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Trump calls Iran’s response to peace plan ‘unacceptable’ as ceasefire is tested

Details of Iran’s response were not immediately clear. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said recently that he hoped the response would be a “serious offer.”
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Trump calls Iran’s response to peace plan ‘unacceptable’ as ceasefire is tested

Details of Iran’s response were not immediately clear. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said recently that he hoped the response would be a “serious offer.”

Abraham Foxman, influential leader of Anti-Defamation League, dies at 86

As the ADL’s national director for nearly 30 years, he battled antisemitism and other forms of prejudice, building the group into a powerful watchdog.
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Abraham Foxman, influential leader of Anti-Defamation League, dies at 86

As the ADL’s national director for nearly 30 years, he battled antisemitism and other forms of prejudice, building the group into a powerful watchdog.

Iran responds to U.S. peace proposal after clashes test ceasefire

Details were not immediately clear. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said recently that he hoped the response would be a “serious offer.”
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Iran responds to U.S. peace proposal after clashes test ceasefire

Details were not immediately clear. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said recently that he hoped the response would be a “serious offer.”

Lawyers for the global elite aren’t buying Trump’s gold card visa

Even Melania’s former lawyer is warning people away from Trump’s program designed to make immigration easier for the wealthy.
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Lawyers for the global elite aren’t buying Trump’s gold card visa

Even Melania’s former lawyer is warning people away from Trump’s program designed to make immigration easier for the wealthy.

Top Maryland Democrat is fighting for his job after resisting redistricting plan

Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson (D) faces a tough primary challenge after defying Democratic leaders including Gov. Wes Moore on redistricting.
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Top Maryland Democrat is fighting for his job after resisting redistricting plan

Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson (D) faces a tough primary challenge after defying Democratic leaders including Gov. Wes Moore on redistricting.

With GOP wins on election maps, Democrats have a steeper climb to victory

Republicans are eight seats closer to keeping control of the House, making Democrats’ climb toward reclaiming power in November more difficult.
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With GOP wins on election maps, Democrats have a steeper climb to victory

Republicans are eight seats closer to keeping control of the House, making Democrats’ climb toward reclaiming power in November more difficult.

DOJ sees fallout after push to prosecute former FBI director James Comey

Several prosecutors have left the Justice Department, others are considering doing so, and at least one major case has been disrupted.
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DOJ sees fallout after push to prosecute former FBI director James Comey

Several prosecutors have left the Justice Department, others are considering doing so, and at least one major case has been disrupted.

Virginia’s high court strikes down voter-passed House map favoring Democrats

The finding is a major setback for Democrats in their effort to counter GOP-led redistricting in other states. The measure approved April 21 gave Democrats an edge in four districts.
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Virginia’s high court strikes down voter-passed House map favoring Democrats

The finding is a major setback for Democrats in their effort to counter GOP-led redistricting in other states. The measure approved April 21 gave Democrats an edge in four districts.

White House prepares to replace FDA leader Marty Makary amid agency turmoil

FDA Commissioner Marty Makary has faced criticism over his leadership of the agency that oversees vaccine and drug approvals.
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White House prepares to replace FDA leader Marty Makary amid agency turmoil

FDA Commissioner Marty Makary has faced criticism over his leadership of the agency that oversees vaccine and drug approvals.

Trump says ceasefire still intact after burst of violence with Iran

The attacks cast fresh doubt on efforts by Washington and Tehran to reach a negotiated settlement that would end hostilities.
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Trump says ceasefire still intact after burst of violence with Iran

The attacks cast fresh doubt on efforts by Washington and Tehran to reach a negotiated settlement that would end hostilities.

Anti-woke Vivek Ramaswamy confronts racism in his run for Ohio governor

Vivek Ramaswamy built a political brand casting racism as an obsession of Democrats. As a Republican running for Ohio governor, he’s facing racism on the right.
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Anti-woke Vivek Ramaswamy confronts racism in his run for Ohio governor

Vivek Ramaswamy built a political brand casting racism as an obsession of Democrats. As a Republican running for Ohio governor, he’s facing racism on the right.

