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Republicans see growing primary field as boon for Trump
Republicans are grappling with an increasingly apparent — and to some, uncomfortable — reality that a potentially crowded 2024 primary field could once again boost former President Trump to the GOP nomination.
Gang of Eight has been 'given a flavor' of what's in the Trump, Pence and Biden docs, Himes says
A top Democrat said the information the bipartisan group of congressional leaders got in their first briefing by administration officials was unsatisfactory.
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DeSantis rips Newsom in California speech, says state ‘hemorrhaging population’ to Florida
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ripped California Gov. Gavin Newsom on his home turf Sunday, saying Florida has "witnessed a great American exodus from states governed by leftist politicians."
Biden chides GOP for ‘trying to hide the truth’ about Black history in marking Bloody Sunday
President Biden on Sunday called out Republicans for efforts to limit teaching parts of Black history as he marked the 58th anniversary of Bloody Sunday. “History matters,” Biden said at …
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Buttigieg responds to East Palestine critics, calls Trump's trip 'somewhat maddening'
Pete Buttigieg is firing back at Republican critics of his response to the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, in a new interview
Party of Estonian PM, strong Ukraine backer, gains big win
Estonians have cast ballots in a parliamentary election where initial results suggested the center-right Reform Party of Prime Minister Kaja Kallas. one of Europe’s most outspoken supporters of Ukraine, was on its way to victory.
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Transportation post has become political nightmare for Buttigieg
When Pete Buttigieg became Transportation secretary at the start of the Biden administration, some Democrats said it would be a perfect platform for his political prospects if not in 2024, then 202…
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Lawmakers renew push to ratify Equal Rights Amendment 100 years later
Some members of Congress want to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment, which was was first drafted and introduced in Congress in 1923
Analysis: Ukraine war has made it easier for US to isolate China in the Pacific | CNN
A year after Russia invaded Ukraine, Xi Jinping’s backing of Vladimir Putin has opened the door for the United States and partners in the Pacific to shore up sometimes frayed relationships to the detriment of Beijing.
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Ukraine pledges to defend ‘fortress Bakhmut’ as battle rages
Kyiv says it is holding off attacks from Russian forces attempting to surround the eastern Ukrainian city.
Scholz warns of 'consequences' if China sends arms to Russia
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says there would be “consequences” if China sends weapons to Russia for Moscow’s war in Ukraine, but he’s fairly optimistic that Beijing will refrain from doing so.
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Frost on DeSantis targeting Black, LGBTQ, transgender people: ‘it’s fascism’
Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-Fla.) said in an interview Sunday that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s (R) drumbeat of policies targeting Black, transgender and LGBTQ people are “fascism.” During…
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Ukraine war: Russian reservists fighting with shovels - UK defence ministry
Troops could be engaging in hand-to-hand combat in Ukraine, Britain's defence ministry says.
www.bbc.comInside the Panic at Fox News After the 2020 Election
WASHINGTON — A little more than a week after television networks called the 2020 presidential election for Joe Biden, top executives and anchors at Fox News held an after-action meeting to figure out how they had messed up. Not because they had gotten the key call wrong — but because they had...
Sen. Joe Manchin says he will support proposed bipartisan rail safety legislation
President Biden endorsed the bill and called on Congress to swiftly advance the rail safety measures.
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Trump spends days workshopping nicknames for DeSantis: report
Former President Trump has made developing nicknames for his GOP rival and potential presidential opponent Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) a priority as his team works on his 2024 campaign, according…
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China Premier Li Keqiang bows out as Xi loyalists take reins
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang is taking his final bow in a departure that marks a shift from the technocrats who have helped steer the world's second-biggest economy in favor of officials with unquestioned loyalty to President Xi Jinping.
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Jeffries grilled on whether Biden pulled 'the rug out' from House Dems on DC crime bill
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., was grilled by CNN on whether President Biden pulled "the rug out" from House progressives when he reversed his position on D.C. crime reform.
Column: DeSantis wants to displace Trump as the GOP's 2024 nominee. But he has hurdles to overcome
Florida's conservative governor is on a coast-to-coast tour with stops in California and Texas, courting Republican leaders and donors as he eyes a presidential bid.
Gov. Chris Sununu: Trump is ‘not going to be the nominee’ in 2024 - Washington Examiner
Gov. Chris Sununu (R-NH) does not believe former President Donald Trump will secure the GOP nomination for the 2024 presidential election. Trump is "in the race. He's not going to be the nominee. That's just not going to happen," Sununu said in a Sunday interview with NBC News's Meet the Press...
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Senators to launch bill that will help ban or prohibit foreign technology like TikTok
Sen. Mark Warner said he is launching a broad bipartisan bill that will outline an approach to banning or prohibiting foreign technology like TikTok.
Jim Jordan: GOP laying groundwork to use ‘power of the purse’ against FBI
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) said House Republicans are laying the foundation to restrict funding to the FBI as the House subcommittee launches its investigation into the “weaponization” of…
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Ron DeSantis visits Southern California 1 year away from Super Tuesday
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis visited Southern California on Sunday, taking swipes at Gov. Gavin Newsom in his own backyard.
Selma wants to be noticed more than one day a year
Residents hope Biden’s visit to mark "Bloody Sunday" will lead to funds for infrastructure and tornado recovery.
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Why Ukraine is wary of the Russian opposition
Ukrainians have many reasons to distrust Navalny and his movement.
Greek train crash: PM Mitsotakis seeks forgiveness from families
His plea comes as protesters angry over the deadly disaster clash with police in the capital Athens.
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Joe Manchin declines to endorse Biden's 2024 campaign, wants to know 'all the players'
President Biden doesn't have Sen. Joe Manchin's support for a 2024 presidential run, with the senator saying he would prefer to wait an see who else is running.
Only Putin can break Russia-Ukraine stalemate, Germany's chancellor says
Olaf Scholz made it clear the West has not lost its resolve to combat Russian aggression.
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Prince Harry contacted about coronation, but his attendance remains unclear
King Charles III's office has been in touch with Prince Harry about the new monarch's coronation, raising the possibility the prince will attend the ceremony.
