Gretchen WhitmerPresident-elect Biden is poised to nominate former Michigan Gov.

In this image from video, former President Barack Obama speaks during the third night of the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020. (Democratic National Convention via AP)

(Democratic National Convention via AP)NEW YORK – The first volume of former President Barack Obama's memoir is coming out Nov. 17, two weeks after Election Day. It's called “A Promised Land” and will cover his swift and historic rise to the White House and his first term in office. Barnes & Noble CEO James Daunt likened the enthusiasm for Obama's book, which seems well positioned to become the best-selling presidential memoir in history, to the final volume of J.K. Rowling's “Harry Potter” series. Because of the pandemic, the former president will likely be unable to match Michelle Obama's spectacular, all-star arena tour. But he had been expected to write just one when Penguin Random House first announced, in February 2017, a multimillion joint publication deal with Barack and Michelle Obama.

Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden speaks during the fourth day of the Democratic National Convention, Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020, at the Chase Center in Wilmington, Del. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)WASHINGTON Joe Biden said on Saturday that as president, he would never use the military as a prop or private militia and accused President Donald Trump of employing U.S. forces to settle personal vendettas" and violate citizens' rights. Biden has said he's absolutely convinced" the military would escort Trump from the White House if the incumbent lost but refused to leave. "Ill never use the military as a prop or as a private militia to violate rights of fellow citizens. In July, the president deployed federal forces to Chicago and Albuquerque, New Mexico, after earlier sending Homeland Security agents to Portland, Oregon.

Democratic vice presidential candidate Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., speaks during the third day of the Democratic National Convention, Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020, at the Chase Center in Wilmington, Del. Harris will detail a "profound failure of leadership from Trump and highlight proposals by Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden to control the virus and confront the economic fallout, Biden's campaign told The Associated Press. With Trump planning an evening address from the White House lawn, Harris' afternoon remarks from Washington will be the Democrats' main counter to the president on the final day of the Republicans' convention. Trump narrowly won the state in 2016, in part because turnout among Black Democrats dropped appreciably from 2012. Democrats see Harris as being able to excite Black women and other minority women, but also as a credible messenger to white independents and moderate Republicans unhappy with Trump, especially white college-educated women.

Sen. Kamala Harris' formidable fundraising machine is kicking into high gear now that she's on the ticket with Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden. Some of her supporters in the business world had not been as engaged with Biden's campaign before she joined the ticket. The fundraising blitz comes even as Biden seeks to raise taxes on corporations and the wealthy. The virtual event would come a month before Biden faces Trump in the general election in November. Biden and Harris, along with their spouses, took part in a virtual Hollywood-led fundraising event last week that raised $7 million, according to a press release.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans tuned into the Democratic National Convention were told Thursday that the higher minimum wage favored by presidential candidate Joe Biden would lift all full-time workers out of poverty. SEN. CORY BOOKER: “Together, with Joe and Kamala in the White House, we’ll raise the minimum wage so no one who works a full-time job lives in poverty.”THE FACTS: That’s an improbable outcome for the $15 minimum wage supported by Biden. Moreover, the report estimated a $15 minimum wage would cost 1.3 million people their jobs because they would be priced out of the market. That finding suggests that a $15 federal minimum would not take all full-time workers out of poverty. Trust IndexThe Trust Index team fact checks questionable information circulating on social media and in our communities.

“It’s not just Shark Week, it’s Shark Week mother------.”Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer was shown mouthing that phrase on live feed ahead of her Democratic National Convention speech Monday. In response, Whitmer’s “friends” with the Discovery channel’s “Shark Week” have sent her some suitable swag, according to an Instagram post shared Saturday. “Thank you to my friends at @sharkweek for the swag!” reads an Instagram post shared by Whitmer, where she is seen wearing a “Shark Week” t-shirt and holding a shark. Whitmer’s “Shark Week” comments weren’t broadcast live on Monday, but rather were shown on a live feed of her speech before it started. Whitmer (D-MI) jokes before going live: "It's not just Shark Week ... it's Shark Week *mouths expletive*" pic.twitter.com/KSndbTvLZi — The Recount (@therecount) August 18, 2020In an interview Thursday on BuzzFeed’s News O’Clock podcast, Whitmer explained the backstory to her “Shark Week” comment.

