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Meadows, Giuliani, 11 'fake electors' from 2020 are among those indicted in Arizona
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Quick Glance: 11 Republican 'Fake Electors' Charged in Arizona
  • Eleven Republicans were charged in Arizona for falsely claiming that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election in Arizona against Joe Biden.

  • They met in Phoenix to sign a certificate declaring Trump had won the state. The document was sent to Congress and the National Archives but ignored.

  • The Arizona charges follow indictments against fake electors in Nevada, Michigan, and Georgia.

  • The charges allege conspiracy, fraud, and forgery as they falsely declared Trump as the winner in Arizona despite Biden's victory by over 10,000 votes.
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Pro-Palestinian Campus Encampments Spread Nationwide Amid Mass Arrests at Columbia, NYU & Yale
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Supreme Court to Decide Whether Donald Trump Can Be Criminally Prosecuted: The Supreme Court will hear arguments about whether as a former President ...
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Supreme Court to Decide Whether Donald Trump Can Be Criminally Prosecuted
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
  • Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.

  • Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.

  • Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.

  • Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
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Exclusive: Trump brothers emerge as loyalty czars for dad's potential transition to White House
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Exclusive: Trump brothers emerge as loyalty czars for dad's potential ...
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Biden's happy polling surprise, thanks to RFK Jr.: "People are beginning to listen."
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Biden's happy polling surprise, thanks to RFK Jr.
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Aaron Sorkin Is Working on a Jan. 6 Movie: ‘I Blame Facebook’: The “Social Network” scribe admitted that he’s taking on the Capitol Riots with a new film ...
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Aaron Sorkin Is Working on a Jan. 6 Movie: ‘I Blame Facebook’
Quick Glance: Aaron Sorkin Writing Potential Social Network Sequel
  • Oscar-winning screenwriter Aaron Sorkin reveals he is working on a new movie that could be a follow-up to The Social Network.

  • Sorkin blames Facebook for January 6 and plans to address how social media is impacting democracy.

  • He criticizes Facebook for tuning its algorithms to promote divisive content to increase engagement, neglecting the balance between growth and integrity.

  • While Sorkin's representatives have not responded yet, sources mention the project is in early stages of development with no attached studio.
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Trump's $175 million bond goes before judge on New York AG's concerns: The insurer that provided Donald Trump a $175 million bond in his New York civil fraud ...
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Trump's $175 million bond goes before judge on New York AG's concerns
Quick Glance: Trump Agrees to New Restrictions on $175 Million Bond in New York Civil Fraud Case
  • The bond is meant to secure Trump's compliance with a $454.2 million judgment won by state Attorney General Letitia James if he does not succeed in an appeal.

  • James had challenged the bond this month, saying Trump still had access to the Charles Schwab account pledged to the insurer as collateral.

  • Justice Arthur Engoron imposed the penalty after finding that Trump fraudulently inflated his net worth and real estate assets to deceive banks and insurers into providing better terms.

  • Trump defended the bond in court, emphasizing that he has plenty of money to put up for it.
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WATCH LIVE: Biden delivers remarks on abortion rights during campaign event in Tampa, FL
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Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable
  • President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.

  • He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.

  • Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.

  • Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.
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Kennedy family to endorse Biden in show of force against RFK Jr.: Biden advisers are worried RFK Jr. could swing the election.
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Kennedy family to endorse Biden in show of force against RFK Jr.
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Arizona House votes to repeal abortion ban, advancing issue to state Senate: GOP anxieties about the politics of a near-total abortion ban have led to an ...
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Arizona House votes to repeal abortion ban, advancing issue to state ...
Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights
  • The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.

  • The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.

  • The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.

