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Senate dismisses both impeachment charges against Homeland Security's Alejandro Mayorkas - UPI.com
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Quick Glance: Senate's Decision on Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas
- The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.
- With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.
- Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.
- Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.
McConnell: TikTok threatens security ‘on US soil’: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Monday endorsed an effort to require the Chinese company ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4582055-mcconnell-tiktok-threatens-security-on-us-soil/
Senate GOP urges Johnson to stand up to ‘chaos caucus’: Senate Republicans are urging Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to stand up to the “chaos caucus” in the House ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4581813-senate-gop-urges-johnson-to-stand-up-to-chaos-caucus/
McConnell pushes back on Trump claim Israel is ‘losing the PR war’: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Tuesday pushed back against former ...
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Coach Cal may be staying on, but fans still have a lot to say | Opinion: Letters to the Editor: Calipari has never fully grasped that Kentucky fans don’t really ...
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McConnell-Trump relationship icy as ever: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) may have endorsed former President Trump in his bid for the White House ...
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"I think he takes it personal when he sees white boys guarding him. That's just another thing I see from him too. He wants to be THE white boy ... Show more @DustinDopirak
Coach Cal may be staying on, but fans still have a lot to say | Opinion: Letters to the Editor: Calipari has never fully grasped that Kentucky fans don’t really ...
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‘He gave me a chance’: Alabama GOP senator praises Mitch McConnell for mentorship
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GOP senators eye mysterious options for leader: Donald Trump will be a major factor.
axios.com/2024/04/02/mitch-mcconnell-replacement-republican-senate-leader
Epidemic of Bozo Behavior Strikes Republican Senate Candidates Who Were Supposed to Be Boring
slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/04/tim-sheehy-eric-hovde-gop-senate-candidates-embarrassing.html
Ryan Corbett: Mitch McConnell, Charles Schumer introduce resolution calling for release
courier-journal.com/story/news/2024/04/09/mcconnell-schumer-call-for-release-of-detained-american-ryan-corbett/73261427007/
Choppy waters. Historic Statehouse beef expected to grind progress to a halt: Opinion: An epic fight in the Ohio Statehouse will make waters extremely choppy.
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Bipartisan $78B tax deal hits GOP roadblock in Senate: Senate Republicans don't want to hand President Joe Biden an election-year victory on the legislation ...
accountingtoday.com/articles/bipartisan-78b-tax-deal-hits-gop-roadblock-in-senate
Republican-passed bill removes role of Democratic governor if Senate vacancy occurs in Kentucky
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Angela Chao, Mitch McConnell’s sister-in-law, was drunk when she drove into pond, police say
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Quick Glance: Angela Chao Intoxicated in Fatal Car Crash, Police Report Reveals
- The Blanco County Sheriff’s Office in Texas called the Feb. 10 episode, in which the shipping executive drove her Tesla into a pond at a family ranch, an “unfortunate accident.”
- Angela Chao, the chief executive of a shipping company and part of a prominent family in American politics, was legally intoxicated when she drove into a pond in Texas and died last month, according to a police report released on Wednesday, which called the episode an “unfortunate accident.”
- The report, released by the Blanco County Sheriff’s Office, details the harrowing scene on the night of Feb. 10 as friends and deputies frantically tried to rescue Ms. Chao from her sinking Tesla at a family ranch in Johnson City, Texas.
- During the distressing incident, a friend revealed that Ms. Chao called her at 11:42 p.m. to inform her about the car being submerged in the pond, expressing her love and fear of death as the water level increased before the Tesla sank.
McConnell Steps Down From Leadership in Bow to Trump: The GOP's Reagan wing is moribund, and Trumpism has swept past a once formidable — and ruthless — ...