(Democratic National Convention via AP)There has been one persistent theme in the Democratic National Convention so far: to portray President Donald Trump in highly personal ways as one unsuited for the White House both in skills and temperament. Here are some key takeaways from the third night of the convention. Donald Trump hasnt grown into the job because he cant, Obama said, according to his prepared remarks. Thats been a theme of the entire Democratic Convention, but having the most recent former president make it explicit demonstrates that this time Democrats are taking Trump seriously, and literally. The Democratic party is increasingly dependent on female voters, as a gender gap grows in U.S. politics.

(AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)LAS VEGAS Democratic Party luminaries, rising stars, former presidents and presidential contenders have been making a pitch for Joe Biden over three days of an atypical convention. Biden will speak Thursday night from Wilmington, Delaware, as he closes out the fourth night of the all-virtual Democratic National Convention, starting at 9 p.m. The 78-year-old moderate and former Republican being given a spot to help to close out the Democratic convention is striking. The convention is also available to watch on Twitch, Apple TV, Roku and Amazon Fire TV. A celebrity-studded afterparty hosted by Andy Cohen is scheduled to be shown immediately after Bidens speech on the official livestream.

WASHINGTON The Latest on the Democratic National Convention (all times local):7:50 a.m.Sen. Cory Booker says that there may be dirty tricks from President Donald Trump in the Nov. 3 general election vote and that the nations voters should be stalwart in their determination to cast ballots. Postal Service funding and access to voting by mail. The Republican president has warned repeatedly without evidence about potential fraud in mail-in voting even though voter fraud is exceedingly rare. Booker speaks on the fourth and final night of Democrats virtual convention Thursday, ahead of former Vice President Joe Bidens first address as the partys official nominee. Cotton says Democrats have to explain why America would be better off with Joe Biden as our president.

In this image from video, former Georgia House Democratic leader Stacey Abrams, center, and others, speak during the second night of the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020. (Democratic National Convention via AP)Sustaining energy through four days of a political convention is never easy. On the second night of the Democratic National Convention, party leaders tried to blend its past with its future. Here are key takeaways from night two. But the 2020 Democratic convention is notable for the consistency of dire warnings about the other partys leader.

(Democratic National Convention via AP)SACRAMENTO, Calif. A Montana cattle range, a California beach, a historic bridge in Alabama. These were the sometimes kitschy, sometimes poignant scenes from the first-ever virtual roll call vote at the Democratic National Convention. Fred Guttenberg spoke about Biden's compassion following the murder of his daughter at the 2018 school shooting in Parkland, Florida. Each state also cast some votes for Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, the last Democrat in the race to challenge Biden. Following tradition, Delaware, Biden's home state, was the final state to announce its support for Biden, with Gov.

(Democratic National Convention via AP)NEW YORK An unexpected travelogue connected as a television event during the second night of the Democrats' virtual convention, livening up a show that so far is struggling in the ratings. Four years ago, opening night drew just under 26 million viewers. NBC's telecast drew 2.28 million viewers, down from 4.29 million four years ago, Nielsen said. The left-leaning MSNBC, where Rachel Maddow, Joy Reid and Nicolle Wallace were anchors, led the way Monday with 5.1 million viewers, up from four years ago. Fox News Channel's audience was unimpressed; the 2.1 million viewers it reached for its hour of convention coverage compared poorly with the 3.4 million viewers that time slot occupant Laura Ingraham had on an average July day.

In this image from video, former Georgia House Democratic leader Stacey Abrams, center, and others, speak during the second night of the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020. (Democratic National Convention via AP)Sustaining energy through four days of a political convention is never easy. On the second night of the Democratic National Convention, party leaders tried to blend its past with its future. During the first two days of the Democratic National Convention, the partys luminaries and even some Republicans have grimly warned the public that he represents a fundamental danger to democracy. But the 2020 Democratic convention is notable for the consistency of dire warnings about the other partys leader.

In this image from video, Jill Biden is joined by her husband, Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden, after speaking during the second night of the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020. (Democratic National Convention via AP)WASHINGTON The Latest on the Democratic National Convention (all times local):8:30 a.m.Jill Biden is pushing back against President Donald Trump's claims her husband, Joe Biden, lacks the stamina to serve as president and is calling a Trump campaign ad questioning his mental fitness ridiculous.Speaking on NBCs Today" show on Wednesday, Jill Biden defended the Democratic presidential nominee against Trump's allegations. She says Joe Biden is on the phone every single minute of the day talking to governors. Im a teacher thats who I am.Democrats formally nominated Joe Biden as their presidential candidate on Tuesday night. His vice presidential pick, Kamala Harris, speaks at their virtual convention on Wednesday night.

