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Ukraine wakes to possible pause in Russian energy strikes after Trump call

Trump asked Putin to hold off hitting Ukraine’s power facilities. Zelensky said if Russia followed through, he would pause strikes on Russia’s energy industry.
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Ukraine wakes to possible pause in Russian energy strikes after Trump call

Trump asked Putin to hold off hitting Ukraine’s power facilities. Zelensky said if Russia followed through, he would pause strikes on Russia’s energy industry.

Trump sues IRS and Treasury for $10 billion over leaked tax records

The case means Trump has again filed a claim for a large amount of money against the government he oversees, putting him on both sides of the potential negotiating table.
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Trump sues IRS and Treasury for $10 billion over leaked tax records

The case means Trump has again filed a claim for a large amount of money against the government he oversees, putting him on both sides of the potential negotiating table.

Federal and local authorities charge man accused of attack on Rep. Omar

The Hennepin County attorney said felony charges were filed after a federal misdemeanor charge was brought to avoid the chance the suspect could receive a presidential pardon if convicted.
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Federal and local authorities charge man accused of attack on Rep. Omar

The Hennepin County attorney said felony charges were filed after a federal misdemeanor charge was brought to avoid the chance the suspect could receive a presidential pardon if convicted.

Democrats and Trump strike government funding deal as shutdown looms

President Donald Trump and Senate Democrats say they’ve agreed to separate DHS funding from a larger spending package after the killing of Alex Pretti.
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Democrats and Trump strike government funding deal as shutdown looms

President Donald Trump and Senate Democrats say they’ve agreed to separate DHS funding from a larger spending package after the killing of Alex Pretti.

Justice Dept. brings federal charge against man accused of attack on Rep. Omar

He faces a count alleging that he “forcibly assaulted, opposed, impeded, intimidated, and interfered with ... an officer and employee of the United States” as Omar was performing her official duties as a member of Congress.
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Justice Dept. brings federal charge against man accused of attack on Rep. Omar

He faces a count alleging that he “forcibly assaulted, opposed, impeded, intimidated, and interfered with ... an officer and employee of the United States” as Omar was performing her official duties as a member of Congress.

Handling of Pretti investigation has some prosecutors on verge of quitting

Federal prosecutors in Minneapolis, deeply frustrated by the response to the shootings of Renée Good and Alex Pretti, have suggested they could resign en masse.
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Handling of Pretti investigation has some prosecutors on verge of quitting

Federal prosecutors in Minneapolis, deeply frustrated by the response to the shootings of Renée Good and Alex Pretti, have suggested they could resign en masse.

Funding vote fails in Senate ahead of potential government shutdown

Most of the federal government is expected to shut down beginning Saturday as Republicans and Democrats scramble to strike a deal on DHS funding.
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Funding vote fails in Senate ahead of potential government shutdown

Most of the federal government is expected to shut down beginning Saturday as Republicans and Democrats scramble to strike a deal on DHS funding.

Friction emerges between Trump, Venezuelan opposition over Machado’s return

The administration may prefer reliability over democracy in Caracas, worrying advocates for opposition leader María Corina Machado.
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Friction emerges between Trump, Venezuelan opposition over Machado’s return

The administration may prefer reliability over democracy in Caracas, worrying advocates for opposition leader María Corina Machado.

Handling of Pretti probe prompts prosecutors to consider resignations

Federal prosecutors in Minneapolis, deeply frustrated by the response to the shootings of Renée Good and Alex Pretti, have suggested they could resign en masse.
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Handling of Pretti probe prompts prosecutors to consider resignations

Federal prosecutors in Minneapolis, deeply frustrated by the response to the shootings of Renée Good and Alex Pretti, have suggested they could resign en masse.

Trump faces fresh MAGA blowback for efforts to ‘de-escalate’ in Minnesota

The president’s response to widespread public dismay over the shooting death of another Minnesotan has put him in a bind with his own base.
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Trump faces fresh MAGA blowback for efforts to ‘de-escalate’ in Minnesota

The president’s response to widespread public dismay over the shooting death of another Minnesotan has put him in a bind with his own base.

Friction emerges between Trump and Venezuelan opposition over Machado’s return

The administration may prefer reliability over democracy in Caracas, worrying advocates for opposition leader María Corina Machado.
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Friction emerges between Trump and Venezuelan opposition over Machado’s return

The administration may prefer reliability over democracy in Caracas, worrying advocates for opposition leader María Corina Machado.

