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GOP state lawmakers try to restrict ballot initiatives, partly to thwart abortion protections
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — With other state lawmakers seated around her in the Ohio House, Democratic state Rep. Tavia Galonski got to her feet and began to loudly chant, “One person, one vote!”
Manchin ratchets up battle with Biden
Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) is becoming a bigger problem for President Biden and Democrats in the Senate as he faces an uphill reelection battle in West Virginia, a state where former President Trum…
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AI presents political peril for 2024 with threat to mislead voters
Thanks to recent advances in artificial intelligence, tools that can create lifelike photos, video and audio are now cheap and readily available. AI experts and political scientists say these new programs will have significant implications for next year's U.S. elections, as campaigns will be...
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Russia says two of its commanders have been killed in eastern Ukraine
Moscow’s Ministry of Defense said on Sunday that two top Russian commanders have been killed in eastern Ukraine. Russian state news agency TASS reported Sunday that commanders Colonel Vya…
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Kremlin, mercenary boss dismiss report Wagner offered to betray Russian troops
The head of Russia's Wagner private army dismissed a U.S. newspaper report on Monday that he had offered to betray Russian positions, and the Kremlin called it a "hoax".
Nikki Haley: Federal abortion ban is unrealistic
“I'm not going to lie to the American people," the GOP presidential candidate said.
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Abbott knocks Dominion over Tucker Carlson’s departure from Fox News
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) bashed Dominion Voting Systems over the departure of Tucker Carlson from Fox News, following a report that the popular conservative prime-time host was fired from the net…
thehill.com7 doomsday scenarios if the U.S. crashes through the debt ceiling
Federal workers furloughed. Social Security checks for seniors on hold. Soaring mortgage rates. A global financial system sent reeling. Leaders from Congress and the White House are trying to forge an agreement to lift the federal debt ceiling, with only a few weeks before the Treasury...
Trump says he’ll bring back Michael Flynn if he wins in 2024: ‘He’s some man’
Former President Trump has said he’ll bring back his former national security adviser Michael Flynn if he wins another four years in the White House in 2024. “I will say, General Flynn, he’s some g…
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Four Senate races identified by Mitch McConnell that could give GOP control in 2024
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) and Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT), chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, are working to recruit the most electable candidates in must-win swing states to retake the majority next year.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says "we don't attack Russian territory, we liberate our own legitimate territory"
Speaking during a news conference in Berlin, Zelenskyy said Ukraine's goal is to free the territories within its internationally recognized borders.
www.cbsnews.comHow the Supreme Court might view the debt limit fight
A debt-ceiling deadlock could push Biden to invoke the 14th Amendment — setting up a showdown at the high court.
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Democrats press Biden to use 14th Amendment on debt ceiling
Senate Democrats are urging President Biden to use the 14th Amendment to raise the debt ceiling, arguing he has the constitutional authority to take the unilateral step to prevent a GOP-driven defa…
thehill.comWhy Ron DeSantis Is Limping to the Starting Line
In November, Rep. Byron Donalds scored a coveted speaking slot: introducing Gov. Ron DeSantis after a landslide reelection turned the swing state of Florida deep red. Standing onstage at a victory party for DeSantis in Tampa, Donalds praised him as “America’s governor.” By April, Donalds was...
Democratic senator slams Supreme Court, warns it could trigger 'popular revolt'
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) predicted on Sunday that there would be a "popular revolt" if the Supreme Court blocked the states or Congress from implementing gun control laws.
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Biden plan to sell land leases for conservation gets pushback
More than a century after the U.S. started selling oil leases on public lands, the Biden administration is seeking to let conservationists lease government property to restore it. The idea is to make conservation “equal” in priority to other uses of public lands such as drilling and livestock...
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Evangelical leader: Congregations are ‘either divided or tense’ over Trump controversies
“Christianity Today” Editor-in-Chief Russell Moore on Sunday said many congregations in the U.S. are “either divided or tense” as a result of controversies surrounding former President Trump, who i…
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Belarus PM replaces Lukashenko at ceremony, sparks speculation
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, who has not been seen in public since Tuesday, did not appear on Sunday at a ceremony in the capital, Minsk, triggering speculation that the veteran leader is seriously ill.
5 things that went well for DeSantis in Iowa on Saturday
The Florida governor and presidential contender showed dexterity, rerouting for a last-minute meet-and-greet not far from the site of Donald Trump’s canceled rally.
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Runoff likely as Erdogan’s share of votes falls below 50%
Preliminary results are coming in after polls closed in Turkey’s elections.
Ukraine hails its first offensive success in defence of Bakhmut
Ukraine's military on Monday hailed recent advances around Bakhmut as its first successful counterattack in the battle against Russian forces fighting for control of the eastern city.
What to Watch: Clues about voter sentiment could emerge from Kentucky, Pennsylvania primaries
Off-year elections Tuesday in Kentucky and Pennsylvania could send early signals about the mood of voters ahead of next year’s races for the White House and Congress. Kentucky chooses party nominees for governor and secretary of state. Pennsylvania voters take up special legislative contests, a...
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Border crossings dip, but officials still preparing for big surge
Authorities predict arrests will spike to between 12,000 and 14,000 a day.
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Debt ceiling fight holds reminders of 2011 — except maybe worse
The debt ceiling fight gripping Washington this month bears echoes of a similar clash in 2011, when a Democratic president squared off against a Republican House in a fight that dragged on for mont…
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TSA is testing facial recognition at more airports, raising privacy concerns
The agency tasked with securing America's airports is testing the use of facial recognition technology at a number of airports across the country. The Transportation Safety Administration says the technology is an effort to more accurately identify the millions of passengers traveling through...
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France promises more tanks, armoured vehicles for Ukraine
Promise comes after Volodymyr Zelenskyy makes surprise visit to Paris after securing $3bn in military aid from Germany.
Playbook: DeSantis fills a Trump-shaped hole in Iowa
And the White House blasts Republicans over the border.
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Brittney Griner stands for national anthem ahead of first game post-detainment
WNBA star Brittney Griner returned to the basketball court on Saturday for the first time since being detained in Russia.
www.washingtonexaminer.comJen Psaki Tears Apart Trump-Defending Republicans Over Rape Verdict
"Why should Republican voters take Trump’s wrongdoing seriously when the party leaders never call him out?" Psaki asked on her MSNBC program.
Biden, India's Modi out to deepen their bonds, but geopolitical friendships have their limits
President Joe Biden has made it a mission for the U.S. to build friendships overseas — and the next few weeks will offer a vivid demonstration of the importance he’s placing on a relationship with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two are both scheduled to attend this week’s Group of...
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In the Market: Why US regional banks are doomed to a doom loop
Banking regulators have been pushed by market volatility in recent weeks into doing things that they haven't really wanted to do, like letting the largest U.S. bank get even bigger. Their hand may be forced again.