  • The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.
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Scoop: Biden changes his walking routine to Marine One: With aides alongside him, the visual effect is to draw less attention to the 81-year-old's halting and ...
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Scoop: Biden changes his walking routine to Marine One
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Biden is giving $6 billion to Micron for a semiconductor project in upstate New York
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Biden is giving $6 billion to Micron for a semiconductor project in ...
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Tennessee Legislature passes bill to arm teachers despite fierce opposition: The Tennessee state House passed a bill on Tuesday that would allow teachers who are ...
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Tennessee Legislature passes bill to arm teachers despite fierce ...
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Republicans hammer campus protesters, and Democrats, as unrest spreads: Democratic officials led by the White House on Thursday spurned the request from House ...
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Republicans hammer campus protesters, and Democrats, as unrest spreads
Quick Glance: USC Main Commencement Canceled Amid Gaza War Protests
  • Protests against the Israel-Hamas war prompt the cancellation of USC's main graduation ceremony and numerous arrests at campuses nationwide.

  • Universities are grappling with protests that could disrupt upcoming commencement ceremonies and are considering changes to regulations regarding encampments and exams.

  • Some students demand schools sever ties with Israel, leading to accusations of antisemitism and concerns about safety on campus.

  • The wave of protests, inspired by events at Columbia University, has led to civil rights investigations into universities facing protests and complaints of discrimination amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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Hamas official who sought endless war after Oct. 7 says it could put down arms for 2-state deal
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Quick Glance: Biden and 17 World Leaders Urge Hamas to Release Hostages
  • President Biden and 17 world leaders issued a joint statement urging Hamas to accept a hostage deal to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza.

  • The statement stresses the immediate release of hostages and a sustained ceasefire in Gaza to facilitate humanitarian aid and end hostilities.

  • Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is accused of hindering progress by rejecting the deal and holding onto hostages instead of pursuing a ceasefire.

  • The Biden administration and mediators from Qatar and Egypt have received signals from Hamas indicating readiness to engage in negotiations, but the sincerity of these intentions remains uncertain.
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Bipartisan outrage boils over at threat to Johnson's speakership: “These fringe people think they have the high ground. They do not," said Rep ...
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Bipartisan outrage boils over at threat to Johnson's speakership
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

  • The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

  • Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

  • He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
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Gasoline prices creeping higher on Long Island: Prices at the pump are rising on Long Island faster than other areas, but fuel is still cheaper than it was at ...
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Gasoline prices creeping higher on Long Island
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Exclusive: Biden opens first field office in Florida: The campaign now has a footprint in a county that went Democrat in the past two presidential elections.
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Exclusive: Biden opens first field office in Florida
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Biden looks to use abortion rights to put Florida in play in November: President Joe Biden is heading to Florida on Tuesday where his team is seeking to leverage ...
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Biden looks to use abortion rights to put Florida in play in November
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The Democrats Who Opposed More Military Aid to Israel—Until They Voted to Approve It
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
  • President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.

  • Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.

  • The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.

  • Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
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Trump meets with foreign leaders looking to boost their relationships with GOP leader ahead of election
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US stops UN from recognizing a Palestinian state through membership: The United States on Thursday effectively stopped the United Nations from recognizing a ...
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US stops UN from recognizing a Palestinian state through membership
Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
  • In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.

  • The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.

  • The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.

  • Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
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Bodycam video shows Frank Tyson telling officers he ‘can’t breathe’ before death: An Ohio man who was handcuffed and left facedown on the floor of a social club ...
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Bodycam video shows Frank Tyson telling officers he ‘can’t breathe’ before ...
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Democrats pulling out all the stops against RFK Jr.: Democrats are taking extraordinary steps to prevent Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from hindering their efforts to ...
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Democrats pulling out all the stops against RFK Jr.
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Finley: Trump's right. Prosecution isn't fair. It's politics: The Democratic strategy to engage Donald Trump in the courtroom rather than on the campaign trail ...
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Finley: Trump's right. Prosecution isn't fair. It's politics
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Serial Liar George Santos Axes Short-Lived Independent Run for Congress: “I don’t want to split the ticket and be responsible for handing the house to Dems ...
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Serial Liar George Santos Axes Short-Lived Independent Run for Congress
Quick Glance: George Santos ends independent bid for US House seat
  • Following his expulsion from Congress after a bipartisan vote on December 1, George Santos, a Republican representative from New York, is seen leaving the U.S. Capitol. On Tuesday, Santos announced his decision to withdraw his independent candidacy for New York's 1st Congressional District.