In Rome, Rubio is gifted documents detailing his Italian heritage

The secretary of state was in Italy to help smooth relations between the U.S. and the Vatican after President Trump’s repeated criticism of Pope Leo XIV.
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In Rome, Rubio is gifted documents detailing his Italian heritage

The secretary of state was in Italy to help smooth relations between the U.S. and the Vatican after President Trump’s repeated criticism of Pope Leo XIV.

Trump says ceasefire is intact after U.S. and Iran exchange fire

The burst of violence cast fresh doubt on efforts by Washington and Tehran to reach a negotiated settlement that would end hostilities.
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Trump says ceasefire is intact after U.S. and Iran exchange fire

The burst of violence cast fresh doubt on efforts by Washington and Tehran to reach a negotiated settlement that would end hostilities.

As Marcomentum sweeps the internet, Rubio, White House swear off 2028 talk

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has won over some former critics while Vice President JD Vance struggles with Trump’s shadow.
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As Marcomentum sweeps the internet, Rubio, White House swear off 2028 talk

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has won over some former critics while Vice President JD Vance struggles with Trump’s shadow.

U.S. strikes Iran in response to attacks on warships, military says

The “self-defense strikes” followed attacks on three American naval vessels, though none of the warships was hit, U.S. Central Command said in a statement.
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U.S. strikes Iran in response to attacks on warships, military says

The “self-defense strikes” followed attacks on three American naval vessels, though none of the warships was hit, U.S. Central Command said in a statement.

Judge rules DOGE’s cuts to humanities grants were unconstitutional

A federal judge said more than $100 million in cuts to NEH grants were discriminatory, ruling in a case that revealed the inner workings of DOGE.
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Judge rules DOGE’s cuts to humanities grants were unconstitutional

A federal judge said more than $100 million in cuts to NEH grants were discriminatory, ruling in a case that revealed the inner workings of DOGE.

Tennessee lawmakers approve new House map to eliminate Democratic-held seat

Republicans in the state could hold a 9-0 advantage in the U.S. House with their new map, after the Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act last week.
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Tennessee lawmakers approve new House map to eliminate Democratic-held seat

Republicans in the state could hold a 9-0 advantage in the U.S. House with their new map, after the Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act last week.

Aides cite friendly meeting as Rubio aims to mend U.S. ties with Pope Leo

Relations between the United States and the Vatican are at a low point over President Donald Trump’s attacks on Leo, who is a leading critic of the war in Iran.
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Aides cite friendly meeting as Rubio aims to mend U.S. ties with Pope Leo

Relations between the United States and the Vatican are at a low point over President Donald Trump’s attacks on Leo, who is a leading critic of the war in Iran.

U.S. launches strikes on Iran after attacks on warships, military says

The “self-defense strikes” followed attacks on three American naval vessels, U.S. Central Command said in a statement. None of the U.S. warships were hit.
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U.S. launches strikes on Iran after attacks on warships, military says

The “self-defense strikes” followed attacks on three American naval vessels, U.S. Central Command said in a statement. None of the U.S. warships were hit.

Trump pledged to free Jimmy Lai. Now U.S. lawmakers want action at China summit.

The president previously committed to helping the 78-year-old Lai, a symbol of Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement who has been imprisoned since 2020.
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Trump pledged to free Jimmy Lai. Now U.S. lawmakers want action at China summit.

The president previously committed to helping the 78-year-old Lai, a symbol of Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement who has been imprisoned since 2020.

Karoline Leavitt announces birth of baby girl and will take maternity leave

Viviana was born May 1, making Leavitt the first White House press secretary to give birth while in the job. She has not yet set a date to return to work.
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Karoline Leavitt announces birth of baby girl and will take maternity leave

Viviana was born May 1, making Leavitt the first White House press secretary to give birth while in the job. She has not yet set a date to return to work.

Tennessee House approves congressional map to eliminate Democratic-held seat

Republicans in the state could hold a 9-0 advantage in the U.S. House with their new map, after the Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act last week.
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Tennessee House approves congressional map to eliminate Democratic-held seat

Republicans in the state could hold a 9-0 advantage in the U.S. House with their new map, after the Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act last week.

U.S. intelligence says Iran can outlast Trump’s Hormuz blockade for months

A confidential intelligence community assessment delivered to the White House also finds that Iran retains a substantial missile and drone arsenal.
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U.S. intelligence says Iran can outlast Trump’s Hormuz blockade for months

A confidential intelligence community assessment delivered to the White House also finds that Iran retains a substantial missile and drone arsenal.