‘CNN went in the tank’ to get Trump to agree on town hall, Christie says
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) took aim at CNN on Sunday, saying that the network “was wrong” for cutting a deal with former President Trump to agree to what turned out to be…
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Mayorkas responds to calls for his impeachment following Title 42 expiration
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas largely ignored Republican calls for his impeachment when asked on Sunday, saying that he is "focused on the work" in front of him.
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Hogan says he passed on 2024 run to avoid ‘multi-car pileup’ of GOP candidates
Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan said on Sunday that he passed on a White House bid to avoid a “multi-car pileup” in the GOP primary. The moderate Republican, who served two terms as governor of a …
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Exclusive: Nationalised German energy firms pay traders big bonuses after losing billions
German energy firms Sefe and Uniper have awarded some traders millions of dollars in bonuses for 2022, four sources familiar with the matter said, just months after the companies were rescued with multi-billion bailouts as Russia halted gas supplies.
Biden vs. Trump would be 'rematch from hell,' former lawmaker says
Former Texas Republican Rep. Will Hurd is considering his own 2024 bid.
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DeSantis makes last-minute Iowa stop amid plan to move headquarters
The Florida governor spent Saturday in Iowa, an early presidential primary state.
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Newsom loses 'no matter what he does' on reparations, says GOP lawmaker
Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) is seemingly in a lose-lose situation surrounding racial reparations, according to one California lawmaker.
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Mayorkas on GOP impeachment efforts: ‘I am focused on the work in front of us’
Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas during an interview on Sunday waved off concerns about a potential impeachment, emphasizing that he is “focused on the work in front of us.&#…
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Rick Perry declines to support Trump in 2024 but teases possible own presidential run
Former Energy Secretary Rick Perry would not support former President Donald Trump in his reelection campaign when asked on Sunday, though he did tease the possibility of running for president himself.
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Thailand's opposition parties, after stunning election win, set plans to enlist allies to take power
Thailand’s top two opposition parties are planning for the next stage in their bid to replace the military-dominated government after a stunning election victory in which they captured a majority of seats in the House of Representatives. Businessman Pita Limjaroenrat led his opposition Move...
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Treasury official dismisses using 14th Amendment to avoid default
Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo on Sunday dismissed the idea of President Biden using the 14th Amendment to avert a default on the national debt. “Can you just say yes or no, whether or not…
thehill.comMarketmind: Debt impasse dominates in big day for politics
Politics has the spotlight at the start of a new week, falling chiefly - still - on the U.S. debt ceiling standoff. Talks between President Joe Biden and lawmakers look likely to resume on Tuesday, after getting postponed on Friday. Despite that setback, and deep partisan rifts, both Biden and...
Flooding, communications blackout as Cyclone Mocha hits Myanmar
The storm is one of the most powerful to ever hit the region with winds as strong as 250km/h (155 mph).
Possibility of 'popular revolt' about gun control, Sen. Chris Murphy says
His comments came after a federal judge ruled a federal law preventing the sale of guns to 18- to 20-year-olds was unconstitutional.
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Whistleblower David Nielsen speaks out after reporting the Mormon church to IRS in 2019
A former portfolio manager for the Mormon church's investment arm spoke to 60 Minutes about reporting the church to the IRS for violating tax exemption.
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Migrants at US-Mexico border face tight controls after Title 42 lapse
After hours of waiting on the U.S. side of the border and hoping the Texas National Guard would let them seek U.S. asylum, a group of 15 migrants crossed a shallow green river back to Mexico, their faces drawn in disappointment.
China sentences 78-year-old US citizen to life in prison on spying charges
China has sentenced a 78-year-old United States citizen to life in prison on spying charges. John Shing-Wan Leung, who holds permanent residency in Hong Kong, had been detained on April 15, 2021 by the counterintelligence agency in the southeastern city of Suzhou. The city's intermediate court...
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‘Impressive victory’: Thai opposition crushes military parties
Youth-led party takes a stunning lead in election as Thai voters say a resounding no to military-royalist elite.
Here’s what could happen to the military if the US defaults on its debt
As the United States stares down the barrel of a deadline to raise the national debt ceiling, past and current Pentagon leaders are sounding the alarm on how such an event could be deeply damaging …
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Factbox: Preliminary results of Thailand's election
Thailand's opposition Move Forward and Pheu Thai parties won the most seats in Sunday's election, paving the way for a challenge to a military status quo after nearly a decade of government led or backed by the army.
Chris Christie: Trump’s ego won’t let him skip debates
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) on Sunday was skeptical of former President Trump skipping the GOP debates after Trump doubled down on suggestions he didn’t need to participate in them be…
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Vice Media files for bankruptcy as ad business suffers
Vice Media Group, popular for websites such as Vice and Motherboard, filed for bankruptcy protection on Monday to engineer its sale to a group of lenders, capping years of financial difficulties and top-executive departures.
19 Republican states accuse JPMorgan of closing bank accounts and discriminating against customers due to their religious or political beliefs
In a letter seen by The Wall Street Journal, Republican attorneys general say the bank closed accounts and asked questions before reinstating them.
Kerry challenges oil industry to prove its promised tech rescue for climate-wrecking emissions
Oil and gas producers talk up technological breakthroughs they say will soon allow the world to drill and burn fossil fuels without worsening global warming. U.S. climate envoy John Kerry says the time is here for the industry to prove it can make the technology happen — at scale, affordably and...
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Powerful cyclone floods homes, cuts communications in western Myanmar; at least 6 dead, 700 injured
Rescuers have evacuated about 1,000 people trapped by seawater 12 feet deep along western Myanmar’s coast after powerful Cyclone Mocha injured hundreds and cut off communications. Six deaths were reported, but the true impact was not yet clear in one of Asia’s least developed countries. Winds...
apnews.comBiden world goes to the mat to get Julie Su confirmed
A full-court press is on for the labor nominee as confirmation remains in doubt.
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Family with disabled children among hundreds of Gaza's homeless after latest fighting with Israel
The Nabhan family is among some 600 Palestinians that rights groups say were left homeless by a five-day battle between Israel and militants in the Gaza Strip. When they learned their home was about to be bombed by Israel, they rushed to get their four children with special needs out of the...
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 446
As the war enters its 446th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Andrew Cuomo on border post-Title 42: ‘It’s going to get worse before it gets better’
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) said that the situation on the southern border will likely “get worse before it gets better,” following the end of Title 42. “What’s happening on the southern …
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Tomi Lahren predicts Biden is in for 'a bloodbath' in debate with 2024 GOP nominee
Conservative commentator Tomi Lahren predicted that a future debate with potential 2024 Republican nominees Former President Donald Trump or Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) could be "a bloodbath" for President Joe Biden.
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A year after Buffalo supermarket massacre: 'It's such a level of tension'
Many young African Americans in Buffalo are grappling with a shaken sense of personal security.
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Top Chinese envoy heads to Ukraine, Russia in Europe ‘peace’ tour
Li Hui is the most senior Chinese official to visit Ukraine since Russia began its full-scale invasion in February 2022.
