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Whitmer says she's staying in Michigan, but her new book is a hit nationwide: Whitmer's book is flying off the shelves.
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Whitmer says she's staying in Michigan, but her new book is a hit ...
Whitmer: Harris has ‘more experience than the whole GOP ticket put together’: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) on Wednesday doubled down on her support for ...
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Whitmer: Harris has ‘more experience than the whole GOP ticket put ...
Harris campaign requests vetting materials from several possible running mates: Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign has requested vetting ...
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Harris campaign vetting at least 7 Dems for VP, including Whitmer, Cooper, Kelly, Shapiro
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Harris campaign vetting at least 7 Dems for VP, including Whitmer, Cooper ...
Latest on 2024 race as Harris kicks off campaign: President Joe Biden has stepped down as the Democratic Party’s nominee and endorsed Vice President Kamala ...
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Latest on 2024 race as Harris kicks off campaign
Whitmer endorses Harris: ‘I am fired up’: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) on Monday endorsed Vice President Harris to be the Democratic Party’s nominee for ...
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Whitmer endorses Harris: ‘I am fired up’
Election 2024 updates: Harris raises $200 million, campaign says: Her campaign planned thousands of events in battleground states this weekend.
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Election 2024 updates: Harris raises $200 million, campaign says
Gretchen Whitmer joins campaign call with Harris for President staff - Live Updates - POLITICO
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Gretchen Whitmer joins campaign call with Harris for President staff - ...
Shapiro denies he’s filed paperwork to be considered as Harris’ running mate: However, news reports suggest the Harris campaign has requested vetting material ...
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Shapiro denies he’s filed paperwork to be considered as Harris’ running ...
Why Gretchen Whitmer doesn't want to be Kamala Harris' running mate: History and strategic calculations owe to Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's reported ...
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Why Gretchen Whitmer doesn't want to be Kamala Harris' running mate
Whitmer will co-chair Harris’ campaign, not interested in VP - Live Updates - POLITICO
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Whitmer will co-chair Harris’ campaign, not interested in VP - Live ...
"I'm not going anywhere:" Michigan Gov. Whitmer endorses Harris; shoots down VP questions
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"I'm not going anywhere:" Michigan Gov. Whitmer endorses ...
Whitmer not seeking vice presidency spot on Kamala Harris presidential campaign: Michigan's governor said she isn't leaving and she would serve as ...
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Whitmer not seeking vice presidency spot on Kamala Harris presidential ...
Pritzker, Whitmer Endorse Harris as Governors Fall in Line: Illinois governor J.B. Pritzker and Michigan’s Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Kamala Harris for the ...
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Pritzker, Whitmer Endorse Harris as Governors Fall in Line
Kamala Harris' campaign vetting VP candidates – but one major name not on list: Harris has requested materials from several veep candidates.
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Kamala Harris' campaign vetting VP candidates – but one major name not on ...
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Trump Demands Special Probe Into 2020 Election
Despite multiple failed lawsuits and no fraud evidence, Trump insists on a special prosecutor for 2020 election claims.
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  • Donald Trump is calling for a special prosecutor to investigate the 2020 presidential election, which he lost by over seven million votes.

  • He continues to assert massive election fraud despite more than 60 unsuccessful lawsuits and judicial rulings rejecting such claims.

  • The Department of Homeland Security declared the 2020 election the most secure in U.S. history, while Trump was indicted twice for trying to overturn results.

  • In 2023, Trump vowed to appoint a special prosecutor targeting Joe Biden and associates over alleged corruption and election interference.
  • Biden was grossly incompetent, and the 2020 election was a total FRAUD! The evidence is MASSIVE and OVERWHELMING.
    Donald Trump posted on Truth Social calling for a special prosecutor regarding the 2020 election.
Senate Republicans hold hearing on Biden’s mental fitness as Democrats boycott: Nearly six months after Joe Biden left the White House, Senate Republicans are ...
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Senate Republicans hold hearing on Biden’s mental fitness as Democrats ...
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Senate Probes Mental Fitness of Former President
June 2025 hearing features testimony from three witnesses and discusses alleged autopen use during Biden’s term.
Key FactsJun 18 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Senate Republicans held a hearing on Joe Biden’s mental fitness with Democrats boycotting the session.