Hutchinson says Trump’s 2024 message appeals to ‘angry mob’
Former Gov. Asa Hutchinson (R-Ark.) on Sunday said former President Trump’s 2024 message appeals to an “angry mob” in response to remarks Trump made at the annual Conservative Pol…
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Trump is 'not going to be the nominee' in 2024, N.H. Gov. Chris Sununu says
The Republican, who has said he is considering a White House bid, also said Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis would win his state if the election were to take place now.
www.nbcnews.comGOP Sen. Dan Sullivan says it's a 'huge hypothetical' whether Trump will be indicted while running for president, but he plans to support whoever gets the Republican nomination
While he said he was unsure that Donald Trump would be indicted, Sen. Dan Sullivan said a "new generation of Republicans" would benefit the country.
Why has China announced its lowest growth target in decades?
Beijing is aiming for a moderate growth rate of 5 percent in 2023 amid a host of domestic and external challenges.
Biden gets a rare hand from Big Business in quest to ease consumer pain
The bully pulpit has produced some interesting results. But how consequential are they?
www.politico.comLow-key reception for Trump at conservative summit as 2024 race speeds ahead
Former President Donald Trump regaled his faithful at CPAC with promises of “retribution” against their mutual enemies, but the reception was relatively subdued compared with his past raucous speeches at the event.
Garland insists charges against Hunter Biden can be brought outside of Delaware - Washington Examiner
Attorney General Merrick Garland insists that the U.S. attorney handling the criminal investigation into Hunter Biden will have the ability to bring potential charges against President Joe Biden’s son outside of Delaware if needed. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) pressed Garland on Wednesday about...
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Manafort, US government settle civil case for $3.15 million
The former chairman of Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign, Paul Manafort, has agreed to pay $3.15 million to settle a civil case filed by the Justice Department over undeclared foreign bank accounts.
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Christie jabs at lack of crowd for Trump at CPAC: ‘That room was half-full’
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) on Sunday appeared to poke fun at the size of the crowd that attended former President Trump’s keynote speech at the Conservative Political Action Conferen…
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Turkey earthquake: Survivors living in fear on streets
Train carriages, volleyball courts and public roads - families now find shelter wherever they can.
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Biden bets big that voters will reward him in 2024 for new bridge and road projects
With little hope of passing major legislation in the next two years, Biden figures to run for re-election on the massive infrastructure package he's getting off the ground.
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Playbook: Trump romps, Hogan retreats
And Nevada Democrats unseat their democratic socialist chair.
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Estonia elections: Kallas secures big win for centre-right party
Kallas, one of Ukraine’s biggest European backers, will need to form a coalition government in the 101-seat parliament.
Ex-Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan won't challenge Trump in 2024
Former Republican Gov. Larry Hogan of Maryland, a fierce critic of Donald Trump, says he won't run for the White House in 2024, after long positioning himself as a possible alternative to the ex-president.
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Williamson accuses DNC of ‘rigging’ the primary system for Biden
Marianne Williamson, the first officially declared Democratic candidate for president in 2024, accused the Democratic National Committee (DNC) of “rigging” the primary system in favor of President …
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Voters could decide if New Mexico lawmakers get a salary
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The state House has endorsed a plan to ask voters to end New Mexico’s status as the only state without a salaried Legislature.
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2024 preview? Ron DeSantis does a book tour to discuss his Florida record - not Donald Trump
As DeSantis performs relatively well in early Republican polls, Trump has stepped up criticism on the ambitious governor, deriding him as a RINO.
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How an Afghan girls’ school principal fled the Taliban
After fleeing Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, a former head teacher from Kabul tries to make a new life in Canada.
Sununu: If GOP primary were today, DeSantis would win New Hampshire
"There's no doubt about that in my mind,” New Hampshire's governor said.
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Jeffries: ‘No indication’ Capitol Police vetted Jan. 6 footage Tucker Carlson plans to air
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) on Sunday said he has “no indication” that Capitol Police vetted the footage from the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol that Fox News host Tucker Carlson …
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Ambitions collide as rising Democrats consider higher office
Members of the class of rising stars elected in 2018 are looking at runs for Senate and governor over the next three years.
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Kari Lake wins CPAC vice president poll, topping DeSantis, Haley
Former Arizona GOP gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake won a straw poll for the Republican vice presidential pick during the Conservative Action Political Conference (CPAC) this weekend. Am…
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Scenes from CPAC 2023
The MAGA movement showed up sporting red hats, buttons with former President Donald Trump’s face, and an eagerness to see the man the conference now orbits around.
www.politico.comInside the 22-year marriage of Kellyanne and George Conway, who are now getting a divorce
Kellyanne and George Conway had one of the most interesting and complicated marriages in former President Donald Trump's Washington.
Trump reveals plan for ‘largest domestic deportation operation in American history’ - Washington Examiner
Former President Donald Trump unveiled plans for a mass deportation should he win a second term as president in 2024 during his Conservative Political Action Conference keynote. "Under my leadership, we will use all necessary state, local, federal, and military resources to carry out the largest...
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Ronny Jackson jabs Biden over cancerous lesion removal
Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-Texas), who was a White House doctor during the Obama and Trump administrations, jabbed President Biden on Sunday when asked about his cancerous lesion removal earlier this we…
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Russia-Ukraine war in maps and charts: Live Tracker
The Russian offensive enters its 110th week, we track where battles are taking place and the human cost of war.
FBI not ‘forthcoming’ with Trump, Biden classified docs after House intel briefing, committee chairs say
Reps. Mike Turner, R-Ohio, and Jim Himes, D-Conn., said many questions remain unanswered following an FBI briefing on the Trump, Biden and Pence classified documents.
Bangladesh fire: Thousands shelterless after blaze at Rohingya camp
The crowded refugee camp in Bangladesh was home to thousands who had fled violence in neighbouring Myanmar.
www.bbc.comChris Christie on Trump: ‘He’s not what he used to be’
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) on Sunday said former President Trump isn’t “what he used to be” after the former president touted his 2024 campaign in remarks to the annual Conservative …
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In Selma, Biden puts spotlight back on "under assault" voting rights
President Biden paid tribute to the heroes of "Bloody Sunday" in Selma, Alabama.
