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Watch: The USS Kidd heads downriver to Houma: The USS Kidd officially began moving away from its dock in Baton Rouge at about 10 a.m. Thursday ...
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Watch: The USS Kidd heads downriver to Houma
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Can Louisiana public schools handle AI in the classroom? Help is on the way.: As artificial intelligence starts to show up in classrooms across the country ...
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Can Louisiana public schools handle AI in the classroom? Help is on the ...
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Harry Dunn Fought Rioters on Jan. 6. Now He Wants to Go to Congress: Harry Dunn Fought Rioters on Jan. 6. Now He Wants to Go to Congress
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Harry Dunn Fought Rioters on Jan. 6. Now He Wants to Go to Congress
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Democrats seen as more successful at passing legislation: Survey: Democrats are seen as more successful at passing legislation in the House of Representatives ...
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Democrats seen as more successful at passing legislation: Survey
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With federal fraud trial looming, George Santos drops out of New York House race: The scandal-plagued former Republican congressman, ousted from his House seat ...
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With federal fraud trial looming, George Santos drops out of New York ...
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U.S. House members back Freedmen fight for Muscogee (Creek) Nation membership: Some members of Congress believe the tribe is wrongly using a 1941 letter to ...
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U.S. House members back Freedmen fight for Muscogee (Creek) Nation ...
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Baton Rouge burger joint collaborates with Pantone to create signature color: Identifying one's signature color has a certain panache, right?
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Baton Rouge burger joint collaborates with Pantone to create signature ...
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Trump Media Ropes In Congress to Pursue Claims of Illegal Shorts: Donald Trump’s social media startup publicized a letter to the heads of various US House of ...
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Trump Media Ropes In Congress to Pursue Claims of Illegal Shorts
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Jeff Landry's push to rewrite Louisiana constitution clears first hurdle: Gov. Jeff Landry’s effort to gain greater control over state taxes and spending by ...
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Jeff Landry's push to rewrite Louisiana constitution clears first hurdle
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Here are five Class of 2025 standout prep football recruits in Baton Rouge: List of five high school football recruits to watch in Baton Rouge area that have ...
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Here are five Class of 2025 standout prep football recruits in Baton Rouge
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DeSantis blames GOP members of Congress for losing leverage in border talks: “They had an opportunity to insist that Biden accept the border if he wanted all the ...
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DeSantis blames GOP members of Congress for losing leverage in border ...
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4 things to know about the band Southall before their May 2 show in Baton Rouge: Southall — you'll want to remember that name.
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Speaker Johnson gets the votes. His antagonists get the retweets.: A contrived fight over a social media post reveals the divide between parties ...
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Speaker Johnson gets the votes. His antagonists get the retweets.
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Some teacher stipends return to Louisiana budget, but not all; see details: The Louisiana House unanimously approved a $48 billion spending package Thursday that ...
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Some teacher stipends return to Louisiana budget, but not all; see details
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Ohio lawmakers eliminate 'archaic' marital rape loophole after years-long fight: House Bill 161 eliminates a law that protects spouses in certain cases from ...
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Ohio lawmakers eliminate 'archaic' marital rape loophole after years-long ...
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George Santos drops independent bid to win U.S. House seat - UPI.com: Citing a desire to keep the U.S. House of Representatives under Republican control ...
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Quick Glance: George Santos ends independent bid for US House seat
  • Following his expulsion from Congress after a bipartisan vote on December 1, George Santos, a Republican representative from New York, is seen leaving the U.S. Capitol. On Tuesday, Santos announced his decision to withdraw his independent candidacy for New York's 1st Congressional District.

  • In order to prevent a split in the Republican ticket between himself and the incumbent Republican candidate, Nick LaLota, in case he secures the Republican nomination after the New York primary on June 25, Santos opted out of an independent run, as reported by Politico.

  • Nancy Goroff and John Avlon are currently competing for the Democratic nomination for the congressional seat during the New York primary.