  • In order to prevent a split in the Republican ticket between himself and the incumbent Republican candidate, Nick LaLota, in case he secures the Republican nomination after the New York primary on June 25, Santos opted out of an independent run, as reported by Politico.

  • Nancy Goroff and John Avlon are currently competing for the Democratic nomination for the congressional seat during the New York primary.

  • Despite concluding his independent candidacy, Santos hinted at a possible future congressional run. He expressed, 'The future holds countless possibilities, and I am prepared, eager, and capable to step up and fight for my country at any time.'
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Terry Anderson, AP reporter held captive for years, dies at 76: Snatched from a street in war-torn Lebanon in 1985, reporter Terry Andersen chronicled his years ...
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Terry Anderson, AP reporter held captive for years, dies at 76
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White House doesn’t want to touch House speaker drama: Even though Johnson helped move his foreign policy aid package, the president isn’t going to intervene on ...
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White House doesn’t want to touch House speaker drama
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Turns Out RFK Jr. IS a Spoiler Candidate—For Trump, Not Biden, Poll Finds: An NBC News poll found Republican respondents viewed Robert F. Kennedy Jr ...
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Turns Out RFK Jr. IS a Spoiler Candidate—For Trump, Not Biden, Poll Finds
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It looks like Trump will regret RFK Jr.'s campaign: President Joe Biden leads former President Donald Trump in an NBC News survey when third-party candidates ...
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It looks like Trump will regret RFK Jr.'s campaign
Quick Glance: Trump Uncertain About Impact of RFK Jr. on Election
  • While publicly expressing confidence, Trump is unsure how independent presidential candidate RFK Jr. will influence the election.

  • An NBC News poll revealed Kennedy has a stronger negative impact on Trump than Biden, as Republicans view him more favorably.

  • Kennedy attracts voters from both major parties and faces criticism from both sides, creating a dynamic election campaign.

  • Democrats fear Kennedy's fame and political stances may jeopardize support for Biden, while Republicans criticize his environmental and anti-corporate positions.
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Biden seeks to make Trump the face of anti-abortion movement: The Biden campaign is seeking to make former President Trump the face of the anti-abortion movement ...
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Biden seeks to make Trump the face of anti-abortion movement
Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans foil another effort to repeal 1864 abortion ban
  • Arizona House Republicans once again thwarted an attempt on Wednesday to repeal the state's nearly complete abortion ban from 1864, leaving Democrats without a vote on their repeal bill for the second consecutive week.

  • Despite facing pressure from influential conservatives, such as former President Trump and Senate hopeful Kari Lake, urging GOP leaders to lift the ban, the Republicans blocked the repeal.

  • State House Democrats made a procedural maneuver to attempt to suspend House rules and bring the repeal bill to the floor for discussion. However, this action was rejected by the GOP majority, with only one Republican, Representative Matt Gress, crossing party lines to support bringing up the repeal bill.

  • A similar endeavor to repeal the ban was obstructed by Republicans last week. Following persistent criticism of the law by Democrats both within and outside the state throughout the week, prominent figures like Trump and Lake recognized the political risks and advocated for a change in direction within the Legislature.
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US House approves aid package worth billions for Ukraine, Israel: Democratic-majority Senate is expected to vote on the bill next week, sending it to President ...
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US House approves aid package worth billions for Ukraine, Israel
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Trump’s court conduct gives Democrats a ‘Sleepy Joe’ retort : Democrats, including President Biden’s campaign, have been eager to promote reports that former ...
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Trump’s court conduct gives Democrats a ‘Sleepy Joe’ retort
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Facts in the Trump courtroom v. ‘facts’ in the court of public opinion: Trump is playing to the court of public opinion with easily debunked claims.
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Facts in the Trump courtroom v. ‘facts’ in the court of public opinion
Quick Glance: Trump's Attempt to Influence 2016 Election: Hush Money Trial Begins
  • An prosecutor alleges that Donald Trump tried to illegally influence the 2016 election by preventing damaging stories about his personal life from becoming public.

