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PoliticsApr 30

Trump Sons to Take Stake in Kazakh Mining Company That Received US Government Backing

Donald Trump's sons are set to acquire ownership in a Kazakhstan-based mining company that previously secured $1.6 billion in US government support.

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PoliticsMar 7

Declassified US Files Name Gerry Adams as IRA Senior Commander

Unearthed 1997 US State Department diplomatic cables identify former Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams as IRA war council member.

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PoliticsMay 14

Pentagon Letter Raises Questions About Stars and Stripes Independence

Senate Democrats express concerns over Stars and Stripes editorial independence following Pentagon policy letter and ombudsman firing.

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PoliticsJun 3

Sacramento City Councilwoman Mai Vang Trails in Congressional Primary

Sacramento City Councilwoman Mai Vang was behind in early returns in her Democratic primary challenge against incumbent Congresswoman Doris Matsui.

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PoliticsMay 7

California Programs Face Criticism Over Fraud and Implementation Issues

Two California state programs are under scrutiny for alleged fraud losses and controversial funding decisions.

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PoliticsMar 19

Senate Republicans block Democratic resolution to limit Trump's Iran military authority

The Senate voted 47-53 against advancing a war powers resolution that would have restricted President Trump's military strikes against Iran.

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PoliticsMay 7

House Ethics Committee Investigates Rep. Chuck Edwards for Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) acknowledges House Ethics Committee investigation into sexual misconduct allegations, says he welcomes chance to address claims.

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PoliticsMay 7

Poll Shows Americans Support Congressional Age Limits as Aging Legislation Advances

New polling reveals 80% of Americans favor age caps for Congress members while related legislation addresses aging-in-place support services.

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PoliticsApr 2

Wisconsin University System President Refuses to Resign After Board Pressure

Jay Rothman says he won't step down from leading the 25-campus system despite being told to resign or face termination by the Board of Regents.

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PoliticsApr 23

Republican lawmakers propose bills to shield oil companies from climate lawsuits

House and Senate Republicans have introduced legislation that would provide oil and gas companies with legal immunity from climate-related lawsuits and policies.

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PoliticsJun 3

Defense Secretary Removes Nine Navy Officers from Promotion List

Pete Hegseth removed nine navy officers, including women and Black service members, from a promotion list, leaving 22 all-male, predominantly white nominees.

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PoliticsMar 29

Iranian Group Claims Responsibility for Releasing Emails Allegedly from Kash Patel

A website identifying as Iranian posted what appeared to be personal emails from before Patel's director role, while hosted on Russian servers.

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PoliticsApr 23

Trump Pardons Reportedly Reduce Funding for Crime Victim Programs by $113 Million

Presidential pardons issued by Trump have eliminated fines and penalties that would have supported violent crime victim services, according to new reporting.

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PoliticsMar 30

Somaliland Calls for Omar Extradition After Vance Fraud Claims; Kaine Discusses Deportation Case

Two separate immigration-related political stories emerge involving Rep. Ilhan Omar and a Virginia murder case.

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PoliticsMar 6

Senator Graham discusses Iran regime change after call with Netanyahu

Sen. Lindsey Graham said Iran's regime will fall after speaking with Israeli PM Netanyahu, who expressed gratitude to Trump.

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