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PoliticsMay 1

Van Hollen Defends Maine Senate Candidate Facing Criticism Over Past Posts, Tattoo

Senator Chris Van Hollen defended Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, who has faced scrutiny over controversial online posts and a tattoo.

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PoliticsJun 6

Indiana Mayor Makes Controversial Comments About Data Center Opposition

Shelbyville, Indiana mayor caught on camera making disparaging remarks about residents opposing proposed $2 billion data center project.

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PoliticsMar 26

New York City Council to Vote on Police Protest Response and Religious Site Buffer Bills

The NYC Council will vote Thursday on bills affecting police deployment at protests and establishing buffer zones around houses of worship.

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PoliticsMar 20

Federal arts panel approves commemorative gold coin featuring Trump's image

A federal arts commission approved a 24-karat gold commemorative coin design featuring President Trump's image for the nation's 250th birthday celebration.

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PoliticsMay 1

Political Changes Expected in UK Local Elections Amid Party Performance Questions

Local election outcomes may shift political control in some UK areas as questions arise about Reform UK's council management record.

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PoliticsMay 19

Maine Democratic Senate Candidate Faces Scrutiny Over Past Social Media Posts

Graham Platner, Maine's Democratic Senate candidate, is under scrutiny for explicit Reddit comments about military service experiences.

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PoliticsMay 1

Mayor Mamdani Faces Criticism Over Royal Visit Response and Rent Board Activities

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani drew criticism for avoiding typical ceremonial welcome for royal visitors while facing separate allegations about rent policy advocacy.

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PoliticsMay 19

LA Mayor Bass Defends Dental Care Comments for Homeless Meth Users

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faced criticism and defended her comments about providing dental care to homeless individuals who lost teeth due to methamphetamine use.

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PoliticsMay 1

California Coastal Commission Acknowledges Political Bias in Recent Decision

The California Coastal Commission admitted to political bias and issued an apology this week following criticism of its decision-making process.

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PoliticsJun 6

Justice Department Opens Criminal Investigation Into E Jean Carroll

The Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into magazine writer E Jean Carroll, who previously won civil judgments against Donald Trump.

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PoliticsJun 6

Trump Says He Would Be 'Honored' to Meet Iran's Supreme Leader if Peace Deal Reached

President Trump told reporters he would consider meeting Iran's supreme leader if the two countries reach a peace agreement.

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PoliticsApr 12

Conservative Group Launches $5M Campaign for Voter ID Legislation

Restoration of America begins nationwide ad campaign urging Senate passage of SAVE America Act requiring voter identification.

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PoliticsApr 30

Trump criticizes news outlets' coverage of Iran conflict during White House event

President Trump criticized The New York Times and CNN's coverage of Iran-related conflict while signing executive order on retirement savings.

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PoliticsApr 30

RFK Jr. Appeals Court Ruling That Disbanded His Vaccine Advisory Panel

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has filed an appeal challenging a court decision that eliminated his vaccine advisory panel.

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PoliticsJun 6

Pentagon Raises Counterintelligence Threat Level for Israeli Spying Activities

The Pentagon has elevated the counterintelligence threat assessment for Israeli intelligence operations against the United States to the highest level.

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