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Press: Pence saved the country once, he might do so again: Pence is not the first to dump Trump. Even before Pence, what’s striking is how many leading ...
thehill.com/opinion/4540929-press-pence-saved-the-country-once-he-might-do-so-again/
Divided GOP battles for future power in Senate: The battle for control of the Senate GOP conference between mainstream Republicans and Trump-aligned ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4558142-divided-gop-battles-for-future-power-in-senate/
Mitch McConnell urges GOP against term limits: Senate Republicans find themselves with an opportunity for sweeping leadership change.
axios.com/2024/03/20/mitch-mconnell-senate-term-limits-filibuster
Flashback: How Mitch McConnell Helped Pave the Way for Donald Trump’s Rise: As McConnell endorses Trump in the 2024 presidential race, revisit his role in ...
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Quick Glance: McConnell Backs Trump
- Mitch McConnell endorses Donald Trump for the presidency in a surprising turn, despite prior criticism and accusations following the Capitol attack.
- McConnell declared his support after Trump's Super Tuesday wins brought him closer to the GOP nomination.
- McConnell's endorsement lends institutional legitimacy to Trump's presidential candidacy and may sway other skeptical Republicans to fall in line.
- Despite past differences and criticism of Trump's behavior, McConnell announces his support for Trump, emphasizing the successes of their collaboration.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski 'can’t get behind Donald Trump,' vague about her future with GOP
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Opinion | Mitch McConnell Doesn’t Wear a MAGA Hat. I’m Not Fooled.: The Senate minority leader may not like the former president, but he has done more for him ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/12/opinion/mitch-mcconnell-trump-senate.html
McConnell: Battle to repeal Affordable Care Act ‘largely over’: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) poured some cold water on former President Trump’s ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4527053-mcconnell-battle-to-repeal-affordable-care-act-largely-over/
State of the Union: ‘Sleepy Joe’ nowhere in evidence as canny, well-versed Biden outlines vision in blistering speech
irishtimes.com/world/us/2024/03/08/state-of-the-union-sleepy-joe-nowhere-in-evidence-as-canny-well-versed-biden-outlines-vision-in-blistering-speech/
Quick Glance: Biden Acknowledges Laken Riley by Marjorie Taylor Greene's Request
- President Biden mentioned 'Laken Riley' under Republican pressure.
- However, mispronunciation led to dissatisfaction and criticism.
- Riley's death used by Republicans as critique of Biden's border policies.
- Biden urged for stronger border security and updated immigration laws.
'Ghost Army' soldiers awarded Congressional Gold Medal for little-known heroism in WWII
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Republicans push back on new federal court policy aimed at 'judge shopping' in national cases
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Quick Glance: Random Judge Assignments to Combat 'Judge Shopping' in U.S. Courts
- Federal judiciary leaders have introduced a policy mandating the random assignment of judges in civil cases with statewide or national significance to address concerns regarding 'judge shopping' in single-judge divisions.
- Courts can still assign cases to a single-judge division if they do not involve seeking statewide or federal actions through declaratory judgment or injunctive relief.
- The random case-assignment policy aims to deter judge shopping and prevent cases from being assigned based on the perceived merits or abilities of a specific judge, promoting proceedings' impartiality and enhancing public trust in the federal Judiciary.
- While some experts welcome the policy change, others question the Judicial Conference's authority and argue that Congress should provide solutions rather than a policymaking body.
Texas Sen. Cornyn announces bid to succeed McConnell as Senate leader: Cornyn is citing his experience in that role in a statement to fellow senators announcing ...
pbs.org/newshour/politics/texas-sen-cornyn-announces-bid-to-succeed-mcconnell-as-senate-leader
Quick Glance: Sen. McConnell Stepping Down as Republican Leader in November
- Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history, will step down from that position in November.
- McConnell, who turned 82 last week, was set to announce his decision in the Senate.
- His choice signifies a significant shift in ideology within the Republican Party.
- McConnell cited the recent passing of his wife's youngest sister as a moment of reflection.
