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PoliticsMar 25

Trump Calls for 18-Month Extension of Warrantless Surveillance Powers

President Trump publicly requested an 18-month extension of Section 702 FISA surveillance authority, citing ongoing conflict with Iran.

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PoliticsApr 8

Australian Writer Announces Departure from US, Cites Political Climate

Simon Adams, an Australian writer, announced he is leaving the United States after 15 years, citing concerns about the political direction under Trump.

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PoliticsMar 25

Democrat Wins GOP Seat in Trump District; Virginia Redistricting Battle Intensifies

A Democratic candidate flipped a Republican seat in Trump's Florida district while Virginia sees heated redistricting fight ahead of referendum.

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PoliticsMar 17

Army General Left Classified Ukraine Maps on Train, IG Report Finds

A Defense Department inspector general report found Major General Antonio Aguto improperly handled classified documents and engaged in alcohol overindulgence.

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PoliticsMar 27

California Sheriff Seizes Additional Ballot Materials Despite State Opposition

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco confiscated more election materials as part of a voter fraud investigation that state officials call baseless.

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PoliticsApr 7

Zimbabwe's ruling party proposes draft law eliminating direct presidential elections

Zimbabwe's ruling party has introduced draft legislation that would remove voters' ability to directly elect the president.

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PoliticsMar 7

Energy Secretary Wright Says Gas Prices Will Fall 'Weeks, Not Months' Amid Iran Conflict

Energy Secretary Chris Wright predicts gas prices will decline within weeks despite current increases linked to Middle East military operations.

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PoliticsMar 11

Conservative José Antonio Kast to Take Office as Chile's President

José Antonio Kast, Chile's most conservative president since the Pinochet era, prepares to assume office following his December election victory.

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PoliticsMar 3

Commerce Secretary Lutnick to testify voluntarily in House Epstein probe

Howard Lutnick agreed to appear before House Oversight Committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein's criminal network.

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PoliticsMar 31

Bipartisan Senators Introduce Rural Housing Assistance Legislation

A bipartisan group of senators unveiled legislation Tuesday to help rural residents access home buying assistance, targeting housing affordability concerns.

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PoliticsMar 11

Civil trial against Gerry Adams proceeds in London High Court

Three men are pursuing civil action against former Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams in London, with proceedings focusing on his alleged IRA connections.

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PoliticsFeb 26

Justice Department's Epstein File Release Prompts Questions About Missing Documents

Documents released by the Justice Department regarding Jeffrey Epstein include brief mentions of unverified accusations but reports suggest some related memos may be missing.

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PoliticsMar 29

Chicago Mayor Launches Reparations Initiative Amid City Budget Challenges

Mayor Brandon Johnson announces 'Repair Chicago' forum to explore reparations for Black residents as city faces significant budget deficit.

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PoliticsMar 29

Illinois Senate Race and ICE Funding Emerge as Political Issues

Political developments highlight immigration enforcement debates, with Illinois Democratic victory and Republican funding proposals.

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PoliticsMar 25

Former Trump Official Disputes Iran Intelligence as Tehran Rejects Talks

Joe Kent challenges Iran threat assessments while Iranian officials publicly reject negotiations with the Trump administration.

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