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PoliticsMar 21

Senate Vote Fails to Fund Homeland Security as Government Shutdown Continues

The Senate failed to pass funding for the Department of Homeland Security on Friday, extending the partial government shutdown to 35 days.

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PoliticsApr 9

Former Sen. Ben Sasse discusses cancer battle, criticizes Senate in interview

Former Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse detailed his Stage 4 pancreatic cancer diagnosis and criticized the Senate's dysfunction in a recent podcast interview.

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PoliticsMar 24

Secretary of State Rubio to Testify in Trial of Former Congressman Accused of Venezuela Lobbying

Marco Rubio will testify in the federal trial of former Rep. David Rivera, who is accused of secretly lobbying for Venezuela's government without proper registration.

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PoliticsMar 31

California Renames Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day Amid Sexual Abuse Allegations

California has renamed Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day following sexual abuse allegations against the civil rights leader.

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PoliticsMar 12

Senate Majority Leader Thune Rejects Trump's Push for SAVE Act Filibuster Strategy

Senate Majority Leader John Thune dismissed President Trump's call to force Democrats into a talking filibuster to pass the SAVE Act voting legislation.

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PoliticsApr 11

Wealth Tax Proposals Target Billionaires' Assets as Income Tax Alternative

California billionaires hold approximately $2 trillion in wealth that largely avoids income taxation, prompting proposals for annual wealth taxes.

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PoliticsApr 9

OECD Calls for UK Tax Reform as Public Opposes Fuel Duty Increase

International organization urges tax overhaul while polling shows majority opposition to fuel duty rise amid regional tensions.

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PoliticsApr 10

Scottish man jailed for killing wife who jumped from bridge after abuse campaign

Lee Milne sentenced to eight years for killing his wife Kimberly, who jumped to her death following domestic abuse, in first prosecution of its kind in Scotland.

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PoliticsApr 4

Senator opposes Iran operations, lawmakers respond to defense spending request

A Republican senator cited war powers concerns over Iran operations while lawmakers reacted to a $1.5 trillion defense spending proposal.

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PoliticsMar 18

Trump Comments on Israel Nuclear Weapons Use Amid Iran Conflict

President Trump addressed questions about Israel's potential nuclear weapon use and faced internal criticism over Iran conflict policy.

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PoliticsApr 6

5-Year-Old and Family Speak Out About ICE Detention Experience in Minnesota

A 5-year-old boy and his parents describe their fears following detention by immigration enforcement agents in Minnesota.

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PoliticsApr 2

US Signs Third-Country Deportation Deals with Uganda and Costa Rica

The Trump administration has secured agreements with Uganda and Costa Rica to accept migrants deported from the United States who have no ties to those countries.

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PoliticsApr 10

UK Announces Multiple Justice and Security Initiatives

The UK government has unveiled several measures including expanded court processing, increased security funding, and digital ID proposals.

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PoliticsApr 9

Debate Over Medical Aid in Dying Emerges in New York

New York faces discussions about physician-assisted dying legislation amid varying perspectives on end-of-life care options.

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PoliticsApr 9

Democratic Rep. Summer Lee appears at Michigan rally with controversial streamer

Rep. Summer Lee made remarks about higher earners at a Michigan political rally featuring Twitch streamer Hasan Piker.

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