Tim Scott says next Senate leader needs to work ‘hand in glove’ with Trump: Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) said Sunday that the next Republican Senate leader needs to ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4522439-tim-scott-says-next-senate-leader-needs-to-work-hand-in-glove-with-trump/
Welcome to a youthquake, Senate-style — which means 60s still count: Both parties see the coming rise of fresher faces as a welcome development for Congress' ...
politico.com/news/2024/03/19/senate-younger-generation-00147632
McConnell praises retiring Sinema for saving filibuster: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) praised retiring Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (I-Ariz ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4511002-mcconnell-praises-retiring-sinema-for-saving-filibuster/
Quick Glance: Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's Decision Not to Seek Re-election
- The independent senator, Sinema, announced on Tuesday her choice not to pursue re-election, leading to her departure from the Senate after a single term.
- Sinema's opting out sets the stage for a challenging and costly battle for her position, with top Republican contender Kari Lake and leading Democrat Ruben Gallego already in the race to succeed her.
- In a video message, Sinema emphasized her departure from the Senate due to the prevailing bipartisan conflict and the divergence between her approach and the current desires of America.
- Sinema's political journey has been remarkable, transitioning from a Green Party organizer to the GOP's former favorite Democrat in the U.S. Senate. Following an irreparable split with Arizona Democrats, she shifted from her party in 2022 to operate as an independent, aiding Democrats in maintaining Senate control.
Angela Chao, shipping industry exec, died after her car went into a pond, report says
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Pelosi calls McConnell’s Trump endorsement ‘sad, professional tragedy’: House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) slammed Senate Minority Leader Mitch ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4519628-pelosi-mcconnells-trump-endorsement-sad-professional-tragedy/
“One indicator of how far American democracy has fallen is the way Mitch McConnell’s impending retirement has sparked concerns about who will replace him—as if ... Show more theatln.tc/GblBUTiI
McConnell's successor must work with Trump and 'stand his own ground,' Rounds says
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Quick Glance: Thune as McConnell's Successor: Partnership with Trump
- Senator Mike Rounds backs John Thune as McConnell's successor.
- Rounds emphasizes Thune's independence and institutional commitment.
- Senate Republicans aim to collaborate with Trump while maintaining independence.
- Rounds calls for leadership that stands up to Trump and focuses on long-term goals.
Jen Psaki: ‘Real legacy’ of Mitch McConnell is ‘a cynic focused on power’: MSNBC’s Jen Psaki slammed Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell’s (Ky ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4505359-jen-psaki-real-legacy-of-mitch-mcconnell-is-a-cynic-focused-on-power/
Trump relationship is litmus test for next Senate GOP leader: Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and John Cornyn (R-Texas), the two leading candidates to become the next ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4545549-trump-relationship-is-litmus-test-for-next-senate-gop-leader/
‘A different seat in the chamber’: What’s ahead for Mitch McConnell in the US Senate?
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GOP senators caution Trump about getting involved in McConnell succession race: The high-stakes race to replace McConnell is on
axios.com/2024/03/03/mcconnell-trump-senate-republicans-congress
A warm bipartisan moment spotted at the Capitol: Mitch McConnell exchanging words and a friendly clasp of hands with Nancy Pelosi ahead of President Biden's ... Show more politi.co/4a6poM7
LIVE: Schumer, McConnell meet with Polish president at US Capitol
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Quick Glance: Biden hosts Poland's President and Prime Minister
- Poland's leaders urge Washington to boost funds for Ukraine
- Duda calls for increased NATO members' defense spending
- Poland already allocates 4 percent of GDP to defense
- Biden plans arms aid and weapons shipment to Ukraine
WATCH: How Mitch McConnell Reshaped U.S. Politics & the Supreme Court: Amid news that McConnell will step down as Senate Republican leader, explore FRONTLINE’s ...
