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California Gov. Newsom spars with Fox News host Hannity over Biden, immigration and the economy
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom sparred with Fox News host Sean Hannity on Monday night, insisting President Joe Biden is physically fit for a second term as president while refusing to say whether supporters have urged him to run against Biden on the 2024 ballot.Trump prepares for court appearance as 1st ex-president to face federal criminal charges
Donald Trump has arrived in Florida ahead of a history-making federal court appearance Tuesday on dozens of felony charges accusing him of illegally hoarding classified documents and thwarting the Justice Department’s efforts to get the records back.
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GOP conservatives say they’ll end House floor blockade — for now
House conservatives said Monday that they’re ready to end their blockade of the House floor — at least temporarily — while they continue discussions with Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) abou…
thehill.comThe Great Grift: How billions in COVID-19 relief aid was stolen or wasted
An Associated Press analysis found that fraudsters potentially stole more than $280 billion in COVID-19 relief funding; another $123 billion was wasted or misspent.
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Grassley: Burisma executive who allegedly paid Biden has audio recordings of conversations with Joe, Hunter
Sen. Chuck Grassley said Monday that the Burisma executive who allegedly paid Joe Biden and Hunter Biden kept 17 audio recordings of his conversations with them as an “insurance policy," citing the FBI FD-1023 form that the bureau briefed congressional lawmakers on.
McCarthy attacks CNN in response to Trump question
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) pushed back on questioning from a CNN reporter about former president Trump’s recent federal indictment by bringing up hires the network has made of fo…
thehill.comTrump pleads not guilty to federal charges that he illegally kept classified documents
Donald Trump is making his first court appearance in a historical criminal case charging the former president with hoarding top secret government documents, boastfully displaying them to visitors and trying to hide them from investigators who demanded them back.
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Authorities prep security for Trump's arraignment, alert to possible 'turn for the worse'
Security ahead of Trump's arraignment in Miami has been organized between local and federal law enforcement
Adam Schiff and Katie Porter neck-and-neck in California senate primary for Feinstein seat: Poll - Washington Examiner
Reps. Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Katie Porter (D-CA) are neck-and-neck in the California Senate primary for the race to replace Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), but nearly half of voters are undecided on who they will support in the primary in nine months. In an Emerson College Polling/Inside...
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‘Extraordinarily difficult operation’: All eyes on Ukraine attack
Small territorial gains underscore the difficulty of the battle ahead for Ukrainian units with Russian troops dug in.
Ukraine offensive: What will it take for military push to succeed?
If Kyiv can split Russian troops in the south and hold ground, its push will have achieved its aims.
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Tucker Carlson: Cable news business has ‘limited future’
Former Fox News host Tucker Carlson says the cable news business is in trouble. “I really do think the cable news business has a limited future,” Carlson told journalist and author Chadwick Moore a…
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Trump indictment news: Former president arrives in Florida for classified docs hearing
Trump is expected to appear for an arraignment in federal court Tuesday and will deliver remarks from his golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey, later that night.
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McCarthy and hardliners reach tentative agreement to resume floor business | CNN Politics
Hardline conservatives have agreed to end their blockade of the House floor while they continue discussions with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy about future spending decisions and a new “power-sharing agreement,” according to multiple members leaving the speaker’s office.
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Flight training for Chinese military pilots targeted in latest US export crackdown
The Biden administration on Monday added 43 entities to an export control list, including Frontier Services Group Ltd, a security and aviation company previously run by Erik Prince, for training Chinese military pilots and other activities that threaten U.S. national security.
Trump arrives in Florida ahead of court appearance
The former president prepares to be formally charged with illegally retaining classified documents.
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Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp warns GOP not to get "bogged down" in Trump indictment
"I think it's a distraction politically. I think in some ways it's exactly what the Democrats want," Kemp said in an interview with CBS News.
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Oversight Committee subpoenas former Hunter Biden business partner
The Oversight Committee has been investigating the business dealings of several members of President Joe Biden's family.
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Government watchdog issues warning letter to Karine Jean-Pierre over violating Hatch Act: Report - Washington Examiner
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was sent a letter of warning over her apparent violation of the Hatch Act, according to a report. In a letter reportedly shared with NBC News, the Office of Special Counsel said Jean-Pierre had violated the Hatch Act when she made a series of...
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McCarthy rips CNN for hiring James Clapper, Andrew McCabe: ‘Are you prepared to defend your network?’
The reporter had asked McCarthy about whether the House GOP had any plans to defend former President Donald Trump in his classified documents indictment.
Young athlete in Montana climate change trial testifies he uses inhaler due to forest fire smoke
A high school athlete who is one of 16 young plaintiffs who took Montana to court over climate change says increased smoke from forest fires has made it difficult to run races.
