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Hegseth extends National Guard in DC through February: Report

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has extended the deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., through February, CNN reported Thursday. The...

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Fewer Americans see crime as a serious problem: Poll

Just less than half of Americans say crime is a very or extremely serious problem, a decline from last year, according to a Gallup poll. The poll,...

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Surgeon General nominee's confirmation hearing delayed after she goes into labor

The nomination hearing for Casey Means, President Trump’s nominee for surgeon general, in front of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions...

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14 Republican lawmakers say Argentinian beef imports 'undermine American cattle producers' in new letter

Over a dozen Republican House members, in a letter to Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, expressed concern...

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Radio Free Asia halting operations for first time in 29-year-history amid shutdown

Radio Free Asia (RFA) announced Wednesday it is pausing operations for the first time in its history, amid the government shutdown and after the Trump...

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Markey pushes for nuclear arms talks with Russia, citing 'House of Dynamite' example

Democratic Sen. Ed Markey (Mass.) called on the Trump administration to discuss nuclear disarmament with Russia on Monday, arguing it is “our only...

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Louisiana governor says LSU athletic director won't choose next football coach

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry (R) said Wednesday that Louisiana State University (LSU) athletics director Scott Woodward will not be involved in picking...

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DeSantis announces crackdown on H-1B visas being used at state universities

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) on Wednesday directed the state’s Board of Governors to “crack down” on state universities hiring workers on H-1B...

29.10.2025 3

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Which states have the most SNAP recipients?

Starting Saturday, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for millions are in jeopardy as the impacts of the weeks-long federal...

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Top Biden aide confirms $4 million bonus for potential 2024 victory

Mike Donilon, an aide to former President Biden, told the House Oversight Committee that he would have received a roughly $4 million bonus if the...

28.10.2025 1

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Who is Timothy Mellon, the billionaire who reportedly donated $130M to help pay troops?

The anonymous donor who gave the Defense Department $130 million to partially cover the salaries of military personnel amid the government shutdown...

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Katy Perry, Justin Trudeau go public as couple

It’s official: Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry are a couple. The two were photographed in Paris holding hands on Saturday. Perry, celebrating her 41st...

27.10.2025 3

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Biden says 'these are dark days' under Trump, in first speech since cancer therapy

Former President Biden said the country is in the midst of “dark days” under President Trump. “Friends, I can’t sugar coat any of this. These...

27.10.2025 10

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Vance blasts Mamdani over Islamophobia comments

Vice President Vance criticized New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s remarks on Islamophobia in the United States after the Sept. 11,...

26.10.2025 2

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Graham says lawmakers to be briefed on potential Venezuela land attack

Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham (R) said Sunday that President Trump told him that he plans to brief members of Congress on possible military action in...

26.10.2025 1

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Duffy: Air traffic controllers 'are wearing thin' as government shutdown hits Day 26

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Sunday that air traffic controllers “are wearing thin” amid the ongoing government shutdown. “The...

26.10.2025 6

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Bessent: U.S. 'addressed' soybean farmers' concern with China

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday that U.S. soybean exports to China were addressed during a meeting between the two sides in Malaysia. ...

26.10.2025 20

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Kelly: Senate evidence 'does not back up' Trump claims on Caribbean boat strikes 

Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly (Ariz.) said he and his fellow senators were presented with evidence “that does back up” the Trump administration’s...

26.10.2025 10

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What states export the most beef?

The Trump administration’s plan to boost beef imports from Argentina has caused uncertainty for domestic farmers and ranchers.  The president,...

24.10.2025 10

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Trump says declaration of war not needed for strikes on alleged cartel boats

President Trump on Thursday dismissed the need to ask Congress for a declaration of war as the U.S. military continuously launches strikes on boats in...

24.10.2025 10

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Alaska Airlines issues temporary ground stop over IT outage

Alaska Airlines issued a temporary ground stoppage Thursday evening amid an IT outage. The airline announced the stoppage at 7:34 p.m. EDT on the...

24.10.2025 6

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White House revamps website to defend East Wing demolition with list of presidential 'scandals'

The White House added a new section to its website on Thursday in defense of the Trump administration’s construction of a ballroom attached to the...

24.10.2025 10

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FEMA rejects western Maryland flood aid request

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) said the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) denied his state’s appeal for federal disaster relief for flooding...

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Shutdown set to impact SNAP funding in many states

As the government shutdown persists, funding for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are at risk in states across the country. ...

23.10.2025 2

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Trump approval on economy hits new low: Quinnipiac poll

President Trump hit his lowest approval rating on the economy in a Quinnipiac University Poll released Wednesday. Just 38 percent of respondents said...

