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Judge questions Trump aides’ ‘brazen’ claims on White House ballroom

The planned $400 million project has been a top priority for the president. Judge Richard Leon said he hopes to rule this month on whether to halt construction.
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Judge questions Trump aides’ ‘brazen’ claims on White House ballroom

The planned $400 million project has been a top priority for the president. Judge Richard Leon said he hopes to rule this month on whether to halt construction.

Senate votes to take up Trump’s voting bill to ‘guarantee the midterms’

The Save America Act does not have the support of the 60 senators needed to overcome a filibuster — but Republicans are set to debate it at length under pressure from President Donald Trump.
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Senate votes to take up Trump’s voting bill to ‘guarantee the midterms’

The Save America Act does not have the support of the 60 senators needed to overcome a filibuster — but Republicans are set to debate it at length under pressure from President Donald Trump.

Trump appointees aren’t legally qualified to vote on ballroom, critics say

Federal law governing the panel requires that members have “experience in city or regional planning,” raising the possibility of a court challenge.
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Trump appointees aren’t legally qualified to vote on ballroom, critics say

Federal law governing the panel requires that members have “experience in city or regional planning,” raising the possibility of a court challenge.

Amid Iran war, Democratic Senate hopeful tries to win back Arab American voters

Abdul El-Sayed, backed by Sanders, is betting a populist agenda is Democrats’ path back to power in a state that has traditionally produced more moderate senators.
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Amid Iran war, Democratic Senate hopeful tries to win back Arab American voters

Abdul El-Sayed, backed by Sanders, is betting a populist agenda is Democrats’ path back to power in a state that has traditionally produced more moderate senators.

European leaders rebuff Trump’s call to open the Strait of Hormuz

Trump has expressed frustration over a lack of military assistance from allies, but leaders are reluctant to join a conflict he started without consulting them.
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European leaders rebuff Trump’s call to open the Strait of Hormuz

Trump has expressed frustration over a lack of military assistance from allies, but leaders are reluctant to join a conflict he started without consulting them.

Judge halts RFK Jr.’s vaccine overhaul, citing flawed process

The judge said the government has undermined its history of recognizing the importance of involving independent experts in setting the national public health agenda.
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Judge halts RFK Jr.’s vaccine overhaul, citing flawed process

The judge said the government has undermined its history of recognizing the importance of involving independent experts in setting the national public health agenda.

Federal judge blocks RFK Jr.’s vaccine policy overhaul for now

The judge said the government has undermined its history of recognizing the importance of involving independent experts in setting the national public health agenda.
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Federal judge blocks RFK Jr.’s vaccine policy overhaul for now

The judge said the government has undermined its history of recognizing the importance of involving independent experts in setting the national public health agenda.

Number of U.S. troops wounded in Iran war surpasses 200 across 7 countries

The injuries have occurred as Iran launches waves of missile and one-way attack drones in response to the Trump administration’s expansive assault.
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Number of U.S. troops wounded in Iran war surpasses 200 across 7 countries

The injuries have occurred as Iran launches waves of missile and one-way attack drones in response to the Trump administration’s expansive assault.

Supreme Court to consider whether Trump can end protected status for Syrians, Haitians

A decision by the Supreme Court could affect other challenges to the government’s efforts to end temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of migrants.
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Supreme Court to consider whether Trump can end protected status for Syrians, Haitians

A decision by the Supreme Court could affect other challenges to the government’s efforts to end temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of migrants.

Susie Wiles, White House chief of staff, has breast cancer, Trump says

The president’s longtime confidante plans to continue working while receiving treatment. Her prognosis is “beyond excellent,” Trump said.
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Susie Wiles, White House chief of staff, has breast cancer, Trump says

The president’s longtime confidante plans to continue working while receiving treatment. Her prognosis is “beyond excellent,” Trump said.

As states scrap for congressional seats, Virginia could tip the scales

The party’s well-funded canvassing and advertising campaign for a referendum that could add four blue seats to Congress has Republicans scrambling to respond.
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As states scrap for congressional seats, Virginia could tip the scales

The party’s well-funded canvassing and advertising campaign for a referendum that could add four blue seats to Congress has Republicans scrambling to respond.

Young voters helped elect Trump, but some have regrets over the Iran war

They were a key part of the coalition that powered the president’s comeback, and their frustrations signal vulnerability for Republicans ahead of the midterms.
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Young voters helped elect Trump, but some have regrets over the Iran war

They were a key part of the coalition that powered the president’s comeback, and their frustrations signal vulnerability for Republicans ahead of the midterms.

