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We asked 1,000 Americans if U.S. strikes on Iran should continue. Here’s what they said.

Resistance to the U.S. military campaign in Iran is easing overall, though a plurality of Americans still favor ending the strikes.
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We asked 1,000 Americans if U.S. strikes on Iran should continue. Here’s what they said.

Resistance to the U.S. military campaign in Iran is easing overall, though a plurality of Americans still favor ending the strikes.

Police say Jan. 6 plaque is unlawfully hidden from public at U.S. Capitol

Two police officers argue in a court filing that their lawsuit should continue because a law required a prominent display for the plaque.
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Police say Jan. 6 plaque is unlawfully hidden from public at U.S. Capitol

Two police officers argue in a court filing that their lawsuit should continue because a law required a prominent display for the plaque.

Trump touts economic agenda on tour as Iran war stirs prices, GOP dissent

The Ohio and Kentucky stops were meant to promote economic gains, but rising oil prices and Republican dissent over Iran threaten to complicate the message.
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Trump touts economic agenda on tour as Iran war stirs prices, GOP dissent

The Ohio and Kentucky stops were meant to promote economic gains, but rising oil prices and Republican dissent over Iran threaten to complicate the message.

Trump to tout economic agenda on tour as Iran war stirs prices, GOP dissent

The Ohio and Kentucky stops are meant to promote economic gains, but rising oil prices and Republican dissent over Iran threaten to complicate the message.
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Trump to tout economic agenda on tour as Iran war stirs prices, GOP dissent

The Ohio and Kentucky stops are meant to promote economic gains, but rising oil prices and Republican dissent over Iran threaten to complicate the message.

Senators seek review of Justice Department’s handling of Epstein files

A bipartisan group of senators raised concerns in a letter to the Government Accountability Office that the department failed to redact names and photos of victims.
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Senators seek review of Justice Department’s handling of Epstein files

A bipartisan group of senators raised concerns in a letter to the Government Accountability Office that the department failed to redact names and photos of victims.

Trump’s pick advances in race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

Clay Fuller, a district attorney, led among Republicans to replace the former congresswoman in deep-red Georgia, while Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Mississippi) fended off a primary challenge.
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Trump’s pick advances in race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

Clay Fuller, a district attorney, led among Republicans to replace the former congresswoman in deep-red Georgia, while Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Mississippi) fended off a primary challenge.

RFK Jr.’s vaccine advisers drop proposal to revisit covid-19 shot

Some members of the CDC’s vaccine advisory panel have publicly questioned the safety and manufacturing of the shots, including raising a debunked theory that DNA contaminants in the vaccines are harmful.
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RFK Jr.’s vaccine advisers drop proposal to revisit covid-19 shot

Some members of the CDC’s vaccine advisory panel have publicly questioned the safety and manufacturing of the shots, including raising a debunked theory that DNA contaminants in the vaccines are harmful.

Democrats ask what happened to millions earmarked for Trump’s library

ABC, Meta, Paramount and X reportedly agreed to pay at least $63 million in settlements with the president. The original fund was dissolved last year.
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Democrats ask what happened to millions earmarked for Trump’s library

ABC, Meta, Paramount and X reportedly agreed to pay at least $63 million in settlements with the president. The original fund was dissolved last year.

White House tells House GOP to avoid mass deportation talk ahead of midterms

White House tells GOP House members to avoid talk of “mass deportations” ahead of the midterms, backing away from public discussion of a key campaign pledge.
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White House tells House GOP to avoid mass deportation talk ahead of midterms

White House tells GOP House members to avoid talk of “mass deportations” ahead of the midterms, backing away from public discussion of a key campaign pledge.

‘Titanic’ statue of Trump and Epstein on the Mall draws praise, scorn

The statue, depicting them embracing on a copy of the Titanic bow, is the third placed on the Mall by the artists depicting a connection between Trump and Epstein.
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‘Titanic’ statue of Trump and Epstein on the Mall draws praise, scorn

The statue, depicting them embracing on a copy of the Titanic bow, is the third placed on the Mall by the artists depicting a connection between Trump and Epstein.