Sen. Klobuchar announces bid for Minnesota governor, seeks ‘common ground’

Klobuchar is likely to jump into a race that was upended after Gov. Tim Walz (D) made a surprise announcement this month that he would drop his reelection bid.
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Sen. Klobuchar announces bid for Minnesota governor, seeks ‘common ground’

Klobuchar is likely to jump into a race that was upended after Gov. Tim Walz (D) made a surprise announcement this month that he would drop his reelection bid.

Judge slams ICE while backing off contempt threat for agency’s director

A federal judge cited a list of 96 orders he said Immigration and Customs Enforcement had ignored in more than 70 cases since the agency launched its immigration crackdown in Minnesota.
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Judge slams ICE while backing off contempt threat for agency’s director

A federal judge cited a list of 96 orders he said Immigration and Customs Enforcement had ignored in more than 70 cases since the agency launched its immigration crackdown in Minnesota.

VA leaders have barely acknowledged Alex Pretti’s death, workers say

Employees at the Minneapolis VA hospital were initially told they could not hold a memorial for Pretti, though that decision was later reversed.
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VA leaders have barely acknowledged Alex Pretti’s death, workers say

Employees at the Minneapolis VA hospital were initially told they could not hold a memorial for Pretti, though that decision was later reversed.

Trump’s Venezuela plan does not foresee more military force, Rubio says

Secretary of State Marco Rubio would not rule out another U.S. attack in Venezuela, but he told lawmakers the Trump administration does not intend to order one.
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Trump’s Venezuela plan does not foresee more military force, Rubio says

Secretary of State Marco Rubio would not rule out another U.S. attack in Venezuela, but he told lawmakers the Trump administration does not intend to order one.

Government moves to sell Old Post Office, once home to Trump hotel

The building’s tower, offering sweeping city views, is closed to the public as the effort to shrink the federal footprint in D.C. is underway.
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Government moves to sell Old Post Office, once home to Trump hotel

The building’s tower, offering sweeping city views, is closed to the public as the effort to shrink the federal footprint in D.C. is underway.

FBI executes search warrant seeking ballots from Fulton County’s 2020 election

The FBI executed a search warrant in Fulton County, Georgia, for 2020 election ballots, as President Donald Trump seeks to find already debunked voter fraud.
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FBI executes search warrant seeking ballots from Fulton County’s 2020 election

The FBI executed a search warrant in Fulton County, Georgia, for 2020 election ballots, as President Donald Trump seeks to find already debunked voter fraud.

Democrats demand new ICE restrictions as government shutdown looms

After federal agents shot and killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Senate Democrats say they’ll block a massive government funding package without policy changes.
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Democrats demand new ICE restrictions as government shutdown looms

After federal agents shot and killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Senate Democrats say they’ll block a massive government funding package without policy changes.

Timeline: How the Trump administration lost the narrative in Minnesota

Visual evidence has repeatedly contradicted the administration’s efforts to vilify Alex Pretti and frame the perception of his killing during an immigration raid.
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Timeline: How the Trump administration lost the narrative in Minnesota

Visual evidence has repeatedly contradicted the administration’s efforts to vilify Alex Pretti and frame the perception of his killing during an immigration raid.

Rep. Ilhan Omar attacked during town hall meeting in Minneapolis

In a live stream of the event, a man walks up and sprays what appears to be liquid at Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minnesota) before he is taken away by security.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar attacked during town hall meeting in Minneapolis

In a live stream of the event, a man walks up and sprays what appears to be liquid at Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minnesota) before he is taken away by security.

Judge rules Virginia Democrats violated law with redistricting amendment

The process Virginia Democrats used in an effort to create more blue-leaning congressional seats was invalid, a judge said. Democrats vowed to appeal.
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Judge rules Virginia Democrats violated law with redistricting amendment

The process Virginia Democrats used in an effort to create more blue-leaning congressional seats was invalid, a judge said. Democrats vowed to appeal.

Jeffries says House Democrats will push to impeach Noem if she’s not fired

Unlike a typical congressional impeachment inquiry, Democrats plan to conduct their investigation without Republicans.
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Jeffries says House Democrats will push to impeach Noem if she’s not fired

Unlike a typical congressional impeachment inquiry, Democrats plan to conduct their investigation without Republicans.