  • Three witnesses with no ties to Biden’s administration were called to scrutinize his time in office.

  • Allegations about the use of an autopen for signing official documents were a key topic.

  • Democrats condemned the hearing as a distraction from pressing national issues.
  • Apparently arm chair diagnosing former President Biden is more important than the issues of grave concern.
    — Senator Dick Durbin criticized Republicans for holding a hearing on the last president at a time when 'numerous critical challenges facing the nation that are under our jurisdiction.'
With disbarment decision, John Eastman's downfall continues: California bar proceedings deliver another blow to election denialism
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With disbarment decision, John Eastman's downfall continues
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John Eastman Faces Law License Revocation Over 2020 Election
California court recommends disbarment for Eastman after finding deceptive conduct in efforts to overturn 2020 election results.
Key FactsJun 18 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • A California appellate court upheld the recommendation to disbar John Eastman due to negligence and deceptive practices related to the 2020 election.

  • Eastman testified under oath, defending his election fraud claims, but the court found his arguments untruthful and damaging to the electoral process.

  • The court ruled that Eastman’s false claims eroded public trust in election officials and the judicial system, threatening democratic norms.

  • Despite the ruling, Eastman remains defiant and intends to appeal, marking the case as a historic stand against election denialism.
Trump Stumbles On Air Force One Stairs After Mocking Biden For The Same Thing: The president nearly took a dive as he climbed up the stairs on Sunday.
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Biden in Juneteenth remarks rips ‘efforts to erase history’: Former President Biden spoke out against efforts to erase history during a Juneteenth speech in ...
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Biden in Juneteenth remarks rips ‘efforts to erase history’
Omaha celebrates a historic Juneteenth parade with its first elected Black mayor: The Omaha Juneteenth parade is a tradition that started well before former ...
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Omaha celebrates a historic Juneteenth parade with its first elected Black ...
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Omaha Marks Historic Juneteenth with First Black Mayor
This year’s parade featured 5,600 participants, making it the largest Juneteenth celebration in Omaha history.
Key FactsJun 18 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Omaha’s Juneteenth parade occurred for the first time with Mayor John Ewing Jr., the city’s first elected Black mayor.

  • Mayor Ewing highlighted the event’s symbolism in representing progress and inclusivity within Omaha.

  • The parade included 158 entries and 5,600 participants, marking the largest turnout to date.

  • Despite some sponsors withdrawing due to political issues, the celebration continues to grow with strong local support.
  • Instead of running from our history, instead of trying to take away from what actually happened in America, we need to embrace it, and then we need to learn the lessons from it.
    — Omaha Mayor John Ewing Jr. spoke about the significance of Juneteenth and its impact on the city.
Republicans allege massive ‘cover-up’ of Biden’s cognitive decline as Democrats boycott hearing
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Republicans allege massive ‘cover-up’ of Biden’s cognitive decline as ...
Trump administration makes sweeping changes to ObamaCare, ends ‘Dreamer’ coverage
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Trump administration makes sweeping changes to ObamaCare, ends ‘Dreamer’ ...
Trump has not called Walz following shooting of Minnesota lawmakers: Trump slammed Walz as a
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Trump has not called Walz following shooting of Minnesota lawmakers
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Minnesota Hit by Politically Driven Violence
After a deadly attack on lawmakers, no direct contact from Trump; FBI offers $50K reward to capture the suspect still at large.
Key FactsJun 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has not received a direct call from former President Trump more than 24 hours after a prominent Democratic lawmaker and her husband were killed.

  • State Senator John Hoffman and his wife were injured in a separate shooting carried out by a suspect impersonating a police officer who remains at large.

  • Authorities discovered a manifesto listing Democratic politicians and abortion rights supporters as targets in the politically motivated attacks.

  • Federal agents are assisting Minnesota with a $50,000 reward for information leading to the suspect’s arrest, while the Attorney General vows full prosecution.
  • Well, it's a terrible thing. I think he's a terrible governor. I think he's a grossly incompetent person. But I may, I may call him, I may call other people too.— President Trump spoke to ABC News on Sunday morning about Governor Walz.
Isn't Trump Supposed to Be Anti-War?: Getting the U.S. involved in the conflict between Israel and Iran would cut against one of his most consistent ...
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Isn't Trump Supposed to Be Anti-War?
"He's lost it": Inside Newsom's attack on Trump's mental fitness: Newsom, who vouched for Joe Biden's fitness to be president, now suggests that Trump — the ...
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Newsom’s Bold Stand Energizes Democrats Ahead of 2028
The California governor’s speech garnered national attention and positioned him as a potential 2028 presidential contender.
Key FactsJun 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Gavin Newsom delivered a nationally viewed speech sharply criticizing President Trump and calling for democracy’s defense.