Why Democrats are counting on Virginia to thwart Trump’s plans

The party’s well-funded canvassing and advertising campaign for a referendum that could add four blue seats to Congress has Republicans scrambling to respond.
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Why Democrats are counting on Virginia to thwart Trump’s plans

The party’s well-funded canvassing and advertising campaign for a referendum that could add four blue seats to Congress has Republicans scrambling to respond.

Illinois Senate primary pits crypto-backed candidate against Pritzker’s pick

The Democratic contest highlights divisions over crypto regulation and billionaire influence in politics, as the industry spends millions in a battle with the governor.
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Illinois Senate primary pits crypto-backed candidate against Pritzker’s pick

The Democratic contest highlights divisions over crypto regulation and billionaire influence in politics, as the industry spends millions in a battle with the governor.

Trump is eager to declare victory, but a battered Iran still has cards to play

The U.S. and Israel crippled Iranian forces in two weeks of war, but Tehran’s ability to disrupt oil flows and its uranium stockpile complicate the push to end it.
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Trump is eager to declare victory, but a battered Iran still has cards to play

The U.S. and Israel crippled Iranian forces in two weeks of war, but Tehran’s ability to disrupt oil flows and its uranium stockpile complicate the push to end it.

Appointee wants to replace White House columns with the ones Trump prefers

The head of a federal arts commission is proposing the more ornate Corinthian style for the nearly 200-year-old columns at the building’s front entrance
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Appointee wants to replace White House columns with the ones Trump prefers

The head of a federal arts commission is proposing the more ornate Corinthian style for the nearly 200-year-old columns at the building’s front entrance

Trump urges world to help open Strait of Hormuz; U.S. Embassy in Baghdad hit

As the Iran war enters its third week and oil prices surge, President Donald Trump is attempting to restart shipping through a key choke point closed by Iran.
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Trump urges world to help open Strait of Hormuz; U.S. Embassy in Baghdad hit

As the Iran war enters its third week and oil prices surge, President Donald Trump is attempting to restart shipping through a key choke point closed by Iran.

Trump says U.S. struck Kharg Island, core of Iran’s oil economy

The strikes destroyed more than 90 military targets, including missile facilities, but preserved oil infrastructure, U.S. central command said Saturday.
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Trump says U.S. struck Kharg Island, core of Iran’s oil economy

The strikes destroyed more than 90 military targets, including missile facilities, but preserved oil infrastructure, U.S. central command said Saturday.

GOP, fearing tough fight for Texas Senate seat, paints Democrat as radical

Talarico, who is looking to flip Texas blue in his quest for the U.S. Senate, says the attacks from Republicans are a distraction from real issues.
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GOP, fearing tough fight for Texas Senate seat, paints Democrat as radical

Talarico, who is looking to flip Texas blue in his quest for the U.S. Senate, says the attacks from Republicans are a distraction from real issues.

Trump says U.S. bombed Kharg Island, striking core of Iran’s oil economy

About 90 percent of the country’s oil exports move through facilities on Kharg Island, located some 15 miles from the mainland in the Persian Gulf.
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Trump says U.S. bombed Kharg Island, striking core of Iran’s oil economy

About 90 percent of the country’s oil exports move through facilities on Kharg Island, located some 15 miles from the mainland in the Persian Gulf.

Sinema acknowledges affair with Senate bodyguard while in office

The acknowledgement is part of a legal filing to dismiss an “alienation of affection” lawsuit against the former senator from Arizona.
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Sinema acknowledges affair with Senate bodyguard while in office

The acknowledgement is part of a legal filing to dismiss an “alienation of affection” lawsuit against the former senator from Arizona.

Court blocks Justice Department subpoenas of Federal Reserve

U.S. District Judge James E. Boasberg cited a lack of evidence against central bank chief Jerome H. Powell and suggested the subpoenas aimed to pressure him.
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Court blocks Justice Department subpoenas of Federal Reserve

U.S. District Judge James E. Boasberg cited a lack of evidence against central bank chief Jerome H. Powell and suggested the subpoenas aimed to pressure him.

White House proposes new visitor screening center to access grounds

The 33,000-square-foot screening center, planned below Sherman Park, would be the Trump administration’s latest effort to remake the White House grounds.
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White House proposes new visitor screening center to access grounds

The 33,000-square-foot screening center, planned below Sherman Park, would be the Trump administration’s latest effort to remake the White House grounds.