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Fox News’s Turley: Trump could face ‘terminal sentence’ if DOJ proves even one count
Fox News legal analyst Jonathan Turley says former President Trump could die in prison if convicted on just one count after being indicted by the Justice Department last week on dozens of charges r…
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Kyiv says it has liberated front-line villages in counteroffensive; Putin appeals to Russians' patriotism
All eyes are on Ukraine's counteroffensive after its armed forces claimed to have liberated four front-line villages in the eastern Donetsk region.
NATO secretary general: Ukraine 'gaining ground' against Russia in counteroffensive
Ukraine's success will be critical to sustaining the support that NATO secretary general Jens Stoltenberg said is vital to winning the war.
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NSC maintains initial reporting on Chinese spy base in Cuba was inaccurate
Spokesperson John Kirby denounced the sources behind the first reporting.
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Dissecting Trump’s defenses: Allies test out a variety in classified docs case
Former President Trump and his allies are testing out a slew of defenses against the Justice Department’s 37-count indictment as he prepares for his first court appearance Tuesday on allegations he…
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Trump arrives in Miami for arraignment on first-ever federal charges against an ex-president
Former President Donald Trump arrived in Miami, where he is expected to surrender to authorities in a federal criminal probe Tuesday.
Trump drew one of his favorite judges. Here’s how she could help his case.
Judge Aileen Cannon has broad power to control the direction — and the pace — of the classified documents case.
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'Loser, loser, loser:' Chris Christie attacks, taunts, and mocks Donald Trump
A Trump return to the presidency will only be about "settling scores" rather than helping the American people, Christie told a CNN town hall.
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Takeaways from CNN’s town hall with Chris Christie | CNN Politics
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie laid into Donald Trump in a CNN town hall Monday night, calling the former president “angry” and “vengeful” and accusing him of “vanity run amok” within the event’s opening minutes.
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GOP rep accuses DOJ of setting trap to imprison Trump supporters: ‘They want J6 again’
Rep. Clay Higgins (R-La.) has accused the Justice Department of setting a trap to imprison supporters of former President Trump, who has called for protests in response to his latest indictment ove…
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Twitter boss Linda Yaccarino gives first hint on shake-up plans
Chief executive Linda Yaccarino says the company aims to "drive civilisation forward".
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Trump blames Biden poll numbers for DOJ indictment
Former President Trump claimed without evidence that the Biden administration was bringing a federal indictment against him because President Biden’s poll numbers have been dipping. “TheyR…
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U.S. extends temporary legal status for over 300,000 immigrants that Trump sought to end
The move will allow 337,000 immigrants from El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal and Nicaragua to continue living in the U.S. under the Temporary Protected Status policy.
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Dems, shocked by SCOTUS minority voter ruling, see opportunity as House fight looms
Democrats are celebrating the Supreme Court's Allen v. Milligan decision on the Voting Rights Act, calling it a win before the battle to take back the House in 2024
Joe and Hunter Biden caught on 17 recordings with Burisma owner, Grassley reveals FBI form says - Washington Examiner
A top Senate Republican revealed Monday that an FBI informant said the Ukrainian oligarch involved in an alleged “criminal bribery scheme” with Joe and Hunter Biden also claimed to have 17 recordings of his conversations with the president and his son. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) revealed on the...
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Most Democrats want President Biden to debate in 2024, amid concerns over his ability to serve another term
Most Democrats planning to vote in the 2024 primary election want to see all candidates — including President Joe Biden — go head-to-head on the debate stage before choosing a nominee to represent their party next fall.
How are Trump's federal charges different from the New York indictment? Legal experts explain the distinctions
Trump left his golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey, on Monday en route to Miami, where he will be arraigned on federal charges Tuesday.
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Newsom says he’d agree to a debate against DeSantis moderated by Hannity
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) said he would agree to a debate with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) moderated by Fox News host Sean Hannity. “I’m all in. Count on it,” Newso…
thehill.comTakeaways from CNN’s town hall with Chris Christie | CNN Politics
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie laid into Donald Trump in a CNN town hall Monday night, calling the former president “angry” and “vengeful” and accusing him of “vanity run amok” within the event’s opening minutes.
www.cnn.comMcCarthy and conservatives reach a truce to allow House to move forward on bills
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy appears to have resolved, for now, an impasse with some of the more conservative members of his caucus who had brought the chamber to a standstill last week.
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George Soros handing empire to son, Alex, prompts 'Godfather' comparison from European leader
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán took a jab at left-wing billionaire George Soros' decision to hand his empire over to his son, Alex, by referencing the film, "The Godfather."
Analysis: Trump’s arraignment on federal charges is a grave moment for the nation | CNN Politics
For the first time in history, the nation is seeking to put on criminal trial a person who was elected to lead it as president.
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Nikki Haley shifts to a more critical tone on Trump over classified documents allegations
"If this indictment is true, President Trump was incredibly reckless with our national security," former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley said.