  • His address was interpreted as a call for Democrats to unite and challenge Trump’s leadership.

  • Top party leaders, including Schumer and Jeffries, publicly backed Newsom’s firm response to Trump’s intimidation tactics.

  • Newsom’s activism is enhancing his stature as a leading candidate for the 2028 presidential race.
  • Democracy is under assault before our eyes. The moment we've feared has arrived.Gavin Newsom, California Governor, during a speech addressing the challenges facing democracy.
Trump orders investigation into Biden's actions as president: President Donald Trump is directing his administration to investigate Joe Biden’s actions as ...
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Trump orders investigation into Biden's actions as president
Trump Announces 7 Military Bases Reverting Back to Names Honoring Confederates: The names would be restored to Fort Hood, Fort Robert E. Lee, and five others ...
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Trump Announces 7 Military Bases Reverting Back to Names Honoring ...
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Trump Orders Military Deployment in Los Angeles
4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines were sent to LA amid protests, defying California's governor and sparking legal battles.
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  • During the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary event, Trump labeled Los Angeles protesters as hostile invaders and pledged to liberate the city.

  • He deployed thousands of National Guard soldiers and Marines to the city despite opposition and a lawsuit from Governor Gavin Newsom.

  • Trump promised increased immigration raids and warned that any future protests would face stronger military responses.

  • The president also announced restoring the names of seven military bases previously renamed by the Biden administration.
  • We will liberate Los Angeles and make it free, clean and safe again.
    Donald Trump during his speech marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army.
Trump says he won't call Minnesota Gov. Walz after lawmaker shootings because it would 'waste time'
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Trump says he won't call Minnesota Gov. Walz after lawmaker shootings ...
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Trump Mocks Walz After Minnesota Democrats Targeted
Following a fatal shooting of state Democrats, Trump dismissed calls to contact Governor Walz, calling him clueless.
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  • President Trump called Minnesota Governor Tim Walz “a mess” and declined to reach out after a politically motivated shooting.

  • Walz stressed the event should not be politicized and is focused on supporting the affected families and the state.

  • Since losing the vice presidential bid, Walz has been a vocal critic of both Trump and factions within his own party.

  • Walz advocates for a stronger Democratic Party that defends minority rights and confronts authoritarianism decisively.
  • I think there needs to be a more robust Democratic Party.
    Tim Walz speaking at a Center for American Progress event earlier this month.
US judge invalidates Biden rule protecting privacy for abortions: A federal judge on Wednesday struck down a rule adopted by the administration of former ...
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US judge invalidates Biden rule protecting privacy for abortions
Trump cancels landmark Columbia River agreement with tribes, WA, OR: The Biden administration brokered the deal in 2023 that provided a pathway to dam removal on ...
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Trump cancels landmark Columbia River agreement with tribes, WA, OR
Is TikTok Getting Banned? Trump Delays Again: Donald Trump plans to delay the TikTok ban deadline another 90 days after previously pushing it from April ...
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Is TikTok Getting Banned? Trump Delays Again
Senate Republicans unveil central piece of Trump agenda: Senate Finance Committee Chair Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) on Monday released the Senate’s long-awaited version ...
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Senate Republicans unveil central piece of Trump agenda
Cuban says he turned down Harris team offer to be vetted as VP: Investor Mark Cuban said Thursday that former Vice President Kamala Harris’s team offered to vet ...
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Cuban says he turned down Harris team offer to be vetted as VP
Obama Breaks Silence to Troll Trump About His Crowd Sizes: The White House countered that the former president “should spend less time whining about his total ...
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Obama Breaks Silence to Troll Trump About His Crowd Sizes
Top Democrats Slam Trump’s Move to Resurrect Cancer-Causing Asbestos: The Environmental Protection Agency wants to end a ban on the deadly fiber, which kills 40 ...
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Top Democrats Slam Trump’s Move to Resurrect Cancer-Causing Asbestos
Colbert Sounds Alarm on Symptom of Trump’s Declining Skills: The “Late Show” host looked back fondly on the days of “Meatball Ron! Sloppy Steve! Little Marco!”
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Colbert Sounds Alarm on Symptom of Trump’s Declining Skills
Axios-Ipsos poll: Americans want to force presidents to share health records: About 3 in 4 say politicians aren't honest about their health.
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Axios-Ipsos poll: Americans want to force presidents to share health ...
Trump’s EPA reconsiders Biden’s asbestos ban: The Trump administration will reconsider a Biden-era regulation that aims to ban or phase out ongoing uses of ...
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Trump’s EPA reconsiders Biden’s asbestos ban
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ABC Ends Veteran Journalist's Tenure Over Controversy
ABC News cut ties with Terry Moran after nearly three decades due to a social media post violating company rules.
Key FactsJun 11 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • ABC News terminated veteran correspondent Terry Moran following a social media post deemed inappropriate by the network.

