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Kennedy Says He'd Exclude Jan. 6 Rioters from Anti-Weaponization Fund Bill
The Louisiana Republican drew a line on which defendants should receive federal support under the proposed legislation.
Harris Cites JFK, Obama Among 'Most Effective' Presidents, Omitting Biden
The former vice president's answer at the National Urban League Conference drew attention given her four years in Biden's administration.
Hunter Biden Claims Under Oath That Family Is Broke Amid Fight Over $17M Legal Bill
Deposition transcript shows Hunter Biden says he owns no car, phone, or savings as law firm seeks unpaid fees.
California GOP Makes Voter ID Ballot Measure Centerpiece of 2026 Midterm Strategy
Proposition 39 would require identification to vote as the party seeks to capitalize on frustration over affordability, education, and delayed election results.
Spain Calls Some EU Members' Response to Migrant Crossings 'Selfish'
The criticism targets European capitals Madrid says are refusing a fair share of responsibility for migrants arriving by sea.
Tuesday Referendum Tests GOP Push to Restrict Citizen-Led Ballot Initiatives
Twenty-four states allow citizen initiatives; the vote comes after several GOP-led legislatures moved to raise passage thresholds or add signature hurdles.
Kamala Harris Endorses Major Changes to Supreme Court, Electoral College
The former vice president also floated Puerto Rico statehood as she weighs a potential 2028 presidential bid.
Spain to Put Containment Fence on Ceuta's Border With Morocco After Frontier Rush That Killed 67
Madrid installs a 500-meter sea barrier after at least 67 die in mass crossing; EU leaders urge coordinated response.
John Cleese Says He's 'a Culturalist,' Not Racist, Amid UK Immigration Debate
The Monty Python co-founder has backed Restore Britain, a party focused on ending mass immigration and what it calls 'the relentless creep of radical Islam.'
Staff Sgt. Rampersad, 28, Who Always Knew She Wanted to Serve, Laid to Rest
The service member was laid to rest following her death connected to US military activity involving Iran, according to NPR.