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Trump asks judge to block Pence subpoena in DOJ probe: reports
Former President Trump is asking a federal judge to block a subpoena for his former vice president, Mike Pence, to testify before a grand jury that is investigating Trump’s efforts to overturn the …
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California Dem Senate candidates all back far-left climate proposals
The three Democrats — Reps. Barbara Lee, Katie Porter and Adam Schiff — running for an open Senate seat in California have backed far-left climate measures cheered by eco groups.
Army boss' mission: Persuade schools to welcome recruiters
Army recruiters are struggling to meet enlistment goals, and they say one of their biggest hurdles is getting back into high schools so they can meet students one on one.
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2nd Norfolk Southern train derails in Ohio, no hazardous materials released: Officials
Four of the 28 cars of a Norfolk Southern train that derailed Saturday near Springfield, Ohio, were empty at the time of the accident, according to officials.
Fire blazes through crowded Rohingya refugee camp in Bangladesh
At least 2,000 huts damaged in one of the 32 camps in Cox’s Bazar district where more than 1.2 million people live.
If planned Ukraine offensive falters, air power advocates will blame Biden for loss - Washington Examiner
President Joe Biden is about to do something he never would if it involved the military. He’s effectively sending Ukrainian forces into what promises to be a hellish, bloody ground assault without the benefit of air cover.To be clear, Biden is not actually ordering the troops into battle. But by...
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CPAC 2023: Five takeaways from the conservative summit where Trump reigned supreme - Washington Examiner
An entourage of conservative darlings, Republican stars, and grassroots conservatives gathered at the annual Conservative Political Action Conference in Washington, D.C., this week, providing a gauge of the GOP base's mindset as the 2024 battle kicks into gear. Former President Donald Trump's...
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Sherrod Brown 'not entirely satisfied' with Norfolk Southern response after latest derailment
His home state of Ohio was the site of a new train derailment Saturday.
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Israeli ministers approve bill on $270,000 gift to Netanyahu
Israeli Cabinet ministers have advanced a bill that would allow Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to keep a $270,000 donation he received from a relative to pay for his legal bills as he fights corruption charges.
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SNL spoofs ‘Fox & Friends’ discussing Dominion lawsuit, Murdoch’s texts
“Saturday Night Live” spoofed “Fox and Friends” in its cold open with a segment discussing Dominion Voting Systems’ lawsuit against the network. SNL’s Bowen Yang, portraying Fox’s Brian Kilmeade, g…
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ChatGPT has thrown gasoline on fears of a U.S.-China arms race on AI
The race to develop the next generation of AI isn’t just between tech companies like Microsoft and Google — it’s also between nations, which are working furiously to foster and develop their own technology.
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Here’s why Bernie Sanders is going after Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz
The showdown between Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Starbucks chief Howard Schultz will come to a head next week. That’s when the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committe…
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Nevada Democrats oust socialist incumbent in Democratic Party chair election - Washington Examiner
Nevada Assemblywoman Daniele Monroe-Moreno won the Democratic Party chair election, ousting incumbent chair Judith Whitmer, and ushering in a new direction of "unity" for the party. Monroe-Moreno and her "unity" slate of candidates, called the Nevada Democratic Victory, defeated the competing...
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Recent high-profile deaths put police body cameras under new scrutiny
Despite tens of millions of dollars spent on body cameras by law enforcement agencies, the devices have failed to become the panacea some policing experts once predicted.
Adams says Lightfoot defeat serves as a 'warning sign for the country,' denies feeding GOP narrative on crime
New York City Mayor Eric Adams said he considering Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's re-election loss a "warning sign for the country" on addressing public safety concerns.
Imran Khan facing arrest: How did we get here?
Police showed up at ex-PM Khan’s residence to issue him an arrest warrant, leading hundreds to protest outside his home.
Stephen Bear: What happened when Georgia Harrison got justice
BBC correspondent Sonja Jessup asks Bear if he had an apology for Ms Harrison ahead of his sentencing.
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Restoring rights for felons a rare bipartisan voting change
Restoring the voting rights of felons is one of the few election-related changes that has strong bipartisan support.
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Second Norfolk Southern train derailment in Ohio shines congressional spotlight on rail industry
After the toxic derailment in East Palestine, lawmakers are calling for increased safety regulations including higher fines and more rail inspections.
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2 dead, 6 injured in shooting at suburban Atlanta house party packed with more than 100 teenagers
At least two people were killed and six others were injured when gunfire erupted late Saturday night at a suburban Atlanta house party.
Mike Pompeo says America needs serious conservative candidates
His remarks seemed squarely aimed at former President Donald Trump.
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Why Biden is ambiguous on Ukraine’s Crimea question
The Biden administration is keeping the door open when it comes to U.S. support for Ukraine taking back Russian-occupied Crimea. Administration officials have repeatedly sides…
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The Murdaugh trial is over, but infamy lingers for Walterboro
For some in Walterboro, the case's closure has left a void, but for others the end couldn't come soon enough.
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Manchin says he’ll decide his ‘political future’ in December
Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) said on Sunday he would decide his “political future” — whether that entails running for president or for reelection — at the end of the very end of the year,…
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Legendary Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski on NCAA criticism and his life since retiring | CNN
Over his 42 seasons as head coach of the Duke Blue Devils, Mike Krzyzewski became synonymous with college basketball.
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FBI gun seizure orders from people who fail background checks hit historic rates
The numbers underscore a tension in the system in which gun dealers can sell weapons if a background check isn't completed within three business days.
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Eric Adams defends remarks about prayers in schools, says ‘faith is who I am’ - Washington Examiner
New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) defended his recent remarks where he asserted that gun violence in public schools started "when we took prayers out of schools." Many progressives slammed his comments, angered at the prospect of impeding upon the separation of church and state, but Adams...
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‘You work like a dog but each month by the 10th your pay is gone’
A manicurist and her husband in Buenos Aires take on extra work where they can as living costs fluctuate and rise.
Big tech was a major target at CPAC, but conservative startups face challenges
Big tech was under attack at the Conservative Political Action Conference this year, but the idea of a "parallel economy" is getting a reality check.
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Biden makes unproven claim that he was a civil rights activist during Selma speech
President Biden claimed that he was "in the civil rights movement" during a speech in Selma, Alabama on Sunday - a claim that is contradicted or unsupported by his past statements.