  • Moran described President Trump and a senior official as 'world-class haters,' breaching ABC's standards of objectivity.

  • Despite recent praise for his Trump interviews, the network chose not to renew his contract.

  • White House officials publicly condemned Moran's remarks and pressed ABC for accountability.
  • Moran said that Deputy White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller "is a man who is richly endowed with the capacity for hatred."Terry Moran about Stephen Miller in a post on the social media platform X.
Court Hands Trump Huge Blow in E. Jean Carroll Sex Abuse Case: The court voted 8-2 in favor of upholding his unsuccessful appeal.
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Court Hands Trump Huge Blow in E. Jean Carroll Sex Abuse Case
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Appeals Court Upholds $5M Judgment Against Trump
The court rejected Trump's bid to overturn a 2023 ruling holding him liable for assault and defamation from the 1990s.
Key FactsJun 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • A federal appeals court refused to rehear President Trump's challenge to a $5 million civil judgment.

  • This judgment stemmed from a 2023 jury verdict finding Trump liable for battery and defamation against writer E. Jean Carroll relating to incidents in the 1990s.

  • The court upheld the damage award despite a dissenting opinion arguing for evidence of Trump's belief that the lawsuit was politically motivated.

  • Trump is concurrently appealing a separate $83 million defamation award granted to Carroll.
  • E. Jean Carroll is very pleased with today’s decision. Although President Trump continues to try every possible maneuver to challenge the findings of two separate juries, those efforts have failed. He remains liable for sexual assault and defamation.Roberta Kaplan, E. Jean Carroll's attorney, in a statement responding to the appeals court's decision.
Trump Cancels Deal With Tribes to Restore Columbia River Salmon: The Trump administration canceled a deal that would have enabled the removal of four ...
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Trump Cancels Deal With Tribes to Restore Columbia River Salmon
Supreme Court rules against FDA, EPA: 12:30 Report is The Hill’s midday newsletter. Subscribe here or using the box below: Happy Friday! The summer solstice is ...
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Supreme Court rules against FDA, EPA
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US Supreme Court Upholds Lawsuits Against Palestinian Authorities
The 2019 law enables Americans to seek damages for attacks linked to Palestinian groups in Israel and the West Bank.
Key FactsJun 20 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • The US Supreme Court unanimously upheld a 2019 statute allowing Americans to pursue legal claims against Palestinian authorities.

  • The law establishes jurisdiction for violence against US citizens in Israel and the occupied West Bank and complies with constitutional due process.

  • Plaintiffs include families of victims from attacks between 2002 and 2018, with a notable $655 million verdict awarded in 2015.

