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PoliticsMar 25

NAACP Names Former Biden DOJ Official Kristen Clarke as General Counsel

The NAACP has appointed Kristen Clarke, who previously served as head of civil rights at the Justice Department, as its new top lawyer.

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PoliticsMar 12

Trump nominates Sarah Rogers to lead VOA parent agency after court ruling on Lake

President Trump nominated State Department official Sarah Rogers to head the U.S. Agency for Global Media following a judge's ruling against Kari Lake.

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PoliticsMar 4

Gallego Criticizes Israel's Role in Iran Operation, Says He'd Fund War with Conditions

Senator Ruben Gallego criticized Israel's alleged leadership in a recent U.S. operation in Iran while saying he would vote to fund a war against Iran if Gulf states contribute financially.

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PoliticsMar 11

LA Mayor Bass Increases Police Presence Downtown, Faces Reelection Uncertainty

Mayor Karen Bass deployed additional LAPD resources to downtown LA while polling shows majority of voters undecided on her reelection bid.

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PoliticsMar 4

Hochul Leads GOP Challenger by 20 Points as DOJ Prepares Medicaid Lawsuit

New York Governor Kathy Hochul maintains significant lead over Republican Bruce Blakeman while facing federal investigation into state Medicaid program.

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PoliticsMar 25

Congress Considers Multiple Bills Affecting Transportation and Media Industries

Congressional committees advance legislation on trucking safety requirements and radio industry regulations.

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PoliticsMar 3

CBS Poll Shows Public Concerns on Iran Policy, Hispanic Economic Views

New CBS polling reveals public skepticism about Trump administration's Iran strategy and ongoing economic concerns among Hispanic voters.

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PoliticsMar 24

FBI Operation Targets Chinese Firms, Cartel Assets in Fentanyl Investigation

FBI Director Kash Patel announced indictments against Chinese pharmaceutical companies and cartel assets in fentanyl precursor supply operation.

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PoliticsMar 3

Senators Question Officials on Iran Conflict and Homeland Security Funding

Republican and Democratic senators pressed administration officials on Iran-related military actions and domestic security threats during hearings.

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PoliticsMar 10

NYC Mayor Faces Criticism Over Response to Security Incident and Event Hosting

New York City Mayor faces scrutiny over his handling of a security incident at his residence and subsequent hosting of a controversial activist.

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PoliticsMar 12

Former DOJ Attorney Julie Le Launches Primary Challenge Against Rep. Ilhan Omar

Julie Le, a former Justice Department prosecutor who gained attention for courtroom comments about immigration caseloads, announced a Democratic primary bid against Rep. Ilhan Omar.

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PoliticsMar 24

Former Scottish First Minister Defends Gender Policy Record

Nicola Sturgeon denied having an 'obsession' with transgender issues as she prepares to step down from the Scottish Parliament.

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PoliticsMar 24

Border Patrol Leader Gregory Bovino Announces Retirement Amid Immigration Policy Role

Gregory Bovino, who led aggressive immigration enforcement policies, announces retirement after being sidelined by the White House.

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PoliticsMar 24

Republican Senator Proposes Bill to Close Medicaid Fraud Prosecution Loophole

Sen. Ashley Moody introduces legislation to address legal barriers that prevent state attorneys general from prosecuting certain Medicaid fraud cases.

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PoliticsMar 20

Farage Criticised for 'Foreign Speakers' Comment About Welsh People

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces criticism after calling Welsh people 'foreign speakers' in a paid video message on the Cameo platform.

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