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Senate GOP divided over how tightly to embrace Trump: Donald Trump’s dominating victories on Super Tuesday cemented his lock on the Republican presidential ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4514204-senate-gop-divided-over-how-tightly-to-embrace-trump/
Who Could Replace Mitch McConnell as the Next Senate GOP Leader?: The race already started shaping up just days after McConnell announced he would step down as ...
usnews.com/news/national-news/articles/2024-03-03/who-could-replace-mitch-mcconnell-as-the-next-senate-gop-leader
Rick Scott meets with Trump amid rumors of possible Senate GOP leader run: Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) met with former President Trump on Monday night ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4508175-rick-scott-meets-with-trump-amid-rumors-of-possible-senate-gop-leader-run/
McConnell Backs Trump for President Despite Years of Acrimony: The endorsement came after weeks of negotiations aiming to repair a rift between the two leading ...
wsj.com/politics/policy/mcconnell-backs-trump-for-president-despite-years-of-acrimony-073dc54d
Wyoming Sen. Barrasso will run for No. 2 spot in GOP leadership, narrowing race to replace McConnell
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Quick Glance: Trump Ally Barrasso Steps Back from McConnell Succession Race
- Republican Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) has opted to run for the position of Assistant Republican Leader this year instead of joining Senators John Cornyn (R-Tex.) and John Thune (R-S.D.) in a bid for leader, as confirmed by Axios.
- Barrasso was favored by the more conservative bloc in the Senate and has the closest relationship with former President Trump among the 'three Johns.' His exit could pave the way for a new conservative contender.
- Barrasso holds the third-highest position among Senate Republicans as conference chair, and neither Thune nor Cornyn can run for GOP whip again due to term limits. This makes Barrasso almost a shoo-in.
- "I have had time to reflect on how I might best serve the Republican Conference and our country," said Barrasso in a statement on Tuesday morning.
Republican Who Once Proposed Sunsetting Social Security Floats Leadership Bid: Scott, the richest member of the U.S. Senate, also proposed hiking taxes on ...
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'Good Riddance': McConnell to Step Down as Senate GOP Leader: "One of the worst people to ever serve in office. He will be remembered for all the wrong ...
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Rep. Matt Gaetz's Hot Take On Mitch McConnell Goes Spectacularly Awry: The Florida Republican's "better days" boast prompted some brutal reminders.
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After McConnell news, Ky. Governor stripped of power to fill Senate vacancies under proposed bill
lpm.org/news/2024-02-29/after-mcconnell-news-ky-governor-stripped-of-power-to-fill-senate-vacancies-under-proposed-bill
McConnell's MAGA gateway and other top stories: A Hamas call for Palestinians to march to Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque at the start of Ramadan raises the stakes in ...
reuters.com/podcasts/podcast-ramadan-march-mcconnells-maga-gateway-navalny-funeral-indias-new-media-2024-02-29/
Leaders gang up on Speaker Johnson at ‘intense’ White House meeting: Three of Congress’s top four leaders had a loud and unified message for Speaker Mike Johnson ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4492480-leaders-gang-up-on-speaker-johnson-at-intense-white-house-meeting/
Quick Glance: Biden Urges Congressional Leaders to Avoid Shutdown
- President Joe Biden urged the top four Congressional leaders to act swiftly to prevent a government shutdown and provide emergency aid to Ukraine and Israel.
- Biden stressed the urgency of Ukraine aid and the necessity of supporting Israel's replenishment of Iron Dome interceptors.
- House Republicans have blocked a $95 billion national security package enhancing aid for Ukraine, Israel, and the Indo-Pacific.
- Government funding for various sectors expires soon, highlighting the need for bipartisan action to prevent significant economic damage from a potential government shutdown.
McConnell: We’re not going to let government shut down: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) vowed to reporters Monday that Senate Republicans would ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4490459-mcconnell-were-not-going-to-let-government-shut-down/
Cotton to run for Senate GOP conference chair: Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), a highly respected conservative senator who is closely allied with Senate Republican ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4509653-cotton-to-run-for-senate-gop-conference-chair/
McConnell calls for full Mayorkas trial as Dems weigh quick dismissal: The Senate minority leader said a trial “would be the best way to go forward.”
politico.com/live-updates/2024/02/27/congress/mcconnell-on-mayorkas-trial-00143612
Editorial: McConnell leaves his mark on federal courts: Many of Trump’s signature achievements would not have been possible had McConnell not shepherded them ...
