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ABC News To Air One-Hour Primetime Special, ‘Trump | Assassination Attempt: Minute by Minute,’ Anchored by David Muir and President Joe Biden’s Address Sunday, July 14, on ABC

ABC News announced today continuing special coverage of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump and the deadly shooting in Butler, Pennsylvania. “World News Tonight” anchor David Muir will anchor a one-hour primetime special, “Trump | Assassination Attempt: Minute by Minute,” on Sunday, July 14, immediately after the network airs President Joe Biden’s address to the nation from the Oval Office beginning at 8:00 p.m. ET on ABC. President Biden’s remarks will air at 5:00 p.m. PT, and the network special will air at 8:00 p.m. PT. Muir will be joined by chief White House correspondent Mary Bruce, chief justice correspondent Pierre Thomas, chief Washington correspondent and “This Week” co-anchor Jonathan Karl, chief global affairs correspondent and “This Week” co-anchor Martha Raddatz, “World News Tonight” Saturday anchor and “Good Morning America” weekend co-anchor Whit Johnson, senior congressional correspondent Rachel Scott, correspondent Aaron Katersky and executive

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July 11, 2024

ABC News Announces Special Coverage of 2024 Republican and Democratic National Conventions All Day, Monday Through Thursday, Each Week on ABC, ABC News Live and Hulu

Today, ABC News announced special coverage of the 2024 Republican National Convention on Monday, July 15, through Thursday, July 18, and the Democratic National Convention on Monday, Aug. 19, through Thursday, Aug. 22. Throughout each day, there will be coverage on the candidates, campaign updates, party platforms, key speeches, polling and the issues most important to voters. Primetime coverage will air for one hour (10:00-11:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC every day of the conventions, and ABC News Live, the network’s 24/7 streaming news channel, will have primetime coverage from 7:00 p.m. EDT to 12:00 a.m. EDT. Hulu will also have live reports available all day. “World News Tonight” anchor and managing editor David Muir will lead coverage, joined by ABC News Live “Prime” anchor Linsey Davis on each of the four nights of both conventions, beginning at 9:00 p.m. EDT on ABC News Live, followed by one hour at 10:00 p.m. EDT on ABC with special reports throughout every day. Coverage will feature AB

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June 28, 2024

ABC News’ Special Coverage of the CNN Presidential Debate Wins Across the Board, Outdelivering Broadcast Networks by Double Digits

ABC News’ “The Race for the White House” special coverage of the “CNN Presidential Debate” ranked No. 1 among the broadcast networks in Total Viewers (8.696 million), Adults 25-54 (2.238 million) and Adults 18-49 (1.887 million), based on Nielsen’s Fast National ratings. “World News Tonight” anchor and managing editor David Muir led coverage with ABC News’ powerhouse political team. ABC (9:00-10:38 p.m. EDT) outdelivered the coverage of the first presidential debate of the 2024 cycle on NBC (5.170 million, 1.443 million and 1.176 million, respectively, 9:00-10:38 p.m. EDT) by 68% in Total Viewers, 55% in Adults 25-54 and by 60% in Adults 18-49. ABC outperformed the coverage of the first presidential debate on CBS (4.812 million, 1.301 million and 1.042 million, respectively, 9:00-10:38 p.m. EDT) by 81% in Total Viewers, 72% in Adults 25-54 and by 81% in Adults 18-49. For the 2nd time in the last three presidential debates, ABC News stood as the 1 broadcast network across the board — o

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June 26, 2024

ABC News Live Presents ‘Pride Across America,’ in Partnership With Hulu and ABC Owned Television Stations, With Live Coverage From Three of the Nation’s Largest Pride Marches and Parades on Sunday, June 30

ABC News Live will celebrate Pride Month on Sunday, June 30, with “Pride Across America,” an unparalleled television event spanning the country, featuring five hours of live coverage from three of the nation’s biggest pride marches and parades, which draw millions of participants and spectators. In partnership with Hulu and ABC Owned Television Stations WABC (New York), WLS (Chicago) and KGO (San Francisco), “Pride Across America” begins June 30 at 11 a.m. EDT with a one-hour program on WABC, ABC News Live and Hulu. Streaming coverage of the pride marches and parades continues on ABC News Live and Hulu until 4:00 p.m. EDT, featuring special guests, inspiring content and more. Coverage will also be available to stream live to all Hulu subscribers. “Good Morning America” Saturday and Sunday co-anchor and transportation correspondent Gio Benitez, “Nightline” co-anchor Juju Chang, ABC News contributor and host of ABC Audio’s podcast “Life Out Loud” LZ Granderson, and FX’s “What We Do in t