This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistribu)The third day of the 2020 Democratic National Convention will take place Wednesday with a slate of virtual speeches. NBC News coverage begins at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19. Wednesdays slate of speakers includes: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Governor Tony Evers, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, Former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, Vice Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris and Former President Barack Obama. Related: 2020 Watch: Can a virtual convention generate excitement? Watch live coverage below:

After following her career for years, Harris' extended family in Jamaica is elated at their relatives rise to a historic nomination. This will be her second time speaking to the Democratic National Convention. She was lauded for drawing a crowd of 20,000 to the announcement of the start of her presidential campaign in Oakland last year. She also won't have the spotlight all to herself on Wednesday: The man shes vying to unseat, Vice President Mike Pence, is visiting battleground Wisconsin in the hours before Harris' speech. The former vice president said that relationship had made Harris an honorary Biden for quite some time."

NEW YORK NBC News deleted a tweet early Wednesday about Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's brief speech at the Democratic National Convention that she complained was misleading and appalling. Ocasio-Cortez complained via Twitter that NBC's report didn't appear to recognize the purpose of her 90-second commentary: a routine procedural motion to salute Sanders' runner-up campaign. In deleting the tweet and sending out a replacement, NBC said that its original report should have included more detail on the nomination process.That correction didn't satisfy Ocasio-Cortez, however. Lauren Hitt, a spokesperson for Ocasio-Cortez, said people who criticized the congresswoman for ignoring Biden in her speech were looking to create division when there wasn't any. She said that both Biden and Sanders representatives went over her speech before she recorded it.

NEW YORK Tucker Carlson and Sean Hannity are providing television viewers with a distinctly different vision of the Democratic National Convention each night from their perches on Fox News Channel. But as cable rivals CNN and MSNBC devote three hours in prime time to the convention including showing the Democrats' feed virtually uninterrupted Fox will not dislodge its biggest opinion stars. Hannity called the convention a predictable dose of poorly produced, cult-like, psychotic rage (and) hysteria against all things Donald Trump. Hannity had 3.88 million viewers Monday, and many Fox viewers clicked away when news coverage of the convention began. Fox pointed out that its convention coverage schedule was the same as it was in 2016 and will be for next week's Republican national convention.

Trumps comment came in an interview with Axios on HBO earlier this month, when he was asked how he could say the coronavirus was under control with 1,000 Americans dying every day from it. His wife, Hillary Clinton, will deliver her own spin on Trumps comment Wednesday night. Like, if you want any proactive effort for higher wages, more jobs, addressing the climate crisis, or this pandemic and healthcare crisis, Donald Trumps administration really could be summarized with it is what it is. Littman said Trumps comment stood out because it showed a certain dismissiveness, and Democrats are highlighting it because it shows the president doesnt want to talk about the pandemic. I think what people are highlighting at the convention is that Donald Trump doesnt care about this issue.

In this image from video, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., delivers a nominating speech during the second night of the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020. (Democratic National Convention via AP)WASHINGTON For nearly three minutes at this week's Democratic National Convention, Cindy McCain recounted Joe Biden's friendship with her late husband, John McCain, the Arizona senator and former Republican presidential candidate. Meanwhile, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, one of the most dynamic young stars of the Democratic Party, spoke for just 60 seconds. California Rep. Ro Khanna, head of the California delegation to the convention, said people need to be inspired to vote. Among those who have addressed the convention is Ady Barkin, a progressive activist who after being diagnosed with A.L.S.

Gretchen Whitmer was caught on a live feed mouthing an expletive while making a joke about “Shark Week” prior to her Democratic National Convention speech on Monday. Whitmer’s comments were not broadcast live, but were picked up on a live feed of her speech before starting. Whitmer (D-MI) jokes before going live: "It's not just Shark Week ... it's Shark Week *mouths expletive*" pic.twitter.com/KSndbTvLZi — The Recount (@therecount) August 18, 2020The clip has gone viral since being posted to social media. Garlin Gilchrist tweeted:What week is it, @gretchenwhitmer? — Garlin Gilchrist (@garlin) August 18, 2020Gov.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was caught on a live feed mouthing an expletive while making a joke about “Shark Week” prior to her Democratic National Convention speech on Monday. Whitmer’s comments were not broadcast live, but were picked up on a live feed of her speech before starting. UPDATE: Michigan Gov. Whitmer (D-MI) jokes before going live: "It's not just Shark Week ... it's Shark Week *mouths expletive*" pic.twitter.com/KSndbTvLZi — The Recount (@therecount) August 18, 2020The clip has gone viral since being posted to social media.