Ambitious agenda for Biden on upcoming three-nation Indo-Pacific trip as debt default looms at home
President Joe Biden has an ambitious agenda when he sets off this week on an eight-day trip to the Indo-Pacific. He’s looking to tighten bonds with longtime allies, make history as the first sitting U.S. president to visit the tiny island state of Papua New Guinea and spotlight his...
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Nikki Haley says 'people need to make a decision' on Trump defamation case
Republican 2024 hopeful Nikki Haley opted not to wade into the potential ramifications former President Donald Trump's liable verdict in a civil battery and defamation case could have on the Republican party.
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Ukrainian president says counteroffensive won't aim to attack Russian territory
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his country's planned counteroffensive is designed to liberate areas occupied by Russia, not to attack Russian territory
New Chicago mayor's progressive strategy to be tested amid public safety, growth concerns
Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson is taking office Monday. He faces an influx of migrants in desperate need of shelter, pressure to build support among skeptical business leaders and summer months that historically bring a spike in violent crime. Progressives viewed Johnson’s election as...
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Russia says European armed forces treaty contrary to its security interests
The European armed forces treaty from which Moscow is to withdraw is contrary to Russia's security interests, Russia's envoy in charge of the withdrawal said in remarks published early on Monday.
White House: Proposed GOP spending cuts would be ‘gut punch’ to border guards
The White House ripped House Republicans for the debt ceiling legislation they passed last month, arguing spending cuts in the bill would be a “gut punch” to border agents. The bill would raise the…
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Thais cheer poll winner Move Forward as opposition parties agree to coalition
Thailand's two main opposition parties agreed on Monday to form a ruling coalition after they trounced in a weekend election military-backed rivals that have controlled government for nearly a decade.
Turkey's Erdogan says he could still win, would accept presidential election runoff
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is locked in a tight election race, with a make-or-break runoff against his chief challenger possible as the final votes are counted. With the votes of Turkish citizens living abroad still needing to be counted early Monday, support for the incumbent had...
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How Vivek Ramaswamy made a fortune before pivoting to politics
The biotech entrepreneur hopes to avoid the most common fate of self-funded candidates.
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GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley says "we should not be separating families" at border
"It should never get to that point," Haley said when asked if she would revive the controversial policy.
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China holds rates, adds more liquidity as recovery struggles
China's central bank rolled over maturing medium-term policy loans while keeping the interest rate unchanged on Monday, as expected, but markets expect monetary easing may be inevitable in the coming months to support the economic recovery.
Nikki Haley: GOP president can’t institute national abortion ban
Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley said on Sunday that a Republican president could not institute a national abortion ban because lawmakers are so closely divided on the issue. “Fo…
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Haley still seemed wary of attacking Trump, who is the front-runner for the Republican presidential nomination.
Israeli cease-fire with militants in Gaza appears to hold, despite new rocket launch
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — A fragile cease-fire between Israeli forces and militants in the Gaza Strip appeared to be holding on Sunday after a five-day clash that killed 33 Palestinians and two …
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Imran Khan calls for street protests as Pakistan crisis deepens
Ex-PM calls on his supporters to hit the streets after the top court intervened on Friday following his dramatic arrest.
Rep. Lauren Underwood says there's a "pathway" for maternal health bills to pass Congress
The Illinois Democrat said on "Face the Nation" that she believes the Momnibus Act can pass with bipartisan support by the end of the year.
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Schools are following the GOP lockdown mantra — tapping Biden cash
After a series of school shootings, places like Denver and Wisconsin are rethinking decisions to pull cops from campuses. President Joe Biden is not opposed to the idea.
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Byron Donalds slams Joe Biden over debt ceiling negotiations: 'Doesn't have a plan'
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) slammed President Joe Biden over his refusal to negotiate with Republicans over the debt ceiling.
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Sudan migrants in Israel worry over future, fighting at home
Sudanese migrants in Israel are watching the fighting roiling their nation with trepidation. They fear that the further Sudan sinks into chaos and violence, the longer they are likely to remain unrecognized asylum seekers in a country that has granted them few protections. Their backers say...
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Tractor trailer crash in Mexico kills 26
A tractor trailer and a van crashed on a highway in the northern Mexican state of Tamaulipas on Sunday morning, killing 26 people, local authorities said.
Guest nations at the G-7 reflect outreach to developing countries, worries over China, Russia
During this week’s summit of the leaders of the Group of Seven wealthy democracies in Hiroshima, you’ll also see eight other guest nations engaging in a flurry of diplomacy with Japan and others. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has invited South Korea, Australia, India, Brazil, Vietnam...
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‘He is the God that they worship’: House Dem says crowded GOP primary only helps Trump
Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-N.Y.) on Sunday assessed that a crowded Republican primary field will only benefit former President Trump because some in the GOP see Trump as “the God that they worship.” “T…
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How a Supreme Court case could inject chaos into the 2024 elections
A hotly contested election case from North Carolina has the potential to cause confusion for 2024 election procedures if it's not resolved in time, some experts fear.
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Wall Street advances, Treasury yields rise as debt-ceiling debate rolls along
U.S. stocks slouched to a higher close on Monday, and benchmark Treasury yields rose amid flickering optimism that Washington will get past partisan wrangling and reach a debt ceiling deal.
The Religious Landscape is Undergoing Massive Change. It Could Decide the 2024 Election.
The new decennial Religion Census offers cause for hope — and alarm — for both parties.
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McCaul ‘optimistic’ US won’t default on bills
House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) said on Sunday that he does not believe the United States will default on its bills, noting that the nation’s adversarie…
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Transcript: Laredo, Texas, Mayor Victor Trevino on "Face the Nation," May 14, 2023
The following is the transcript of an interview with Laredo, Texas, Mayor Victor Trevino that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 14, 2023.
www.cbsnews.comTranscript: Nikki Haley on "Face the Nation," May 14, 2023
The following is the transcript of an interview with former United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley, a 2024 Republican presidential candidate, that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 14, 2023.
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Transcript: Rep. Tony Gonzales on "Face the Nation," May 14, 2023
The following is the transcript of an interview with Rep. Tony Gonzales, Republican of Texas, that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 14, 2023.
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Transcript: El Paso Mayor Oscar Leeser on "Face the Nation," May 14, 2023
The following is the transcript of an interview with El Paso Mayor Oscar Leeser that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 14, 2023.
www.cbsnews.comTranscript: Rep. Lauren Underwood on "Face the Nation," May 14, 2023
The following is the transcript of an interview with Lauren Underwood, Democrat of Illinois, that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 14, 2023.
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Transcript: National Economic Council director Lael Brainard on "Face the Nation," May 14, 2023
The following is the transcript of an interview with National Economic Council director Lael Brainard that aired on "Face the Nation" on May 14, 2023.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation," May 14, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley and Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas join Margaret Brennan.
