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PoliticsMar 18

Trump Temporarily Waives Jones Act for 60 Days to Address Energy Transportation

President Trump issued a 60-day waiver of the Jones Act, allowing foreign-flagged ships to transport energy products between U.S. ports.

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PoliticsMay 1

Trump Administration Faces Media Relations Tensions Over Interview Demands

The Trump administration has reportedly demanded news organizations air interviews in full or face potential legal action, raising press freedom concerns.

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PoliticsMar 26

California Legislature moves to rename César Chávez Day amid abuse allegations

California lawmakers are voting to change César Chávez Day to Farmworkers Day following sexual abuse allegations against the labor leader.

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PoliticsApr 28

Journalist Sues Acting Attorney General Over Epstein Files Release

Katie Phang filed lawsuit against Todd Blanche alleging Justice Department violated transparency law requiring release of Jeffrey Epstein documents by December 19.

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PoliticsApr 15

Trump Makes Political Appointments and Endorsements as 2028 Democratic Race Takes Shape

President Trump nominated Michelle Steel as ambassador to South Korea and endorsed lieutenant governors while Democrats openly discuss 2028 presidential ambitions.

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PoliticsMar 29

Supreme Court considers Mississippi law allowing late mail-in ballot counting

The Supreme Court is reviewing a Mississippi statute that permits mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted if received within five business days afterward.

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PoliticsMar 7

ICE Arrests Spanish-Language Reporter in Nashville, Attorney Disputes Warrant Claims

Immigration authorities arrested Estefany Rodriguez Florez, a Nashville reporter who has covered ICE critically, with conflicting accounts about whether a warrant existed.

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PoliticsMar 26

Senate Rejects Iran War Powers Resolution in 53-47 Vote

The Senate voted down a Democratic measure to limit presidential military action against Iran without congressional approval.

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PoliticsMar 13

Hawaii Governor Declares Emergency as Powerful Storm Approaches Islands

Governor Josh Green issued an emergency proclamation as Hawaii prepares for a storm bringing heavy rain, strong winds and potential flooding.

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PoliticsJun 8

Author Examines Jewish American Political Alignment in New Book

Batya Ungar-Sargon explores the historical factors behind Jewish Americans' political affiliations and changing perspectives in recent work.

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PoliticsApr 3

Supreme Court Justice Alito Hospitalized for Dehydration After March Event

Justice Samuel Alito was treated at a hospital for dehydration after falling ill at a Federalist Society dinner in Philadelphia on March 20.

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PoliticsMay 4

8 People Arrested During Protest Outside Brooklyn Hospital Where ICE Brought Detainee

Eight protesters were arrested outside a Brooklyn hospital where federal immigration agents brought a detainee for medical evaluation.

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PoliticsApr 19

Over 200 Immigration Judges Leave Posts Amid Trump Administration Changes

More than 200 immigration judges have been fired, forced out or retired as the Trump administration implements changes to immigration courts.

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PoliticsApr 15

Three Separate Policy and Technology Issues Draw Congressional, Public Attention

Immigration enforcement concerns, surveillance law debates, and AI regulation advocacy represent distinct policy challenges facing lawmakers and communities.

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PoliticsMay 28

Los Angeles Officials Face Scrutiny Over Unspent Homelessness Funding

LA Councilwoman Nithya Raman questioned over $4 million in unused state funds for homeless encampment cleanup as conditions persist.

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