Alexander brothers raped victims lured with trips, party invites, prosecutors say

Opening statements began in the New York trial of three Alexander brothers accused of sexually assaulting and trafficking women.
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Alexander brothers raped victims lured with trips, party invites, prosecutors say

Opening statements began in the New York trial of three Alexander brothers accused of sexually assaulting and trafficking women.

GOP backlash on Minnesota signals a tougher landscape for Trump

Republican lawmakers, who were highly supportive of the Trump administration in its first year, are taking issue with its handling of the Minneapolis crackdown.
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GOP backlash on Minnesota signals a tougher landscape for Trump

Republican lawmakers, who were highly supportive of the Trump administration in its first year, are taking issue with its handling of the Minneapolis crackdown.

U.S. judge orders ICE chief to appear in court, threatens contempt ruling

Minnesota’s chief federal judge demands that the head of ICE personally appear in court Friday to explain repeated failures to comply with court orders.
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U.S. judge orders ICE chief to appear in court, threatens contempt ruling

Minnesota’s chief federal judge demands that the head of ICE personally appear in court Friday to explain repeated failures to comply with court orders.

In 16 shooting incidents since July, no DHS officers have faced charges

The Trump administration’s rush to defend the officers and accuse the victims of attacking them has sparked widespread outrage and demands for accountability.
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In 16 shooting incidents since July, no DHS officers have faced charges

The Trump administration’s rush to defend the officers and accuse the victims of attacking them has sparked widespread outrage and demands for accountability.

Impeachment witness Alex Vindman runs for U.S. Senate in Florida

The retired Army officer who testified during Trump’s first impeachment is jumping into electoral politics as a Democrat in a state Republicans have recently dominated.
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Impeachment witness Alex Vindman runs for U.S. Senate in Florida

The retired Army officer who testified during Trump’s first impeachment is jumping into electoral politics as a Democrat in a state Republicans have recently dominated.

Trump administration uses ICE to pressure blue states

How the Trump administration is pressuring states to capitulate on several fronts — including voting issues and “sanctuary city” policies — and using officers and agents in the streets as leverage.
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Trump administration uses ICE to pressure blue states

How the Trump administration is pressuring states to capitulate on several fronts — including voting issues and “sanctuary city” policies — and using officers and agents in the streets as leverage.

Trump threatens to raise tariffs on South Korea to 25%

President Trump said he would raise import levies for American buyers of South Korean cars, lumber, pharmaceuticals and other items, despite a deal reached in July.
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Trump threatens to raise tariffs on South Korea to 25%

President Trump said he would raise import levies for American buyers of South Korean cars, lumber, pharmaceuticals and other items, despite a deal reached in July.

Trump softens tone on Minneapolis violence amid calls for accountability

The White House changed leadership in Minnesota and softened tone on dead protesters as polls show Americans turning against ICE.
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Trump softens tone on Minneapolis violence amid calls for accountability

The White House changed leadership in Minnesota and softened tone on dead protesters as polls show Americans turning against ICE.

Body-camera footage of shooting being preserved, U.S. officials say

A Trump administration lawyer assured a federal judge that investigators have preserved body-camera footage and other evidence from the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti.
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Body-camera footage of shooting being preserved, U.S. officials say

A Trump administration lawyer assured a federal judge that investigators have preserved body-camera footage and other evidence from the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti.

House Democrats to investigate Kristi Noem with eye on impeachment push

Unlike a typical congressional impeachment inquiry, Democrats plan to conduct their investigation without Republicans.
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House Democrats to investigate Kristi Noem with eye on impeachment push

Unlike a typical congressional impeachment inquiry, Democrats plan to conduct their investigation without Republicans.

Republican drops bid for governor, citing GOP’s ‘retribution’ on Minnesota

Chris Madel said in a video posted to social media that ICE operations in his state have been an “unmitigated disaster” and that he “cannot support the national Republicans’ stated retribution on the citizens of our state, nor can I count myself a mem
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Republican drops bid for governor, citing GOP’s ‘retribution’ on Minnesota

Chris Madel said in a video posted to social media that ICE operations in his state have been an “unmitigated disaster” and that he “cannot support the national Republicans’ stated retribution on the citizens of our state, nor can I count myself a member of a party that would do so.”

Trump tries — again — to deliver a winning message on affordability

The push comes after weeks of freewheeling speeches and international controversy that reflected Trump’s tendency to derail his own message.
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Trump tries — again — to deliver a winning message on affordability

The push comes after weeks of freewheeling speeches and international controversy that reflected Trump’s tendency to derail his own message.