DETROIT – The Democratic National Convention kicked off on Monday night. Despite that, Michigan Gov. WATCH: Day 1 of 2020 Democratic National ConventionWhitmer and Gov. Andrew Cuomo were two of the bigger names to speak as the convention started around 9 p.m. But while Whitmer blames, Trump leads, and I look forward to our state awarding him with another victory this November.”READ: More Democratic National Convention coverage

In this image from video, people from across the U.S. sing the National Anthem during the first night of the Democratic National Convention on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020. (Democratic National Convention via AP)LAS VEGAS The pageantry often associated with presidential conventions will be remade again as Democrats gather virtually for a second day. The roll call vote of state delegations, which typically unfolds over several hours of fanfare, will instead be abbreviated Tuesday. BUT FIRST, BILLA speech from Bill Clinton is among the traditions that Democrats are including in Tuesday nights programming. The roll call will go alphabetically through the 57 states, territories and the Democrats Abroad delegation, meaning Alabama will lead off.

(Copyright 2016 The Associated Press. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistribu)The second day of the 2020 Democratic National Convention will take place Tuesday with a slate of virtual speeches. NBC News coverage begins at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 18. Related: 2020 Watch: Can a virtual convention generate excitement? Watch live coverage below:

This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistribu)The 2020 Democratic National Convention will kick off on Monday night with a slate of virtual speeches. Monday’s slate of speakers includes: Former First Lady Michelle Obama, Sen. Bernie Sanders, Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Rep. Jim Clyburn, Convention Chairman Rep. Bennie Thompson, Rep. Gwen Moore, Former Gov. Related: 2020 Watch: Can a virtual convention generate excitement? Watch live coverage below:

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will be among the list of speakers Monday at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Milwaukee. Whitmer is among a list of speakers that day including Sen. Bernie Sanders, Gov. With her scheduled to speak Monday, it’s less likely Whitmer will be picked for Joe Biden’s running mate. A look at the DNC speaker schedule pic.twitter.com/iB5862w6cB — Morning Joe (@Morning_Joe) August 11, 2020The DNC will run Aug. 17 through Aug. 20 at the Wisconsin Center.

This Aug. 13, 2020 photo shows the skyline of downtown Milwaukee, the location of a scaled down Democratic National Convention. It would have been the first time Milwaukee, a city of 1.6 million, hosted a presidential nominating convention. (AP Photo/Carrie Antlfinger)Downtown Milwaukee restaurant owner Omar Shaikh envisioned overflowing crowds, packed dining rooms and a big payday when the Democratic National Convention came to town. It would have been the first time Milwaukee, a metropolitan area of 1.6 million, hosted a presidential nominating convention. Those who worked to bring the convention to Milwaukee argue the city should be first in line for a future convention.

LANSING, Mich. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is scheduled to be featured on the opening night of next week's Democratic National Convention. Whitmer will speak Monday during the four-day event, which will be virtual due to the coronavirus pandemic. Whitmer's profile grew nationally in the spring as she confronted the COVID-19 crisis. At the convention, Democrats will formally nominate the presidential ticket and also adopt a party platform and rules.

This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistribu)The 2020 Democratic National Convention will kick off on Monday night with a slate of virtual speeches. Mondays slate of speakers includes: Former First Lady Michelle Obama, Sen. Bernie Sanders, Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, Rep. Jim Clyburn, Convention Chairman Rep. Bennie Thompson, Rep. Gwen Moore, Former Gov. Related: 2020 Watch: Can a virtual convention generate excitement? Watch live coverage below:

President Donald Trump speaks with reporters as he walks to Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House, Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, in Washington. Trump is en route to Minnesota and Wisconsin. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)WASHINGTON The Latest on the Democratic National Convention (all times local):10:20 a.m.President Donald Trump says he has no choice but to campaign in Wisconsin this week while the Democratic National Convention goes on, in order to address voters there in what he says is a news media environment hostile to him. Trump plans an afternoon campaign stop at a private air hangar in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, a pivotal state in the quest for a majority of the Electoral College votes. The Democratic convention is being held in Milwaukee this week, but mainly features speakers addressing the event virtually because of the coronavirus pandemic.

