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For the first time, Bernie Sanders calls Israel’s war in Gaza a genocide

His move comes a day after a U.N. panel said Israel was committing genocide in Gaza. Israel rejected the findings, which echo those of a growing number of governments and rights groups.
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For the first time, Bernie Sanders calls Israel’s war in Gaza a genocide

His move comes a day after a U.N. panel said Israel was committing genocide in Gaza. Israel rejected the findings, which echo those of a growing number of governments and rights groups.

Trump, allies seek to punish speech they dislike following Kirk killing

The White House-directed campaign, which is likely to face legal challenges, defies past GOP rhetoric condemning the label “hate speech” as a pretext for political persecution.
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Trump, allies seek to punish speech they dislike following Kirk killing

The White House-directed campaign, which is likely to face legal challenges, defies past GOP rhetoric condemning the label “hate speech” as a pretext for political persecution.

U.S. wins release of Wells Fargo banker placed under exit ban in China

Beijing has allowed Mao Chenyue, a bank managing director in Atlanta, to return to the United States, people familiar with the matter said.
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U.S. wins release of Wells Fargo banker placed under exit ban in China

Beijing has allowed Mao Chenyue, a bank managing director in Atlanta, to return to the United States, people familiar with the matter said.

Trump meets with royal family in pomp-filled state visit to Britain

The U.S. president was largely insulated from protesters in a country where he remains unpopular. He plans to meet with Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday.
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Trump meets with royal family in pomp-filled state visit to Britain

The U.S. president was largely insulated from protesters in a country where he remains unpopular. He plans to meet with Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday.

Trump meeting with royal family in pomp-filled state visit to Britain

The U.S. president will be largely insulated from protesters in a country where he remains unpopular. On Thursday, he plans to meet with Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
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Trump meeting with royal family in pomp-filled state visit to Britain

The U.S. president will be largely insulated from protesters in a country where he remains unpopular. On Thursday, he plans to meet with Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

The GOP cut parts of Obamacare. Now it’s at the center of a funding fight.

Democrats are asking for restored health care subsidies and funding in exchange for their support, but Republicans are daring them to risk a shutdown over the issue.
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The GOP cut parts of Obamacare. Now it’s at the center of a funding fight.

Democrats are asking for restored health care subsidies and funding in exchange for their support, but Republicans are daring them to risk a shutdown over the issue.

Obama condemns ‘horrific’ Kirk shooting, urges country to unite

Former president Barack Obama called the killing of Kirk a tragedy, and said the Trump administration was wrong to try and sow division after the shooting.
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Obama condemns ‘horrific’ Kirk shooting, urges country to unite

Former president Barack Obama called the killing of Kirk a tragedy, and said the Trump administration was wrong to try and sow division after the shooting.

Anti-Trump influencers flood the White House’s new TikTok account

The rocky rollout of the president’s official presence on the social platform showcases the challenges he faces among younger people online.
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Anti-Trump influencers flood the White House’s new TikTok account

The rocky rollout of the president’s official presence on the social platform showcases the challenges he faces among younger people online.

Democrat elected to fill seat of Minnesota lawmaker killed in June

Xp Lee won a special election Tuesday to succeed former state House speaker Melissa Hortman (D), who was shot dead, along with her husband, at their home.
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Democrat elected to fill seat of Minnesota lawmaker killed in June

Xp Lee won a special election Tuesday to succeed former state House speaker Melissa Hortman (D), who was shot dead, along with her husband, at their home.

Tim Walz launches bid for reelection as Minnesota governor amid 2028 speculation

The Democratic governor is far better known nationally after serving as his party’s 2024 vice-presidential candidate.
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Tim Walz launches bid for reelection as Minnesota governor amid 2028 speculation

The Democratic governor is far better known nationally after serving as his party’s 2024 vice-presidential candidate.

U.S. wins release of American who had been barred from leaving China

Beijing has allowed Mao Chenyue, a Wells Fargo employee from Atlanta, to return to the United States, people familiar with the matter said.
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U.S. wins release of American who had been barred from leaving China

Beijing has allowed Mao Chenyue, a Wells Fargo employee from Atlanta, to return to the United States, people familiar with the matter said.

House Republicans threaten to cancel anyone who disparages Charlie Kirk

Two Republicans introduced resolutions seeking to punish Rep. Ilhan Omar for commenting on Kirk’s death and resharing a social media post harshly criticizing him.
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House Republicans threaten to cancel anyone who disparages Charlie Kirk

Two Republicans introduced resolutions seeking to punish Rep. Ilhan Omar for commenting on Kirk’s death and resharing a social media post harshly criticizing him.

More employers fire workers over Kirk posts as pressure from right mounts

Actions by employers have stirred a debate over employees’ speech rights, the role of pressure campaigns and what is appropriate public debate after a violent event.
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More employers fire workers over Kirk posts as pressure from right mounts

Actions by employers have stirred a debate over employees’ speech rights, the role of pressure campaigns and what is appropriate public debate after a violent event.

Appeals court allows Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook to keep her job

The Trump administration had sought to remove Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board before a key meeting on setting interest rates.
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Appeals court allows Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook to keep her job

The Trump administration had sought to remove Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board before a key meeting on setting interest rates.

