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PoliticsMay 31

Arizona school board member makes Nazi salute during meeting

A school board member in Arizona performed a Nazi salute and shouted during a meeting while accusing the board president of dictatorial behavior.

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PoliticsMar 7

Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales Ends Reelection Bid After Admitting Affair

Rep. Tony Gonzales withdrew from his reelection campaign after acknowledging an extramarital affair with a staffer who died by suicide.

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PoliticsMar 6

Conservative peer Lord Chadlington quits House of Lords after standards investigation

Lord Chadlington resigned from the House of Lords following a standards committee investigation into his conduct regarding PPE deals during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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PoliticsMay 31

Reality TV Stars and Political Figures Seek Public Office Across US and UK

Former reality television personalities and political commentators are increasingly pursuing elected office, leveraging media experience for political campaigns.

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PoliticsJun 11

Melania Trump announces new savings program for foster youth

First Lady Melania Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent unveiled a savings account initiative for children in foster care.

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PoliticsMay 19

Defence Secretary Pledges Support for British Manufacturers in Military Procurement

John Healey commits to backing British companies in future defence spending decisions amid questions over UK military project commitments.

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PoliticsJun 11

Brad Lander found not guilty of blocking elevator at NYC immigration facility

Manhattan federal judge acquitted former NYC comptroller Brad Lander of misdemeanor charges related to September incident at immigration detention center.

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PoliticsMay 19

Democrats criticize DOJ settlement with Live Nation-Ticketmaster amid antitrust concerns

Democratic lawmakers held unofficial hearing to criticize Justice Department's settlement with Live Nation-Ticketmaster as inadequate.

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PoliticsApr 16

Hotel Industry, Economist Raise Concerns Over Minimum Wage Increases in LA, Virginia

Los Angeles hotels report business impacts from $30 minimum wage law while Virginia economist warns of job losses from new $15 wage mandate.

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PoliticsMay 15

Michigan Senate candidate McMorrow faces scrutiny over unpaid water bills

Democratic Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow accumulated $3,000 in unpaid water charges while advocating for water affordability policies.

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PoliticsJun 11

House Republicans Advance Proposals on Congressional Term Limits and NFL Broadcasting

Rep. Chip Roy proposes limiting congressional pay and power after 12 years while House Judiciary examines NFL paywall practices.

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PoliticsApr 4

Polymarket apologizes for allowing bets on fate of downed U.S. pilots

Prediction platform Polymarket removed betting page and apologized after allowing wagers on when U.S. pilots shot down over Iran would be found.

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PoliticsJun 11

Michigan Senate Candidate El-Sayed Avoids Question on Police Defunding Stance

Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed declined to clarify his current position on defunding police after removing previous social media posts supporting such efforts.

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PoliticsJun 11

House Representatives Push Bipartisan Tax Relief Bill for High-Cost States

Reps. Laura Gillen and Mike Lawler introduce bipartisan legislation to provide federal tax relief to residents of expensive states like New York.

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PoliticsMay 19

Chinese Dissident and Expert Warn of Continued Beijing Intelligence Operations in US

Pro-democracy activist and China expert raise concerns about ongoing Chinese espionage and influence operations targeting the United States.

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