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PoliticsMar 19

Police investigate Mandelson-Epstein email as PM faces questions over appointment

Metropolitan Police are investigating an email between Peter Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein as PM avoids questions about the ambassador appointment.

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PoliticsMay 6

Republican Lawmaker Criticizes Iran's Strategy Toward Trump Administration

Rep. Russell Fry comments on Iran's approach to U.S. relations as Gulf allies express concerns about Iranian actions.

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PoliticsApr 16

Federal Judge Blocks Indiana Student ID Voting Ban

A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction against Indiana's law prohibiting student IDs for voting purposes.

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PoliticsMar 28

Democratic Candidates Win State Legislative Seats in Republican-Held Districts

Democrats have flipped over two dozen Republican-held state legislative seats nationwide since January 2025, including victories in Florida.

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PoliticsMar 9

Billionaires Contributed 19% of Federal Campaign Donations in 2024

Analysis shows 300 billionaires and families donated over $3 billion to federal elections, representing nearly one-fifth of all reported contributions.

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PoliticsMay 15

Bronx man convicted of operating secret Chinese police station in Manhattan

A New York man was found guilty of running an undisclosed Chinese police station in Manhattan that authorities say was used to monitor dissidents.

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PoliticsMay 5

Warren Used Commercial Tax Service Despite Promoting IRS Free Filing Program

Senator Elizabeth Warren used a commercial tax preparation service instead of the IRS Direct File system she had advocated for publicly.

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PoliticsMar 19

Fetterman Says Democrats Governed by 'Trump Derangement Syndrome'

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman criticized his own party, claiming Democrats lack clear leadership and are driven by opposition to Trump.

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PoliticsMar 18

Republican Congressman Warns Against NATO Withdrawal Amid Defense Discussions

Rep. Don Bacon warned that a U.S. withdrawal from NATO would cause division within the Republican Party as defense discussions continue.

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PoliticsApr 3

GSA Plans to Hire 400 Workers After Previous DOGE-Related Cuts

The General Services Administration will hire approximately 400 employees following significant workforce reductions from previous government efficiency efforts.

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PoliticsMay 15

Justice Dept. Questions Reliability of Trump-Ordered Citizenship Lists for Voting

Justice Department lawyer told court that citizenship lists ordered by Trump for election oversight are unreliable for voter roll updates.

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PoliticsMar 27

California Sheriff Seizes Additional Ballot Materials Despite State Opposition

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco confiscated more election materials as part of a voter fraud investigation that state officials call baseless.

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PoliticsMar 18

Woman Dies After Being Crushed Under Float at Kentucky St. Patrick's Day Parade

A 50-year-old Kentucky mother of two was killed when she fell and was dragged under a parade float during Louisville's St. Patrick's Day celebration.

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PoliticsApr 3

White House Ballroom Project Receives Final Approval from Planning Commission

The National Capital Planning Commission approved plans for a new ballroom in the White House East Wing, with President Trump thanking commissioners including Sen. Rand Paul.

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PoliticsApr 25

Congressional Late-Night Sessions Increase Amid Government Funding Disputes

Congress increasingly relies on overnight voting sessions as lawmakers struggle with government funding and immigration enforcement bills.

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