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DOJ says Biden administration will appeal judge's rulings on migrants
The Biden administration also wants its policy to go forward while the appeals process plays out.
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Biden's reelection pitch that he can govern well faces daunting challenges with debt, border, more
Three weeks since launching his reelection campaign, President Joe Biden is confronting a sweeping set of problems in his day job that defy easy solutions and are not entirely within his control. If, as his advisers believe, the single best thing Biden can do for his reelection prospects is to...
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DeSantis in Iowa warns of GOP 'culture of losing' as weather sidelines Trump's event in the state
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is seeking to weaken former President Donald Trump’s grip on the Republican Party as he courts voters in battleground Iowa. Both prospects for the GOP presidential nomination were to hold events in the state Saturday, but a tornado warning prompted Trump to cancel his...
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How Congress lost control of the Supreme Court | CNN Politics
The Supreme Court holds more power than it used to, and thanks to its “shadow docket,” can make consequential decisions that affect every American without so much as a written decision. Here’s what one expert has to say about the court and what Congress should do to fix it.
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Barack Obama says gun ownership has become a growing "ideological" and "partisan" issue
Former President Barack Obama discussed gun violence in America during an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson in Chicago.
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Why the GOP is going to war over military drag queens
The GOP backlash to a former Navy digital ambassador who performs as a drag queen highlights a growing focus for Republican lawmakers overseeing the military. Even before Joshua Kelley was hammered…
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North Carolina governor vetoes abortion limits, launches override showdown
North Carolina’s Democratic governor has vetoed legislation that would have banned nearly all abortions after 12 weeks of pregnancy. The veto came Saturday, during a public rally. Abortion-rights activists and voters watched on a plaza in Raleigh as Gov. Roy Cooper affixed his veto stamp to the...
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Fed hikes and default fears: Here’s what could be next for the housing market
Homebuyers and renters alike could feel relief later this year as home prices stabilize, mortgage rates decline and rent price growth continues to slow. Economists expect the Federal Reserve to pau…
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Housing advocates warn GOP spending plan would be 'disastrous'
Housing advocates are raising the alarm about House Republicans’ plan to dramatically cut the federal deficit to raise the debt ceiling. They warn that rental aid would be stripped from hundreds of thousands of struggling families who could face eviction and possible homelessness at a time when...
apnews.comDeSantis makes last-minute Iowa stop amid plan to move headquarters
The Florida governor spent Saturday in Iowa, an early presidential primary state.
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Zelenskyy meets Pope Francis at Vatican and seeks backing for Ukraine's peace plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has met with Pope Francis at the Vatican, saying later he sought the pontiff's support for Ukraine's peace plan. The pontiff has previously offered his efforts to try to end the war that Russia began with its invasion of Ukraine a year ago. Francis has...
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Donald Trump loses independent voters in Utah over indictments: Poll
Donald Trump lost a majority of independent voters in Utah after he was charged with 34 counts of falsifying campaign records.
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Biden tells Howard grads 'White supremacy' is the 'most dangerous terrorist threat' to the United States
President Biden told the audience at a historically Black university commencement ceremony "White supremacy is the most dangerous "terrorist threat" facing the U.S.
China and Russia are increasing their military collaboration, Japan's foreign minister warns
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi has expressed concern about Russian and Chinese military cooperation in Asia, saying the security situation in Europe could not be separated from that in the Indo-Pacific region since Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Speaking at a meeting of...
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1 dead, 10 hospitalized after tornado touches down in Laguna Heights, Texas
The tornado touched down at around 4 a.m. local time and caused "extensive damage" to a highway and buildings.
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Trump seeks to extinguish DeSantis hopes
Former President Donald Trump is hoping to squash any momentum from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) or other would-be Republican challengers before the party’s 2024 primary even begins in earnest. Tr…
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DeSantis tests his retail politics in Iowa as bad weather keeps Trump out of Hawkeye State | CNN Politics
The expected convergence of former President Donald Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on the Iowa campaign trail Saturday did not materialize as bad weather, including tornado warnings, forced Trump to cancel a planned rally in Des Moines.
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This tribe’s land was cut in two by US borders. Its fight for access could help dozens of others
The Pascua Yaqui Tribe has drafted regulations in an effort to formalize the border-crossing process for their relatives in Mexico coming to their reservation in Arizona. Like dozens of Native American nations across the U.S., the Pascua Yaqui Tribe was sliced in two by modern-day international...
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Social Security advocates brace for U.S. debt default with payments to beneficiaries at stake
Social Security recipients could face interruptions in their payments, and need to be prepared, one expert said, but many have little flexibility to stave off financial crisis by themselves.
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Kentucky GOP governor primary tests Trump's influence ahead of 2024 | CNN Politics
Republicans in Kentucky will decide their nominee for governor on Tuesday in the party’s first major primary since last year’s midterm elections – and one with implications for the 2024 GOP presidential race and the battle for Senate control.
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How the GOP overcame infighting and passed its border bill
House Republicans fulfilled a major campaign promise this week with the passage of a border security crackdown measure — given the designation of H.R. 2 to symbolize its significance — that boosts …
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Scenes from both sides of the border as Title 42 expired
Across rivers and treacherous terrain, migrants trekked to the U.S. seeking asylum.
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Russia says Ukraine used Storm Shadow missiles from Britain to attack Luhansk
Russia's Defence Ministry said on Saturday that Ukrainian aircraft had struck two industrial sites in the Russian-held city of Luhansk in eastern Ukraine with Storm Shadow long-range cruise missiles supplied by Britain.
Florida Democrats struggle to coalesce around a candidate to take down Sen. Rick Scott
With the power of incumbency, significant funding, a registration advantage among Republicans and a weakened Democratic Party, Scott is the heavy favorite for the 2024 race.
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Joe Biden blasts GOP over opposition to student loan forgiveness plan
President Joe Biden criticized Republicans who are attempting to halt his student loan forgiveness plan, claiming he finds their opposition to his plan "outrageous."
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Michigan boy uses a slingshot to save his sister from being abducted from backyard, police say
Authorities in Michigan say a girl was able to escape an attempted kidnapping when her brother used a slingshot to strike the would-be attacker this week. The Michigan State Police arrested the accused assailant, a 17-year-old boy, on Wednesday. They say the 8-year-old girl was in her backyard...
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Ron — not Don — and an act of God descend on Iowa
A tornado watch kept the former president from sucking up all the oxygen.
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What to know about Florida's challenge to the immigration parole policy | CNN Politics
A federal judge late Thursday night temporarily blocked one of the Biden’s administration’s key tools to try to manage the number of migrants in US Customs and Border Protection custody.
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Earthquakes and the economy leave Turkey's Erdoğan facing his toughest election in years
Erdoğan, whose grip on power long looked unassailable as he flexed the country’s muscles within Turkey and beyond its borders, faces the biggest threat to his premiership.