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Miami Vice: Trump world wants a show of support over arraignment, but a peaceful one too
The former president called for peaceful protests. The city isn’t taking chances.
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India says Dorsey claim it threatened Twitter shutdown a 'lie'
India threatened to shut down Twitter in the country unless it complied with orders to restrict accounts critical of the handling of farmer protests, its co-founder Jack Dorsey said, a charge Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government called a "lie".
'Dead' woman found breathing in coffin
Mourners in Ecuador realise the 76-year-old is still alive hours after she was placed in a coffin.
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John Bolton: Trump indictment ‘devastating’
Former national security adviser John Bolton said the federal charges brought against former President Trump last week are “devastating,” adding the indictment should result in the end of TrumpR…
thehill.comOversight Committee subpoenas former Hunter Biden business partner
The Oversight Committee has been investigating the business dealings of several members of President Joe Biden's family.
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China spinning a ‘web’ of influence campaigns to win over Taiwan
Away from the headline grabbing military threats, Beijing’s propaganda department is working to woo hearts and minds.
Biden bringing on ex-labor secretary and DNC chair Tom Perez to help with implementation push
President Joe Biden has named Tom Perez, the former labor secretary and Democratic National Committee chairman, as a senior adviser and his liaison to state and local governments.
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Chechens align with Russian Defense Ministry against mercenary Wagner Group - Washington Examiner
Russian officials have moved to bring paramilitary Russian forces under official control in a maneuver that has showcased the divergence between the defense brass and Russia’s most prominent mercenary group."I think this is a very good thing,” a Chechen commander, Apty Alaudinov, said Monday...
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What's next for McCarthy's fight with the far right
With lawmakers returning to the Capitol on Monday, there’s no sign that Speaker Kevin McCarthy is any less stuck than he was last week.
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Former NFL running back Peyton Hillis recounts 'scariest point' of saving his son and niece from rip current
Former NFL running back Peyton Hillis, who saved his son and niece from a rip current while swimming at a Florida beach, says "it is 100% a miracle" no one died.
Student loan payments will be due starting in October, Department of Education clarifies | CNN Politics
In October, tens of millions of borrowers will be required to pay their monthly federal student loan bills for the first time since March 2020, the Department of Education clarified Monday.
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Second Amendment group to urge Congress to overturn ATF pistol brace rule
Gun Owners of America, a Second Amendment grassroots group, plans to urge Republican leadership in Congress to overturn an ATF rule banning pistol braces.
Trump vows to appoint special prosecutor to ‘go after’ Biden if former president wins in 2024
Former President Trump on Monday threatened to appoint a special prosecutor to specifically target President Biden and his family if he’s reelected to the White House. Trump’s post on T…
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Ukraine claims new gains in early phase of counteroffensive
Ukraine said its troops had recaptured seven villages from Russian forces along a front in the southeast since starting its long-anticipated counteroffensive last week.
Will Trump draw violent protesters to Miami? Experts monitor chance ahead of arraignment
Experts told USA TODAY that widespread civil disobedience appeared unlikely. But that doesn't eliminate the possibility of clashes, or a solo extremist.
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Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's studio condemn Donald Trump campaign video
The film studio, owned by the two actors, said it does not grant consent for material to be used.
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Christie says conduct alleged in Trump indictment ‘awful,’ says ‘lot more information to come’
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) said Monday that the conduct alleged in a federal indictment against former President Trump is “awful” and believed that there’s “a…
thehill.comPalestinian President Abbas begins China visit as Beijing seeks larger role in Mideast
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has begun a visit to China that comes as Beijing is seeking a larger role in Mideast politics and competing for energy resources.
apnews.comPGA Tour to senators: You didn’t help us ‘fend off’ the Saudis
In a letter to lawmakers, commissioner Jay Monahan said he pursued the deal, in part, because he didn’t get help from them.
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10 key takeaways from the Trump indictment: What the federal charges allegedly reveal
The unsealed 44-page document outlines the types of highly sensitive documents Trump allegedly had at Mar-a-Lago and includes key pieces of evidence.
www.cbsnews.com'He's toast': Growing number of Republicans criticize Trump over documents indictment
They are still a distinct minority of their party, but a growing number of Republicans have stepped forward to offer criticism of former President Donald Trump following the unsealing of the Justice Department's indictment relating to his refusal to hand over classified documents after leaving...
Ron DeSantis to attend fundraiser with Wall Street execs, including former Soros firm partner
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is scheduled to attend a fundraiser hosted by Wall Street executives, including one that has past ties to a George Soros backed fund.
Newsom dodges presidential run questions and defends Biden - Washington Examiner
Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) dodged questions about whether he plans to run for president and chose to defend President Joe Biden's record instead Monday evening. Newsom made the comments in an interview with Fox News's Sean Hannity. During the interview, Hannity pressed Newsom on whether he should...
