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Democrats accuse oil companies of ‘rip off’ on gas prices: House Democrats are accusing oil companies of “ripping off the American people” and putting profits ...
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Democrats accuse oil companies of ‘rip off’ on gas prices
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Democrats accuse oil companies of ‘rip off’ on gas prices: House Democrats accused oil companies of “ripping off the American people” and putting profits before ...
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Democrats accuse oil companies of ‘rip off’ on gas prices
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Democrats, Republicans spar with oil executives on who's to blame for high gas prices
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Democrats accuse oil companies of ‘rip off’ on gas prices: House Democrats are accusing oil companies of “ripping off the American people” and putting profits ...
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Democrats accuse oil companies of ‘rip off’ on gas prices
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Democrats accuse oil companies of ‘rip off’ on gas prices: House Democrats accused oil companies of “ripping off the American people” and putting profits before ...
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Democrats accuse oil companies of ‘rip off’ on gas prices
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Democrats, Republicans spar with oil executives on who's to blame for high gas prices
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Democrats accuse oil companies of ‘rip off’ on gas prices: House Democrats accused oil companies of “ripping off the American people” and putting profits before ...
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Democrats accuse oil companies of ‘rip off’ on gas prices
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Kennedy family to endorse Biden in show of force against RFK Jr.: Biden advisers are worried RFK Jr. could swing the election.
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Kennedy family to endorse Biden in show of force against RFK Jr.
Quick Glance: Kennedy Family Backs Biden Over RFK Jr.
  • President Joe Biden will accept endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family during a campaign stop in Philadelphia to undermine former President Donald Trump and marginalize the candidacy of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

  • The decision to highlight the Kennedy family endorsement more than six months from Election Day is an indication of how seriously Biden's team is taking the threat of the long shot bid potentially using his last name’s lingering Democratic magic to siphon off support from the president.

  • The Kennedy family's support was expected, given the known political differences with Robert Kennedy Jr., who originally challenged Biden in the Democratic Party and is now running as an Independent.

  • Following the official endorsement, Biden and Kennedy family members intended to engage with supporters at a campaign event and were planning outreach efforts on behalf of Biden.
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Quick Glance: Trump Narrows Gap with Young Voters, Biden's Lead Shrinks - Survey Results
  • A new poll shows that former President Donald Trump continues to reduce his deficit with young voters compared to President Joe Biden.

  • In the Harvard Youth Poll released on Thursday, Biden leads among 18- to 29-year-olds with 45 percent compared to 37 percent for Trump, while 16 percent are undecided.

  • Biden holds a significant lead among likely voters who are non-white or female. He outperforms Trump by 47 points among college graduates and by 23 points among students.

  • The survey also indicates that Trump's younger supporters are much more enthusiastic about the former president than their peers who support Biden, and that Biden's approval rating among young adults is only at 31 percent.
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Most don’t think Trump acted illegally in hush money case: Poll: With former President Trump’s first criminal trial officially underway, most Americans don’t ...
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Most don’t think Trump acted illegally in hush money case: Poll
Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
  • A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.

  • The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.

  • Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.

  • The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
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Biden seeks to make Trump the face of anti-abortion movement: The Biden campaign is seeking to make former President Trump the face of the anti-abortion movement ...
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Biden seeks to make Trump the face of anti-abortion movement
Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans foil another effort to repeal 1864 abortion ban
  • Arizona House Republicans once again thwarted an attempt on Wednesday to repeal the state's nearly complete abortion ban from 1864, leaving Democrats without a vote on their repeal bill for the second consecutive week.

  • Despite facing pressure from influential conservatives, such as former President Trump and Senate hopeful Kari Lake, urging GOP leaders to lift the ban, the Republicans blocked the repeal.

  • State House Democrats made a procedural maneuver to attempt to suspend House rules and bring the repeal bill to the floor for discussion. However, this action was rejected by the GOP majority, with only one Republican, Representative Matt Gress, crossing party lines to support bringing up the repeal bill.

  • A similar endeavor to repeal the ban was obstructed by Republicans last week. Following persistent criticism of the law by Democrats both within and outside the state throughout the week, prominent figures like Trump and Lake recognized the political risks and advocated for a change in direction within the Legislature.
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Dems bank on Trump trial boosting Biden: Democrats are hopeful that President Biden’s freedom to hit the campaign trail while former President Trump is stuck in ...
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Dems bank on Trump trial boosting Biden
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Zelenskyy to US: Iran’s attack on Israel is ‘wake-up call’ to fortify America’s allies
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Zelenskyy to US: Iran’s attack on Israel is ‘wake-up call’ to fortify ...
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
  • In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.

  • The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.

  • Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.

  • The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
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Trump to make history as first US president to face criminal trial: It’s a day former President Trump hoped would never come.  After a relentless pursuit for ...
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Trump to make history as first US president to face criminal trial
Quick Glance: Trump Faces Landmark Trial Over Hush Money Case
  • Donald Trump will go down in history as the first former president to stand trial in Manhattan on criminal charges. The historic case revolves around a potential sex scandal cover-up just days before the 2016 elections.

