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Bondi’s post-Oct. 7 terrorism task force falters after initial fanfare

The group was created a year ago to investigate Hamas terrorists and antisemitic attacks. Now many of its members have been fired or reassigned.
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Bondi’s post-Oct. 7 terrorism task force falters after initial fanfare

The group was created a year ago to investigate Hamas terrorists and antisemitic attacks. Now many of its members have been fired or reassigned.

Partisan brawl in Virginia muddles Spanberger’s message of moderation

The congressional redistricting fight is tainting the governor’s image, one Democrat said: “This should be a flashing red light for Democrats everywhere.”
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Partisan brawl in Virginia muddles Spanberger’s message of moderation

The congressional redistricting fight is tainting the governor’s image, one Democrat said: “This should be a flashing red light for Democrats everywhere.”

Democrat scores upset win in Trump’s backyard for Florida state House seat

Emily Gregory won the special election to represent a district that includes President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home, the Associated Press projected.
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Democrat scores upset win in Trump’s backyard for Florida state House seat

Emily Gregory won the special election to represent a district that includes President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home, the Associated Press projected.

Army paratroopers ordered to Middle East as U.S. weighs next move in Iran conflict

The orders follow weeks of speculation about whether the 82nd Airborne Division would join the war, after its headquarters unit abruptly pulled out of a training exercise this month.
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Army paratroopers ordered to Middle East as U.S. weighs next move in Iran conflict

The orders follow weeks of speculation about whether the 82nd Airborne Division would join the war, after its headquarters unit abruptly pulled out of a training exercise this month.

Conservative activist convicted in voter-fraud case

In Wsiconsin, Harry Wait said he set out to expose the potential for voter fraud. He ordered mail ballots in the names of others — and got charged with felonies.
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Conservative activist convicted in voter-fraud case

In Wsiconsin, Harry Wait said he set out to expose the potential for voter fraud. He ordered mail ballots in the names of others — and got charged with felonies.

Army paratroopers ordered to Middle East as U.S. weighs next Iran move

The Pentagon on Tuesday ordered a couple thousand paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division to deploy to the Middle East.
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Army paratroopers ordered to Middle East as U.S. weighs next Iran move

The Pentagon on Tuesday ordered a couple thousand paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division to deploy to the Middle East.

Democrat scores upset win in Trump’s backyard for Florida state house seat

Emily Gregory won the special election to represent a district that includes President Donald Trump’s Mar-A-Lago home on Tuesday, the Associated Press projected.
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Democrat scores upset win in Trump’s backyard for Florida state house seat

Emily Gregory won the special election to represent a district that includes President Donald Trump’s Mar-A-Lago home on Tuesday, the Associated Press projected.

Senate Republicans pitch deal to end DHS shutdown, but Trump isn’t sold

The deal under discussion would fund the department except for the part of Immigration and Customs Enforcement charged with arresting and deporting undocumented immigrants.
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Senate Republicans pitch deal to end DHS shutdown, but Trump isn’t sold

The deal under discussion would fund the department except for the part of Immigration and Customs Enforcement charged with arresting and deporting undocumented immigrants.

Justices seem inclined to revive Trump policy blocking migrants at border

The Supreme Court weighed a policy that would allow agents at U.S. borders to block migrants from entering the country to seek asylum.
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Justices seem inclined to revive Trump policy blocking migrants at border

The Supreme Court weighed a policy that would allow agents at U.S. borders to block migrants from entering the country to seek asylum.

Senate Republicans float deal to end DHS shutdown but Trump won’t commit

The deal under discussion would fund the department except for the part of Immigration and Customs Enforcement charged with arresting and deporting undocumented immigrants.
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Senate Republicans float deal to end DHS shutdown but Trump won’t commit

The deal under discussion would fund the department except for the part of Immigration and Customs Enforcement charged with arresting and deporting undocumented immigrants.

Prosecutor admits government lacks evidence of misconduct by Fed chair

The admission during a closed-door hearing undercuts President Donald Trump’s claims of “criminality” in the central bank’s $2.5 billion office renovations.
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Prosecutor admits government lacks evidence of misconduct by Fed chair

The admission during a closed-door hearing undercuts President Donald Trump’s claims of “criminality” in the central bank’s $2.5 billion office renovations.