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Missouri joins 19 states suing Biden admin over California’s gas truck phaseout
Twenty states are suing the EPA for backing a California law that will phase out medium- and heavy-duty, gas-powered vehicles while phasing in electric vehicles.
‘Massive’ Russian missile attack on Ukraine’s Kryvyi Rih city
At least six people killed and more than 30 wounded in Russian missile attack on Kryvyi Rih city in central Ukraine.
Utah mom accused of fatally poisoning husband with fentanyl denied bail ahead of trial
A Utah woman accused of poisoning her husband with a lethal dose of fentanyl appeared in court Monday for a detention hearing.
Litigants suggest ‘ulterior motive’ with Labor Department ESG retirement rule - Washington Examiner
Joe Biden's Department of Labor had an "ulterior motive" of pursuing the president's climate agenda when writing its retirement fund investing rule, a lawyer for plaintiffs suing the department said. In a Monday case update held by the Federalist Society, Jared Kelson, counsel for plaintiffs...
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Capitol Hill reckons with a government funding fight that just got tougher
Congress has to fund the government before October to avoid a government shutdown. But a debt deal that might have eased that crunch has instead created more tension.
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DeSantis, Trump spar over who is conservative enough for a right-veering Supreme Court
Ron DeSantis said Monday he would "do better" choosing conservative justices for the Supreme Court than former President Donald Trump.
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JPMorgan prepared to pay $290 million in settlement with Jeffrey Epstein victims
Other suits in the Epstein matter remain open, however, including the U.S. Virgin Islands' suit and a case against former executive Jes Staley.
Opinion: Trump backers are going bonkers with dangerous threats | CNN
“Threats of violence reflect an authoritarian impulse completely at odds with the alleged principles of the Republican Party and the conservative movement,” writes John Avlon. All the more distressing, he says, that followers of former President Donald Trump are embracing such language on the...
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Biden administration conveys ‘concerns’ to Cuba over Chinese spy facility
Correction: The White House has reached out to Cuba over a Chinese surveillance facility that has been on the island nation since at least 2019. The information was incorrect in an earlier version …
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US intelligence agencies buy Americans’ personal data, new report says | CNN Politics
The vast amount of personal data for sale online is an “increasingly powerful” tool for intelligence gathering by US and foreign spying agencies but also represents a privacy risk to ordinary people, according to a newly declassified US intelligence report.
www.cnn.comA timeline of events preceding Trump's latest indictment
Even as president, Trump had a history of mishandling confidential information. Here are some examples of how he botched intelligence procedures, including the events that led to his indictment on June 8.
'Trump can't win': Koch network releases ads targeting ex-president
The political arm of the network financed largely by billionaire Charles Koch is warning GOP voters about nominating Trump in 2024.
North Carolina Republicans seek to strip Democrat governor of elections board control
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Senate Republicans filed legislation Monday to strip Gov. Roy Cooper of power to appoint State Board of Elections members, intensifying a yearslong struggle over state government powers between the GOP-led General Assembly and the Democratic governor.
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Lawmakers subpoena Hunter Biden's ex-business partner for deposition in Biden family investigation: Report
The House Oversight Committee has issued a subpoena for Devon Archer, a former Hunter Biden business partner, to sit for a deposition this week, according to a report.
Texas to deploy buoys in Rio Grande in attempt to curb migrants from crossing river
Authorities will install a floating water barrier to prevent migrants from attempting to cross rivers in heavily trafficked areas of the Rio Grande Valley.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's Rainbow Flag Rant Gets Flipped Back On Her
The extremist Republican flipped out after she spotted the Pride flag flying outside the venue where she was speaking. "Shame on them," she repeatedly yelled.
Austin recommends Pacific leader as next Navy chief, passing over female admiral
President Joe Biden has yet to make a decision on whether to choose Adm. Samuel Paparo over Adm. Lisa Franchetti, who would be the first female member of the Joint Chiefs.
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Ohio court rules that ballot question at center of abortion debate must be rewritten - Washington Examiner
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled that a ballot question at the center of the state's abortion debate must be rewritten. The question itself doesn't mention abortion but will decide a provision that could prove decisive in the state's battle over abortion access, the Hill reported. In August, voters...
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Timeline: The special counsel inquiry into Trump’s handling of classified documents | CNN Politics
The federal criminal investigation into Donald Trump’s potential mishandling of classified documents has escalated with additional charges against the former president.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 475
As the war enters it 475th day, these are the main developments.
Supreme Court declines appeal from North Carolina group seeking Confederate flag license plates
The case was similar to one in 2015 in which the Supreme Court held that specialty license plates could prohibit images like the Confederate flag.
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Trump Supporters’ Violent Rhetoric in His Defense Disturbs Experts
The federal indictment of former President Donald Trump has unleashed a wave of calls by his supporters for violence and an uprising to defend him, disturbing observers and raising concerns of a dangerous atmosphere before his court appearance in Miami on Tuesday. In social media posts and...