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Unusually early heat wave in Pacific Northwest tests records
An early heat wave has taken hold in parts of the Pacific Northwest. The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for much of the western parts of both Oregon and Washington. The weather service says the temperature at Portland International Airport on Saturday reached 93...
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Debt ceiling: Biden faces legal risks, financial peril with 14th Amendment
The unprecedented step of President Biden invoking the 14th Amendment to avoid a national default would likely lead to legal uncertainty hanging over the already-fragile financial system. Markets a…
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Israel and Islamic Jihad agree on cease-fire to end 5 days of fighting
Israel and the Islamic Jihad militant group in the Gaza Strip have agreed to an Egyptian-brokered cease-fire, ending five days of intense fighting that left 33 Palestinians, including at least 13 civilians dead. Two people in Israel were killed by rocket fire. The cease-fire took effect just...
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Biden counting on two little-used technologies to fight climate change
The Biden administration this week proposed a new rule that could go a long way toward meeting the president’s ambitious climate goals. But it relies on two little-used technologies, whi…
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One killed as tornado hits south Texas near the Gulf coast, damaging dozens of homes
Authorities say one person was killed and a curfew was imposed after a powerful tornado tore through a community near the southern tip of Texas on the Gulf coast. The storm struck the unincorporated community of Laguna Heights near South Padre Island at about 4 a.m. Saturday as most people were...
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North Carolina governor vetoes abortion bill, but GOP legislature may override
Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper held a public rally outside the North Carolina Legislature on Saturday, during which he vetoed a bill to restrict abortions after 12 weeks.
End of Title 42 hasn't stopped migrants' push north to US from across the Americas
Confusion has rippled from the U.S.-Mexico border to migrant routes across the Americas, as migrants scramble to understand complex and ever-changing laws. And while Title 42 has come to an end, the crush of migrants headed north has not. From the rolling mountains and jungles in Central America...
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A law that cancels cancel culture? This country is considering it | CNN
Cancel culture, the online trend of calling out people, celebrities, brands and organizations – rightly or wrongly – for perceived social indiscretions or offensive behaviors, has become a polarizing topic of debate.
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Debt ceiling deadline raises eyebrows over Biden's negotiation strategy
The White House and congressional Republican aides will huddle over the weekend to discuss the debt ceiling and a potential spending compromise as the country contends with the prospect of a default.
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Thousands along Bangladesh, Myanmar coast told to seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha approaches
Volunteers in coastal districts of Bangladesh are using loudspeakers to urge people to seek shelter as the delta nation braces for an extremely severe cyclone, which is expected to slam ashore in Bangladesh and Myanmar in the next 24 hours. U.N. agencies and aid workers have prepositioned tons...
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The Supreme Court has an electoral ‘bomb’ on its hands. Will it defuse it before 2024?
A once-fringe idea known as the independent state legislature theory may not be resolved by the Supreme Court.
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US asks for emergency stay of judge's decision blocking Biden from releasing migrants without court dates
The Biden administration has filed an appeal after a federal judge in Florida blocked immigration authorities from releasing migrants from custody without court dates.
These migrants rushed to cross the border before Title 42 lifted. But in the US they're facing a new set of worries | CNN
Migrants recently released from Customs and Border Protection custody in Brownsville, Texas, say they’re relieved to be in the US. But many have been separated from loved ones and are unsure about what comes next.
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In debt ceiling standoff, COVID era of big spending gives way to new focus on deficit
One outcome is clear as Washington reaches for a budget deal in the debt ceiling standoff. The ambitious COVID-19 era of government spending is giving way to a new focus on stemming deficits. As President Joe Biden and congressional leaders prepare to meet again soon, their staffs are working on...
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How a U.S. debt default would affect American households
The potential consequences are already playing out, with borrowing costs for the U.S. government soaring and some Social Security beneficiaries at risk of delayed payments.
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Kelly Clarkson responds to report accusing her daytime talk show of being a toxic workplace
Kelly Clarkson has responded to a Rolling Stone report accusing her daytime talk show of being a toxic workplace. Clarkson issued a statement on her Instagram page Saturday. She addressed the allegations after 11 current and former employees complained about being overworked and underpaid on...
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Judge blocks Biden admin request to stay order blocking release of migrants into US without court date
A federal judge has ruled against the Biden administration's effort to continue releasing illegal immigrants at the border into the U.S. without a court date.
1 year after Buffalo mass shooting, some residents feel they're left to save themselves
In the wake of the May 14, 2022, mass shooting in Buffalo, loved ones of some of those killed have take matters into their own hands to help their community recover.
Traffic stop in Maryland leads to rescue of kidnapping victim inside U-Haul truck, police say
Dennis Bell, 62, of Lanham, was arrested Friday after police received multiple calls about a U-Haul truck driving erratically and hitting parked vehicles.
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Biden to graduates of historically Black Howard University: US history hasn't been a 'fairy tale'
President Joe Biden has told graduates of Howard University that American history hasn't always been a “fairy tale” and that “racism has torn us apart.” As Biden spoke at Saturday's commencement in Washington, more than a dozen graduates stood with their backs to him holding signs in silent...
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Man arrested after stealing 5-ton military vehicle and leading police on highway chase in Maryland | CNN
A Maryland man was arrested after allegedly stealing a 5-ton military vehicle and leading police on a chase on Friday night, according to local police.
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NJ elementary school bus went missing for nearly an hour after driver suffered medical emergency
The bus was also involved in a minor car accident. It was found in Bridgewater, New Jersey.
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Trump cancels Iowa rally due to tornado warning: 'Be safe out there!'
Former President Trump canceled a rally in Iowa on Saturday due to inclement weather and a tornado warning issued by the National Weather Service.
Tanked Biden pick highlights escalation of dark-money forces
WASHINGTON (AP) — When President Joe Biden nominated Gigi Sohn to serve on the Federal Communications Commission, the longtime consumer advocate expected to face criticism over her desire to expand free internet access and improve competition among broadband providers.
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DeSantis fundraises for Daniel Penny, who faces manslaughter charges in Jordan Neely death
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shared a legal defense fundraiser for Daniel Penny, the Marine veteran accused of manslaughter after he put Jordan Neely in a chokehold.
Title 42 ends: Texas school district seeking to help 'mitigate' expected influx of migrants
A school district in Brownsville, Texas, is seeking out ways to help "mitigate" the expected increase in migrants at its door after the expiration of Title 42.
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Daniel Penny online legal fund raises nearly $2 million for his defense in the subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely
Penny's attorneys wrote the funds will be managed by their office and will be used towards their client's defense.
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Obama says gun ownership ‘shouldn’t be’ a partisan issue
Former President Obama argued in a new interview that gun ownership shouldn’t be a partisan or ideological issue, amid renewed discussions of gun safety legislation in the wake of several recent ma…
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Representatives from 25 Indian Ocean nations discuss security, economic growth and cooperation
DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Representatives from 25 Indian Ocean nations discussed regional economic growth, cooperation and security at the Indian Ocean Conference in Bangladesh on Friday as the Indo-Pacific grows in importance amid changes in the world order.
