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Trump says he has ordered closure of Venezuelan airspace

President Donald Trump said Saturday that Venezuelan airspace was closed in its entirety, amid growing U.S. threats to attack the South American nation.
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Trump says he has ordered closure of Venezuelan airspace

President Donald Trump said Saturday that Venezuelan airspace was closed in its entirety, amid growing U.S. threats to attack the South American nation.

Senate committee vows ‘vigorous oversight’ in killing of boat strike survivors

The Republican-led committee’s pledge came after The Post reported that the defense secretary ordered that a U.S. strike on an alleged narcotics boat leave no survivors.
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Senate committee vows ‘vigorous oversight’ in killing of boat strike survivors

The Republican-led committee’s pledge came after The Post reported that the defense secretary ordered that a U.S. strike on an alleged narcotics boat leave no survivors.

He reunited families separated under Trump. Now he’s running for Congress.

Jonathan White, a longtime civil servant who fought Trump officials’ efforts to separate migrant families, says Democrats must do more to combat the president.
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He reunited families separated under Trump. Now he’s running for Congress.

Jonathan White, a longtime civil servant who fought Trump officials’ efforts to separate migrant families, says Democrats must do more to combat the president.

U.S. halts all asylum decisions, pauses visas for Afghan nationals

The decisions come a day after President Donald Trump vowed to “permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries,” among other threats.
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U.S. halts all asylum decisions, pauses visas for Afghan nationals

The decisions come a day after President Donald Trump vowed to “permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries,” among other threats.

Suspected National Guard attacker will face murder charge, prosecutor says

The death of one of the two National Guard members shot in downtown D.C. spurred the upgraded charge agains the suspect as the act of violence sparked a nationwide investigation.
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Suspected National Guard attacker will face murder charge, prosecutor says

The death of one of the two National Guard members shot in downtown D.C. spurred the upgraded charge agains the suspect as the act of violence sparked a nationwide investigation.

D.C. police to begin patrolling with National Guard after fatal attack

If enacted on a long-term basis, the change would significantly shift the way National Guard troops have worked with law enforcement in the District since their arrival.
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D.C. police to begin patrolling with National Guard after fatal attack

If enacted on a long-term basis, the change would significantly shift the way National Guard troops have worked with law enforcement in the District since their arrival.

Charges against suspect upgraded as Trump vows immigration policy changes

The National Guard shooting suspect now faces a charge of murder in the first degree, following the death of Spec. Sarah Beckstrom.
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Charges against suspect upgraded as Trump vows immigration policy changes

The National Guard shooting suspect now faces a charge of murder in the first degree, following the death of Spec. Sarah Beckstrom.

Retired judges warn that the rule of law is unraveling

In interviews, former state and federal judges describe the consequences when the rule of law begins to falter, warning that democracy’s guardrails may already be weakened.
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Retired judges warn that the rule of law is unraveling

In interviews, former state and federal judges describe the consequences when the rule of law begins to falter, warning that democracy’s guardrails may already be weakened.

New Mar-a-Lago no-fly zone means endless plane noise for neighbors

Flight rules altered in October by the Secret Service route planes over the Palm Beach homes of millionaires and billionaires, even when President Donald Trump is not there.
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New Mar-a-Lago no-fly zone means endless plane noise for neighbors

Flight rules altered in October by the Secret Service route planes over the Palm Beach homes of millionaires and billionaires, even when President Donald Trump is not there.

Trump vows immigration policy changes after guard member dies of injuries

The president said he would halt migration “from all Third World Countries” in social media posts following the death of National Guard member Spec. Sarah Beckstrom.
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Trump vows immigration policy changes after guard member dies of injuries

The president said he would halt migration “from all Third World Countries” in social media posts following the death of National Guard member Spec. Sarah Beckstrom.

Guard member dies of injuries; Trump threatens immigration policy changes

Spec. Sarah Beckstrom, 20, was an “incredible person,” Trump said. He later said he would halt migration “from all Third World Countries,” among other threats.
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Guard member dies of injuries; Trump threatens immigration policy changes

Spec. Sarah Beckstrom, 20, was an “incredible person,” Trump said. He later said he would halt migration “from all Third World Countries,” among other threats.