FEC complaints filed over allegations Murdoch gave Kushner unaired Biden political ads
Complaints have been filed with the Federal Election Commission over allegations that Fox Corp. Chairman Rupert Murdoch shared unaired political advertisements and debate strategy from President Bi…
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Transcript: Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan on "Face the Nation," March 5, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan that aired on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, March 5, 2023.
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Transcript: Rep. Brad Wenstrup on "Face the Nation," March 5, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with Rep. Brad Wenstrup, Republican of Ohio, that aired on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, March 5, 2023.
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Transcript: Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on "Face the Nation," March 5, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker that aired on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, March 5, 2023.
www.cbsnews.comTranscript: Sen. Joe Manchin on "Face the Nation," March 5, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with Sen. Joe Manchin that aired on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, March 5, 2023.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on March 5, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Rep. Brad Wenstrup of Ohio join Margaret Brennan.
www.cbsnews.comNews from Saturday, March 5th 2023:
Civilians flee embattled town as Ukrainian pullout looms
Pressure is mounting on Ukrainian troops holding out in the eastern city of Bakhmut. The Ukrainian army is trying to help civilians flee the city, which Russian forces have spent months trying to capture.
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Dems want to cut Fox off after lawsuit revelations
The icing of Fox News — the ratings-leading network — would include starving the company of advertising dollars and pulling the biggest Democratic stars from the airwaves.
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Analysis: Turkey is blocking NATO’s expansion. It could backfire and hand Putin a propaganda coup | CNN
When Sweden and Finland declared their intention to join NATO last May, it was seen by many as a poke in the eye for Russia and evidence of a shift in European thinking. Historically, both countries had committed to non-alignment with NATO as a way of avoiding provoking Moscow. The invasion of...
www.cnn.com‘I am your retribution’: Trump rules supreme at CPAC as he relaunches bid for White House
Former president claims Biden is leading America into ‘oblivion’ and that he could end the war between Russia and Ukraine
Sununu pushes back on DeSantis' crusade against 'woke' corporations: 'That's not what Republicans are about'
Republican Gov. Chris Sununu of New Hampshire tells Fox News he disagrees with Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis’ culture wars strategy of targeting corporations over woke policy
Donald Trump seeks to block Mike Pence grand jury testimony, asserting executive privilege
The former president's attorneys are asserting executive privilege in a sealed motion. Pence has already vowed to resist a special counsel subpoena.
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Trump pledges to stay in 2024 presidential race even if he is criminally charged
Former president Donald Trump vowed to continue his 2024 presidential campaign even if he faces criminal charges.
CPAC 2023: Trump pledges ‘retribution’ and attacks GOP establishment ‘freaks, neocons, open border zealots, and fools’ - Washington Examiner
OXON HILL, Maryland — Former President Donald Trump took on establishment Republicans, telling CPAC he is ready to "complete the mission" he started when he was elected to the White House in 2016."The Republican Party was ruled by freaks, neocons, open border zealots, and fools," Trump told...
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Biden bucks liberals and tells Democrats to get tough on crime
It shows how powerful the issue has become, says James Carville, who helped Bill Clinton counter soft-on-crime attacks during the 1990s crime wave.
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Opinion | From Pizzagate to Drag Bills: The ‘Groomer’ Myth That Will Not Die
Casting your political enemies as sexual predators is nothing new — especially not in Florida.
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CPAC 2023: GOP base embraces Trump’s ‘aggressive’ confab speech, but some want DeSantis - Washington Examiner
OXON HILL, Maryland — Former President Donald Trump's CPAC address doubled as a rallying cry for his supporters, and most of the self-selecting crowd filtered out of the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center ready to make America great again.But Trump's escalated attacks, especially...
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Trump ties a ribbon on the most MAGA CPAC yet
The former president wrapped up the annual gathering of conservative activists with a rallying cry to his faithful for 2024.
www.politico.comRightwing Republicans rail against US aid for Ukraine: ‘We’ve done enough’
War emerges as a wedge issue in the forthcoming Republican primary election as far right at CPAC call for US to end support
Trump frames 2024 as existential fight: ‘This is the final battle’
Former President Trump delivered a preview of what to expect in next year’s presidential election in his address to the annual Conservative Political Action Conference on Saturday, framing the cont…
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Republicans torn over reduced CPAC, party divides
CPAC attendees were torn over the reduced turnout at this year's event.
Trump trolls Ron DeSantis in CPAC speech while vowing 'retribution' for his enemies
Trump did not mention the Florida governor by name, but his potential rival was the subject of some thinly veiled shots in a speech that promised a "final battle" for America."
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Five takeaways from this year’s CPAC
Donald Trump loomed large over the annual Conservative Action Political Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, Md., this week, demonstrating the iron grip the former president still maintains over t…
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WASHINGTON — Republicans have settled on their procedural weapon of choice for this Congress — and they have it trained squarely on Democrats anxious about their 2024 prospects. Twice in the past week, Republicans scored wins and divided Democrats by employing an arcane maneuver known as a...
Protests break out in Iran over schoolgirl illnesses
Worried parents protested in Iran's capital Tehran and other cities on Saturday over a wave of suspected poison attacks that have affected schoolgirls in dozens of schools, according to Iranian news agencies and social media videos.
Trump easily wins CPAC straw poll
Former President Donald Trump easily won the Conservative Political Action Conference’s (CPAC) closely watched straw poll on Saturday, notching a symbolic win among the Republican grassroots as he …
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In Selma, Biden says right to vote remains under assault
President Joe Biden is using the searing memories of 1965's “Bloody Sunday” in Selma, Alabama, to recommit to securing voting rights.
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Trump trying out PG-13 nickname for DeSantis in tried and true campaign strategy - Washington Examiner
Former President Donald Trump is returning to a tried and true campaign strategy, focusing on creating demeaning nicknames for his most dangerous opponents. While the Republican field is still sparse, challengers to the party’s leader are starting to file in, with at least one conspicuous...
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Trump pitches a sequel, but shies away from attacking rivals
Former President Donald Trump is casting himself as the only Republican candidate who can build on his White House legacy.
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Two Ukrainian pilots are in the U.S. for training assessment on attack aircraft, including F-16s
They are the Ukrainian pilots to have traveled to the U.S. to have their skills evaluated by American military trainers.
