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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.
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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.

Justice Dept. again asks for Epstein grand jury testimony to be unsealed

The move is the first step the department has taken since Congress compelled the release of more files, though Trump could direct the release of such information without the courts.
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Justice Dept. again asks for Epstein grand jury testimony to be unsealed

The move is the first step the department has taken since Congress compelled the release of more files, though Trump could direct the release of such information without the courts.

It’s called the ‘six-year itch.’ Democrats hope it favors them for the Senate.

The sixth year of a presidency typically produces brutal results for his party in Senate races, but everything about Trump is unconventional.
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It’s called the ‘six-year itch.’ Democrats hope it favors them for the Senate.

The sixth year of a presidency typically produces brutal results for his party in Senate races, but everything about Trump is unconventional.

What Trump and Mamdani have said about each other — then and now

President Donald Trump’s Friday Oval office meeting with New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani shocked many for its civility. They had traded insults and threats for months.
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What Trump and Mamdani have said about each other — then and now

President Donald Trump’s Friday Oval office meeting with New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani shocked many for its civility. They had traded insults and threats for months.

AOC built her own political machine. Now she’s deciding her next move.

Seven years after Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leapt onto the national stage as an outsider, she’s learned an inside game and is considering a run for Senate or president.
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AOC built her own political machine. Now she’s deciding her next move.

Seven years after Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leapt onto the national stage as an outsider, she’s learned an inside game and is considering a run for Senate or president.

Justice Dept. attacks judge after prosecutors’ stumbles in Comey case

The Justice Department is going on the offensive to discredit the federal judge overseeing the case against former FBI director James B. Comey.
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Justice Dept. attacks judge after prosecutors’ stumbles in Comey case

The Justice Department is going on the offensive to discredit the federal judge overseeing the case against former FBI director James B. Comey.

Trump pivots from bashing Mamdani, predicting he will ‘do a great job’ as mayor

Trump warmed to Mamdani, even declaring he would finally feel comfortable moving back to the city with the 34-year-old democratic socialist running city hall.
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Trump pivots from bashing Mamdani, predicting he will ‘do a great job’ as mayor

Trump warmed to Mamdani, even declaring he would finally feel comfortable moving back to the city with the 34-year-old democratic socialist running city hall.

Democrats seek police action on Trump’s ‘threatening’ social media posts

Lawmakers responded to Trump writing that they should be arrested and potentially punished by death for encouraging service members to disobey illegal orders.
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Democrats seek police action on Trump’s ‘threatening’ social media posts

Lawmakers responded to Trump writing that they should be arrested and potentially punished by death for encouraging service members to disobey illegal orders.

Rep. Eric Swalwell, staunch Trump critic, launches bid for California governor

In an announcement video, the Democratic congressman said he will focus on resistance to the president and making the state more affordable.
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Rep. Eric Swalwell, staunch Trump critic, launches bid for California governor

In an announcement video, the Democratic congressman said he will focus on resistance to the president and making the state more affordable.

Does the military have to follow unlawful orders? What the oath says.

Democrats urged members of the military to refuse illegal orders — something President Trump called “seditious.” In fact, service members are bound by their oath of enlistment.
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Does the military have to follow unlawful orders? What the oath says.

Democrats urged members of the military to refuse illegal orders — something President Trump called “seditious.” In fact, service members are bound by their oath of enlistment.

In reversal, Coast Guard again classifies swastikas, nooses as hate symbols

The new order came hours after The Post reported the service would instead classify such symbols “potentially divisive” under guidelines set for release next month.
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In reversal, Coast Guard again classifies swastikas, nooses as hate symbols

The new order came hours after The Post reported the service would instead classify such symbols “potentially divisive” under guidelines set for release next month.

Poll shows most Americans dislike billionaires spending in elections

Campaign donations from the country’s richest are soaring. But only 12 percent of respondents say billionaires have a positive impact on society.
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Poll shows most Americans dislike billionaires spending in elections

Campaign donations from the country’s richest are soaring. But only 12 percent of respondents say billionaires have a positive impact on society.

Prosecutors quiz witness on Ed Martin, Bill Pulte moves in Schiff case

Prosecutors questioned a California Republican activist about her contact with Trump administration officials over their mortgage fraud investigation into Sen. Adam Schiff (D-California).
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Prosecutors quiz witness on Ed Martin, Bill Pulte moves in Schiff case

Prosecutors questioned a California Republican activist about her contact with Trump administration officials over their mortgage fraud investigation into Sen. Adam Schiff (D-California).

Under Trump, U.S. human rights reports will flag abortion, gender care

In a dramatic break, the State Department intends to scrutinize other countries’ abuses by emphasizing entitlements “given to us by God.”
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Under Trump, U.S. human rights reports will flag abortion, gender care

In a dramatic break, the State Department intends to scrutinize other countries’ abuses by emphasizing entitlements “given to us by God.”