The Democratic National Convention, which formally begins Monday, is not a convention in the traditional sense. Along the way, Biden's party will make history by unveiling the nation's first Black vice presidential nominee, Kamala Harris. Im glad that John and other moderate-type Republicans understand that it is wrong to be supporting Trump, Sanders told The Associated Press. Al Sharpton, a civil rights activist, predicted next week's convention would lack excitement. He said it likely doesn't matter, however, especially as Trump and his party prepare for their convention the following week. As excited as I am about Kamala Harris, the best weapon Democrats have is Donald Trump, Sharpton said.

WASHINGTON President Donald Trump is looking to counter next week's Democratic National Convention with travel to several swing states including Wisconsin, which was to have hosted the Democratic gathering. Trump campaign announced Friday that Trump will host events aimed at attacking his Democratic challenger, Joe Biden, on Monday in Wisconsin and Minnesota and on Tuesday in Arizona. Democrats moved their campaign completely virtual due to the coronavirus pandemic. Republicans also cancelled nearly all of their convention, scheduled for the following week, because of the outbreak. Trump's events in Mankato, Minnesota, and Oshkosh, Wisconsin, are being billed as remarks on Biden's failures on Jobs and the Economy. Tuesday's speech in Yuma, Arizona, is advertised to be on Biden's failures on Immigration and Border Security.

FILE - In this July 24, 2016, file photo, workers prepare for the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. Still unsettled, according to convention organizers, is who gets to speak live and who must be taped. Many other details remain up in the air, organizers said, from specific time slots to how many speakers will be allowed to speak live. Biden is expected to speak live from his home state of Delaware, but advisers have not disclosed a venue. Biden allies said the candidate wanted to feature the full breadth of the party and his supporters.

Our entire economy is at stake, Clyburn told The Associated Press in a Newsmakers interview. The third-ranking House Democrat said he's hopeful that negotiators on Capitol Hill can reach an agreement soon on a new virus aid package. Weve got a health care crisis wrapped into an economic crisis, and they are so interwoven, Clyburn said. And so that we can have a fair, unfettered election, said Clyburn, who is the House Democratic whip. You know, when I was a child, I spoke as a child and understood as a child.

President Donald Trump on Monday said that he "will be reluctantly forced" to move the Republican National Convention if North Carolina doesn't ease up on social distancing restrictions to allow full attendance. In a series of tweets, the president said that he advocated for the Republican National Convention to be held in North Carolina but railed against Gov. "Plans are being made by many thousands of enthusiastic Republicans, and others, to head to beautiful North Carolina in August," Trump tweeted. If not, we will be reluctantly forced to find, with all of the jobs and economic development it brings, another Republican National Convention site. The Democratic National Convention, which was originally set for July, is now scheduled for August a week before the GOP convention.

Heres where the rest of the Democratic presidential primary calendar stands for now. Polls will be open, voters may request an absentee ballot. A reduced number of polling places will be open, voters may request an absentee ballot. Polls will be open, voters may request an absentee ballot. Polls will be open, voters may request an absentee ballot.

The Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee will be postponed until August due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The Democratic National Convention Committee announced Thursday that the convention will now be held over four days beginning Aug. 17, instead of its scheduled July 13-16 dates. As the COVID-19 pandemic impacts the country, the convention has been postponed in an effort to protect public health, officials said. This will be Milwaukee’s first time ever hosting the political party’s national convention. The Republican National Convention is scheduled to take place in between August 24-27 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Alice Keeney | Bloomberg via Getty ImagesThe Democratic National Convention, which was set for July, has been delayed until August as the coronavirus continues to spread. The Republican National Convention is scheduled to take place between Aug. 24 and Aug. 27. "It's hard to envision that," the former vice president said in response to the question. The decision also comes as more than a dozen states and U.S. territories have adjusted their own presidential primaries, with some opting for a mail-in system to replace in-person voting and others delaying the primaries entirely. Already, the coronavirus pandemic has changed the way both Biden and Democratic rival Sen. Bernie Sanders get their message out to voters.