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Twitter under fire for perceived censorship ahead of election in Turkey
Twitter is facing criticism for restricting content in Turkey ahead of Sunday’s election. “In response to legal process and to ensure Twitter remains available to the people of Turkey, we have take…
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Photos this week: May 5-11, 2023 | CNN
The United States this week has been bracing for the end of Title 42, a pandemic-era border restriction that has allowed the government to quickly turn away migrants for the past couple of years.
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'Shut down the border immediately': DeSantis addresses migrant surge amid end of Title 42 pandemic measure
Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida said he would 'shut down the border immediately' during an Iowa political event held days after the end of Title 42.
Western weapons, experience harden Ukrainian air defenses against Russian onslaught
Ukraine's air defenses are making great strides in their effort to take down Russian missiles and drones. Since Russia resumed regular attacks on Kyiv on April 28 after a nearly two-month lull, the units have intercepted every drone and missile fired at the capital. It’s a vast improvement since...
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How a rural Arkansas prosecutor advocated for her pedophile uncle
One of Barry Walker’s victims, now 22, blamed those close to Walker for not stopping him before he sexually abused more than 30 girls. “They failed us,” she told NBC News.
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Thousands urged to evacuate, seek shelter as powerful Cyclone Mocha bears down on Bangladesh, Myanmar
U.N. agencies and aid workers prepositioned tons of dry food and dozens of ambulances with mobile medical teams in sprawling refugee camps in Bangladesh.
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Zelenskiy asks pope to back Kyiv peace plan, help return children
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy asked Pope Francis on Saturday to back Kyiv's peace plan, and the pope indicated the Vatican would help in the repatriation of Ukrainian children taken by Russians.
DeSantis takes shot at Trump during Iowa visit
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed how the GOP could win in the future during a visit to Iowa on Saturday, taking a slight shot at former President Donald Trump in doing so.
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Twitter's new CEO is an NBCUniversal executive with deep ad industry ties
Elon Musk has confirmed that the new CEO for Twitter, will be NBCUniversal’s Linda Yaccarino, an executive with deep ties to the advertising industry. Musk said that Yaccarino “will focus primarily on business operations” while he plans to center on product design and new technology at the...
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Texas in charge? Did the Supreme Court give red, blue states more power over national policy?
Some experts say a Supreme Court decision upholding a California animal-welfare law may give states more power to impose their will on other states.
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Honduran migrant teen who died in US custody was not sick, mother says
The mother of Ángel Eduardo Maradiaga Espinoza, the Honduran minor who died this week in U.S. custody, told the press that there was no indication her son was ill.
US-Mexico border sees orderly crossings as new migration rules take effect
The U.S.-Mexico border was relatively calm as the U.S. ended its pandemic-era immigration restrictions and migrants adapted to new asylum rules and legal pathways meant to discourage illegal crossings. A full day after the rules known as Title 42 were lifted, migrants and government officials on...
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Turkey faces runoff election with Erdogan leading
Turkey headed for a runoff vote after President Tayyip Erdogan led over his opposition rival Kemal Kilicdaroglu in Sunday's election but fell short of an outright majority to extend his 20-year rule of the NATO-member country.
1 dead, 2 injured in Albany shooting, including 9-year-old, police say
At least three people were shot at a barbershop on Saturday afternoon, police said.
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Please don't use guns to fish, Kansas officials warn | CNN
Officials from the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks came across a fishy situation last Friday after finding a firearm allegedly being used to fish.
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Judge blocks Trump deposition in Strzok, Page lawsuit
A federal judge has blocked former President Trump from being questioned under oath as scheduled later this month in lawsuits brought by two former FBI staffers. Former FBI agent Peter Strzok…
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Japan, South Korea agree on visit to Fukushima nuclear plant ahead of planned water release
Japanese and South Korean officials have agreed on a visit later this month by South Korean experts to the Fukushima nuclear plant before it begins the controversial release of treated but radioactive water into the sea. The safety of the water is a major sticking point as the two sides work to...
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EU and US to pledge joint action over China
Concerns center on non-market practices and export controls on semiconductors.
Texas Democrat sides with Republicans on banning on sex-change treatments, puberty blockers for minors
A Democratic state representative in Texas published a statement explaining her vote with Republicans to ban gender reassignment procedures for minors.
Kenya cult death toll hits 200, with more than 600 reported missing
The death toll linked to a doomsday cult in Kenya has hit 201 after police exhumed 22 more bodies on Saturday. Most of them bore signs of starvation, according to the coast regional commissioner. More than 600 people are still missing. The bodies are believed to be followers of a pastor based in...
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Where the legal cases against Donald Trump stand
Former President Donald Trump's indictment earlier this year over alleged hush money payments made to porn star Stormy Daniels was the first time a current or former president had been charged with a crime in United States history.
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Kenya doomsday cult death toll climbs to 201, regional official says
Searchers for survivors and victims of a doomsday cult in Kenya's Shakahola forest discovered 22 more bodies on Saturday, according to a regional governmental official.
Fighting cancer, Saints tight end Foster Moreau could participate in voluntary offseason practices
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Newly signed Saints tight end Foster Moreau, who is being treated for cancer, “absolutely” could participate in upcoming voluntary offseason practices that begin later this month, coach Dennis Allen said Saturday.
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Iowa showdown: Trump and DeSantis hold competing 2024 events in first caucus state
Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis, the top two candidates in the early 2024 Republican presidential nomination polls converge Saturday on Iowa, which leads off the GOP's calendar
South Africa expresses 'utter displeasure' at U.S. accusations of arms shipment to Russia
U.S. Ambassador Reuben E. Brigety, on Thursday, accused South Africa of secretly loading weapons onto a sanctioned Russian cargo ship last year.
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Judge warns JPMorgan Chase of contempt finding for slow-walking evidence in Jeffrey Epstein case
JPMorgan is accused in lawsuits of enabling sex trafficking by Jeffrey Epstein, a former friend of Donald Trump and Bill Clinton who killed himself in 2019.
German rail union cancels planned two-day strike after employers meet minimum wage demand
A labor union representing more than 200,000 railway workers in Germany says it is cancelling plans for a two-day strike after employers met one of its key demands. The EVG union said earlier this week that its members would walk out for 50 hours from late Sunday until late Tuesday. Rail company...
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Thailand opposition crushes military parties in election rout
The stunning win sets the stage for deal-making over forming a government in a bid to end nearly a decade of army-backed rule.
Mike Lynch: Autonomy founder extradited to US in criminal case
Mike Lynch is accused of overinflating the value of his firm Autonomy when he sold it to Hewlett-Packard.