  • The ruling comes amid ongoing Middle East conflicts, including the Gaza war since October 2023, causing thousands of casualties.
  • The plaintiffs, US families who had loved ones maimed or murdered in PLO-sponsored terror attacks, have been waiting for justice for many years.
    Kent Yalowitz, a lawyer for the plaintiffs, discussing the long wait for justice for the affected families.
Trump Hasn’t Visited A Single Natural Disaster On His Watch As President: Trump, who politicized disasters during his campaign, is now slow-walking aid to ...
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Trump Hasn’t Visited A Single Natural Disaster On His Watch As President
The Silence of the Generals: As President Donald Trump crossed a dangerous line at Fort Bragg, the brass failed to speak out in the Army’s defense.
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The Silence of the Generals
Trump pulls out of Pacific Northwest salmon restoration agreement: President Trump pulled the U.S. out of a Biden-era agreement with several tribes that aimed to ...
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Trump pulls out of Pacific Northwest salmon restoration agreement
The Democrats Must Confront Their Gerontocracy: The party needs a polite way to usher politicians toward retirement.
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The Democrats Must Confront Their Gerontocracy
‘Reacher’ star details chance meeting with Biden on show’s set: “Reacher” star Alan Ritchson says he had an unexpected encounter with former President Biden ...
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‘Reacher’ star details chance meeting with Biden on show’s set
The top priority of progressive politics may be slipping out of reach forever: Donald Trump’s tax cuts would throw millions off Medicaid and food stamps ...
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The top priority of progressive politics may be slipping out of reach ...
Why Biden’s health cover-up is worse than Watergate: For at least a year, likely longer, the United States did not have a functioning president and the ...
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Why Biden’s health cover-up is worse than Watergate
Noem praised Trump for sending National Guard. She opposed it when Biden considered it.
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Noem praised Trump for sending National Guard. She opposed it when Biden ...
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Noem Praises Trump, Opposes Biden on Guard Deployment
In 2024, Noem opposed Biden's potential National Guard use in Texas but supported Trump's 2025 deployment of 2,000 troops in California protests.
Key FactsJun 09 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Noem condemned Biden's proposed federalization of the Texas National Guard, viewing it as an assault on states' rights in early 2024.

  • In mid-2025, she endorsed Trump's deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles to control anti-immigration demonstrations.

  • California Governor Newsom opposed the federal intervention, calling it unlawful and a breach of state sovereignty.

  • National Guard officials criticized the federal action, yet Noem defended Trump’s decision, citing Newsom’s poor leadership.
  • We will defend our Constitution. We will defend our rights because the last several years, we've seen Democrats take away our freedom of religion, our freedom of assembly, our freedom of speech.Kristi Noem, in an interview with Sean Hannity, about defending states' rights.
Trump Administration Probes Biden-Era IoT Security Program: A leaked Federal Communications Commission (FCC) document alleges that the new federal device testing ...
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Trump Administration Probes Biden-Era IoT Security Program
OpinionLA riot coverage shows the media’s Biden ‘miss’ wasn’t a miss at all — they just lie
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LA riot coverage shows the media’s Biden ‘miss’ wasn’t a miss at all — ...
Supreme Court upholds Tennessee’s youth transgender care ban  : The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld Tennessee’s ban on puberty blockers and hormone treatments ...
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Supreme Court upholds Tennessee’s youth transgender care ban  
Police officers file civil lawsuit seeking court order to hang Jan. 6 plaque at U.S. Capitol
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Police officers file civil lawsuit seeking court order to hang Jan ...
OpinionAs Trump shatters ethics norms with a Qatari jet and a $499 smartphone, experts lament Biden’s ‘failure’ to pass reforms
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As Trump shatters ethics norms with a Qatari jet and a $499 smartphone ...
Political operative who admitted to creating fake Biden robocalls found not guilty
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Political operative who admitted to creating fake Biden robocalls found ...
Bidenworld goes scorched earth on Karine Jean-Pierre: The former White House press secretary's book announcement led former Biden aides to tee off on her.
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Bidenworld goes scorched earth on Karine Jean-Pierre
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Karine Jean-Pierre Declares Independence from Democrats
Former Biden press secretary Jean-Pierre announced her party exit in 2025 and will publish a revealing book this October.
Key FactsJun 04 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Karine Jean-Pierre served as White House press secretary from 2022 until 2025 under President Biden.

  • She publicly declared her departure from the Democratic Party to identify as an independent politician.

  • Jean-Pierre highlighted the importance of creative thinking and strategic planning to address the nation's challenges.