  • The trial, potentially lasting up to two months, will require Trump to spend his days in a courtroom instead of on the campaign trail.

  • The indictment includes 34 counts of falsifying business records, punishable by up to four years in prison.

  • The case sheds light on efforts to suppress stories, known as 'Catch-and-Kill' in tabloid industry, to prevent potentially damaging revelations.
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Alabama Senate passes measure ensuring Biden can be on ballot: The Alabama State Senate unanimously approved a measure Tuesday that would ensure President Biden ...
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Alabama Senate passes measure ensuring Biden can be on ballot
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Trump moves to dismiss two counts in Fulton election indictment: Former president Donald Trump on Wednesday asked a judge to dismiss two more felony counts ...
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Trump moves to dismiss two counts in Fulton election indictment
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Fetterman, Warren lead Democrats in urging DEA to ‘swiftly’ take marijuana off Schedule I
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Fetterman, Warren lead Democrats in urging DEA to ‘swiftly’ take marijuana ...
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Trump Sons Don’t Want Any ‘John Boltons’ in Dad’s Next Admin: Report: Don Jr. and Eric Trump have reportedly taken the reigns on assembling their father’s ...
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Trump Sons Don’t Want Any ‘John Boltons’ in Dad’s Next Admin: Report
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Trump cancels rally due to weather, as he tries to balance his trial and campaign
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Trump cancels rally due to weather, as he tries to balance his trial and ...
Quick Glance: Trump Cancels Rally Due to Storm
  • Donald Trump had to cancel his planned rally in North Carolina due to a storm, highlighting the challenges the former president faces balancing legal issues with his campaign against President Joe Biden.

  • Despite the cancellation, the audience expressed frustration but understanding, supporting Trump's strategy of incorporating his court time into anti-establishment arguments.

  • It remains uncertain when Trump's next campaign appearance will be, as his New York trial may extend, restricting his ability to engage with voters. North Carolina holds significance as a battleground state for both Trump and Biden in the upcoming election.

  • Democrats criticized the Trump-Robinson pairing ahead of the rally, citing concerns about their stance on abortion rights. Both parties are striving to appeal to voters with contrasting messages in North Carolina.
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US Aid to Israel Support Drops as Outrage Over War, Gaza Grows: Support among swing-state voters for US aid to Israel has plunged in the months since the country ...
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US Aid to Israel Support Drops as Outrage Over War, Gaza Grows
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Biden needs to face facts: He’s still losing to Trump  : For President Biden and the Democrats, thing are looking ugly in November.
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Biden needs to face facts: He’s still losing to Trump  
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Utah congressional candidate says Jan. 6 protesters are ‘politically persecuted’ — and he’s a Democrat
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Utah congressional candidate says Jan. 6 protesters are ‘politically ...
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Anti-Biden Impeachment Witness Tony Bobulinski Sues Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin for Defamation
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Anti-Biden Impeachment Witness Tony Bobulinski Sues Democratic Rep ...
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Democrats seen as more successful at passing legislation: Survey: Democrats are seen as more successful at passing legislation in the House of Representatives ...
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Democrats seen as more successful at passing legislation: Survey
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Biden vs. GOP: Tax fight heats up ahead of election: Rhetoric is heating up on competing visions for taxes from Democrats and Republicans ahead of the 2024 ...
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Biden vs. GOP: Tax fight heats up ahead of election