Trump’s flexible diplomacy drives new Ukraine peace push — and fresh turmoil

The president’s improvisatory approach is unsettling Kyiv and its allies. Backers say Trump’s style might win results where others have failed.
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Trump’s flexible diplomacy drives new Ukraine peace push — and fresh turmoil

The president’s improvisatory approach is unsettling Kyiv and its allies. Backers say Trump’s style might win results where others have failed.

A top House Democrat pushes to oppose Ghislaine Maxwell pardon

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland) introduced a symbolic measure to put House members on the record opposing a pardon for Jeffrey Epstein’s accomplice.
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A top House Democrat pushes to oppose Ghislaine Maxwell pardon

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Maryland) introduced a symbolic measure to put House members on the record opposing a pardon for Jeffrey Epstein’s accomplice.

USDA’s SNAP guidance unlawfully cuts legal immigrant groups, lawsuit says

A suit filed by 22 Democratic attorneys general says the One Big Beautiful Bill does not support the directive in a memo sent to states last month.
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USDA’s SNAP guidance unlawfully cuts legal immigrant groups, lawsuit says

A suit filed by 22 Democratic attorneys general says the One Big Beautiful Bill does not support the directive in a memo sent to states last month.

After Trump pressure, Indiana lawmakers shift to convene on redistricting

State House Republicans say they will gavel in on Dec. 1, while the Republican-led state Senate will gather on Dec. 8. The state Senate leader had previously said that wouldn’t happen.
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After Trump pressure, Indiana lawmakers shift to convene on redistricting

State House Republicans say they will gavel in on Dec. 1, while the Republican-led state Senate will gather on Dec. 8. The state Senate leader had previously said that wouldn’t happen.

Michelle Obama on East Wing demolition: ‘I felt a loss for us as a nation’

The former first lady said her feelings stemmed from the country and its shared traditions, not a personal attachment to the building Trump knocked down.
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Michelle Obama on East Wing demolition: ‘I felt a loss for us as a nation’

The former first lady said her feelings stemmed from the country and its shared traditions, not a personal attachment to the building Trump knocked down.

What comes next in the James Comey and Letitia James cases?

A judge’s ruling throwing out the cases against James Comey and Letitia James left several unanswered questions. Most significantly: What happens next?
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What comes next in the James Comey and Letitia James cases?

A judge’s ruling throwing out the cases against James Comey and Letitia James left several unanswered questions. Most significantly: What happens next?

FBI seeks interviews with Democrats whom Trump called ‘traitors’

The Trump administration has aggressively sought to punish lawmakers who encouraged service members to disobey unlawful orders.
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FBI seeks interviews with Democrats whom Trump called ‘traitors’

The Trump administration has aggressively sought to punish lawmakers who encouraged service members to disobey unlawful orders.

Sen. Jim Justice, wife to pay $5 million in back taxes to settle IRS suit

The senator from West Virginia and his wife struck the agreement hours after the Justice Department filed a lawsuit. The IRS said the unpaid taxes dated to 2009.
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Sen. Jim Justice, wife to pay $5 million in back taxes to settle IRS suit

The senator from West Virginia and his wife struck the agreement hours after the Justice Department filed a lawsuit. The IRS said the unpaid taxes dated to 2009.

After a week of censures, some in Congress are having second thoughts

Censures were historically rare rebukes against lawmakers. But members of the House are increasingly using them in ways their peers say are political.
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After a week of censures, some in Congress are having second thoughts

Censures were historically rare rebukes against lawmakers. But members of the House are increasingly using them in ways their peers say are political.

As judges face more threats, only the Supreme Court got new security funds

Judiciary officials had asked lawmakers for an additional $142 million for security for lower federal courts, a 19 percent increase.
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As judges face more threats, only the Supreme Court got new security funds

Judiciary officials had asked lawmakers for an additional $142 million for security for lower federal courts, a 19 percent increase.