Federal workers had their annual award show. Many were too afraid to show up.

A year after the U.S. DOGE Service dramatically slashed the civil service, government workers are still spooked about getting on the Trump administration’s bad side.
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Federal workers had their annual award show. Many were too afraid to show up.

A year after the U.S. DOGE Service dramatically slashed the civil service, government workers are still spooked about getting on the Trump administration’s bad side.

Undeterred by polls and courts, Trump honors ballroom donors at White House

Amid the war with Iran, surging gas prices and backlash to his immigration policies, the president continues to dedicate extensive time to his signature project.
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Undeterred by polls and courts, Trump honors ballroom donors at White House

Amid the war with Iran, surging gas prices and backlash to his immigration policies, the president continues to dedicate extensive time to his signature project.

Democrats see Senate control within reach — but some big hurdles remain

The political terrain remains forbidding, but the president’s crumbling approval ratings and the Iran war’s weight on the economy offer the party an opening.
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Democrats see Senate control within reach — but some big hurdles remain

The political terrain remains forbidding, but the president’s crumbling approval ratings and the Iran war’s weight on the economy offer the party an opening.

Rubio visits Rome aiming to repair White House ties with Pope Leo

Relations between the United States and the Vatican are at a low point over President Trump’s attacks on Pope Leo, who is a leading critic of the war in Iran.
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Rubio visits Rome aiming to repair White House ties with Pope Leo

Relations between the United States and the Vatican are at a low point over President Trump’s attacks on Pope Leo, who is a leading critic of the war in Iran.

Judge denies request to return 2020 ballots seized from Fulton County, Georgia

The FBI’s seizure of Fulton County’s voting materials has stoked alarm among election officials and democracy advocates.
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Judge denies request to return 2020 ballots seized from Fulton County, Georgia

The FBI’s seizure of Fulton County’s voting materials has stoked alarm among election officials and democracy advocates.

Lutnick testifies before congressional panel investigating Epstein

The commerce secretary participated in a voluntary interview with the House Oversight Committee to explain his ties to the late financier and convicted sex offender.
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Lutnick testifies before congressional panel investigating Epstein

The commerce secretary participated in a voluntary interview with the House Oversight Committee to explain his ties to the late financier and convicted sex offender.

FBI raids business of state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, a key Virginia Democrat

The offices of state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, a Democrat, as well as a cannabis dispensary she co-owns were raided. The exact nature and targets of the probe remain unclear.
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FBI raids business of state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, a key Virginia Democrat

The offices of state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, a Democrat, as well as a cannabis dispensary she co-owns were raided. The exact nature and targets of the probe remain unclear.

Court releases purported suicide note from Jeffrey Epstein

The note, which was discovered by Epstein’s former cellmate, had been under seal for years. No court or investigative agency has vouched for its authenticity.
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Court releases purported suicide note from Jeffrey Epstein

The note, which was discovered by Epstein’s former cellmate, had been under seal for years. No court or investigative agency has vouched for its authenticity.

FBI raids business of Democratic Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas

The offices of state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, a Democrat, as well as a cannabis dispensary she co-owns were raided. The exact nature and targets of the probe remain unclear.
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FBI raids business of Democratic Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas

The offices of state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, a Democrat, as well as a cannabis dispensary she co-owns were raided. The exact nature and targets of the probe remain unclear.

Trump hosts UFC fighters in Oval Office, touts Iran progress

The unusual White House scene highlighted President Donald Trump’s diverse set of priorities as he juggles a war with event planning.
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Trump hosts UFC fighters in Oval Office, touts Iran progress

The unusual White House scene highlighted President Donald Trump’s diverse set of priorities as he juggles a war with event planning.

Iran war amplifies divisions within both parties over U.S.-Israel ties

On the campaign trail and elsewhere, the alliance has gone from a bipartisan consensus to a subject of fierce debate among Republicans and Democrats alike.
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Iran war amplifies divisions within both parties over U.S.-Israel ties

On the campaign trail and elsewhere, the alliance has gone from a bipartisan consensus to a subject of fierce debate among Republicans and Democrats alike.