  • The prosecution alleges that Trump falsified business records to hide hush money payments aimed at influencing the election outcome. Trump maintains his innocence and refutes any involvement with Stormy Daniels.

  • The trial will feature key witnesses from Trump's inner circle testifying against him, including Michael Cohen and David Pecker. It will delve into the Oval Office, where Trump allegedly approved the cover-up.

  • Prosecutors must prove that Trump falsified business records with intent to commit or conceal another crime. Trump's defense is likely to focus on the legality of the hush money payments and attempt to distance him from the accounting handled by his employees.
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Biden calls on trade rep to consider tripling tariffs on Chinese steel: The White House on Wednesday rolled out a slew of actions intended to protect the U.S ...
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Biden calls on trade rep to consider tripling tariffs on Chinese steel
Quick Glance: Biden vows to keep U.S. Steel in American hands
  • President Joe Biden emphasized in a speech in Pittsburgh his commitment to keeping U.S. Steel in American hands and cracking down on unfair Chinese trade practices while lauding his successes in creating jobs and expanding manufacturing in the U.S.

  • The United Steelworkers recently endorsed the president for re-election, and Biden has sided with the union in opposing the sale of U.S. Steel to Japanese company Nippon Steel Corp.

  • The president announced plans to triple the existing tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum to ensure fair competition for American workers, while speaking out against China's unfair trade practices.

  • Despite a growing economy, perceptions of the economy remain Biden's major weakness, as critics question his policies and opponents highlight ongoing economic challenges.
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NC governor says Biden can win state: North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) said Wednesday he thinks President Biden can win his state in this year’s upcoming ...
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NC governor says Biden can win state
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Zelensky begs for help: Is Ukraine losing the war?: The situation in Ukraine is getting worse, President Zelensky is pleading for help. The EU is alarmed ...
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Zelensky begs for help: Is Ukraine losing the war?
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Mike Pence warns Putin will wage war on NATO if Ukraine loses: Former U.S. vice president calls on Congress to approve funding for Ukraine aid ...
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Mike Pence warns Putin will wage war on NATO if Ukraine loses
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Dutch PM offers to buy Patriot systems from allies for Ukraine: Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte offered on April 17 to buy Patriot air defense systems from more ...
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Dutch PM offers to buy Patriot systems from allies for Ukraine
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In surprise, Biden faces real threat from Trump with Hispanic voters: When President Biden visited a Mexican restaurant in Phoenix, Ariz., last month ...
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In surprise, Biden faces real threat from Trump with Hispanic voters
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Russian strike kills at least 14 as Ukraine’s air defenses struggle again to protect cities
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Russian strike kills at least 14 as Ukraine’s air defenses struggle again ...
Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
  • At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.

  • Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.

  • Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.

  • A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
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EU leaders under pressure to bolster Ukraine’s struggling air defences: The EU’s 27 leaders face mounting pressure to step up efforts to protect Ukraine’s skies ...
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EU leaders under pressure to bolster Ukraine’s struggling air defences
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60 billion dollars for Kiev: This is what the big Ukraine liberation strike from the USA looks like
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60 billion dollars for Kiev: This is what the big Ukraine liberation ...
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Only 9 percent of young Americans say US ‘headed in the right direction’: Survey: Only 9 percent of young Americans believe the U.S. is headed in the right ...
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Only 9 percent of young Americans say US ‘headed in the right direction’: ...
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Biden: ‘It never occurred’ to Trump to take competitive stance on China: President Biden argued that it never occurred to former President Trump to take a ...
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Biden: ‘It never occurred’ to Trump to take competitive stance on China
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Orbán to Brussels: Time to shake up ‘bad’ EU leadership: “If the leadership proves to be bad, it must be replaced. It’s that simple,” Hungarian leader says.
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Orbán to Brussels: Time to shake up ‘bad’ EU leadership
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Former British PM Liz Truss says it ‘has to be’ Trump in White House next year: Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss said Monday that it “has to be” former ...
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Former British PM Liz Truss says it ‘has to be’ Trump in White House next ...
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‘Children of Ukraine’ Filmmaker Describes How ‘Wars Take Place on Many Different Levels’
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‘Children of Ukraine’ Filmmaker Describes How ‘Wars Take Place on Many ...
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Warning in the Ukraine war: Russian advance without US weapons for Kiev: The Institute for the Study of War warns that Russia's troops could make rapid gains on ...
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Warning in the Ukraine war: Russian advance without US weapons for Kiev
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Zelensky calls for more anti-aircraft defenses and more support from allies: The defense against Iran's attack on Israel shows many people in Ukraine how ...
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Zelensky calls for more anti-aircraft defenses and more support from ...
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Why Biden Should Not Debate Trump: The networks want their show, but to give the challenger equal status on a TV stage would be a dire normalization of his ...
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Why Biden Should Not Debate Trump
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Ukraine Says It Attacked Russian Military Air Base in Crimea: Ukraine said it attacked a large air base in Russian-occupied Crimea, highlighting its ability to ...
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Ukraine Says It Attacked Russian Military Air Base in Crimea
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Possible attack on Zelenskyj - Poland arrests man: Polish police are said to have arrested a suspect suspected of being involved in a planned assassination ...
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Possible attack on Zelenskyj - Poland arrests man