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Democrats’ defiance on shutdown shows a new, tougher approach to Trump

After eight months of getting battered by Republicans, the party has largely abandoned efforts at conciliation or outreach.
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Democrats’ defiance on shutdown shows a new, tougher approach to Trump

After eight months of getting battered by Republicans, the party has largely abandoned efforts at conciliation or outreach.

Many American Jews sharply critical of Israel on Gaza, Post poll finds

Most Jews say Israel is committing war crimes — and 39 percent say genocide — while often distinguishing between the country and its leadership.
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Many American Jews sharply critical of Israel on Gaza, Post poll finds

Most Jews say Israel is committing war crimes — and 39 percent say genocide — while often distinguishing between the country and its leadership.

Trump sees shutdown as tool to shrink government, target foes

The president’s failure to achieve funding for his border wall in 2018 shutdown informed his less compromising strategy this time.
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Trump sees shutdown as tool to shrink government, target foes

The president’s failure to achieve funding for his border wall in 2018 shutdown informed his less compromising strategy this time.

Supreme Court will hear challenge to Hawaii gun restrictions

The court’s new term, which begins Monday, is expected to delve into issues including President Donald Trump’s actions in office, transgender rights and elections.
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Supreme Court will hear challenge to Hawaii gun restrictions

The court’s new term, which begins Monday, is expected to delve into issues including President Donald Trump’s actions in office, transgender rights and elections.

Treasury Department proposes Trump coin to mark 250th anniversary of U.S.

According to draft images confirmed by U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach, both sides of the coin could feature images of President Donald Trump, but the law states that only deceased people can appear on U.S. currency.
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Treasury Department proposes Trump coin to mark 250th anniversary of U.S.

According to draft images confirmed by U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach, both sides of the coin could feature images of President Donald Trump, but the law states that only deceased people can appear on U.S. currency.

Supreme Court will let Trump end protected status for Venezuelans for now

A federal judge had ruled on Sept. 5 that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem broke the law by revoking the temporary protected status of Venezuelan and Haitian immigrants.
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Supreme Court will let Trump end protected status for Venezuelans for now

A federal judge had ruled on Sept. 5 that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem broke the law by revoking the temporary protected status of Venezuelan and Haitian immigrants.

Ex-Rep. Cori Bush, ‘Squad’ member defeated in 2024, launches comeback bid

Bush lost reelection to prosecutor Wesley Bell in a closely watched Democratic primary last year shaped by massive spending by pro-Israel groups.
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Ex-Rep. Cori Bush, ‘Squad’ member defeated in 2024, launches comeback bid

Bush lost reelection to prosecutor Wesley Bell in a closely watched Democratic primary last year shaped by massive spending by pro-Israel groups.

Senior government officials privately warn against firings during shutdown

The Trump administration has said mass firings are coming, but officials have quietly warned several agencies that the move could violate appropriations law.
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Senior government officials privately warn against firings during shutdown

The Trump administration has said mass firings are coming, but officials have quietly warned several agencies that the move could violate appropriations law.

Jane Fonda relaunches McCarthy-era committee to defend free speech

The actor said the Committee for the First Amendment — first backed by her father in 1947 — would fight the Trump administration’s attempts to silence critics.
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Jane Fonda relaunches McCarthy-era committee to defend free speech

The actor said the Committee for the First Amendment — first backed by her father in 1947 — would fight the Trump administration’s attempts to silence critics.

Why Trump’s 2020 election loss lives on in the Georgia governor’s race

Warring factions at odds over his failed effort to overturn the outcome are renewing their rivalries in a major midterm contest.
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Why Trump’s 2020 election loss lives on in the Georgia governor’s race

Warring factions at odds over his failed effort to overturn the outcome are renewing their rivalries in a major midterm contest.

Congressional Democrats embrace government shutdown, a risky move

House Democrats gave Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries a standing ovation in a caucus meeting Monday evening, praising his feisty posture toward Donald Trump.
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Congressional Democrats embrace government shutdown, a risky move

House Democrats gave Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries a standing ovation in a caucus meeting Monday evening, praising his feisty posture toward Donald Trump.

The health care debate behind the government shutdown

At 12:01 on Wednesday morning, the United States federal government shut down. We explain why a debate over health care policy was central to Democrats and Republicans’ inability to make a deal to extend funding for federal agencies.
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The health care debate behind the government shutdown

At 12:01 on Wednesday morning, the United States federal government shut down. We explain why a debate over health care policy was central to Democrats and Republicans’ inability to make a deal to extend funding for federal agencies.

Health care is key for Democrats in shutdown fight. Here’s what to know.

Democrats were seeking to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies. Republicans falsely claimed Democrats wanted to give undocumented immigrants full health benefits.
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Health care is key for Democrats in shutdown fight. Here’s what to know.

Democrats were seeking to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies. Republicans falsely claimed Democrats wanted to give undocumented immigrants full health benefits.

Supreme Court allows Lisa Cook to remain on Fed board for now

The Supreme Court ruling means Cook can remain on the Fed board at least until January, when the court will hear the case. Trump has pushed to remove her.
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Supreme Court allows Lisa Cook to remain on Fed board for now

The Supreme Court ruling means Cook can remain on the Fed board at least until January, when the court will hear the case. Trump has pushed to remove her.

