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Politics
Biden picks Jack Lew as ambassador to Israel at a tense time in the relationship
Lew is a seasoned veteran at the highest levels of U.S. public service. His nomination underscores the importance that Biden is putting on the relationship with Israel.
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Politics
In a state where elections can be close, Wisconsin Latinos learn their political power
Wisconsin is not known for the power of the Latino vote, but in a state with such tiny margins even a small shift can have a big impact on national politics.
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Politics
Republicans see an opportunity in Wisconsin with Latino voters
In 2020, Latino voters shifted slightly more Republican. Ahead of 2024, these voters could be the deciders in an election that might come down to just thousands of votes in states like Wisconsin.
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Politics
Man accused of threatening Biden shot and killed in FBI raid in Utah
A Utah man who was accused of making threats to President Biden was shot and killed in an FBI raid. The man also threatened New York prosecutor Alvin Bragg.
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Politics
Raising money and poll numbers, Donald Trump stays 'Teflon Don' amid indictments
In 2016, then-candidate Donald Trump claimed he could shoot someone and not lose any voters. Now, he faces criminal charges in three separate indictments, and voters continue to support "Teflon Don."
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Politics
Trump still leads the pack in Iowa. But other Republicans are hoping for an opening
Former President Donald Trump maintains a double-digit lead over Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in local polls, but Iowa party leaders say Trump has left an opening for his rivals to gain some ground.
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Politics
Biden meets with U.K. PM Rishi Sunak about Northern Ireland and war in Ukraine
President Biden meets U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to discuss Russia's war in Ukraine and developments in Northern Ireland.
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Politics
Book bans are on the rise. Biden is naming a point person to address that
Book bans in schools can violate federal civil rights laws if they create a hostile environment for students. The Education Department will have a new point person to talk to schools about bans.
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Law & Courts
Former aide to President Trump testifies before a grand jury in Florida
Taylor Budowich's testimony is part of a parade of witnesses in the special counsel's classified documents probe.
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Politics
Lingering concerns could upend the debt ceiling deal
President Joe Biden has reached a deal with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on raising the debt ceiling. Now, it's up to the Senate and House to approve the deal.