Here's how third-party, independent candidates might threaten Democrats and Republicans in 2024

Two political outsiders have taken steps to launch independent or third-party presidential bids over the past week. The rise of outside candidates in 2024 reflects the unpopularity of the Democratic and Republican parties, led by President Joe Biden and Donald Trump.

Trump would accept House speakership for 'short period' while Republicans decide on permanent replacement

Trump said he would accept a short-term House speaker role to serve as a “unifier" for the GOP until a conclusion is reached on which member of Congress should take on the leadership post.

Trump's rhetoric offers insight into how he might govern as president again

Trump in recent weeks encouraged Biden's impeachment because of his own impeachments and urged his party to shut down the U.S. government with the hope it would stall some of the criminal cases he faces.

Trump lawyers go after accountant, appeal major pretrial ruling in New York fraud case

The trial that could block former President Donald Trump from doing business in New York is drilling down on a major question: Was it his company or was it hired accountants that bore responsibility for financial statements that the state calls fraudulent.

Fontes: Trump will be on '24 AZ ballot if nominated
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As questions remain amongst some people over whether Former President Donald Trump can run again for his old job after what happened on January 6, Arizona's Secretary of State said he has made his decision. Democrat Adrian Fontes says the former president has every right to have his name on Arizona's ballot in 2024, should he garner the GOP's nomination for the presidency. Fontes said he is just doing what the law instructs him to do.

Kari Lake files to run for U.S. Senate
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Kari Lake, the former Republican nominee for Arizona governor, has filed to run for the United States Senate. Lake will launch her campaign during a rally next week. The seat is currently held by Independent Kyrsten Sinema, who has not formally launched a re-election campaign at this time. The only other major Republican in the race so far is Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb. Democratic Congressman Ruben Gallego is also running for the Senate seat.

Judge issues limited gag order after Trump sends disparaging post about court clerk

A New York judge has imposed a limited gag order with a stern warning after Donald Trump disparaged a key court staffer during his civil business fraud trial.

Trump back in court for civil fraud trial
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Former President Donald Trump was back in a New York courtroom Tuesday for the second day of his business fraud trial. Trump made remarks before heading into court, calling NY Attorney General Letitia James a fraud who doesn't have a case. Trump also slammed the judge presiding over the case. The civil suit accuses Trump of lying for years about the value of his assets to deceive banks to get better loans and insurance policies. Trump's lawyers say his financial statements were legitimate.

How Dianne Feinstein's death impacts control of the Senate

An election to pick the state’s next senator serving a full six-year term was is scheduled for next year.

Phoenix high school football team hopes to get first playoff win in decades

The football team for Central High School in Phoenix has had quite the turnaround recently. The team has not won a playoff since the 1970s, but with a young head coach and a team of talented student athletes, they are now hoping to make history.

Future Democratic stars rally around Biden's reelection and their own 2028 bids

A new generation of Democratic presidential prospects is taking steps to strengthen their national profiles as they fan out across the country to help President Joe Biden's reelection campaign.

President Joe Biden addressed Arizona, paid tribute to John McCain during visit

Air Force One landed during the evening hours of Sept. 27 at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, and flew President Biden away from Arizona the next day. During the President's time in Phoenix, he delivered a 'democracy-focused address,' and attended a private fundraising event.

Key takeaways from the 2nd Republican debate
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Political consultant Michael O'Neil joins FOX 10's John Hook as we dig deeper into the key takeaways of the second Republican presidential debate on Sept. 27.

Biden addresses Arizona, pays tribute to John McCain
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President Biden was in Tempe on Sept. 28 where he delivered a democracy-focused address and also paid tribute to the late John McCain, the 2008 Republican presidential candidate who represented the state in the U.S. Senate for more than three decades. During his speech, Biden formally announced the creation of the John S. McCain III National Library on the Tempe campus of Arizona State University.

You Decide: Sept. 27 Republican debate analysis

Right after Wednesday's Republican debate, FOX 10 hosted our first-ever streaming event at 8 p.m. MST Arizona time (11 p.m. Eastern).

2nd Republican debate analysis
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John Hook was joined by two of the Valley's premier political consultants, HighGround Inc..'s Chuck Coughlin, and Copper State Consulting Group's Stan Barnes. They broke down key moments in the debate: Who won? Who lost? What's next? And which candidate is in the best position to take on Donald Trump.

California Gov. Newsom believes Florida Gov. DeSantis 'regrets running for President'

The two governors will debate on Nov. 30. California Gov. Gavin Newsom says the fact that DeSantis accepted the debate at all "shows he's completely unqualified to be President of the United States."