Trump administration seeks to exert control over government shutdown

Officials canceled projects in Democratic states, posted partisan messages on government websites and warned that federal layoffs will begin soon.
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Trump administration seeks to exert control over government shutdown

Officials canceled projects in Democratic states, posted partisan messages on government websites and warned that federal layoffs will begin soon.

Vance downplays Trump post of Jeffries in sombrero: ‘I think it’s funny’

Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday characterized Trump’s AI-generated post of Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) as “funny,” pushing back on criticism of the video.
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Vance downplays Trump post of Jeffries in sombrero: ‘I think it’s funny’

Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday characterized Trump’s AI-generated post of Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) as “funny,” pushing back on criticism of the video.

Madison Cawthorn, ousted from House in 2022, tries comeback in Florida

The Republican will run for Florida’s 19th Congressional District, where a seat is open because Rep. Byron Donalds (R) is seeking the state’s governorship.
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Madison Cawthorn, ousted from House in 2022, tries comeback in Florida

The Republican will run for Florida’s 19th Congressional District, where a seat is open because Rep. Byron Donalds (R) is seeking the state’s governorship.

Pope Leo speaks out on Pentagon, abortion, treatment of migrants in U.S.

Pope Leo, asked about the gathering of military leaders in Virginia and a debate roiling Chicago’s diocese, gave his strongest comments on Trump administration policies.
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Pope Leo speaks out on Pentagon, abortion, treatment of migrants in U.S.

Pope Leo, asked about the gathering of military leaders in Virginia and a debate roiling Chicago’s diocese, gave his strongest comments on Trump administration policies.

Maryland speeders to pay more, D.C. changes health care under new laws

News laws that take effect Oct. 1 include a tiered speeding ticket system in Maryland and a pay increase for police officers in Washington, D.C.
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Maryland speeders to pay more, D.C. changes health care under new laws

News laws that take effect Oct. 1 include a tiered speeding ticket system in Maryland and a pay increase for police officers in Washington, D.C.

Congressional Democrats embrace shutdown despite political perils

House Democrats gave Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries a standing ovation in a caucus meeting Monday evening, praising his feisty posture toward Donald Trump.
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Congressional Democrats embrace shutdown despite political perils

House Democrats gave Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries a standing ovation in a caucus meeting Monday evening, praising his feisty posture toward Donald Trump.

Journalists shoved by federal agents outside New York immigration court

Video of the incident shows masked agents pushing two journalists to the ground, the latest confrontation between immigration officials and those documenting their actions.
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Journalists shoved by federal agents outside New York immigration court

Video of the incident shows masked agents pushing two journalists to the ground, the latest confrontation between immigration officials and those documenting their actions.

Trump announces deal with Pfizer to lower drug prices, new ‘TrumpRx’ website

The White House has been pursuing efforts to lower U.S. drug costs by linking them to the cheaper prices paid abroad.
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Trump announces deal with Pfizer to lower drug prices, new ‘TrumpRx’ website

The White House has been pursuing efforts to lower U.S. drug costs by linking them to the cheaper prices paid abroad.

Hegseth wants to return the military to 1990 — a dark time in its history

The early 1990s saw the U.S. Navy rocked by the Tailhook sexual assault scandal, exposing an underside of military culture.
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Hegseth wants to return the military to 1990 — a dark time in its history

The early 1990s saw the U.S. Navy rocked by the Tailhook sexual assault scandal, exposing an underside of military culture.

Trump, Hegseth lecture military leaders in rare, politically charged summit

The unusual, hastily organized event became a forum for the president and his defense secretary to tout their partisan agenda.
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Trump, Hegseth lecture military leaders in rare, politically charged summit

The unusual, hastily organized event became a forum for the president and his defense secretary to tout their partisan agenda.

Why Bad Bunny’s selection as the Super Bowl halftime headliner is sparking MAGA fury

The Puerto Rican recording artist opposed Trump in 2024 and is avoiding U.S. mainland tour dates to avoid exposing his fans to ICE raids.
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Why Bad Bunny’s selection as the Super Bowl halftime headliner is sparking MAGA fury

The Puerto Rican recording artist opposed Trump in 2024 and is avoiding U.S. mainland tour dates to avoid exposing his fans to ICE raids.

Battleground lawmaker’s bid for Arizona governor could affect control of Congress next year

The decision by David Schweikert creates a vacancy in one of the most competitive House districts in the country.
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Battleground lawmaker’s bid for Arizona governor could affect control of Congress next year

The decision by David Schweikert creates a vacancy in one of the most competitive House districts in the country.

Trump announces drug-pricing deal with Pfizer, new ‘TrumpRx’ website

The White House has been pursuing efforts to lower U.S. drug costs by linking them to the cheaper prices paid abroad.
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Trump announces drug-pricing deal with Pfizer, new ‘TrumpRx’ website

The White House has been pursuing efforts to lower U.S. drug costs by linking them to the cheaper prices paid abroad.