Ed Martin faces disciplinary proceedings over actions as D.C. U.S. attorney

The senior Justice Department official faces disciplinary proceedings over a letter he sent to Georgetown University’s law school about its DEI practices.
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Ed Martin faces disciplinary proceedings over actions as D.C. U.S. attorney

The senior Justice Department official faces disciplinary proceedings over a letter he sent to Georgetown University’s law school about its DEI practices.

Voting machine company Smartmatic says DOJ is targeting it to bolster false 2020 claims

The company asked a judge to dismiss foreign bribery charges filed against it last year, alleging a vindictive and selective prosecution.
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Voting machine company Smartmatic says DOJ is targeting it to bolster false 2020 claims

The company asked a judge to dismiss foreign bribery charges filed against it last year, alleging a vindictive and selective prosecution.

Whistleblower claims ex-DOGE member says he took Social Security data to new job

The Social Security inspector general’s office is investigating allegations that the former DOGE engineer took sensitive data on a thumb drive in a major potential security breach, said people familiar with the process.
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Whistleblower claims ex-DOGE member says he took Social Security data to new job

The Social Security inspector general’s office is investigating allegations that the former DOGE engineer took sensitive data on a thumb drive in a major potential security breach, said people familiar with the process.

Australia grants asylum to 5 Iranian soccer players after Trump pressure

The late-night visa approval came after a days-long operation, authorities said. The players had been criticized back home after they stood silently during the Iranian anthem.
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Australia grants asylum to 5 Iranian soccer players after Trump pressure

The late-night visa approval came after a days-long operation, authorities said. The players had been criticized back home after they stood silently during the Iranian anthem.

Australia grants asylum to 5 Iranian women’s soccer players after Trump pressure

The late-night visa approval came after a days-long operation, authorities said. The players had been criticized back home after they stood silently during the Iranian anthem.
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Australia grants asylum to 5 Iranian women’s soccer players after Trump pressure

The late-night visa approval came after a days-long operation, authorities said. The players had been criticized back home after they stood silently during the Iranian anthem.

In Trump’s Washington, Congress matters less than ever

Trump’s second presidency has accelerated the growth of executive power at the expense of the legislative branch, raising concerns about the balance of powers.
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In Trump’s Washington, Congress matters less than ever

Trump’s second presidency has accelerated the growth of executive power at the expense of the legislative branch, raising concerns about the balance of powers.

Democrats argue Trump’s China policy risks ‘strategic failure’

A new report, issued ahead of the president’s summit with Xi Jinping, takes aim at the administration’s record on trade, diplomacy and other aspects of American power.
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Democrats argue Trump’s China policy risks ‘strategic failure’

A new report, issued ahead of the president’s summit with Xi Jinping, takes aim at the administration’s record on trade, diplomacy and other aspects of American power.

Iran war’s oil shock fuels GOP political anxiety

Oil prices Monday spiked to levels not seen since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 before falling, while prices at the pump jumped nearly 50 cents higher than a week ago.
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Iran war’s oil shock fuels GOP political anxiety

Oil prices Monday spiked to levels not seen since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 before falling, while prices at the pump jumped nearly 50 cents higher than a week ago.

Consumer advocates, Democrats denounce Live Nation deal as inadequate

Officials have alleged that Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation Entertainment held an illegal monopoly over concerts and other live events.
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Consumer advocates, Democrats denounce Live Nation deal as inadequate

Officials have alleged that Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation Entertainment held an illegal monopoly over concerts and other live events.

Trio named to replace Alina Habba as U.S. attorney is also serving illegally, judge says

The decision comes amid a growing standoff over U.S. attorney appointments among all three branches of government.
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Trio named to replace Alina Habba as U.S. attorney is also serving illegally, judge says

The decision comes amid a growing standoff over U.S. attorney appointments among all three branches of government.

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson criticizes Supreme Court emergency rulings

During a public forum, Jackson and conservative Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh offered differing views of President Trump’s wins before the high court.
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Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson criticizes Supreme Court emergency rulings

During a public forum, Jackson and conservative Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh offered differing views of President Trump’s wins before the high court.

Rep. Kevin Kiley leaves GOP, further shrinking Speaker Johnson’s majority

During a news conference, Kiley said he will continue to caucus with House Republicans “for the remainder of this term” but pledged to be “an independent voice.”
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Rep. Kevin Kiley leaves GOP, further shrinking Speaker Johnson’s majority

During a news conference, Kiley said he will continue to caucus with House Republicans “for the remainder of this term” but pledged to be “an independent voice.”