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Garcia introduces ‘Honoring All Families’ resolution after Marjorie Taylor Greene comments on motherhood
Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.) introduced a resolution Friday that would formally recognize and celebrate diverse family units across the nation. The introduction of the resolution, which Garcia’s o…
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Biden says US debt ceiling talks are moving along
President Joe Biden said on Saturday that talks with Congress on raising the U.S. government's debt limit were moving along and more will be known about their progress in the next two days.
Modi’s Hindu nationalist party loses India's Karnataka state in crucial polls ahead of national vote
India’s main opposition Congress party has wrested control of the crucial southern Karnataka state from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu nationalist party. The victory in Karnataka is expected to energize the largely divided opposition that is banking on forming a united front to challenge...
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Head of Russia's crime agency suggests nationalising key parts of economy
The head of Russia's federal crime agency on Saturday suggested that key sectors of the economy should be returned to state ownership to support Moscow's war in Ukraine.
He lost his son to suicide after a 'sextortion' scam. Now this lawmaker is fighting to save other teens | CNN
Brandon Guffey was at home last July when he heard a gunshot and found his 17-year-old son Gavin bleeding from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He soon learned Gavin had been blackmailed by scammers who tricked him into sending nude photos.
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Title 42 ends: Democrats split on handling of immigration after expiration of border policy
Democrats are divided among each other over how the United States should move forward after the Title 42 immigration policy has expired.
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Ohio human trafficking sting nabs 10 men, including teacher, illegal immigrant
Authorities in Ohio have arrested 10 men in a human trafficking sting in North Olmsted. That arrest came the same day a man in Lorain County was sentenced to life in prison.
Poland detects object in its airspace that flew from Belarus, likely observation balloon
Poland’s Defense Ministry says it has detected an object in its airspace that flew in from the direction of Belarus and that it was probably an observation balloon. The ministry said Saturday that radar contact with the object was lost near the town of Rypin in central Poland. The ministry said...
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China unlikely to play peacemaker role in Ukraine war, experts say
Beijing tends to play it safe in its diplomacy and remains reluctant to pressure Moscow, foreign diplomats and former U.S. officials say.
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Swedish singer Loreen wins Eurovision Song Contest for 2nd time at event feting Ukraine
Swedish singer Loreen has won the Eurovision Song Contest with her power ballad “Tattoo.”
Pakistan PM orders those involved in violence tracked down and arrested
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Saturday gave authorities 72 hours to identify and arrest all those involved in violent acts after former Prime Minister Imran Khan's arrest this week sparked deadly unrest.
Campaigning in Turkey's pivotal elections ends, voting nears
Turkish politicians have held their final rallies in the last hours of campaigning before Sunday’s pivotal presidential and parliamentary elections that will significantly shape the NATO member’s future, before a so-called propaganda ban went into effect. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is facing...
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Jordan Neely’s chokehold death on NYC subway: What has happened so far
The death of Jordan Neely, a 30-year-old homeless man with a history of mental illness, on a New York City subway earlier this month has sparked outcry and protests in the past couple weeks. …
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Democrats have yet to produce major 2024 challenger against Rick Scott
Although still early in the process, Florida Democrats have so far been unable to produce a major challenger against Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) in the 2024 cycle.
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Israel strikes Gaza, Palestinians fire rockets as truce bid lingers
The fighting has now entered its fifth day.
Cyclone Mocha: People pack shelters as storm menaces refugee camp
Half a million people are evacuated to safer areas in Bangladesh as the powerful storm nears.
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Indian billionaire Ambani's JioCinema unveils pricing in fight with Netflix, Disney
Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s streaming platform JioCinema announced premium pricing of 999 Indian rupees ($12) a year, its first step to move away from a free content model to fight global rivals such as Netflix and Disney in the country.
Thailand's opposition wins big election victory, challenging army-backed conservative establishment
Thailand’s main opposition parties have easily bested other contenders with virtually all the votes counted from Sunday’s general election. Their victory fulfilled many voters’ hopes that the balloting would serve as an opportunity for change nine years after incumbent Prime Minister Prayuth...
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Natalee Holloway suspect Joran van der Sloot getting divorced after prison drug smuggling scandal
Joran van der Sloot, the Dutch national suspected in the unsolved 2005 disappearance of Alabama student Natalee Holloway in Aruba, is getting divorced.
Israel-Gaza: Shaky start to ceasefire ending five days of fighting
Palestinian rocket attacks and Israeli air strikes continued for hours after the ceasefire began.
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Sudan talks to resume in Saudi Arabia amid heavy fighting
Khartoum residents described fierce battles on Saturday with fighters roving the streets and little sign Sudan's warring sides were respecting an agreement to protect civilians ahead of ceasefire talks due to resume in Saudi Arabia on Sunday.
Inflation in Argentina leaves families struggling to feed themselves
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Gimena Páez could barely pay her bills. Then inflation in Argentina started rising even faster.
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Tornado threat cancels Trump's Iowa rally as Ron DeSantis campaigns in the state
Donald Trump, who had not yet departed from Palm Beach, Fla., promised in a Truth Social post that he would reschedule the event soon.
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After 14 student deaths, North Carolina State confronts a national crisis
As concerns rise about youth mental health, North Carolina State University confronts a surge in student deaths by suicide and drug overdoses.
Yellen claims 'some areas of agreement’ have been found in debt ceiling battle
Negotiators have made some headway in the debt ceiling deadlock, according to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
www.washingtonexaminer.comGuatemala's El Periodico newspaper to shut down amid founder's prosecution
GUATEMALA CITY (AP) — A Guatemalan newspaper known for hard-hitting investigations of government corruption and whose founder is currently on trial, announced Friday that it will shut down.
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‘Moving forward’: Ukraine claims gains on Bakhmut front
Russia acknowledged its forces had fallen back north of the ruined eastern city after months of relentless fighting.
Wanted Las Vegas woman arrested after commenting under news post about her case on social media
A wanted Las Vegas woman with seven DUI arrests was taken back into custody on Friday after commenting on a news article on Facebook about her case.
Japan's Kishida to order assessment on wage outlook by govt, BOJ- Nikkei
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will issue an order on Monday for the government and the central bank to conduct an assessment on whether recent wage hikes would be sustainable, the Nikkei newspaper reported on Sunday.
Hezbollah leader denies reports linking the Iran-backed group to Syria's drug dealer
BEIRUT (AP) — The leader of Lebanon’s Hezbollah militant group has denounced as "baseless lies" reports that one of Syria’s most well-known drug dealers, who was killed earlier this week in an airstrike near the Jordanian border, was linked to the Iran-backed group.
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Canada's Alberta faces more wildfires amid hot, dry weather
Canada's main oil-producing province of Alberta faces an upsurge in wildfire activity as western Canada swelters in hot, dry weather and blazes keep thousands from their homes.
Ukraine Eurovision act's city Ternopil attacked before performance
Ternopil was hit by Russian missiles before Tvorchi took the stage in Liverpool, authorities say.