  • Her upcoming book 'Independent,' due in October, explores her motivations and perspectives on this change.
  • We need to be clear-eyed and questioning, rather than blindly loyal and obedient as we may have been in the past.
    Karine Jean-Pierre, as quoted by Legacy Lit regarding her forthcoming book 'Independent'.
‘No Kings’ protests give badly needed spark of optimism to Democrats: Democrats have been looking for a jolt of energy since their devastating November loss of ...
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‘No Kings’ protests give badly needed spark of optimism to Democrats
Proud Boys leaders seek $100 million over Jan. 6 prosecutions: Four leaders of the Proud Boys who were pardoned after being found guilty of trying to keep ...
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Proud Boys leaders seek $100 million over Jan. 6 prosecutions
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Proud Boys Seek $100M Over Capitol Riot Claims
Four leaders filed suit in Florida seeking $100 million, citing constitutional rights violations linked to the Jan. 6 Capitol events.
Key FactsJun 07 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • Four Proud Boys leaders convicted for their involvement in the January 6 Capitol attack filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government.

  • The Florida lawsuit demands $100 million, alleging multiple breaches of their constitutional rights during prosecution and detention.

  • Henry 'Enrique' Tarrio was sentenced to 22 years in prison for seditious conspiracy, with other leaders also receiving jail terms.

  • On his first day back in office in 2025, President Trump pardoned nearly all of the more than 1,500 defendants from the Capitol riot.
ICE using no-bid contracts, boosting big firms, to get more detention beds: No-bid contracts with politically connected companies have become crucial to the ...
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ICE using no-bid contracts, boosting big firms, to get more detention beds
Some restaurants and servers oppose GOP's ‘no tax on tips’: The bill would eliminate federal income taxes on tips for people working in jobs that have ...
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Some restaurants and servers oppose GOP's ‘no tax on tips’
Trump declares victory over 'EV mandates' during White House ceremony: Trump on Thursday signed legislation revoking California's waiver to set nation-leading ...
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Trump declares victory over 'EV mandates' during White House ceremony
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Trump Rolls Back California’s EV Emission Rules
Trump signed resolutions reversing California’s zero-emission car mandate aimed for 2035 and hinted at raising auto import tariffs.
Key FactsJun 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • President Trump enacted federal measures to revoke California’s progressive electric vehicle emission standards.

  • California and eleven other states pledged legal action to maintain the electric vehicle regulations.

  • Trump accused Governor Newsom of mismanaging state crises and predicted power outages from forced EV adoption.

  • He signaled potential increases in the 25% auto import tariffs to incentivize domestic manufacturing.
  • Under the previous administration, the federal government gave left-wing radicals in California dictatorial powers to control the future of the entire car industry all over the country — all over the world, actually.Donald Trump, during a signing ceremony to roll back standards in California.
Iowa federal judge blocks Biden nursing home staffing rules: Iowa AG Brenna Bird co-led a multi-state lawsuit, joined by 19 other states in suing to block the ...
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Iowa federal judge blocks Biden nursing home staffing rules
Democrats disillusioned clear the path for Trump's rampage : The image of then-President Biden welcoming Donald Trump back to the White House symbolized the ...
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Democrats disillusioned clear the path for Trump's rampage
Bragg Soldiers Who Cheered Trump's Political Attacks While in Uniform Were Checked for Allegiance, Appearance
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Bragg Soldiers Who Cheered Trump's Political Attacks While in Uniform Were ...
Trump EPA Announces Climate Regulation Rollback but Faces Legal Hurdles: The EPA has contradicted itself—and legal precedent—in its bid to undo Biden-era limits ...
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Trump EPA Announces Climate Regulation Rollback but Faces Legal Hurdles
Consultant on trial for AI-generated robocalls mimicking Biden says he has no regrets
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Consultant on trial for AI-generated robocalls mimicking Biden says he has ...
Kennedy Announces Eight New Members of C.D.C. Vaccine Advisory Panel: The appointments of at least two of the experts are likely to draw an uproar from ...
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Kennedy Announces Eight New Members of C.D.C. Vaccine Advisory Panel
Despite new challenges, Juneteenth event organizers are unbowed: Organizers of Juneteenth celebrations across the U.S. tell NPR how they're feeling this year ...
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Despite new challenges, Juneteenth event organizers are unbowed
Trump admin terminates legal status of more than half a million migrants enrolled in Biden-era ‘parole’ program
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Trump admin terminates legal status of more than half a million migrants ...
President Trump fires a member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission: Christopher Hanson was appointed to serve on the commission overseeing the nation's nuclear ...
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President Trump fires a member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Trump orders a probe into the Biden administration and its alleged autopen use: Trump alleges the Biden administration used a machine to sign key documents ...
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Trump orders a probe into the Biden administration and its alleged autopen ...
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Trump Orders Probe into Biden’s Executive Actions
The investigation targets over 1,200 presidential documents allegedly signed via autopen during Biden’s final years in office.
Key FactsJun 05 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Trump accuses Biden’s aides of improperly using an autopen to sign thousands of official documents.