Iran's president begins Latin America tour with stop in Venezuela
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — In his first visit to Latin America, Iran’s hardline president on Monday met with his Venezuelan counterpart and declared that both countries have “a common enemy,” alluding to the United States, before signing a series of cooperation agreements.
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Stocks jump, dollar eases as inflation data suggests Fed pause
Global shares rallied and the dollar eased on Tuesday after U.S. consumer price data showed inflation barely rose in May, increasing expectations the Federal Reserve will pause hiking interest rates when it concludes a two-day meeting on Wednesday.
Trump and DeSantis clash over Supreme Court picks: ‘Tripped in his high-heel boots’ - Washington Examiner
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) launched a direct challenge of former President Donald Trump over his three Supreme Court appointments. The governor said he “respects” the picks, but he pledges to “do better” than his closest Republican rival in nominating justices. Republicans have commended Trump for...
www.washingtonexaminer.comFrom the Ballot Box to the Jury Box, South Florida Voters Ponder Trump
MIAMI — As a registered voter in Palm Beach County, Florida, Bette Anne Starkey knows there is a possibility she could be chosen to serve on a jury in the federal criminal case against former President Donald Trump. But even though she is a two-time Trump voter, she cannot really say how she...
The SEC goes to war with crypto
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Congress can do more to prevent megafires - Washington Examiner
It is usually difficult to get people on the East Coast to care about public land management, but with an assist from Canada, wildfires were the top topic along the Eastern Seaboard this week. Over 2,000 separate fires burned about 10 million acres of forest this week, blanketing states from...
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Karine Jean-Pierre violated Hatch Act with 'mega MAGA Republicans' remarks: Government watchdog
A government watchdog has found White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre violated the Hatch Act when she referred to "mega MAGA Republicans" ahead of the 2022 midterm elections.
Ivanka Trump buried a photo of her dad at his granddaughter's bat mitzvah so deeply in her Instagram Stories that you wouldn't have known he was there unless you looked really hard
You have to scroll through 20 photos on Ivanka Trump's Stories before seeing any indication that Donald Trump was at Arabella Kushner's bat mitzvah.
State of emergency around fuel-tanker crash site in Russia's Irkutsk region, governor says
A state of emergency was introduced around the area where two fuel tankers collided on the Lena River in southeastern Russia's Irkutsk region, damaging a container and spilling gasoline into the water, the region's governor said early on Tuesday.
Oversight Chairman James Comer subpoenas Biden family associate Devon Archer to appear Friday - Washington Examiner
House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-KY) sent a subpoena to a Biden family business associate Monday urging him to appear before the committee Friday. The subpoena was sent to Devon Archer, a major player in Biden family business dealings in China, Russia, and...
www.washingtonexaminer.comSilvio Berlusconi’s death draws tributes, even from critics, in Italy and beyond
Former Italian Premier Silvio Berlusconi drew tributes in death even from his critics. He received lavish praise from admirers including Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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Haley changes tune, calls Trump ‘reckless’
Her criticism marked a departure from Republicans' initial reaction to Trump’s indictment.
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Senate launches probe into merger of Saudi-backed LIV Golf, PGA Tour
Sen. Richard Blumenthal is demanding records regarding LIV and PGA's partnership, which some say is an attempt to distract from Saudi Arabia's human rights record.
Cautious calm prevails around US court where Trump will appear
Journalists and law enforcement have gathered near the court in Miami but there were no signs of protesters.
Miami preparing for thousands of demonstrators ahead of Donald Trump arraignment
Miami officials are bringing in more security resources in anticipation for large crowds during former President Donald Trump's arraignment.
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Fox News Sends Tucker Carlson 'Cease And Desist' Letter Over Twitter Show
Carlson's executive producer said Tuesday's episode of the show will cover the indictment of former President Donald Trump.
McCarthy and GOP hardliners reach deal to end their blockade
However, the conservative group hasn't ruled out grinding the floor to a halt again, even as soon as next week.
www.politico.comRepublicans Contort Themselves In New Ways To Defend Trump
“There's no allegation that there was harm done to the national security,” said Sen. Marco Rubio, the top Republican on the Senate Intelligence Committee.
Body recovered from rubble of Philadelphia I-95 highway collapse
Human remains were recovered on Monday from a fallen overpass on Interstate 95 in Philadelphia as crews removed concrete debris from the site of a fiery weekend highway collapse that closed a stretch of one of the busiest traffic corridors along the U.S. East Coast.
Sanders threatens to block Biden NIH nominee over prescription drug price plan - Washington Examiner
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) has said he will not move forward on any health agency nominee from the Biden administration until the president announces a plan to lower prescription drug prices. Sanders, the chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, told the...
www.washingtonexaminer.comNashville sues over law letting Tennessee pick most of city's airport board
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Nashville officials filed a lawsuit Monday over a new Tennessee law that lets state leaders pick the majority of board members for the city's international airport — one of several bills passed by Republican lawmakers this year that targeted the left-leaning city.