Trump designates chapters of Muslim Brotherhood ‘foreign terrorist organizations’

The White House said the designation will help combat the group’s transnational network, which it said fuels terrorism and destabilization campaigns against U.S. interests and allies in the Middle East.
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Trump designates chapters of Muslim Brotherhood ‘foreign terrorist organizations’

The White House said the designation will help combat the group’s transnational network, which it said fuels terrorism and destabilization campaigns against U.S. interests and allies in the Middle East.

Supreme Court tells state to reconsider screening child victim from defendant

The placement of a screen to shield a child-abuse victim in court might violate the constitutional right of a defendant to face their accuser, high court says.
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Supreme Court tells state to reconsider screening child victim from defendant

The placement of a screen to shield a child-abuse victim in court might violate the constitutional right of a defendant to face their accuser, high court says.

Judge tosses cases against Comey and James, rules prosecutor appointment unlawful

The decision disqualifying Lindsey Halligan as interim U.S. attorney sets back President Donald Trump’s efforts to use the Justice Department to target perceived rivals.
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Judge tosses cases against Comey and James, rules prosecutor appointment unlawful

The decision disqualifying Lindsey Halligan as interim U.S. attorney sets back President Donald Trump’s efforts to use the Justice Department to target perceived rivals.

Amid MAGA fight over AI, Trump allies urge focus on workers

A conservative initiative highlights GOP divisions over tech regulation, with some advocating for deregulation and others prioritizing worker protection.
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Amid MAGA fight over AI, Trump allies urge focus on workers

A conservative initiative highlights GOP divisions over tech regulation, with some advocating for deregulation and others prioritizing worker protection.

How Democrats are building their own digital media army

The 2024 election spurred Democrats to seek out podcasts and social media creators to spread their message and catch up with their Republican counterparts.
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How Democrats are building their own digital media army

The 2024 election spurred Democrats to seek out podcasts and social media creators to spread their message and catch up with their Republican counterparts.

Is the past week a turning point for Trump’s second term?

The stirrings of possible rebellion in the president’s party have come as Trump has struggled with low poll numbers and perceptions that he isn’t doing enough to address affordability.
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Is the past week a turning point for Trump’s second term?

The stirrings of possible rebellion in the president’s party have come as Trump has struggled with low poll numbers and perceptions that he isn’t doing enough to address affordability.

A Hiroshima survivor reflects as Trump considers unleashing a new nuclear age

Koko Kondo was 8 months old when the U.S. dropped an atomic bomb on her city. Her lifelong journey to forgive but never forget just got more complicated.
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A Hiroshima survivor reflects as Trump considers unleashing a new nuclear age

Koko Kondo was 8 months old when the U.S. dropped an atomic bomb on her city. Her lifelong journey to forgive but never forget just got more complicated.

The case of a felon who paid lobbyists nearly $1 million to seek a Trump pardon

Nursing home magnate Joseph Schwartz was sentenced in April to three years for defrauding the government of $38 million. Seven months later, Trump pardoned him, but the White House denies a lobbying tie.
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The case of a felon who paid lobbyists nearly $1 million to seek a Trump pardon

Nursing home magnate Joseph Schwartz was sentenced in April to three years for defrauding the government of $38 million. Seven months later, Trump pardoned him, but the White House denies a lobbying tie.

JFK’s granddaughter, Tatiana Schlossberg, reveals terminal cancer diagnosis

In an essay published in the New Yorker, she details the latest chapter in the Kennedy family’s history of tragic loss.
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JFK’s granddaughter, Tatiana Schlossberg, reveals terminal cancer diagnosis

In an essay published in the New Yorker, she details the latest chapter in the Kennedy family’s history of tragic loss.

Pentagon urges inquiry of Trump foe Vindman over Ukraine work

The Pentagon is urging the House to investigate whether Rep. Eugene Vindman (D-Virginia) improperly consulted on behalf of Ukraine — a claim he denies.
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Pentagon urges inquiry of Trump foe Vindman over Ukraine work

The Pentagon is urging the House to investigate whether Rep. Eugene Vindman (D-Virginia) improperly consulted on behalf of Ukraine — a claim he denies.