  • The inquiry aims to uncover efforts to conceal Biden’s mental and physical health issues and false public statements.

  • Biden denies all allegations, affirming he personally made all executive decisions during his presidency.

  • Concerns over Biden’s cognitive ability intensified amid his cancer diagnosis and withdrawal from the 2024 race.
  • Let me be clear: I made the decisions during my presidency. I made the decisions about the pardons, executive orders, legislation, and proclamations. Any suggestion that I didn't is ridiculous and false.— Biden responds to Trump's claims of presidential power abuse and his declining cognitive state during his time in office.
New Hampshire jury acquits consultant behind AI robocalls mimicking Biden on all charges
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New Hampshire jury acquits consultant behind AI robocalls mimicking Biden ...
House GOP subpoenas Biden's personal physician: Comer has been ramping up his probe of Biden's cognitive decline amid new revelations.
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House GOP subpoenas Biden's personal physician
'Can't hold us down': 'No Kings' protests against Trump held across Arizona: Nationwide protests against President Donald Trump coincided with his 79th birthday ...
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'Can't hold us down': 'No Kings' protests against Trump held across ...
Trump Mocked After Suffering Brain Fart While Trying To Insult Biden: The president's dig at his predecessor didn't quite land.
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Trump Mocked After Suffering Brain Fart While Trying To Insult Biden
These Wisconsin grocery stores and businesses will still be open on Juneteenth 2025
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These Wisconsin grocery stores and businesses will still be open on ...
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Court Upholds Trump's Federal Control of National Guard
An appeals court halts a lower court order returning California’s National Guard to the governor amid violent protests.
Key FactsJun 20 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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  • A federal appeals court ruled that President Trump likely acted within his authority by federalizing California’s National Guard during recent protests.

  • Judges cited violence, including attacks on federal officers and damage to federal buildings, to justify the president’s decision.

  • The court determined that the governor had no power to override the president’s federalization order.

  • This ruling temporarily blocks a lower court’s mandate to return control of the National Guard to the state governor.
Green energy credits phaseout divides Senate Republicans: How to phase out Biden-era green energy tax credits is emerging as a key flashpoint among Senate ...
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Green energy credits phaseout divides Senate Republicans
Infighting jeopardizes hopes of Democratic comeback: Intraparty fighting is threatening to stall the Democratic Party’s efforts to rebuild seven months after ...
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Infighting jeopardizes hopes of Democratic comeback
Is Elon Musk extending an olive branch to Trump?: Elon Musk has publicly admitted he “regrets” some of the posts he made on X last week criticising U.S ...
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Is Elon Musk extending an olive branch to Trump?
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Musk Expresses Regret Over Trump Criticism
Within days, Musk's softened tone sparked cautious reconciliation after a $150bn market loss for Tesla amid their feud.
Key FactsJun 12 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Elon Musk expressed regret for some of his recent posts about Donald Trump, admitting they were excessive.

  • Trump responded positively to Musk’s apology, describing it as a 'very nice' gesture.

  • Following a phone call, both men began easing tensions, and Musk deleted several critical posts.

  • Experts believe Musk aims to mend the relationship to safeguard his businesses and lucrative government contracts.
  • I regret some of my posts about President Donald Trump last week. They went too far.
    Elon Musk expresses regret over his critical comments about Trump in a post on his platform X.
What's Kamala Harris' California future?: Kamala Harris could run for governor in California. Democrats still are not sure what her next move is — or should be ...
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What's Kamala Harris' California future?
EPA proposes rollback on rules limiting carbon and air pollution from fossil fuel power plants
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EPA proposes rollback on rules limiting carbon and air pollution from ...