FBI obtains voting data from Arizona GOP’s 2020 review that confirmed Trump’s loss

A federal grand jury in Arizona has subpoenaed records from a review Republican lawmakers conducted of the 2020 presidential results that confirmed Trump lost.
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FBI obtains voting data from Arizona GOP’s 2020 review that confirmed Trump’s loss

A federal grand jury in Arizona has subpoenaed records from a review Republican lawmakers conducted of the 2020 presidential results that confirmed Trump lost.

Early Iran strikes cost $5.6 billion in munitions, Pentagon estimates

The figure, accounting for the war’s first two days, is likely to intensify concerns in Congress that U.S. forces are churning through a scarce supply of advanced weaponry.
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Early Iran strikes cost $5.6 billion in munitions, Pentagon estimates

The figure, accounting for the war’s first two days, is likely to intensify concerns in Congress that U.S. forces are churning through a scarce supply of advanced weaponry.

Live Nation, Ticketmaster agree to settle antitrust lawsuit with Justice Department

Officials have alleged that Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation Entertainment held an illegal monopoly over concerts and other live events.
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Live Nation, Ticketmaster agree to settle antitrust lawsuit with Justice Department

Officials have alleged that Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation Entertainment held an illegal monopoly over concerts and other live events.

After slashing federal jobs, Trump administration ramps up hiring

The hiring push is unfolding under new rules designed to give the White House greater influence over the government’s 2-million person civilian workforce.
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After slashing federal jobs, Trump administration ramps up hiring

The hiring push is unfolding under new rules designed to give the White House greater influence over the government’s 2-million person civilian workforce.

A wartime presidency defined by Trump’s unique political style

President Trump is recasting the role of wartime leader in his image, breaking from generations of practice as he attacks his domestic enemies and revels in memes.
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A wartime presidency defined by Trump’s unique political style

President Trump is recasting the role of wartime leader in his image, breaking from generations of practice as he attacks his domestic enemies and revels in memes.

Tim Walz talks about the ‘generational trauma’ his state has faced

Amid President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, Americans saw Minnesotans at their best, looking out for each other, the governor tells The Post.
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Tim Walz talks about the ‘generational trauma’ his state has faced

Amid President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, Americans saw Minnesotans at their best, looking out for each other, the governor tells The Post.

Trump is betting that bigger income tax refunds will boost the GOP

Republicans designed parts of Trump’s signature tax law to deliver larger refunds this filing season, offering a potential political boost before the midterms.
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Trump is betting that bigger income tax refunds will boost the GOP

Republicans designed parts of Trump’s signature tax law to deliver larger refunds this filing season, offering a potential political boost before the midterms.

Texas primaries raise GOP alarm about Latino voters

Strong Democratic turnout last week in heavily Latino parts of Texas has some Republicans fearing they will struggle to maintain the coalition Trump built in 2024.
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Texas primaries raise GOP alarm about Latino voters

Strong Democratic turnout last week in heavily Latino parts of Texas has some Republicans fearing they will struggle to maintain the coalition Trump built in 2024.

Trump confronts ‘bad part of war’ as troops killed in Iran conflict return home

Trump joined grieving families at Dover Air Force Base for a dignified transfer as the remains of the first troops killed in the Iran war returned to the U.S.
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Trump confronts ‘bad part of war’ as troops killed in Iran conflict return home

Trump joined grieving families at Dover Air Force Base for a dignified transfer as the remains of the first troops killed in the Iran war returned to the U.S.

Pakistani man convicted in Iran-backed plot to kill Trump

Asif Merchant’s case played out amid a broadening conflict in the Middle East. He was accused of working with the Iranian government to kill high-ranking U.S. officials.
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Pakistani man convicted in Iran-backed plot to kill Trump

Asif Merchant’s case played out amid a broadening conflict in the Middle East. He was accused of working with the Iranian government to kill high-ranking U.S. officials.

Intel report warns large-scale war ‘unlikely’ to oust Iran’s regime

A classified U.S. report doubts that Iran’s opposition would take power following either a short or extended U.S. military campaign.
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Intel report warns large-scale war ‘unlikely’ to oust Iran’s regime

A classified U.S. report doubts that Iran’s opposition would take power following either a short or extended U.S. military campaign.