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GOP lawmakers sharply divided as bipartisan immigration reform bill sparks infighting, with some calling for President Trump's intervention over its potential to shield millions from deportation.
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A Department of Justice investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center reveals that the demand for racist ideologies far exceeds their ability to supply them. The SPLC scandal highlights a broader reality in today's advocacy economy where racism is increasingly in high demand.
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A registered sex offender has been accused of carrying out six daytime sexual assaults against women in one day in the affluent Los Angeles San Fernando Valley. The incident is part of a recent surge in crimes in the area.
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Senate Republicans failed in their bid to attach a voter ID and citizenship verification bill to their party-line funding package for federal immigration enforcement. The proposal was sunk after it gained bipartisan support from some Senate Republicans who joined Democrats in opposing the measure.
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has suspended National Police Chief Fuzz Kawana after he was charged with breaking finance laws over the awarding of a $21m healthcare contract. The suspension comes as the country continues to grapple with corruption allegations.
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Virginia Republicans regroup for a last-ditch effort to save their House majority after a red-county judge intervened in the state's redistricting fight, sending the case to the high court. The certification process was thrown into chaos late Wednesday.
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Mixed views exist in Lebanon ahead of controversial talks with Israel, as some express caution and skepticism, while others are indifferent or even amused by the negotiations. A shop owner in Beirut laughed off when asked for comment on the direct talks between the two countries.
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A 12-year-old boy was saved by his father, who died saving him from a rip current at a popular beach destination, and is being hailed as a hero by the family.
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Mets fans are calling for Mayor Zohran Mamdani to stay away from the team after their 12-game losing streak was snapped on Wednesday night. The team had lost every game since April 9, when Mamdani hugged Mr. and Mrs. Met.
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A Florida retiree, described as financially savvy and sharp, fell victim to a fake PayPal refund scam that cost him $200,000.
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Democratic Congressional candidate Christina Bohannan has faced criticism for calling Iowa a 'backwards' state over its rural areas in recent podcast remarks, sparking scrutiny from Republicans in her battleground district.
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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz shrugs off the state's massive fraud scandal, attributing it as a GOP tactic to demonize the immigrant community.
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Rep. Pat Fallon launches bid for House Oversight Committee chairman as James Comer's 6-year term limit nears. Fallon is among several Republicans vying to succeed Comer in the leadership role.
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A new national poll suggests that Republican candidates are gaining an edge on voters on key issues like border security and crime, while Democrats struggle to gain traction in other areas such as immigration and gun control. The poll, conducted just six months before the midterm elections, could signal warning signs for both parties.
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The Justice Department has reclassified state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug under new guidelines signed by Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
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President Donald Trump's administration is reclassifying state-licensed marijuana as a 'less-dangerous' drug, allowing it to be regulated at the federal level.
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The House Administration Committee has scheduled a hearing in May to question ActBlue CEO Regina Wallace-Jones about allegations of lax security on the Democratic fundraising platform, where she 'needs to come clean' regarding its vulnerabilities.
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Toyota's CUE7 robot has been spotted shooting hoops using AI technology during a professional basketball game, offering an unusual glimpse into the automaker's capabilities. The 7-foot-2 robot performed well, marking its impressive debut in such a high-profile setting.
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The US may have depleted roughly half of its Patriot missile interceptors during the brief conflict with Iran, highlighting the need for a years-long rebuild process.
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Republicans cut Democrats out of a long-awaited funding bill, voting exclusively along party lines on border security and other measures in an overnight session. The move comes as part of a larger effort to address border issues and other contentious policies.
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The Southern Poverty Law Center's revenue more than doubled in the months following the 2017 Charlottesville 'Unite the Right' rally, but the group is now facing renewed scrutiny after a DOJ allegation of ties between an informant and the organization.
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The 'Boom Belt,' a region spanning from the southern Great Plains to the Appalachian Mountains, is making significant noise with migration due to its strong economy and job market opportunities, drawing people from across the US. This shift is transforming the demographics of states like Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, which are expected to play a crucial role in shaping America's future economy.
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Lawmakers facing corruption charges are increasingly using resignation as a way to avoid potential expulsion, with at least one case already cited in Florida where an indictment led to a swift departure from office.
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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass met with President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday to push for wildfire relief funding, marking a rare moment of cooperation after months of clashes. The meeting came after months of tension between the two, but ultimately focused on providing aid to California's wildfires.
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