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June 18, 2024

ABC News Announces ‘Race for the White House,’ Coverage and Analysis of the 2024 Presidential Election and the Candidates With Special Programming on ABC, ABC News Live and Hulu on Thursday, June 27, From 7:00 P.M. to 12:00 A.M. EDT

Today, ABC News announced coverage of the 2024 presidential election and the candidates with special programming on ABC, ABC News Live, the 24/7 streaming news network, and Hulu on Thursday, June 27, beginning at 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. EDT. ABC network coverage will kick off with a one-hour linear and streaming special report, “Race for the White House,” beginning at 8:00 p.m. EDT. Immediately following ABC News’ presentation of the CNN Presidential Debate simulcast at 9:00 p.m. EDT, the network and streaming channel will provide a post-debate program with reporting on and analysis of the candidates, issues, and state of the race. “World News Tonight” anchor and managing editor David Muir leads the network’s coverage with ABC News’ powerhouse political team, including ABC News Live “Prime” anchor Linsey Davis, chief White House correspondent Mary Bruce, chief global affairs correspondent and “This Week” co-anchor Martha Raddatz, chief Washington correspondent and “This Week” co-ancho

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May 31, 2024

ABC News Presents Network-Wide Coverage of LGBTQ+ Pride Month Throughout June

Today, ABC News announced network-wide, month-long coverage of LGBTQ+ Pride Month and the community, coverage includes: ABC News Live will highlight Pride Month throughout June, featuring interviews with LGBTQ+ changemakers and an array of stories about the community on “ABC News Live Prime with Linsey Davis.” ABC News Live’s pride parade coverage kicks off with a simulcast of KABC-TV’s coverage of LA Pride on June 9 and will culminate with “Pride Across America,” a major streaming event that spans the entire country, featuring five hours of live coverage from three of the nation’s biggest pride marches and parades on June 30, beginning at 11 a.m. EDT/8 a.m. PDT. In partnership with Hulu and ABC Owned Television Stations WABC (New York), WLS (Chicago) and KGO (San Francisco), “Pride Across America” will begin with a one-hour pre-show, followed by coverage of the pride marches and parades and will include live special guest interviews and inspiring stories, spotlighting today’s influen

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May 16, 2024

ABC News Announces Documentary ‘Print It Black’ on Local Newspaper’s Response to Robb Elementary Shooting to Premiere Friday, May 24, on ABC News Live and Hulu

ABC News announced today the upcoming documentary “PRINT IT BLACK,” on the local Uvalde newspaper’s response to the Robb Elementary School mass shooting and the fallout that hit home, premieres Friday, May 24, at 8 p.m. EDT / 9 p.m. PDT on ABC News Live and Hulu. After the devastating tragedy, Uvalde Leader-News journalists are left to report on the fallout — and on one of their own staff members. Reporter Kimberly Rubio rose to national prominence as an advocate for gun reform after her 10-year-old daughter, Lexi, was killed in the shooting. Told through the lens of the journalists’ reporting, the social fabric of a small Texas town unravels as Kimberly and other victims’ families search for accountability from law enforcement and local leaders. “We’re honored that Kim Rubio and the staff of the Uvalde Leader-News allowed our team into their worlds in a period of staggering grief,” said Cindy Galli, executive producer of ABC News’ Investigative Unit. “This documentary is the embodime

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May 1, 2024

ABC News Announces Special Monthlong, Network-Wide Coverage Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage

ABC News announced today special monthlong coverage celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. The network-wide coverage kicking off Wednesday, May 1 will share stories that celebrate the history, unique heritage and culture, and contributions of the AANHPI community to the fabric of America. Special coverage includes the following: “Good Morning America” will celebrate authors, small-business owners, sports trailblazers, beauty moguls and more, as well as feature AANHPI-inspired cuisine and fashions. Plus, the morning program will air a first look at an interview with activist and astronaut Amanda Nguyen, the first Vietnamese and Southeast Asian woman to go to space. “Nightline” will air the sit-down interview with Amanda Nguyen, the activist known for igniting the Stop Asian Hate movement and passing sexual assault survivor rights, to discuss how she overcame adversity to pursue her dream of space travel. Plus, the broadcast will highli

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April 19, 2024

ABC News Announces Special Week-Long Series in Honor of Earth Day Featuring Innovative Solutions for Climate Change Across All Programs and Platforms, ABC Owned Television Stations and ABC Affiliate Stations

ABC News announced today a special week-long series for Earth Week, “The Power of Us: People, Climate, and Our Future,” featuring innovative solutions for climate change. Led by ABC News chief meteorologist and climate correspondent Ginger Zee along with the ABC News weather and climate unit, this series will not only cover climate challenges we face but also share stories of empowerment about emerging solutions — from individuals, communities, industry and government — for our changing world. “Power of Us,” part of Disney and National Geographic’s ourHOME global campaign, begins Sunday, April 21, and airs across ABC News programs and platforms, ABC Owned Television Stations and ABC affiliate stations through Friday, April 26. “ABC News’ continued commitment to provide audiences with straightforward climate change coverage is more of a priority than ever,” said ABC News President Kim Godwin. “Building upon the success of last year’s ‘Power of Water’ series, ‘Power of Us’ moves the nee

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March 22, 2024

ABC News and National Geographic Announce ‘Eclipse Across America,’ an Unprecedented Live Event To Broadcast Rare Total Solar Eclipse

On Monday, April 8, at least 32 million people across America will find themselves in the path of a total solar eclipse, where the moon will completely block the sun in what will be the last of its kind in the U.S. until 2044. To celebrate this rare moment, ABC News and National Geographic announce the unparalleled event “Eclipse Across America,” airing live Monday, April 8, beginning at 2:00 p.m. EDT on ABC, ABC News Live, National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Disney+ and Hulu as well as network social media platforms. The special will be anchored by “World News Tonight” anchor David Muir and “ABC News Live Prime” anchor Linsey Davis, who will be reporting live from Burlington, Vermont. Nat Geo talent Mariana van Zeller (“Trafficked”) and Nat Geo Explorers photographer Cristina Mittermeier (“Photographer”), astrophotographer Babak Tafreshi, and astrophysicists Jedidah Isler and Ved Chirayath will be on site to show viewers how to safely observe and photograph eclipses and break

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ABC News To Air One-Hour Primetime Special, ‘Trump | Assassination Attempt: Minute by Minute,’ Anchored by David Muir and President Joe Biden’s Address Sunday, July 14, on ABC

ABC News Announces Special Coverage of 2024 Republican and Democratic National Conventions All Day, Monday Through Thursday, Each Week on ABC, ABC News Live and Hulu

ABC News’ Special Coverage of the CNN Presidential Debate Wins Across the Board, Outdelivering Broadcast Networks by Double Digits

ABC News Live Presents ‘Pride Across America,’ in Partnership With Hulu and ABC Owned Television Stations, With Live Coverage From Three of the Nation’s Largest Pride Marches and Parades on Sunday, June 30

ABC News Announces ‘Race for the White House,’ Coverage and Analysis of the 2024 Presidential Election and the Candidates With Special Programming on ABC, ABC News Live and Hulu on Thursday, June 27, From 7:00 P.M. to 12:00 A.M. EDT

ABC News Presents Network-Wide Coverage of LGBTQ+ Pride Month Throughout June

ABC News Announces Documentary ‘Print It Black’ on Local Newspaper’s Response to Robb Elementary Shooting to Premiere Friday, May 24, on ABC News Live and Hulu

ABC News Announces Special Monthlong, Network-Wide Coverage Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage

ABC News Announces Special Week-Long Series in Honor of Earth Day Featuring Innovative Solutions for Climate Change Across All Programs and Platforms, ABC Owned Television Stations and ABC Affiliate Stations

ABC News and National Geographic Announce ‘Eclipse Across America,’ an Unprecedented Live Event To Broadcast Rare Total Solar Eclipse

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