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Work begins in Spain to exhume bodies of 128 Franco victims buried anonymously at mausoleum
Initial forensic work has begun to try to exhume the bodies of 128 victims of late dictator Francisco Franco’s forces who are among tens of thousands of people buried anonymously in the Valle de Cuelgamuros mausoleum, formerly known as the Valle de los...
Bernie Sanders to block all Biden health nominees until admin delivers plan to lower drug prices: Report
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., has vowed not to block President Biden's health nominees until his administration delivers a plan to lower drug prices.
'I'm honest': Biden says he played no role in Donald Trump's indictment
President Joe Biden said he's never influenced the DOJ as critics raise accusations following Donald Trump's indictment over classified documents.
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Al Qaeda-affiliated officials help lead Taliban government, UN report finds - Washington Examiner
A specialized United Nations team assessed that at least three key leaders in the Taliban's ruling government are “affiliated” or “associated” with the al Qaeda terrorist group in Afghanistan. The Taliban, which protected al Qaeda before and after the terrorist attacks of 9/11, rapidly took over...
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Kylian Mbappe informs PSG he will not extend contract: Media
Reports suggested that Paris Saint-Germain were hopeful Mbappe would trigger a contract extension.
US concerned North Korea plans to deliver more weapons to Russia
The United States is concerned that North Korea is planning to deliver more weapons to Russia, a U.S. State Department spokesperson said on Monday after North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to bolster strategic cooperation with Moscow.
Scott gains endorsements from more than 140 South Carolina leaders
Sen. Tim Scott’s (R-S.C.) 2024 presidential campaign announced Monday the senator received endorsements from more than 140 former and current South Carolina elected officials. Among the endor…
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Blinken hails US progress on China spying after Cuba revelations
US officials say China has for years operated spying facilities in Cuba that were upgraded in 2019.
Mexico City mayor to step down to pursue historic bid for presidency
Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum said she will step down on Friday to pursue the ruling party's candidacy for the 2024 presidential election, bidding to become the country's first female leader.
Trump arrives in Florida to face charges, maintains lead in poll
Former President Donald Trump arrived in Miami on Monday to face federal criminal charges, while a new Reuters/Ipsos poll found a vast majority of his fellow Republicans believe the case to be politically motivated.
What to Expect When Trump Is Charged in the Documents Case on Tuesday
WASHINGTON — The political world’s eyes will turn to the federal courthouse in Miami on Tuesday when former President Donald Trump is expected to surrender for his first appearance on charges that he illegally retained national security documents after leaving office, obstructed efforts to...
China cuts short-term borrowing costs to support recovery
China's central bank lowered a short-term lending rate for the first time in 10 months on Tuesday, to help restore market confidence and prop up a stalling post-pandemic recovery in the world's second-largest economy.
‘Historic moment’: First climate action case goes on trial in US
Plaintiffs argue Montana’s fossil fuel-reliant energy system violates their right to a clean and healthy environment.
California's Newsom pushes constitutional amendment to tighten gun access amid 2024 campaign
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing an amendment to the United States Constitution that would enshrine into law regulations on guns, including implementing universal background checks and raising the minimum age to buy a firearm to 21.
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Biden admin confident it can protect America's secrets after reports of China spy base in Cuba
The Biden administration is confident it can keep America's secrets amid reports of a Chinese spy base in Cuba. John Kirby criticized those who leaked the story to the media.
Biden sends $200 million in tax funds to sanctuary cities helping illegal immigrants - Washington Examiner
The Biden administration will shell out $363 million to help cities, states, and nonprofit groups cover the costs of feeding, sheltering, and transporting illegal immigrants released into the United States.Department of Homeland Security agencies Federal Emergency Management Agency and U.S...
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Maxine Waters defies consumer watchdogs in bid to loosen investment rules
The fight is being triggered by three bills that House Financial Services Chair Patrick McHenry is driving to boost capital raising for startups.
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Philadelphia I-95 collapse: Truck that caused fire was carrying 8,500 gallons of gasoline - Washington Examiner
The fire that caused part of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia to collapse on Sunday was caused by a truck that was carrying 8,500 gallons of gasoline, according to reports. The driver of the commercial truck lost control and crashed, resulting in a large fire that destroyed an elevated section of...
www.washingtonexaminer.comHow a federal indictment could help Trump in the GOP primary — and hurt him in the general election
As grave as the charges against Trump are, could the new indictment actually end up helping him politically?
Senate panel wants details on PGA Tour’s ‘drastic reversal’ on LIV Golf
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations wants details on PGA Tour’s “drastic reversal” on its position concerning the Saudi-backed LIV Golf af…
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Californians: Have you asked Sens. Feinstein or Padilla for help recently? Send us your receipts.
