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Senators Seek to Curb Facial Recognition at Airports, Citing Privacy Concerns

A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing to add language to the reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration that would halt expansion of the technology. [...]

Using Cartoonish Accents, J.F.K.’s Grandson Insults and Mocks Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

In an escalation of the family feud, the son of Caroline Kennedy portrayed heavily accented characters who suggested that his cousin, the presidential candidate, was on steroids, not too smart and a liar. [...]

Judge Postpones Start of Trump Documents Trial Without New Date

Judge Aileen Cannon had previously made clear that the trial would not start as scheduled this month but she declined to set a new timetable, saying many pretrial issues still have to be resolved. [...]

Trump, Biden and a Split Screen Made for This Moment

President Biden gave a speech on Holocaust remembrance. Former President Trump was in court with Stormy Daniels. The day captured the sometimes unreal reality of a presidential race like none before it. [...]

Why Biden and Harris Are So Busy on Wednesdays, When Trump Isn’t in Court

The president and vice president have been keeping up a busy schedule in the middle of each week, just as Donald Trump takes a break from his trial in New York. [...]

RFK Jr. Says Doctors Found a Dead Worm in His Brain

The presidential candidate has faced previously undisclosed health issues, including a parasite that he said ate part of his brain. [...]

Democrats, Sensing Shift on Abortion Rights Among Latinas, Push for More Gains

Hispanic views on the issue vary widely, and Democrats face hurdles, but opportunities, too. As one House candidate said: “I go to Mass, but I also support a woman’s right to choose.” [...]

Billions in Chips Grants Are Expected to Fuel Industry Growth, Report Finds

The United States will triple its domestic chip manufacturing capacity by 2032, the largest increase in the world, according to a report from the Semiconductor Industry Association. [...]

Biden Puts Arms Shipment to Israel on Hold Amid Dispute Over Rafah Attack

The United States withheld 3,500 bombs last week out of concern that they might be used in a major assault against the southern Gaza city, officials said. [...]

For American Jews, Biden’s Speech on Antisemitism Offers Recognition and Healing

While his message resonated with many Jewish leaders, the president’s remarks drew criticism from Republicans and supporters of Palestinians on the left. [...]

How Kyrsten Sinema's decision makes Democrats' 2024 Senate map tighter

Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema decided to shake up the political world on Friday by becoming an independent. The former Democrat is still caucusing with the party in the Senate, so the Democratic caucus still has 51 members. Now, instead of 49 Democrats and two independents within their ranks, the caucus has 48 Democrats and three independents. [...]

Meet the woman steering Biden's bipartisan winning streak on Capitol Hill

The Biden administration managed to rack up a long list of major legislative wins in its first two years despite facing one of the most closely-divided Congresses in history. From bipartisan action on infrastructure, gun safety and same-sex marriage to party-line bills tackling climate change and expanding health care coverage, it's a record President Joe Biden and Democrats on the ballot were all eager to tout on the campaign trail during the midterms. [...]

CNN Political Briefing

The political news you need to know, in 10 minutes or less. Hosted by David Chalian. [...]

The Axe Files with David Axelrod

Go beyond the soundbites and get to know some of the most interesting players in politics. [...]

Margins of Error

Look closely at almost anything and you'll find data—lots of it. But what are those numbers really saying about who we are and what we believe? Harry Enten is on a mission to find out. [...]

The notable legal clouds that continue to hang over Donald Trump

All eyes are on former President Donald Trump, who has launched another White House bid. [...]

The fine print of the Respect for Marriage Act

Let's start with the positive: Republicans and Democrats are coming together to protect same-sex marriage from the Supreme Court. [...]

Everything you need to know about Biden's student loan forgiveness program

President Joe Biden's federal student loan forgiveness program, which promises to deliver up to $20,000 of debt relief for millions of borrowers, is on hold indefinitely as legal challenges work their way through the courts. [...]

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US reveals it paused shipment of bombs for Israel

A bomb shipment was halted last week over concerns Israel was going ahead with a Rafah offensive. [...]

Going to the extreme: Inside Germany’s far right

A BBC investigation uncovers links between opposition AfD party figures and extremist networks. [...]

Trump and Stormy Daniels face off on tense day in court

The star witness recounted her alleged sexual encounter with the ex-president and faced testy questioning from his lawyers. [...]

Kim family's master propagandist dies at 94

Kim Ki Nam built the personality cult of North Korea's ruling dynasty. [...]

Oceans suffer from record-breaking year of heat

Every single day of the past 12 months has seen a new global sea temperature high for the time of year. [...]

Parents pay tribute to surfers killed in Mexico

"The world has become a darker place for us," say the Australian parents of brothers Callum and Jake. [...]

Ireland's goth gremlin through to Eurovision final

Some of the contest's most outlandish songs sail into the final, but there are tears for Australia. [...]

US revokes licences for sales of chips to Huawei

The move follows Huawei's release of an AI-enabled computer powered by a chip created by Intel. [...]

FTX says it has billions more than owed to victims

The failed cryptocurrency giant says it has billions of dollars more than needed to cover its debts. [...]

Dozens trapped as tornado collapses FedEx depot

The rare tornado ripped the roof off the facility, and first responders are working to reach those inside. [...]

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