Republicans discussing deal to reopen Department of Homeland Security

Democrats have not signed off on the potential agreement to reopen DHS, which has been partially shut down since Feb. 14.
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Republicans discussing deal to reopen Department of Homeland Security

Democrats have not signed off on the potential agreement to reopen DHS, which has been partially shut down since Feb. 14.

Rubio testifies against friend accused of secretly working for Maduro

Former congressman David Rivera, accused of secretly lobbying for Nicolás Maduro’s government in Venezuela, climbed Miami politics alongside Marco Rubio.
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Rubio testifies against friend accused of secretly working for Maduro

Former congressman David Rivera, accused of secretly lobbying for Nicolás Maduro’s government in Venezuela, climbed Miami politics alongside Marco Rubio.

Oklahoma energy executive to temporarily fill Mullin’s Senate seat

The Oklahoma governor said he will appoint Alan S. Armstrong to the Senate seat vacated by Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R), who was recently confirmed as homeland security secretary.
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Oklahoma energy executive to temporarily fill Mullin’s Senate seat

The Oklahoma governor said he will appoint Alan S. Armstrong to the Senate seat vacated by Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R), who was recently confirmed as homeland security secretary.

Rubio to testify against friend accused of secretly working for Maduro

Former congressman David Rivera, accused of secretly lobbying for Nicolás Maduro’s government in Venezuela, climbed Miami politics alongside Marco Rubio.
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Rubio to testify against friend accused of secretly working for Maduro

Former congressman David Rivera, accused of secretly lobbying for Nicolás Maduro’s government in Venezuela, climbed Miami politics alongside Marco Rubio.

Trump just voted by a method he calls ‘mail-in cheating’

The president’s decision to vote by mail comes as he pushes a sweeping bill to reform balloting nationwide, including restrictions on mail-in voting.
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Trump just voted by a method he calls ‘mail-in cheating’

The president’s decision to vote by mail comes as he pushes a sweeping bill to reform balloting nationwide, including restrictions on mail-in voting.

Trump hails Memphis crime drop as a win. Locals see a more complex reality.

Crime has fallen, but officials and residents question how much credit the federal surge deserves — and whether the approach can deliver lasting change.
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Trump hails Memphis crime drop as a win. Locals see a more complex reality.

Crime has fallen, but officials and residents question how much credit the federal surge deserves — and whether the approach can deliver lasting change.

Supreme Court says police officer is immune from misconduct claim by protester

The court, in an unsigned opinion, shielded a Vermont police officer from a claim that he used excessive force on a protester during a 2015 sit-in at the state’s capitol.
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Supreme Court says police officer is immune from misconduct claim by protester

The court, in an unsigned opinion, shielded a Vermont police officer from a claim that he used excessive force on a protester during a 2015 sit-in at the state’s capitol.

New top prosecutor named in New Jersey, ending impasse over U.S attorney’s office

Robert Frazer replaces a trio of officials the Justice Department installed to lead the office late last year — an arrangement a federal judge ruled was illegal.
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New top prosecutor named in New Jersey, ending impasse over U.S attorney’s office

Robert Frazer replaces a trio of officials the Justice Department installed to lead the office late last year — an arrangement a federal judge ruled was illegal.

Supreme Court appears ready to limit mail-in balloting ahead of midterms

The high court appeared poised to embrace a challenge to the tallying of late-arriving mail-in ballots, which could upend procedures in a number of states.
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Supreme Court appears ready to limit mail-in balloting ahead of midterms

The high court appeared poised to embrace a challenge to the tallying of late-arriving mail-in ballots, which could upend procedures in a number of states.

Trump says U.S. is postponing some strikes as it negotiates end to war with Iran

The president’s announcement sent markets soaring and energy prices diving, as investors bet Iran’s blockade of a key shipping chokepoint could soon end.
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Trump says U.S. is postponing some strikes as it negotiates end to war with Iran

The president’s announcement sent markets soaring and energy prices diving, as investors bet Iran’s blockade of a key shipping chokepoint could soon end.

Trump says U.S. is postponing strikes as it negotiates end to war with Iran

The president’s announcement sent markets soaring and energy prices diving, as investors bet Iran’s blockade of a key shipping chokepoint could soon end.
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Trump says U.S. is postponing strikes as it negotiates end to war with Iran

The president’s announcement sent markets soaring and energy prices diving, as investors bet Iran’s blockade of a key shipping chokepoint could soon end.