bostonherald.com/2024/03/09/editorial-mcconnell-leaves-his-mark-on-federal-courts/
Texas Sen. Cornyn announces run for GOP leader as scramble to succeed McConnell begins in the Senate
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Sen. Merkley: McConnell Paralyzed the Senate & Turned Supreme Court into “Far-Right Legislature”
democracynow.org/2024/2/29/jeff_merkley_broken_senate
Sinema exit could put Senate filibuster in peril: Sen. Kyrsten Sinema’s (I-Ariz.) decision not to seek reelection dealt a major blow to proponents of the ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4514249-sinema-exit-could-put-senate-filibuster-in-peril/
McConnell Stole a Supreme Court Seat. Is That the Norm Now?: Mitch McConnell stole a Supreme Court seat. Is that the norm now? Debate over whether Justice Sonia ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/mcconnell-supreme-court-appointment-norm.html
🔊 Mitch McConnell to end a long career as top US Senate Republican. Listen to the Reuters World News daily podcast reut.rs/3P38c1X
Live Updates: Haley Cedes Republican Race to Trump, but Does Not Endorse Him: Nikki Haley suspended her campaign after Donald J. Trump rolled to wins on Super ...
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US lawmakers reach deal to temporarily avert government shutdown: The tentative budget agreement still needs to be voted on by the full House and Senate.
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Thune on Ukraine: ‘America cannot retreat from the world stage’: Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) pressed the House on Thursday to pass a Ukraine aid bill ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4517922-thune-on-ukraine-america-cannot-retreat-from-the-world-stage/
Opinion | Mitch McConnell’s Great Senate Legacy: Trump wouldn’t have won in 2016 if the GOP leader hadn’t kept open Antonin Scalia’s Supreme Court seat.
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Trump looms large in McConnell successor race: Trump has attacked two of the frontrunners to replace McConnell.
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McConnell wrestles with difficult move: Endorsing Trump: Pressure is mounting on Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) as he lays the groundwork to do ...
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Cornyn trolls Paxton after Senate leadership speculation remarks: Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas), seen as a possible successor to Senate Minority Leader Mitch ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4497285-cornyn-paxton-senate-leadership-speculation-remarks/
McConnell and Haley fight losing battles against Trump’s ‘America First’ worldview
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/03/02/mitch-mcconnell-nikki-haley-trump-foreign-policy/
There are now four octogenarians and one nonagenarian in the Senate: where more than half of the chamber is over 60.
axios.com/2023/09/29/feinstein-dies-oldest-senators-mcconnell
Quick Glance: Dianne Feinstein, California Senator and Pioneer of Liberal Priorities, Dies at 90
- California Senator Dianne Feinstein, a moderate Democrat and advocate for liberal causes, has passed away at the age of 90.
- Feinstein was a trailblazer and champion in local and national politics.
- President Joe Biden described her as a pioneering American and a cherished friend.
- Feinstein's bipartisan efforts led to legislative wins throughout her career.
Mitch McConnell's billionaire sister-in-law drowned in Tesla after fatal mistake: Mitch McConnell's sister-in-law Angela Chao died last month after she ...
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🇺🇸 US Senate Republican leader #MitchMcConnell 's said on Wednesday he would step down from his leadership role, leaving a power vacuum atop the party he has piloted for ... Show more #Democrats #WhiteHouse #DonaldTrump
Mitch McConnell’s Sister-In-Law Died After Accidentally Reversing Tesla Into Pond: Report
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Hawley vents frustration to McConnell in tense Capitol meeting: Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), a rising conservative voice in the Senate, confronted Senate Republican ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4500345-hawley-vents-frustration-to-mcconnell-in-tense-capitol-meeting/
All but one in Louisiana's GOP delegation have now endorsed Donald Trump for president
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SNL Gleefully Dances on Mitch McConnell’s Senate Grave: “Weekend Update” co-hosts Colin Jost and Michael Che swapped jokes about Mitch McConnell—including how ...
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Trump pushes Steve Daines to succeed McConnell as GOP's Senate leader: Much of the speculation about McConnell's successor has focused on the "three ...
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