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Trump Demands That Bondi Move ‘Now’ to Prosecute Foes

His demand came a day after he ousted the federal prosecutor who failed to charge two of his most-reviled adversaries, Letitia James and James B. Comey. [...]

Trump Justice Dept. Closed Investigation Into Tom Homan for Accepting Bag of Cash

Mr. Homan came under scrutiny after he was said to be recorded last year taking $50,000 in cash from undercover F.B.I. agents. [...]

California Bars ICE Agents From Wearing Masks in the State

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill to prevent federal agents from concealing their identities with masks. The law is expected to face a legal challenge. [...]

Trump Is Expanding the National Guard’s Role. Some Former Generals Worry.

Responding to crises at home is part of the Guard’s mission. Helping crack down on crime in U.S. cities isn’t, say some former leaders, who fear this shift could hurt the force. [...]

For Erika Kirk, a Husband’s Life Cut Short by Violence He Seemed to Foresee

In an interview, the wife of the conservative activist Charlie Kirk said she had implored him to wear a bulletproof vest. But she sees divine work in his death. [...]

Political Violence Isn’t New. But Something About This Moment Is.

Charlie Kirk’s assassination fits into American history. How does it fit into our politics? [...]

Charlie Kirk Memorial to Draw an Outpouring From the Right

President Trump, JD Vance and other high-profile guests are among the more than 100,000 expected at the service, held at an N.F.L. stadium and an adjoining arena near Phoenix on Sunday. [...]

Where Charlie Kirk Stood on Key Political Issues

Here are some of the activist’s stances on climate change, immigration, gun control and other issues. [...]

Trump’s $100,000 H1-B Visa Fee Spurs Confusion and Chaos for Companies

The White House sought to clarify the proclamation on Saturday, but many companies remained cautious. “We are still flying in somewhat foggy conditions,” one attorney said. [...]

The H-1B Visa: Why Is Trump Adding a $100,000 Fee?

President Trump signed a proclamation on Friday adding a $100,000 fee to visas for skilled foreign workers. Immigration hard-liners have criticized the program for replacing American workers. [...]

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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Starmer to announce UK recognition of Palestinian state

A host of countries, including France and Canada, are expected to do the same when world leaders gather at the UN General Assembly next week. [...]

Heightened security as Americans gather for Kirk memorial

Donald Trump and JD Vance will be among the speakers at the event in Arizona. [...]

How Russian-funded fake news network aims to disrupt election in Europe - BBC investigation

An undercover reporter discovers a network is offering to pay for social media posts undermining Moldova’s ruling party. [...]

I spent $8,000 to get back to US after Trump visa deadline

US officials later clarified current H-1B holders were unaffected but immigration lawyers already advised people to return. [...]

Dutch police clash with anti-immigration protesters

Around 1,500 people blocked a highway in The Hague while a police car was also set on fire. [...]

Heathrow warns of second day of disruption after cyber-attack

The issue affecting check-in and baggage systems caused hundreds of delays and cancellations on Saturday. [...]

BBC's Steve Rosenberg attends 'Russia's answer to Eurovision'

Vietnam was among 23 countries competing in a glitzy Russian song contest, revived three years after Russia was banned from Eurovision. [...]

Watch: Philippines anti-corruption protests turn violent

Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of the capital Manila, with some clashing with police. [...]

White House outlines TikTok deal that would give US control of algorithm

The White House said a deal could be signed "in the coming days", but Beijing is yet to comment. [...]

Duchess of York called Epstein 'supreme friend' in 2011 email

A spokesperson for the duchess says the message was sent to counter a threat Epstein had made to sue her for defamation. [...]

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