National park to remove photo of enslaved man’s scars

The Trump administration is ordering the removal of information on slavery at multiple national parks in an effort to scrub them of “corrosive ideology.”
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National park to remove photo of enslaved man’s scars

The Trump administration is ordering the removal of information on slavery at multiple national parks in an effort to scrub them of “corrosive ideology.”

U.S. forces kill 3 alleged drug smugglers from Venezuela, Trump says

The operation marks the second time this month that the U.S. military has unleashed deadly force on a vessel originating from Venezuela.
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U.S. forces kill 3 alleged drug smugglers from Venezuela, Trump says

The operation marks the second time this month that the U.S. military has unleashed deadly force on a vessel originating from Venezuela.

JD Vance vows retribution on liberal institutions after Charlie Kirk killing

Vice President JD Vance hosted Charlie Kirk’s podcast as he mourns his friend and potentially cements his position as the heir to the political movement built by Kirk, a powerful GOP force.
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JD Vance vows retribution on liberal institutions after Charlie Kirk killing

Vice President JD Vance hosted Charlie Kirk’s podcast as he mourns his friend and potentially cements his position as the heir to the political movement built by Kirk, a powerful GOP force.

Trump threatens to retake control of D.C. police over Bowser’s position on ICE

President Donald Trump increased tensions Monday with Democratic D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser, who has been relatively cooperative with his demands so far.
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Trump threatens to retake control of D.C. police over Bowser’s position on ICE

President Donald Trump increased tensions Monday with Democratic D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser, who has been relatively cooperative with his demands so far.

Trump starts construction on long-held dream: A White House ballroom

Crews have begun cutting down trees and removing shrubs to prepare the site for construction. Officials would not specify how many trees will be removed.
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Trump starts construction on long-held dream: A White House ballroom

Crews have begun cutting down trees and removing shrubs to prepare the site for construction. Officials would not specify how many trees will be removed.

Hochul, Van Hollen back Zohran Mamdani as senator slams ‘spineless’ Democrats

Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland says Democratic leaders need to line up behind Zohran Mamdani’s New York mayoral bid if the party wants to win elections.
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Hochul, Van Hollen back Zohran Mamdani as senator slams ‘spineless’ Democrats

Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland says Democratic leaders need to line up behind Zohran Mamdani’s New York mayoral bid if the party wants to win elections.

Van Hollen accuses Democrats who don’t back Mamdani of ‘spineless politics’

Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Maryland) accused Democrats who don’t back Zohran Mamdani to be New York mayor of “spineless politics.”
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Van Hollen accuses Democrats who don’t back Mamdani of ‘spineless politics’

Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Maryland) accused Democrats who don’t back Zohran Mamdani to be New York mayor of “spineless politics.”

Kirk shooting suspect had ‘leftist ideology’ but motive unclear, Utah official says

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said authorities are speaking with suspect Tyler Robinson’s family and romantic partner as they investigate Charlie Kirk’s killing. 
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Kirk shooting suspect had ‘leftist ideology’ but motive unclear, Utah official says

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said authorities are speaking with suspect Tyler Robinson’s family and romantic partner as they investigate Charlie Kirk’s killing. 

Kirk shooting suspect had ‘leftist ideology’ but motive unclear, Utah gov. says

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said authorities are speaking with suspect Tyler Robinson’s family and romantic partner as they investigate Charlie Kirk’s killing. 
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Kirk shooting suspect had ‘leftist ideology’ but motive unclear, Utah gov. says

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said authorities are speaking with suspect Tyler Robinson’s family and romantic partner as they investigate Charlie Kirk’s killing. 

Republican Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas will not seek reelection

The longtime lawmaker, who has at times disagreed with Trump on foreign policy, has been a supporter of Ukraine in its war against Russia. 
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Republican Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas will not seek reelection

The longtime lawmaker, who has at times disagreed with Trump on foreign policy, has been a supporter of Ukraine in its war against Russia. 

Trump’s unpredictable Guard deployments send big-city mayors scrambling

Democratic mayors are laboring to stay prepared and unified as Trump weighs federal incursions that could upend their communities and political careers.
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Trump’s unpredictable Guard deployments send big-city mayors scrambling

Democratic mayors are laboring to stay prepared and unified as Trump weighs federal incursions that could upend their communities and political careers.

Charlie Kirk’s murder and its aftermath are symptoms of a fragile democracy

Rising politically motivated violence is an ‘attack on the American experiment,’ cautions Utah Gov. Spencer Cox.
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Charlie Kirk’s murder and its aftermath are symptoms of a fragile democracy

Rising politically motivated violence is an ‘attack on the American experiment,’ cautions Utah Gov. Spencer Cox.

Workers are getting fired, placed on leave over Charlie Kirk posts

Reactions to the conservative activist’s killing have become a litmus test for employers’ tolerance for political speech by employees, in public and private.
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Workers are getting fired, placed on leave over Charlie Kirk posts

Reactions to the conservative activist’s killing have become a litmus test for employers’ tolerance for political speech by employees, in public and private.

Trump has been missing from campaign to sell ‘big’ bill to voters

Republicans acknowledge that voters don’t know what’s in their massive legislation, but the president has done little to help educate them and sell the bill.
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Trump has been missing from campaign to sell ‘big’ bill to voters

Republicans acknowledge that voters don’t know what’s in their massive legislation, but the president has done little to help educate them and sell the bill.