  • Despite concluding his independent candidacy, Santos hinted at a possible future congressional run. He expressed, 'The future holds countless possibilities, and I am prepared, eager, and capable to step up and fight for my country at any time.'
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A House vote that breaks the narrative: The bipartisan passage of aid for allies and other legislation may mark a shift toward leadership forged by reason ...
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A House vote that breaks the narrative
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Shooting at Baton Rouge convenience store leaves one dead; here's what we know: A man who was shot outside a Circle K store Sunday night has died in the hospital ...
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Shooting at Baton Rouge convenience store leaves one dead; here's what we ...
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Pa. primaries 2024: Biden, Trump win nominations; important races set for November - UPI.com
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Pa. primaries 2024: Biden, Trump win nominations; important races set for ...
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What Ukraine lost while waiting for the US aid bill to pass: The long-awaited passing of the U.S. aid bill in the House of Representatives over the weekend was ...
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What Ukraine lost while waiting for the US aid bill to pass
Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
  • The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.

  • Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.

  • As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.

  • Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
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Photos: LSU gymnastics returns to campus after securing national title in Dallas: Members of the LSU gymnastics team return to campus Sunday, April 21, 2024 ...
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Photos: LSU gymnastics returns to campus after securing national title in ...
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Mike Johnson showed courage and rose to history’s call on Ukraine: Praising the House speaker for doing what’s right, or even normal, is warranted ...
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Mike Johnson showed courage and rose to history’s call on Ukraine
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

  • The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

  • Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

  • He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
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U.K. parliament passes Rwanda asylum law: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak promised on April 22 to start sending asylum seekers to Rwanda within 10 to 12 weeks ...
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U.K. parliament passes Rwanda asylum law
Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
  • The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

  • However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.

  • Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.

  • The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
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Ukraine cheers House approval of military aid: Following months of struggle, the U.S. House passed a long-awaited $95 billion Ukraine and Israel aid package
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Ukraine cheers House approval of military aid
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Greene response to bipartisan criticism: ‘The American people agree with me’: Fox News anchor Maria Bartiromo on Sunday confronted Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene ...
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Greene response to bipartisan criticism: ‘The American people agree with ...
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Significantly more than usual: US package for Ukraine should include many armored vehicles
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Significantly more than usual: US package for Ukraine should include many ...
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Pennsylvania primaries 2024: Live results and analysis: 538 analysts live-blog the April 23 Pennsylvania primaries, which will set up general elections for ...
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Pennsylvania primaries 2024: Live results and analysis
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What If Mike Johnson Is Actually Good at This?: What if Mike Johnson is actually good at this?
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What If Mike Johnson Is Actually Good at This?
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Pennsylvania primaries 2024: Live results and analysis: 538 analysts live-blog the April 23 Pennsylvania primaries, which will set up general elections for ...
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Pennsylvania primaries 2024: Live results and analysis
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House Democrats Indicate How They'd Vote On Ousting Mike Johnson: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said she plans to file a motion to vacate after the speaker worked ...
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House Democrats Indicate How They'd Vote On Ousting Mike Johnson
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Suspect in custody after home of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass was broken into, police say
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Suspect in custody after home of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass was broken ...
Quick Glance: Barnard College Protest: Student Sanctioned and Homeless
  • Isra Hirsi, daughter of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, details campus protest violence and sanctions.

  • Hirsi and fellow students suspended after pro-Palestinian protest, left without housing and food.

  • Suspended students, like Hirsi, struggle with homelessness and lack of support after sanctions.