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Global race to boost electric vehicle range in cold weather
Many electric vehicle batteries lose power when it's very cold
A diminished but loyal Trump Maga crowd at CPAC: ‘There’s one choice’
Trump might have lost some ground in the Republican party, but his core support is holding fast, even as some attendees expressed doubt
Insight: Before fatal collapse, Turkish building had skirted code thanks to Erdogan policy
As the extent of destruction caused by February's deadly earthquake sinks in, people are questioning Turkey’s poor construction as the zoning amnesty once promoted by the country's president comes under closer scrutiny.
Vivek Ramaswamy slams ‘friend’ Trump for failing to act as president - Washington Examiner
Republican 2024 presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has taken aim at former President Donald Trump over a number of issues, including his handling of the border and Dr. Anthony Fauci. Ramaswamy argued that Trump could have ended Executive Order 11246 "with the stroke of a pen" but failed to...
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What is the UN High Seas Treaty and why is it needed?
The first international agreement to protect the world's oceans for 40 years has been reached.
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Biden expected to tighten rules on US investment in China
The Biden administration is close to tightening rules on some overseas investments by American companies.
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Prince Harry: I always felt different to rest of family
In a conversation about grief, the Duke of Sussex says he and his mother Diana felt a disconnect from other royals.
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Snow blankets Northeast as cleanup begins from deadly storm
Cleanup began in battered parts of the South and Midwest after a sprawling storm system produced ferocious winds and heavy snow that caused widespread damage and multiple deaths before racing through the Northeast on Saturday.
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Nevada Democrats oust incumbent, elect ‘unity’ candidate as party chair
Nevada Democrats ousted incumbent party chair Judith Whitmer in favor of moderate state assemblywoman Daniele Monroe-Moreno on Saturday, following several years of turmoil within the state party. …
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China proffers 'peaceful reunification', Taiwan says respect our democracy
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang pledged "peaceful reunification" with Taiwan on Sunday as well as resolute steps to oppose Taiwan independence, with Taipei responding that Beijing should respect the Taiwanese people's commitment to democracy and freedom.
Allies of Marianne Williamson lay out game plan to take down Biden - Washington Examiner
Top Democrats have roundly shrugged off bestselling self-help author Marianne Williamson’s nascent campaign, but her allies are optimistic that she has a path for an upset. Keenly aware of the uphill battle before them, Williamson’s team is banking on President Joe Biden’s history of fumbling in...
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Plan for lifetime ban for Channel migrants is unworkable, say charities
People who arrive on a small boat will be banned from ever re-entering the UK under new proposals.
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Zeldin says Republicans ‘did not earn a red wave nationally’ in the November midterms
Former New York gubernatorial candidate and former Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-N.Y) said on Saturday that Republicans “did not earn a red wave nationally” during the November midterms and urged the GOP to c…
thehill.comThis Was The Most Ridiculous Part Of The Supreme Court Debate On Student Loan Relief
Questions about the fairness of Biden’s plan underscore the big problems with conservatives’ new favorite doctrine.
Memphis Grizzlies’ Ja Morant apologizes after video appears to show him holding a gun | CNN
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant apologized via his representation Saturday after posting a video of himself earlier in the day, appearing to hold a gun.
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Jim Jordan finds a ‘central theme’ to his investigations: ‘It’s always worse than we thought’ - WFIN Local News
EXCLUSIVE: House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan says his various investigations have proven the need for substantial congressional oversight of the federal government, and he told Fox News Digital he's hopeful House Democrats can find ways to work with the GOP majority. "With all these...
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Democrats turn on 'joke' candidate Marianne Williamson after she announces 2024 challenge to Biden
Marianne Williamson is facing backlash from her own party after she announced a challenge to President Biden Saturday. Biden has yet to announce whether he's running in 2024.
Michigan judge rules Oxford schools, staff cannot be sued for 2021 mass shooting
A Michigan judge ruled on Friday that the school district and staff from Oxford High School cannot be sued for the November 2021 mass shooting that left four students dead and seven others injured.…
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Nikki Haley takes on Trump, 2024 rivals, and Don Lemon at Club for Growth retreat - Washington Examiner
2024 Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley dinged former President Donald Trump during her speech to potential donors at the Club for Growth retreat in Florida."I know there's a Republican candidate out there who you did not invite to this conference," Haley will say Saturday, according...
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Democratic socialists swept out of power in Nevada
Nevada Democratic Party Chair Judith Whitmer faced heavy criticism from a number of key figures in the state party and lost support from some of her former allies.
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Trump met with early primary state GOP leaders in Nevada while Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke to conservative group Club for Growth
Trump discussed political strategy and campaigning in the battleground state.
www.cbsnews.comDonald Trump Jr. Sinks To Another Sickening New Low At CPAC
Donald Trump's son doubled down with an ugly attack on Democratic Sen. John Fetterman, suggesting he should bag groceries.
China plans 7.2% defence spending rise this year, faster than GDP target
China will boost defence spending by 7.2% this year, slightly outpacing last year's increase and faster than the government's modest economic growth forecast, as Premier Li Keqiang called for the armed forces to boost combat preparedness.
Bakhmut: Fighting in the street but Russia not in control - deputy mayor
The city has seen months of intense fighting - despite its strategic value being questioned.
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She witnessed Bloody Sunday in person. 58 years later, she’ll go back again.
There are only a small number of people who witnessed the historic, tragic event in person. Sheyann Webb-Christburg was the youngest of them.
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China sets economic growth target of 5% as parliament opens
China’s parliament set to hand Xi Jinping third term as president and implement biggest government shake-up in a decade.
Chris Rock jokes about Will Smith's Oscars slap in Netflix show - 'Did it hurt? It still hurts!'
"Anybody that say words hurt has never been punched in the face," the comedian said about Will Smith's slap.
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Trump backs flying cars, calls for ‘new cities’ in campaign video
Former president Donald Trump unveiled his utopian ideas for the future of America in a campaign video released Friday. Painting a bleak picture of America’s present compared to a sunny persp…
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Ukraine war: The Moldovan enclave surrounded by pro-Russian forces
Residents in the tiny Moldovan enclave of Molovata Noua fear the Ukraine war spilling over.
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Iran to reconnect cameras, step up inspections at nuclear sites
Iran makes sweeping pledges of cooperation after the head of the UN atomic agency meets top Iranian officials in Tehran.