Republicans fear this Democrat in Georgia Senate race: ‘This guy’s no slouch’

Behind closed doors, Republicans have tamped down their hopes of unseating Jon Ossoff, a 39-year-old powerhouse fundraiser, as he seeks another term.
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Republicans fear this Democrat in Georgia Senate race: ‘This guy’s no slouch’

Behind closed doors, Republicans have tamped down their hopes of unseating Jon Ossoff, a 39-year-old powerhouse fundraiser, as he seeks another term.

Trump installs Christopher Columbus statue on White House grounds

The president has condemned efforts to take down statues of Columbus and other historical figures, saying the removals are an “assault on our collective national memory.”
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Trump installs Christopher Columbus statue on White House grounds

The president has condemned efforts to take down statues of Columbus and other historical figures, saying the removals are an “assault on our collective national memory.”

Joe Kent says he wants Trump to hear MAGA opposition to Iran war

In an interview with The Post after resigning from the administration in protest, the veteran said he is taking his message to the president’s supporters.
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Joe Kent says he wants Trump to hear MAGA opposition to Iran war

In an interview with The Post after resigning from the administration in protest, the veteran said he is taking his message to the president’s supporters.

The CDC’s next chief will face thorny vaccine politics. Here are 3 potential picks.

The Trump administration faces complicated political dynamics as it seeks someone to helm the key public health agency suffering a prolonged leadership vacuum.
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The CDC’s next chief will face thorny vaccine politics. Here are 3 potential picks.

The Trump administration faces complicated political dynamics as it seeks someone to helm the key public health agency suffering a prolonged leadership vacuum.

Trump says he will deploy ICE to airports as TSA shortages drive delays

Spring break travel is straining airports as rising absences and resignations among unpaid TSA officers stretch security over a month into the funding standoff.
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Trump says he will deploy ICE to airports as TSA shortages drive delays

Spring break travel is straining airports as rising absences and resignations among unpaid TSA officers stretch security over a month into the funding standoff.

White House navigates vaccine politics, midterm risks in CDC director search

The Trump administration faces complicated political dynamics as it seeks someone to helm the key public health agency suffering a prolonged leadership vacuum.
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White House navigates vaccine politics, midterm risks in CDC director search

The Trump administration faces complicated political dynamics as it seeks someone to helm the key public health agency suffering a prolonged leadership vacuum.

Trump continues to target Robert Mueller after his death

Mueller, who led the Russia investigation and the bureau after 9/11, remained a target of Trump years after his probe of possible election interference.
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Trump continues to target Robert Mueller after his death

Mueller, who led the Russia investigation and the bureau after 9/11, remained a target of Trump years after his probe of possible election interference.

Robert Mueller, ex-FBI director at center of political tempest, dies at 81

After building a reputation for quiet rectitude, he became a political target as special counsel investigating Russian interference in the 2016 election.
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Robert Mueller, ex-FBI director at center of political tempest, dies at 81

After building a reputation for quiet rectitude, he became a political target as special counsel investigating Russian interference in the 2016 election.

Trump threatens to deploy ICE to airports as TSA shortages drive delays

Spring break travel is straining airports as rising callouts and resignations among unpaid TSA officers stretch security over a month into the funding standoff.
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Trump threatens to deploy ICE to airports as TSA shortages drive delays

Spring break travel is straining airports as rising callouts and resignations among unpaid TSA officers stretch security over a month into the funding standoff.

Super PAC spending passes $200M, with some groups hiding their cause

Groups that include pro-Israel organizations obscured their spending in some midterm races to try to defeat candidates that oppose their cause.
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Super PAC spending passes $200M, with some groups hiding their cause

Groups that include pro-Israel organizations obscured their spending in some midterm races to try to defeat candidates that oppose their cause.

Firm with ties to Trump officials signs deal to lobby for Libyan warlord

Ballard Partners will represent Khalifa Hifter and his armed forces, signaling a renegade commander’s desire to gain influence in Washington.
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Firm with ties to Trump officials signs deal to lobby for Libyan warlord

Ballard Partners will represent Khalifa Hifter and his armed forces, signaling a renegade commander’s desire to gain influence in Washington.