22.10.2025 2

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What to know about Graham Platner, Maine's embattled progressive Senate candidate

Graham Platner, since launching his bid for Senate in August, has garnered attention and support from the progressive wing of the Democratic Party....

22.10.2025 2

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Risch, Shaheen call for closer ties between US and Bolivia

Sens. Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) called for the U.S. to strengthen ties with Bolivia after centrist Rodrigo Paz was elected as...

22.10.2025 5

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Schumer calls on Trump to withdraw nominee over 'foul and disqualifying' texts

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) has joined calls for President Trump to withdraw the nomination of Paul Ingrassia for the Office of...

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Cheryl Hines says RFK Jr. suggested they fake separation during 2024 campaign

Cheryl Hines, the wife of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., said her husband suggested they fake separating during his...

20.10.2025 2

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Jeffries: Trump, Republicans 'radio silent' on shutdown negotiations

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) on Sunday accused President Trump and congressional Republicans of going “radio silent” during the...

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Sununu: Air travelers should 'pack your patience'

Airlines for America CEO Chris Sununu, a Republican and former governor of New Hampshire, said Sunday that air travelers should “pack your...

20.10.2025 30

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Trump on protests: 'I'm not a king'

President Trump rejected the idea that he's acting like a monarch in an interview that took place the same day as the nation's massive "No Kings"...

19.10.2025 4

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FBI probes hunting stand with sight line on Air Force One in Palm Beach

The FBI is investigating a hunting stand that was found in the sight line of Air Force One on Friday. FBI Director Kash Patel told NewsNation, The...

19.10.2025 2

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Senate Republican 'open' to conversations about extending ACA subsidies 

Republican Sen. Katie Britt (Ala.) said Sunday she is "open" to conversations on extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies amid the government...

19.10.2025 20

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Santos rules out running for office for the next decade

After his sentence was commuted by President Trump, former Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) said Sunday he does not expect to run for office in the next...

19.10.2025 6

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Live updates: Trump rails against Colombia leader, pokes fun at 'No Kings' protests

President Trump on Sunday lashed out against Colombian President Gustavo Petro the morning after the South American leader accused the U.S. of...

19.10.2025 20

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DNC chair: Platner's resurfaced comments 'not disqualifying'

Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Ken Martin said Sunday that Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner’s resurfaced comments are not...

19.10.2025 8

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NY GOP rep: Trump's commutation of Santos 'the wrong decision'

Republican Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (N.Y.) said Sunday that President Trump commuting the sentence of former Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) was “the...

19.10.2025 10

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Trump slams 'stupid and outdated' blue slip rule for nominees

President Trump on Thursday yet again criticized the “blue slip” practice, which allows home-state senators to veto district court judge and U.S....

17.10.2025 10

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Shutdown tensions high after Dems block Defense spending bill

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security   The Big Story Shutdown tensions...

17.10.2025 3

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GOP rep says energy is being wasted on assigning blame during shutdown instead of finding a solution

Republican Rep. Kevin Kiley (Calif.) said Thursday that members of Congress are exerting too much energy dishing out blame for the ongoing government...

17.10.2025 5

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Bolton on indictment says he has ‘become the latest target in weaponizing’ the DOJ

Former national security adviser John Bolton, who was indicted Thursday, said he is “the latest target” in what he alleges are President Trump’s...

17.10.2025 7

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Shutdown tensions high after Dems block Defense spending bill

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security   The Big Story Shutdown tensions...

17.10.2025 6

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Moulton returning AIPAC donations over close ties to Netanyahu's government

Rep. Seth Moulton (D-Mass.) said Thursday he will not accept further donations from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and will...

17.10.2025 10

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NC Republicans target moderate Dem's district with new map

Republicans in the North Carolina General Assembly proposed a new congressional map on Thursday, one that would change the makeup of Democratic Rep....

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Kinzinger: Trump targeting Venezuela 'curious'

Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Ill.) said Wednesday it is “curious” that the Trump administration is targeting Venezuelan boats with military...

17.10.2025 20

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Des Moines school board chair ends Iowa Senate bid after ICE arrests superintendent

Jackie Norris, the chair of the Des Moines school board, ended her 2026 Iowa Senate campaign on Thursday, citing the recent resignation and arrest of...

17.10.2025 5

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Man accused of starting Palisades Fire indicted by federal grand jury

A federal grand jury on Wednesday indicted a man accused of starting the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles earlier this year. Jonathan...

16.10.2025 10

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Brown University rejects Trump administration's compact

Brown University has rejected the Trump administration’s proposed compact, which would have required the university to make changes to its campus...

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Former Sen. Sununu expected to enter New Hampshire Senate race: Report

Former Sen. John E. Sununu (R-N.H.) is expected to launch a bid to return to the upper chamber in the near future, NOTUS reported Wednesday. In March,...

16.10.2025 8

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