We also want to hear from staffers and liaisons on how the senators are handling constituent services.
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Italy urges China to scrap ‘any kind of support’ for Russia - Washington Examiner
Chinese General Secretary Xi Jinping should cut all aid to Russia’s war in Ukraine, a senior Italian official urged in the latest sign that China’s influence in Rome has eroded.“As far as China is concerned, I believe that a country that submitted a number of points to build peace cannot and...
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Supreme Court won’t review North Carolina decision ending Confederate license plates
The Supreme Court said that it won’t consider a case challenging North Carolina’s decision to stop issuing specialty license plates that depict the Confederate flag.
The surprising corner of the Senate that's sinking Biden nominees
Three presidential picks so far this year withdrew because they lacked enough support in the Commerce Committee, where there are four Democrats up for reelection in swing states next fall.
www.politico.comBiden got a root canal and it upended his schedule for the day
President Joe Biden got a root canal on Monday and it left something of a cavity in his daily schedule.
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Donald Trump summoned to court over classified documents indictment. What to know.
The indictment, unsealed by the Justice Department, charges Donald Trump with 37 felony counts.
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DOJ seeks 14-year prison sentence for Jan. 6 rioter who pleaded guilty to using Taser on police officer
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is planning to seek a 14-year prison sentence for a Jan 6. defendant who pleaded guilty to using a Taser on former Capitol Police officer Michael Fanone during …
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Silvio Berlusconi, billionaire media mogul and former Italian prime minister, dies at 86
Silvio Berlusconi was the billionaire Italian media mogul who served as the country's prime minister three times over a period of nine years.
Inflation cooled to 4% in May — the lowest reading in two years
The inflation rate has been on a steady decline, but the latest numbers show there are still areas of the economy where consumer prices remain stubbornly high.
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Trump arrives at Miami hotel ahead of court appearance on federal charges
Former President Donald Trump has arrived at his Miami hotel, Trump Doral International, ahead of his arraignment in federal court on Tuesday.
It’s already a hot start to what is expected to be a hot summer
The National Weather Service said Friday that record high temperatures are possible across portions of central to southern Texas and across portions of eastern Louisiana.
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NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell resigns
New York Police Department Commissioner Keechant Sewell is resigning from her post, Mayor Eric Adams confirmed Monday. “I want to thank Police Commissioner Sewell for her devotion over the la…
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Russian missile attack kills 11 in Ukrainian president's hometown
Eleven civilians were killed in a Russian missile attack that struck an apartment building and warehouses in Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's hometown of Kryvyi Rih on Tuesday, local officials said.
NYC launches program to reexamine gay bar drugging and homicide cases
The announcement comes more than a year after two gay men were killed as part of a drug-induced robbery scheme.
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Mother of 6-year-old who shot Virginia teacher pleads guilty to federal gun charges
The mother of the 6-year-old boy who shot his Virginia elementary school teacher pleaded guilty to federal gun charges on Monday. Deja Taylor of Newport News, Va. pleaded guilty in federal co…
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Tom Perez, former DNC chairman and Labor secretary, to join Biden White House
Tom Perez, who ran unsuccessfully for Maryland governor, will replace Julie Chavez Rodriguez, who left the White House to lead Biden's campaign.
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The tooth is out there: Biden gets a root canal
Dental specialists from Walter Reed will conduct the procedure at the White House.
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Who is Todd Blanche, the lawyer defending Trump as he heads to court?
A former federal prosecutor and top white-collar criminal defense attorney, Todd Blanche will be tasked with guiding Trump through the early stages of his response to federal charges.
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Two men who were active-duty members of the Marines Corps when they stormed the U.S. Capitol have pleaded guilty to riot-related criminal charges.
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Explainer: What challenges does Microsoft's $69 billion Activision deal face?
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission on Thursday asked an appeals court to temporarily stop Microsoft's $69 billion acquisition of video game maker Activision Blizzard , hours after a federal judge rejected a similar request.
Trump blasts Oklahoma governor over DeSantis endorsement
Former President Trump hit Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt (R) over his endorsement of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s (R) 2024 bid Monday after the two governors campaigned together over the weekend. …
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Twenty-two U.S. service members were injured in a helicopter "mishap" in northeastern Syria on Sunday, the U.S. military said late on Monday, without disclosing the cause of the incident or detailing the severity of the injuries.
Ukraine says it has recaptured fourth village amid counteroffensive
Ukrainian officials claimed the country’s forces have recaptured a fourth village in their counteroffensive against Russian troops. Deputy Defense Minister Hanna Maliar posted on Telegram on …
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Biden’s root canal forces him to reschedule meeting with NATO secretary-general
President Biden rescheduled his Monday meeting with the secretary-general of NATO as he recovers from a root canal performed Sunday at the White House.
JPMorgan Chase reaches settlement with Jeffrey Epstein victims
The lawsuit alleges JPMorgan Chase approved loans for Epstein while ignoring warnings about his abuse.