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NYC loosens rules, ships migrants upstate and seeks federal aid amid a migrant surge
A New York county is suing New York City over migrants, accusing the city of going "rogue" as it struggles to house migrants following Title 42 expiring.
Ahead of likely 2024 run, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis makes another trip to Iowa Saturday
DeSantis, who is expected to jump into the presidential race imminently, did not discuss Trump by name.
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At G7, a warning about economic outlook as US debt crisis looms
Global policymakers are forced to grapple with a potential default by the world's largest economy.
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May 6 - 12, 2023 From asylum-seeking migrants gathered along the U.S.-Mexico border to British royal brothers George and Louis taking part in festivities celebrating their grandfather's coronation, this photo gallery highlights some of the most compelling images from around the world made or...
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Bobi, the world's oldest dog, celebrates 31st birthday | CNN
The world’s oldest dog is living it up in his 30s.
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American arrested in Philippines after police find his girlfriend inside water drum: report
American William Thomas Worth is facing murder charges in the death of his girlfriend, Mila Loslos, in the Philippines, whose body was found in a water drum.
More than 60 migrant families found living in dilapidated greenhouse in rural California
Authorities say a dilapidated greenhouse at a Northern California nursery was home to dozens of farmworkers and their families who were living in tiny and unsafe dwellings with no ventilation
Ron DeSantis calls for GOP to reject 'culture of losing' at Feenstra Family Picnic
SIOUX CENTER — Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) called for the Republican Party to reject a 'culture of losing' at the Feenstra Family Picnic hosted by Rep Randy Feenstra (R-IA).
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Thailand election 2023 updates: MFP takes stunning lead
All the updates from Thailand’s election as they happened.
EUROVISION PHOTOS: See the spectacle, and some silliness, from this year's contestants
LIVERPOOL, England. (AP) — The Eurovision Song Contest field has been narrowed to the 26 acts who will sing their hearts out Saturday for a chance at glory and national bragging rights.
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North Carolina governor's veto of abortion ban faces 'uphill battle'
North Carolina's Democratic governor rejected 12-week abortion ban legislation on Saturday, but the GOP-controlled General Assembly could override him.
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Woman charged in 1 of 4 Nebraska killings pleads not guilty
A 44-year-old woman charged in one of four killings in a small Nebraska town has pleaded not guilty
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 445
As the war enters its 445th day, we take a look at the main developments.
Syria extends opening of 2 border crossings with Turkey for quake aid
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — The Syrian government has agreed to extend by another three months the use of two border crossings with Turkey into the rebel-held northwest that were opened for aid delivery after a deadly earthquake in February, Syrian and U.N. officials said Saturday.
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Turkey election 2023 updates: Voting ends in tight race
All the updates from Turkey’s elections as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces his biggest political challenge.
How a herd of cows helped North Carolina police capture a suspect on the run | CNN
Just call it bovine intervention.
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What you need to know about Thailand’s general election
Voters are expected to deliver a strong mandate for change, but the royalist-military elite may seek to remain in power.
Greece protests arrest of mayoral candidate in Albania accused of buying votes
The detention of a mayoral candidate belonging to the Greek minority in Albania has raised tensions between the two neighboring countries. Greece’s Foreign Ministry released a statement Saturday demanding the release of Dionysis-Fredi Beleri, a candidate for mayor of the Albanian city of Himare...
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Veterans of 2011 debt ceiling crisis say this year is different, Twitter has a new CEO: 5 Things podcast
Veterans of the 2011 debt ceiling crisis are worried, Idaho 'Doomsday mom convicted of murder and Twitter has a new CEO.
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America's fastest growing sport is coming to your mall | CNN Business
Pickleball is coming to your local mall, replacing shuttered Bed Bath & Beyond, Old Navy, and Saks Off 5th stores.
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New AI system can help conserve wildlife, prevent poaching in Africa: report
The program utilizes AI-powered cameras that can distinguish between animals and humans, then send signals and warnings to local villages and rangers for help.
New Twitter CEO says she is excited to help to transform the company
Linda Yaccarino tweeted she has been inspired by owner Elon Musk's vision to create a brighter future for the social media platform.
Australian tennis player Owen Davidson, who won 13 Grand Slam doubles titles, dies at 79
Australian tennis player Owen Davidson, who won 13 Grand Slam doubles titles, has died. He was 79. The International Tennis Hall of Fame announced Saturday that Davidson died on Friday.
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Abortion pill battle threatens America’s ‘gold standard’ drug approval process
The legal battle over the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of the abortion pill mifepristone could undermine a drug approval process considered to be the “gold standard” around the wor…
thehill.comHow a green card freeze will exacerbate the nursing crisis
Health groups say the move could devastate a nursing workforce that is plagued by staffing shortages.
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Wave of blue states become 'refuge' for child transgender surgeries and drugs
A number of blue states have passed laws allowing children to receive transgender surgeries and drugs, often without parental knowledge or consent.
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KS Gov. Laura Kelly stops settlement between state, small gym owner over COVID-19 restrictions
A small gym owner who was forced to shut her fitness center down during the pandemic sued the state of Kansas. Gov. Laura Kelly thwarted the small settlement.
North Carolina governor vetoes abortion limits, launches override showdown
North Carolina’s Democratic governor has vetoed legislation that would have banned nearly all abortions after 12 weeks of pregnancy
Dr. Sanjay Gupta: The Covid-19 emergency is ending. It's time for the patient to leave the hospital | CNN
After more than three very long years, it’s finally happening: The Covid-19 pandemic is ending, at least in the formal sense, both in this country and abroad. This moment is not being marked with parades or big parties but rather with the flourishes of two administrative pens. On Friday, the...
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National Maternal Mental Health Hotline received over 12,000 calls and texts in its first year
Traffic to the hotline surged in January after Massachusetts mother Lindsay Clancy allegedly killed her three young children, according to data first shared with NBC News.
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COVID-19 is no longer a Public Health Emergency. What kinds of aid are ending with it?
Coverage rules for COVID-19 tests, vaccines and treatment are changing now that the PHE has expired. Here's what to know.
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What patients need to know about new recommendations for prostate cancer screening
Patients are advised to talk to their doctor about the risks of tests.
Senate panel advances drug pricing bills, including PBM reforms
A key Senate panel advanced a package of bipartisan bills aimed at improving generic drug competition and reforming the business practices of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). The Senate Health, Ed…
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Christina Applegate says she may give up acting on camera because of MS: "It's never a good day."
"There are just certain things that people take for granted in their lives that I took for granted. Going down the stairs, carrying things—you can't do that anymore," she said.
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Shifting to life post-Covid: How remote work transformed this city in the Midwest
Lansing, Michigan is one example of how downtowns have attempted to move away from office-centric economies.
Nurse fired for refusing COVID-19 vaccine reflects as national emergency ends: 'It's frustrating to look back'
Jenna Viani-Pascale shares her story of losing her job for refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine due to medical issues on "The Story with Martha MacCallum."
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