Insight: BBC raids show India's shrinking media freedom under Modi, some journalists say
Since Modi took office in 2014, India has slid from 140th in World Press Freedom Index, an annual ranking by non-profit Reporters Without Borders, to 150th place last year, its lowest ever.
Washington state registered ‘many’ foreign nationals to vote in recent elections - Washington Examiner
Washington state's Department of Licensing has received multiple reports of foreign nationals getting automatically registered to vote in recent elections, according to emails House Bill 2595, a bill that automatically registers people to vote when they are issued a driver’s license or renew an...
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The West just got blanketed in snow, but its water problems aren't over
Many places, including the crucial Colorado Basin, have racked up such dramatic water deficits that a single snow season can’t forestall dire supply concerns.
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What Biden might try next if his student loan forgiveness plan is struck down
The Biden White House has been reluctant to talk about alternatives to its student loan relief plan for fear of undermining its case now before the Supreme Court, but should the justices strike dow…
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Murdaugh judge's own legal story unfolded in South Carolina
The judge who sentenced Alex Murdaugh on Friday to life in prison for killing his wife and son has earned attention and plaudits for his even-handed demeanor throughout the trial and for his dressing-down of the once-prominent lawyer just before he sent him to prison.
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US can help Uzbekistan build resilience against Russia & China
Washington has a strategic edge in that it can help build up capacity and resilience.
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North Korea says UN should demand end to South Korea-US drills
Pyongyang statement comes after Seoul and Washington announced more than 10 days of large-scale military exercises.
Britain says Ukraine forces defending Bakhmut under increasingly severe pressure
Ukrainian forces defending Bakhmut are facing increasingly strong pressure from Russian forces, British military intelligence said on Saturday, with intense fighting taking place in and around the eastern city.
Three things to know about what critics are calling Mississippi’s ‘Jim Crow’ bill
Controversy has abounded in the community of Jackson, Miss., over the past month in the aftermath of the GOP-controlled state house passing a bill that could heighten control from overwhelmingly wh…
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Texas GOP censures Rep. Tony Gonzales for ‘lack of fidelity’ to Republican Party - Washington Examiner
The Texas Republican Party censured Rep. Tony Gonzales on Saturday for his "lack of fidelity to Republican principles and priorities" after the congressman defied the GOP on key issues including immigration, guns, and House rules. The State Republican Executive Committee passed the rare censure...
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North Korea says US causing international arms control collapse
North Korea on Saturday blamed the United States for what it said was the collapse of international arms control systems and said Pyongyang's nuclear weapons were a just response to ensure the balance of power in the region.
Former President Bolsonaro says he intends to return to Brazil this month
Bolsonaro, speaking with NBC News at CPAC, refused to admit his election loss and said that he bore no responsibility for a Jan. 8 attack on government offices.
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‘Historic’ deal to protect high seas agreed by UN member states
Only about one percent of the high seas are currently protected.
Trump delivers keynote address at CPAC
Former President Donald Trump was welcomed by supporters at CPAC, the annual gathering for conservatives. Most other top Republican contenders opted out of the event besides Nikki Haley, the only major candidate declared to challenge Trump, but was heckled on her way out. Former Brazilian...
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At least 12 dead after winter storm slams South, Midwest
More than 466,000 utility customers in Kentucky and Michigan were without power Saturday night.
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Murdaugh's fast conviction sealed by his testimony: experts
Prosecutors produced no direct evidence linking South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh to the killings of his wife and son, yet a jury took less than three hours to convict him.
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Iran makes sweeping pledge of cooperation to IAEA before board meeting
Iran has given sweeping assurances to the U.N. nuclear watchdog that it will finally assist a long-stalled investigation into uranium particles found at undeclared sites and even re-install removed monitoring equipment, the watchdog said on Saturday.
No hazardous material on board 28 cars of Norfolk Southern train derailed in Ohio
It is the second derailment of the company’s trains in Ohio in a matter of weeks after a train carrying dangerous chemicals derailed in East Palestine on Feb. 3.
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Israelis rally again to protest government’s judicial overhaul
Tens of thousands rally for the ninth straight week against government plan to overhaul court system.
Bill to sanction groups involved in China’s bloody human organ harvesting industry advances in the House
Rep. Chris Smith's Stop Forced Organ Harvesting Act of 2023 would impose sanctions on any person determined to fund or participate in forced organ harvesting or trafficking
Zelensky says more than 70,000 Russian war crimes have been recorded
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said more than 70,000 Russian war crimes have been recorded over the past year since Russia’s full-scale invasion began last February. Zelensky said on …
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Ukraine plant builds 6-person bunkers for war's front lines
The pops of welding torches and the piercing whine of angle grinders fill the spacious production floor at a steel plant in central Ukraine.
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Tim Scott says he’s getting ‘tremendous feedback’ so far on his 2024 listening tour
Sen. Tim Scott says “so far, so good” when it comes to his listening tour that will help him decide whether to launch a campaign for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
Election conspiracies fuel dispute over voter fraud system
A bipartisan effort among states to combat voter fraud has found itself in the crosshairs of conspiracy theories fueled by Donald Trump’s false claim about the 2020 presidential election and now faces an uncertain future.
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DC lawmakers angry about Biden ‘caving in’ to Republicans on crime bill - Washington Examiner
Washington, D.C., politicians are furious that President Joe Biden announced that he won't stop Congress from blocking the new revised criminal code loosening punishments for criminals. On Thursday, Biden tweeted that while he supports D.C. statehood, he doesn't "support some of the changes D.C...
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3 children dead, 2 injured in stabbing at Texas home during CPS visit: Sheriff
Five children were stabbed in an attack at a Texas home and three died, police said.
Stefanik plots GOP path to dismantle deep state, expose Biden corruption at CPAC: ‘One of the toughest fights’ - WFIN Local News
EXCLUSIVE: House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik is heading into the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) to tout the new GOP House majority's first major accomplishments, including tackling the "deep state" and exposing corruption in Biden administration agencies...
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DR Congo leader urges Macron to back sanctions against Rwanda
Macron says he would wait for the end of several peace negotiation efforts before considering such a step.