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Job done, says Jokic, as Nuggets beat Heat to win first NBA title
The Denver Nuggets beat the Miami Heat 94-89 on Monday to bring a first NBA title to Mile High City, with Serbian big man Nikola Jokic scoring 28 points and being named the Most Valuable Player of the Finals.
Biden would veto GOP bill protecting access to pistol braces
President Biden announced Monday that he would veto a Republican measure in the House that seeks to restrict his administration's plans to regulate pistol braces.
NYC mandates minimum wage for app-based delivery workers
The mandate, which took effect Monday, will start at $17.96 per hour and increase to $19.96 per hour by 2025.
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Actor Treat Williams killed while riding motorcycle in Vermont, agent says
The actor Treat Williams, known for his roles in Hair and Everwood, was killed in a motorcycle accident on Monday, his longtime agent said.
'Wheel of Fortune' host Pat Sajak announces he will retire next year
"It’s been a wonderful ride, and I’ll have more to say in the coming months," the veteran game show host tweeted.
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Catholic bishops torch the Dodgers for honoring Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence drag nun group
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) slammed the Los Angeles Dodgers for choosing an anti-Catholic group to receive its "Community Hero Award."
COVID shots should target XBB variants in 2023-24 campaign, US FDA staff say
COVID-19 vaccines being developed and manufactured for the 2023-2024 campaign should target one of the currently dominant XBB variants, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) staff reviewers said on Monday.
Biden administration finalizes deal preserving preventive healthcare coverage during legal challenge
The Biden administration on Monday finalized a deal to preserve the federal mandate requiring U.S. health insurers to cover preventive care like cancer screenings and HIV-preventing medication at no extra cost to patients while a legal challenge continues.
Compromise struck to preserve Obamacare’s preventive care mandate
The deal reached between the DOJ and Texas challengers could maintain insurance coverage of HIV drugs and other services nationwide.
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BioNTech vaccine hearing postponed after petition to change judge
The first hearing in a German court case against BioNTech over side effects allegedly caused by its COVID-19 vaccine was postponed on Monday after the plaintiff's lawyer petitioned for the case to be heard by different judges. The lawyer Tobias Ulbrich of law firm Rogert & Ulbrich asked for the...
America’s war on cancer rages on — from Nixon’s salvo to Biden’s moonshot
More than 50 years since the United States declared a war on cancer, the disease remains the second leading cause of death among Americans. According to federal data, cancer killed nearly 608…
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First-of-its-kind erectile dysfunction gel gets FDA’s OK for over-the-counter marketing, company says | CNN
A first-of-its-kind topical gel for the treatment of erectile dysfunction, called Eroxon, has been authorized for over-the-counter marketing in the United States, according to pharmaceutical company Futura Medical, which developed the product.
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Medical inflation is taking off, for some
www.politico.comThe Great Grift: 5 things to know about how COVID-19 relief aid was stolen or wasted
Over the last three years, thieves plundered billions of dollars in federal COVID-19 relief aid intended to combat the worst pandemic in a century and to stabilize an economy in free fall.
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Biogen rises as FDA panel backs Alzheimer's drug, easing safety concerns
Biogen's shares rose 2% on Monday as a unanimous backing of its Alzheimer's drug by the U.S. health regulator's advisers strengthened the case for a traditional approval with no major new safety warnings.
Ohio’s top court rules parts of ballot measure at center of abortion fight must be rewritten
The Ohio Supreme Court ruled Monday that a ballot measure at the center of an abortion fight in the state needed to be partially rewritten ahead of an August election, but also ruled against Democr…
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Walensky to face House COVID panel before stepping down as CDC head
Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), will testify before the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic on Tuesday to discuss the decision…
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Novartis buys Chinook for $3.5 billion in race to treat rare kidney disease
Novartis said it has agreed to acquire U.S. biotech firm Chinook Therapeutics for up to $3.5 billion to boost its late-stage drug development line-up, raising the stakes in the race for a rare kidney disease treatment.
About 15% of US children recently received mental health treatment, new CDC data shows | CNN
Nearly 15% of children in the United States recently were treated for mental health disorders, according to new research from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Fungal meningitis outbreak in U.S. kills 4 as CDC tries to track patients of clinics in Mexico
Nearly 200 people in the U.S. may have been exposed to the deadly illness at two medical clinics in Mexico.
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Polish hospital should have offered abortion to save woman's life, says ombudsman
A Polish hospital should have told a woman who later died that terminating her pregnancy could save her life, an ombudsman said on Monday, amid anger over a case that has thrust the country's strict abortion laws back into the spotlight.
Cyberattack is a factor in Illinois hospital’s closure | CNN Politics
A hospital in Illinois will close on Friday due in part to a cyberattack – a rare case of a health care provider publicly linking a hack incident to its closure.
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