6 dead after U.S. Air Force refueler crashes in Iraq while supporting Iran war

The KC-135 tanker was involved in an apparent accident with another KC-135. The other aircraft landed safely, officials said.
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6 dead after U.S. Air Force refueler crashes in Iraq while supporting Iran war

The KC-135 tanker was involved in an apparent accident with another KC-135. The other aircraft landed safely, officials said.

Can Florida save Trump’s plan to keep GOP in power?

Republicans in Florida say they may not be able to deliver the type of redistricting bonanza that would give the party breathing room in the midterms.
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Can Florida save Trump’s plan to keep GOP in power?

Republicans in Florida say they may not be able to deliver the type of redistricting bonanza that would give the party breathing room in the midterms.

Trump is counting on his ‘favorite Mormon’ to deliver health care wins

Chris Klomp, a political unknown a year ago, is now steering the $2.6 trillion health department. Several controversial appointees have since left.
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Trump is counting on his ‘favorite Mormon’ to deliver health care wins

Chris Klomp, a political unknown a year ago, is now steering the $2.6 trillion health department. Several controversial appointees have since left.

4 dead after U.S. Air Force refueler crashes in Iraq while supporting Iran war

The KC-135 tanker, which had a crew of six, was involved in an apparent accident with another KC-135. The other aircraft landed safely, officials said.
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4 dead after U.S. Air Force refueler crashes in Iraq while supporting Iran war

The KC-135 tanker, which had a crew of six, was involved in an apparent accident with another KC-135. The other aircraft landed safely, officials said.

U.S. Air Force refueler crashes in Iraq while supporting Iran war

Rescue efforts are ongoing, officials said, after the KC-135 tanker and another aircraft were involved in an apparent accident.
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U.S. Air Force refueler crashes in Iraq while supporting Iran war

Rescue efforts are ongoing, officials said, after the KC-135 tanker and another aircraft were involved in an apparent accident.

In anti-Muslim post, Tuberville suggests New York’s Mamdani is ‘the enemy’

The Alabama senator, who is running for governor, has previously called for the mass expulsion of Muslims from the United States.
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In anti-Muslim post, Tuberville suggests New York’s Mamdani is ‘the enemy’

The Alabama senator, who is running for governor, has previously called for the mass expulsion of Muslims from the United States.

Rep. Clyburn, former No. 3 House Democrat, will seek reelection

The announcement from Clyburn, who turns 86 in July, comes as younger Democrats are challenging the old guard in primaries throughout the country.
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Rep. Clyburn, former No. 3 House Democrat, will seek reelection

The announcement from Clyburn, who turns 86 in July, comes as younger Democrats are challenging the old guard in primaries throughout the country.

U.S. sailors injured in fire aboard aircraft carrier supporting Iran war

The incident, in a laundry room on the USS Gerald R. Ford, is another setback during the ship’s extended deployment.
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U.S. sailors injured in fire aboard aircraft carrier supporting Iran war

The incident, in a laundry room on the USS Gerald R. Ford, is another setback during the ship’s extended deployment.

Former NFL players decry White House video mixing big hits, airstrikes

The Trump administration released a video on X using footage of Ray Lewis, Chad Ochocinco and other former NFL players juxtaposed with war footage.
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Former NFL players decry White House video mixing big hits, airstrikes

The Trump administration released a video on X using footage of Ray Lewis, Chad Ochocinco and other former NFL players juxtaposed with war footage.

DHS pick Markwayne Mullin once hired felon who illegally stored guns at work

Sen. Markwayne Mullin denied knowing about the employee’s criminal record, but the employee says he did. A “cache” of weapons was found at Mullin’s business.
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DHS pick Markwayne Mullin once hired felon who illegally stored guns at work

Sen. Markwayne Mullin denied knowing about the employee’s criminal record, but the employee says he did. A “cache” of weapons was found at Mullin’s business.

AI money is already influencing the midterms. And more is coming.

Candidates backed by AI companies have found early success — of the 20 candidates in the Texas and North Carolina primaries who received AI funds, only one lost her race.
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AI money is already influencing the midterms. And more is coming.

Candidates backed by AI companies have found early success — of the 20 candidates in the Texas and North Carolina primaries who received AI funds, only one lost her race.