Ohio Republican Secretary of State 'actively' considering Senate run against Sherrod Brown
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose, a Republican, said on Saturday that he is "actively" considering running for Senate against Democrat Sherrod Brown in 2024.
How Paul Murdaugh testified "from the grave" to help convict his father
Prosecutor in the Murdaugh case tells "48 Hours" Paul's cell phone video was him "leaving something behind that lets you know what happened to him."
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Is Byron Donalds the next Florida GOP superstar? - Washington Examiner
NATIONAL HARBOR, Maryland — Though a relative newcomer to Washington, Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) is already situating himself as a rising leader in the Republican Party and very likely beyond the House chamber. The second-term lawmaker challenged Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) for the No. 3 position...
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Fiery tanker crash kills driver, burns Maryland homes
The State Highway Administration said the fire damaged “multiple vehicles and homes” and no one else was hurt.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 375
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 375th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Bolsonaro denies 'illegal acts' over Saudi jewels; Lula government vows probe
According to a report, the jewelry were gifted to the far-right former president and former first lady by the Saudi government in 2021.
Biden replacement? Illinois Gov. Pritzker keeping options open as some Democrats look for new blood
Illinois Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker is brushing off immediate speculation he might pose a political challenge to Biden in 2024, but he's keeping his options open.
DC power couple Kellyanne Conway and George Conway to divorce after 22 years of marriage - Washington Examiner
Former Trump adviser Kellyanne Conway and husband George Conway are reportedly gearing up to file for divorce after 22 years together. The couple has allegedly "both lawyered up" and is "hashing out the details of the split." WATCH: KELLYANNE CONWAY SAYS BIDEN DESERVES BLAME IN MISHANDLING...
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Ocean treaty: Historic agreement reached after decade of talks
Countries have reached a landmark agreement to help put 30% of the world's oceans into protection.
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Sub-Saharan Africans desperate to leave Tunisia after attacks
Advocacy groups have documented an increase in attacks against sub-Saharan Africans in Tunisia.
Sen. Cornyn challenges Biden to enforce existing asylum law as Dems' 'open borders base' rails against admin
A top Republican senator on Friday said that the new asylum restrictions announced for the border last month are dependent on the administration's political will.
Syria mission worth the risk, top U.S. general says after rare visit
The nearly eight-year-old U.S. deployment to Syria to combat Islamic State is still worth the risk, the top U.S. military officer said on Saturday, after a rare, unannounced visit to a dusty base in the country's northeast to meet U.S. troops.
Twitter Files inspire GOP vote to kick federal officials out of business of policing speech - WFIN Local News
House Republicans will vote next week on legislation that would prevent federal officials from taking steps to interfere with Americans' free speech, just weeks after a hearing on the FBI's effort to work with Twitter to suppress political stories. The GOP will call up the Protecting Speech from...
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Trump supporters spared more jail time in weapons case
Two supporters of President Donald Trump arrested after driving a Hummer with guns and ammunition to a Philadelphia vote-counting site in November 2020 have been spared additional jail time
Ja Morant says he’ll get help after video shows apparent gun
The Memphis Grizzlies guard livestreamed himself holding what appeared to be a gun at a club early Saturday.
www.nbcnews.comAndrew Tate shuts down cancer rumours, is accused of recruiting politicians to his cause
A Romanian court determines the controversial influencer will stay in police custody until at least March 29.
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Civilians flee Ukraine’s Bakhmut as battle rages for eastern city
Kyiv’s forces try to help residents escape as Russian fighters press to capture city in eastern Ukraine.
Cruz blasts Biden's 'incompetent' cabinet picks, warns vulnerable Democrats of consequences in 2024 elections
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, says Democratic senators who are on the ballot next cycle and support Biden's "incompetent" cabinet picks will be kept in check by voters in 2024.
GOP defends whistleblowers as Democrats work to undermine credibility - Washington Examiner
House Republicans are pushing back against efforts to undermine “so-called” whistleblower claims alleging wrongdoing and politicization at the Justice Department and the FBI. House Judiciary Committee Republicans released a report just ahead of the 2022 midterm elections on the “politicization”...
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Philippines says Chinese navy ship spotted near disputed island
The Philippines said on Saturday it had spotted a Chinese navy ship and dozens of militia vessels around a contested Philippine-occupied island in the South China Sea, as territorial tensions mount in the area.
Man charged for alleged involvement in 2 transformer explosions
The blasts left about a thousand people without power.
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Governor, five others shot dead in the Philippines
Negros Oriental Governor Degamo is the latest to be targeted in the Philippines’ long history of attacks on politicians.
Bad smells may be leading to some of the reported symptoms in East Palestine: Experts
Bad smells from the toxic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, may be causing health issues.
Ohio woman kills 3 family members before turning gun on herself as deputies were serving eviction notice, police say
Police believe Theresa Cain, 46, killed her son, husband and father and also critically injured her daughter in the shooting.
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‘Challenge’ of preventing Chinese invasion of Taiwan ‘enormous,’ Pentagon official warns - Washington Examiner
Preventing a Chinese invasion of Taiwan at any point this decade will be an "enormous challenge," according to a top Department of Defense official.The Chinese military, known as the People’s Liberation Army, is increasing its capabilities while government leaders have publicly suggested...
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Russia's Wagner boss publishes video showing coffins of dead Ukrainian troops being shipped home
Yevgeny Prigozhin, founder of Russia's Wagner Group mercenary force, published a video on Saturday showing what he said were coffins containing bodies of Ukrainian soldiers being repatriated to territory held by Kyiv.
What history shows: How will the war in Ukraine end?
Despite Ukraine’s gains against Russia, experts believe a frozen conflict or painful truce is most likely. Here is why.
DeSantis family spends the afternoon at Houston Rodeo ahead of governor's speech
Casey DeSantis, wife of Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla., and their two children toured the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on Friday ahead of the governor's speech.
Students switch up college plans as states pass anti-LGBTQ laws
Students, parents and college counselors say some LGBTQ youth are choosing not to attend colleges in states that have passed legislation targeting their rights.
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Chris Rock unloads on Will Smith a year after the famous slap
While Smith has apologized and repeatedly spoken out about the incident, Rock has avoided talking about it. Until now.
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Voting rights restored to more than 55,000 Minnesota felons under new voting rights law
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed House File 28, which restores the right to vote to felons who complete their term of incarceration.