Mark Makela | Getty ImagesThe big tech companies are facing a high-stakes test of their ability to protect their platforms from interference and root out bad actors as the U.S. presidential election formally kicks off with the Iowa caucuses Monday evening. Tech companies have recently ramped up their efforts to combat misinformation, especially for content related to the election. Both sides have lambasted the companies for allowing political ads to include false information, forcing Twitter to attempt to ban them entirely. Most recently, Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren proposed establishing criminal penalties for knowingly sharing false information about when and how to vote. "The safety of our democracy is more important than shareholder dividends and CEO salaries, and we need tech companies to behave accordingly," Warren wrote on Medium.

FILE PHOTO: The Philadelphia Energy Solutions oil refinery is shown following a recent fire that caused significant damage to the complex, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., June 26, 2019. REUTERS/Laila Kearney/File PhotoPHILADELPHIA (Reuters) - Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf does not support using taxpayer dollars to help save the Philadelphia Energy Solutions refinery complex from permanent closure, the governors spokesman said on Wednesday. The administration does not plan expending any funding to maintain the site as a refinery, Wolf spokesman J.J. Abbott said in a statement to Reuters, saying there were significant challenges to such a plan. I am sure the governor would fall over himself if it was Amazon looking to relocate here, he said. OCallaghan, who works as an operator at the refinery, said losing the facility would mean a drop in tax revenue for the area and a lull in economic activity.

As the Democratic National Convention closed, 100,000 balloons rained down in the Philadelphia Wells Fargo Center. See how the arena staff was tasked with getting rid of them.

CBS News political director and "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Hillary Clinton's historic night at the Democratic National Convention Thursday and what struck him most about her acceptance speech.

From the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, day four of the Democratic National Convention. Watch CBS News' special coverage.

Hillary Clinton makes history at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday. Accepting the party's nomination is the easy part -- but getting American voters to trust her will be her toughest task. Nancy Cordes reports.

Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney addresses marriage equality at the Democratic National Convention. See his remarks here.

Tonight, Hillary Clinton will take the stage of the Democratic National Convention and formally accept her presidential nomination. Democratic strategists Lis Smith and Lynda Tran and 2008 Clinton spokesman Mo Elleithee join CBSN to discuss what we can expect to hear from Hillary Clinton tonight.

Hillary Clinton lays out her plan for America's future Thursday night at the Democratic National Convention. She was there Wednesday to take the baton from President Obama. The old adversaries from 2008 embraced after the president praised Clinton's readiness for the Oval Office. He and other speakers hammered Donald Trump with some of the toughest talk of the convention. Nancy Cordes reports.

From the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, day three of the Democratic National Convention. Watch CBS News' special coverage.

CBS News' Nancy Cordes breaks down the second day of the Democratic National Convention, where Hillary Clinton became the first woman presidential nominee but some Bernie Sanders supporters continued to protest.

Legendary singer and songwriter Carole King will perform at the Democratic National Convention Thursday night. The longtime Democrat was an early supporter of Hillary Clinton's campaign, even going door-to-door in New York to try and win over voters. King joins "CBS This Morning" in Philadelphia to discuss Clinton's candidacy and how the Democratic Party treated Bernie Sanders' supporters.

As expected, the conversation about social justice at the Democratic National Convention is dramatically different from last week's RNC. Mo Rocca and Steve Chaggaris joined CBSN to talk about the issues and the tone.

A faction of Bernie Sanders supporters protested outside the Democratic National Convention Tuesday night. Steve Chaggaris and Mo Rocca join CBSN to discuss the protests.

From the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, day two of the Democratic National Convention. Watch CBS News' special coverage.

Among the speakers at the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday night will be mothers who lost their children to violence. DeMarco Morgan talked to the mothers of Eric Garner, Michael Brown, Jordan Davis, Blair Holt, Hadiya Pendleton and Trayvon Martin.

After the roll call of the states at the DNC, Hillary Clinton became the Democratic candidate for president of the United States; among the speakers at the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday night will be mothers who lost their children to violence

CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris, CBS News contributor Frank Luntz, and Democratic strategist Lis Smith join CBSN to discuss the roll call vote at the Democratic National Convention.

Jason Carr and FactCheck.org review some of the claims that were made on Day 1 of the Democratic National Convention.

The Democratic National Convention began its first day with Hillary Clinton's name getting booed, but it ended with cheers and a feeling of unity. Nancy Cordes and Nomiki Konst join CBSN to talk about whether or not that feeling of unity will last.