  • Barnard College's response to the protest sparks free speech debate and criticism.
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Pennsylvania race previews Democrats’ plan to focus campaign on democracy: The bid to oust Republican Rep. Scott Perry has centered on his involvement in Donald ...
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Pennsylvania race previews Democrats’ plan to focus campaign on democracy
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IDF Kills 18 Children in Rafah Hours After US House Approves Billions in Military Aid
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Approval of aid by Congress brings Ukraine closer to replenishing troops struggling to hold front lines
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Approval of aid by Congress brings Ukraine closer to replenishing troops ...
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GOP lawmaker has strong words for other Republicans as infighting revs up: Rep. Tony Gonzales' comments come as Republican infighting in the House has reached ...
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GOP lawmaker has strong words for other Republicans as infighting revs up
Quick Glance: House Republican Infighting Escalates Post Foreign Aid Vote
  • After passing a comprehensive $95 billion foreign aid package, intense disputes among House Republicans have heightened within the chamber.

  • Many Republican members are frustrated with colleagues who vote against laws instead of seeking compromises within the party.

  • A persistent bloc of Republicans advocates for ideological purity, insisting on a firm stance in negotiations with the Democrats.

  • The internal conflicts have spilled over into the campaign trail, with some Republicans advocating for measures against the hardline faction.
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US Congress approves billions in aid for Ukraine: Read now "US Congress approves billions in aid for Ukraine".
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US Congress approves billions in aid for Ukraine
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Moscowitz says Johnson ouster would ‘only embolden’ China, Russia, Iran: Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.) on Sunday ripped into Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga ...
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Moscowitz says Johnson ouster would ‘only embolden’ China, Russia, Iran
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$60 billion in US aid: no certain path to victory: It took months of delays and desperate pleas from Ukraine, but the US House of Representatives has finally ...
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$60 billion in US aid: no certain path to victory
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Zelensky welcomes US House approval of Ukraine aid, urges passage into law
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Zelensky welcomes US House approval of Ukraine aid, urges passage into law
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Zelenskyy says US aid shows Ukraine will not be ‘second Afghanistan’: The decision by the US House of Representatives to earmark $61 billion in long-delayed aid ...
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Zelenskyy says US aid shows Ukraine will not be ‘second Afghanistan’
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Russia-Ukraine war: Ukrainian soldiers welcome U.S. aid vote : Ukrainian president Zelensky expressed gratitude to the US House of Representatives passed a bill ...
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Russia-Ukraine war: Ukrainian soldiers welcome U.S. aid vote
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US House passes $95bn in aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. What next?: The bill, which was stalled for a long time following deep splits in Republican camps ...
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US House passes $95bn in aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. What next?
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Nancy Pelosi warns of threats facing democracy, including Russia and China, at Dublin event
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Nancy Pelosi warns of threats facing democracy, including Russia and China ...
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The US House Just Gave Israel $26 Billion for Its War on Gaza’s Children: The enormous windfall will allow the government of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ...
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The US House Just Gave Israel $26 Billion for Its War on Gaza’s Children
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How the House is voting on Ukraine, Israel, Gaza and other funding: The House is voting on funding for Ukraine, Israel, Gaza, the Pacific and a TikTok ban ...
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How the House is voting on Ukraine, Israel, Gaza and other funding
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US House of Representatives approves bill to ban TikTok: The House of Representatives has approved a bill that would force the Chinese owner of TikTok to sell ...
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US House of Representatives approves bill to ban TikTok
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Ukraine and its partners express relief as U.S. aid moves ahead: The decision on the bill, which also includes funds to help keep Ukraine’s government running ...
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Ukraine and its partners express relief as U.S. aid moves ahead
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US Aid to Ukraine: The Weapons Package That Infuriates Russia: After a long blockade, the US House of Representatives voted for $60 billion in aid to Ukraine ...
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US Aid to Ukraine: The Weapons Package That Infuriates Russia
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US House of Representatives approves billions in aid to Ukraine: After months of struggle, the American House of Representatives voted on further aid for Ukraine ...
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US House of Representatives approves billions in aid to Ukraine
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BREAKING: US House passes $61 billion in aid to Ukraine: Editors Note: This is a breaking news story and will be updated with further details. The U.S ...
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BREAKING: US House passes $61 billion in aid to Ukraine