U.S. Coast Guard will no longer classify swastikas, nooses as hate symbols

The military service, which falls under the Department of Homeland Security, has drafted a new policy that classifies such items “potentially divisive.”
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U.S. Coast Guard will no longer classify swastikas, nooses as hate symbols

The military service, which falls under the Department of Homeland Security, has drafted a new policy that classifies such items “potentially divisive.”

Trump-Marjorie Taylor Greene breakup shakes MAGA: ‘Mom and Dad are separated’

In Greene’s Georgia congressional district, much of the MAGA base has her back against Trump, who has called her a “traitor.”
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Trump-Marjorie Taylor Greene breakup shakes MAGA: ‘Mom and Dad are separated’

In Greene’s Georgia congressional district, much of the MAGA base has her back against Trump, who has called her a “traitor.”

They retired from the government. Now they’re back, protecting forests Trump abandoned.

The U.S. Forest Service lost thousands of workers under Trump. Volunteers and retirees are trying to help — but things are breaking.
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They retired from the government. Now they’re back, protecting forests Trump abandoned.

The U.S. Forest Service lost thousands of workers under Trump. Volunteers and retirees are trying to help — but things are breaking.

In surprise shift, Democrats are ahead in redistricting fight

After early redistricting wins, Trump faces setbacks over maps for Texas, Indiana and other Republican-led states, frustrating his allies.
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In surprise shift, Democrats are ahead in redistricting fight

After early redistricting wins, Trump faces setbacks over maps for Texas, Indiana and other Republican-led states, frustrating his allies.

U.S. pushes new Ukraine peace plan as Trump’s Army secretary visits Kyiv

The administration is renewing efforts to end the war, pitching a revised ceasefire proposal and giving a top military official an unusual diplomatic assignment.
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U.S. pushes new Ukraine peace plan as Trump’s Army secretary visits Kyiv

The administration is renewing efforts to end the war, pitching a revised ceasefire proposal and giving a top military official an unusual diplomatic assignment.

House Ethics opens investigation into Republican Rep. Cory Mills

The panel will probe multiple controversies Mills (R-Florida) has faced since joining the House, including allegations he benefited from federal weapons contracts.
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House Ethics opens investigation into Republican Rep. Cory Mills

The panel will probe multiple controversies Mills (R-Florida) has faced since joining the House, including allegations he benefited from federal weapons contracts.

Social Security scraps plan to limit disability benefits after uproar

The policy would have fundamentally altered who qualifies for the two federal disability programs by eliminating or limiting a person’s age as a factor to consider.
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Social Security scraps plan to limit disability benefits after uproar

The policy would have fundamentally altered who qualifies for the two federal disability programs by eliminating or limiting a person’s age as a factor to consider.

Trump says he’d ‘love to fire’ Powell, renewing attacks on Fed chair

Trump also seemed to pressure Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to somehow convince Powell to lower interest rates further — or be fired himself.
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Trump says he’d ‘love to fire’ Powell, renewing attacks on Fed chair

Trump also seemed to pressure Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to somehow convince Powell to lower interest rates further — or be fired himself.

Democratic megadonor Tom Steyer announces run for California governor

Steyer, who has a history of spending heavily on political causes, launched his campaign pledging to make the state more affordable.
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Democratic megadonor Tom Steyer announces run for California governor

Steyer, who has a history of spending heavily on political causes, launched his campaign pledging to make the state more affordable.

Since Khashoggi’s killing, here’s how U.S.-Saudi relations have changed

After Mohammed bin Salman’s last White House visit, U.S.-Saudi ties were strained by the slaying of Jamal Khashoggi. They’ve rebounded in Trump’s second term.
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Since Khashoggi’s killing, here’s how U.S.-Saudi relations have changed

After Mohammed bin Salman’s last White House visit, U.S.-Saudi ties were strained by the slaying of Jamal Khashoggi. They’ve rebounded in Trump’s second term.

Only lawmaker to vote no on Epstein files calls it a ‘principled’ stand

Rep. Clay Higgins, an outspoken Trump supporter, said he was “‘NO’ on this bill from the beginning,” arguing that innocent people will be hurt by the disclosures.
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Only lawmaker to vote no on Epstein files calls it a ‘principled’ stand

Rep. Clay Higgins, an outspoken Trump supporter, said he was “‘NO’ on this bill from the beginning,” arguing that innocent people will be hurt by the disclosures.

Who attended the White House dinner for Mohammed bin Salman

As candles flickered and a piano played in the East Room, leaders of the United States’ biggest companies signaled they were open for business with Saudi Arabia.
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Who attended the White House dinner for Mohammed bin Salman

As candles flickered and a piano played in the East Room, leaders of the United States’ biggest companies signaled they were open for business with Saudi Arabia.