One of the Democratic party's hottest stars brought the crowd to its feet Monday at the Democratic National Convention. Nancy Cordes and Mo Rocca joined CBSN to talk about Cory Booker's speech.

Bernie Sanders spoke on the first night of the Democratic National Convention, garnering heavy cheers. Nancy Cordes and Mo Rocca joined CBSN to discuss the Vermont senator's speech.

From the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA, day one of the Democratic National Convention. Watch CBS News' special coverage.

Bernie Sanders surrogate and former president and CEO of the NAACP Ben Jealous urges rowdy Sanders supporters at the Democratic National Convention to vote for Hillary Clinton. See his remarks here.

Congressman Steny Hoyer spoke on the opening night of the Democratic National Convention. See his remarks here.

Reverend and civil rights activist Jesse Jackson joins CBSN with reaction to the controversy surrounding the Democratic National Convention.

Boyz II Men rocked opening night at the Democratic National Convention with their 1991 debut single "Motownphilly." Watch their performance here.

The Democratic party is facing controversy amid an email leak and the resignation of party chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz. CBSN political contributors Leslie Sanchez, Lis Smith and Lynda Tran discuss what we can expect from day one of the DNC.

Bernie Sanders and Michelle Obama speak Monday night on the opening night of the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. Here are three story lines to watch this during DNC 2016, which will air in prime-time on NBC from 10-11 p.m. EST:1. Sanders supportersSen. Bernie Sanders ran a spirited and nearly successful campaign for the Democratic Party nomination, galvanizing the left wing of the party against nominee Hillary Clinton. That challenge got more difficult over the weekend when internal Democratic Party emails revealed the national party privately supporting Clinton despite claiming to remain neutral. Bill Clinton, Michelle Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, and President Barack Obama all make for difficult company for an obscure politician to gain attention.

New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker is speaking Monday night at the Democratic National Convention. He was reportedly a candidate to be Hillary Clinton's running mate. Booker joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the Democratic National Committee email hacking that resulted in the resignation of chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Clinton's running mate, Tim Kaine.

George McGovern urges the nation to "come home" to American ideals during his acceptance speech at the 1972 Democratic National Convention.

Former Texas Gov. Ann Richards delivers the keynote speech at the 1988 Democratic National Convention to support Michael Dukakis. She refers to George H. Bush as "poor George."

John Podesta, chairman of the Hillary Clinton campaign, says leaked emails ahead of the Democratic National Convention have "created a great controversy." He spoke with Scott Pelley about the resignation of party chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz, and how they will move forward to have a successful convention.

The day before the Democratic National Convention, chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz has announced that she is stepping down at the end of the week. Nancy Cordes has more.

The day before the Democratic National Convention, chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz has announced that she is stepping down at the end of the week; Russians will be competing at the Rio Olympics, despite a major doping scandal

"Sunday Morning" looks at some of this week's highlights, from the 73rd birthday of Rolling Stone Mick Jagger, to National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day and the Democratic National Convention. Jane Pauley reports.

On the eve of the Democratic National Convention, "Face the Nation" brings you an interview with President Obama, along with guest appearances from our panel of political experts.

Philadelphia's story began with the birth of a republic. Another chapter will be added to that story when the Democratic National Convention begins and the party nominates its first-ever female presidential nominee. Mo Rocca explores previous chapters of history and culture in the City of Brotherly Love.

Bernie Sanders warns the Democratic National Convention of a "messy" convention. But, what does this mean for Bernie supporters and the Democractic party? Representative Tulsi Gabbard is on the House Armed Service Committee and joins CBSN from Capitol Hill with more on Bernie Sanders.

Superdelegates make up roughly 15 percent of the 4,763 delegates who will attend the Democratic National Convention this summer to formally choose the Democratic nominee. Here's what you need to know about them and how they work.

Philadelphia will host DNC in 2016 "City of Brotherly Love" will play host to the the Democratic National Convention.

Mario Cuomo: The 60 Minutes interview "My greatest strength...was my anonymity," Mario Cuomo told Harry Reasoner in 1984, explaining the impact of his Democratic National Convention speech

Mario Cuomo criticizes the economy In 1984, the late former New York Governor Mario Cuomo confronted America’s rising deficit in his Democratic National Convention keynote address. Cuomo passed away on January 1, 2015 shortly after his son, Gov. Andrew Cuomo was formally sworn-in to his second term.