Mike Pence reveals what he think is his greatest strength if he runs in 2024 - Washington Examiner
Former Vice President Mike Pence has revealed what he thinks is his greatest strength if he chooses to run for president in the 2024 election. Pence, who served as vice president under former President Donald Trump, argued that his advantage in a hypothetical 2024 run is that he thinks "the...
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China to double down on push to be self-reliant in tech, premier says
China's science and technology policies should aim to build its strength and self-reliance, while the role of the government in pooling resources for key technological breakthroughs needed to be leveraged better, Premier Li Keqiang said on Sunday.
Florida’s $4 billion bet on the Everglades: Is it enough?
The reservoir has bipartisan support and yet ranks among the most controversial projects in more than two decades of Everglades restoration efforts.
Trump overwhelmingly wins CPAC's Republican primary straw poll with DeSantis coming in a distant second
Trump wins CPAC straw poll by a wide margin Saturday, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis coming in second choice for the GOP nomination for president in 2024
Utah governor to ban state abortion clinics - Washington Examiner
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox is poised to sign a bill that would ban abortion clinics from operating within the state, leaving only hospitals as a place for residents to seek access to the procedure. The state legislature passed a bill earlier this week effectively banning abortion clinics from...
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Woman missing more than 30 years and thought to be dead found living in Puerto Rico nursing home | CNN
A Pennsylvania woman who disappeared more than 30 years ago and was believed to be dead by her family was recently found living in a nursing home in Puerto Rico, her family and police said at a news conference Thursday.
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Kenya hit by nationwide power outage
Kenya was hit by a nationwide power blackout on Saturday evening caused by a "system disturbance", electricity distributor Kenya Power said.
Family of Shanquella Robinson calls for diplomatic intervention months after woman's death in Mexico
The family of Shanquella Robinson is demanding justice more than 125 days after the 25-year-old was found dead at a luxury resort in Mexico.
Judith Heumann, ‘mother’ of disability rights movement, dead at 75
Activist Judith Heumann, who worked for the rights of disabled people for over five decades, including under two presidential administrations, died Saturday at 75, her team confirmed. Heumann requi…
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How common is transgender treatment regret, detransitioning?
Lawmakers often cite concerns about young people regretting irreversible body-altering transgender medical treatment, but studies suggest regret is uncommon.
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Transcript: Dr. Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation," March 5, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Scott Gottlieb that aired on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, March 5, 2023.
www.cbsnews.comHouse COVID-19 subcommittee chairman says Energy Department and FBI may testify on lab leak - Washington Examiner
Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH) anticipates that FBI and Department of Energy officials may testify before a House panel after a recent energy report concluded that the spread of COVID-19 developed from a lab leak in Wuhan, China. “There may come a time for that,” Wenstrup said in a Sunday interview...
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House committee says Fauci 'prompted' drafting of medical paper to 'disprove' COVID lab leak theory
Majority staff from the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic said via memo Dr. Fauci "prompted" the drafting of a publication that would "disprove" the lab leak theory.
China continues to block efforts to determine Covid's origins, lawmakers say
"We have so few facts because the Chinese regime has obfuscated," one member of Congress said.
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‘Pneumonia’, ‘Oxygen need’: New Covid-like flu is driving people to hospitals
The influenza subtype, H3N2, is a major cause of rising respiratory illness currently and most patients are complaining of COVID-like symptoms.
www.livemint.comHow Xi Jinping Plans to Bolster Confidence in China After COVID Missteps
China’s leaders are set to use a gathering of the top legislature starting Sunday to outline plans to restore public confidence and bolster economic growth after a year of uncertainty, disruption and discontent around the government’s COVID restrictions. The annual session of the largely...
All COVID-19 origin theories remain on the table, WHO leader says
The World Health Organization said all hypotheses for the origin of the COVID-19 pandemic are still on the table, after U.S. authorities this week backed the theory that the virus originated from a lab.
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Promising drug could provide alternative to statins for those at risk of heart disease, new study finds
Bempedoic acid was approved by the FDA in 2020 as a way to reduce LDL cholesterol levels.
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Long COVID linked to increased risk of death and other cardiovascular issues in new study
Individuals who experience long COVID-19 are at a higher risk for cardiovascular and other health issues, according to a new study. The findings showed that the chance of patients dying
COVID pill is first to cut short positive-test time after infection
The antiviral ensitrelvir, which is not approved in the United States, shortens symptoms in people with mild COVID and might reduce risk of long COVID — but more data are needed.
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Biden dodges reporters after question on COVID-19 origin: 'Will you hold China accountable?'
President Biden approached and quickly disengaged from reporters on his walk to the presidential helicopter after one asked him for commentary about COVID-19 origin revelations.
These Biden administration agencies have admitted COVID lab leak is plausible - WFIN Local News
Federal agencies in the Biden administration are admitting that the COVID-19 virus may have originated from a Chinese lab leak despite outrage at the start of the pandemic that dismissed the lab leak theory as a conspiracy. The so-called "lab leak theory" suggesting COVID came from an accidental...
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Bill Maher Defends Lab-Leak Theory: Covid ‘Dissenters Are Looking Pretty Good’ | National Review
Maher had initially been criticized by many on the left for asserting his belief in the theory in early 2021.
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Why Are We Still Arguing About Masks?
All this time later, their utility is in doubt.
Doctor: Public Health "now in the political crosshairs"
"People are latching on to a belief in certain public health ideology and that becomes their identity," says Dr. Leana Wen. "I fear for the future...because if public health is
Matt Hancock: Leaked messages suggest plan to frighten public
The former health secretary discussed when to reveal the existence of the Kent variant.
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4 residents dead after COVID-19 outbreak at Cape Cod nursing home
4 residents have died after a COVID-19 outbreak at a Cape Cod nursing home
KAISER HEALTH NEWS: Era of ‘free’ Covid vaccines, test kits, and treatments is ending. Who will pay the tab now?
Time is running out for free-to-consumer covid vaccines, at-home test kits, and even some treatments.
Long Covid associated with reduced brain oxygen levels, cognitive impairment: Study
Long Covid is associated with reduced brain oxygen levels, declined cognition and heightened levels of depression and anxiety, according to new research st..
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