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The Fashion Company Millennials Loved Just Got Bought By America's Rival
American fashion retailer Everlane sells to Chinese e-commerce giant Shein for reported $100 million, sparking debate over labor practices and American retail sovereignty.
The High-Stakes AI Race Between the World's Global Superpowers
Policy debates heat up over whether U.S. should prioritize domestic safety regulations or market-based competition in strategic technology contest with China.
Texas AG Ken Paxton's Forum Shopping Practices Draw Criticism From Legal Experts
ProPublica investigation found at least 30 cases filed by the attorney general over nine years in counties with tenuous connections to alleged violations.
Newsom, Other Democrats Urge Party to Name 'Villains' in Messaging Strategy
California governor tells IDEAS conference that party must be more pointed in attacks on Trump-era opponents to win back voters.
Duffy Criticizes Buttigieg Over Transportation Policy as Feud Escalates
The transportation secretary posted a video calling his predecessor a sloth while defending the department's record under President Trump.
Idaho Democrats Choose Small Business Owner in Uphill Race Against Incumbent GOP Governor
Terri Pickens won the Democratic primary and will face Gov. Brad Little, a 36-year incumbent streak for Republicans in the governor's office.
San Diego Mosque Attack Kills 3 as Investigators Probe Teen Gunmen's Motives
Police recovered more than 30 guns and a manifesto with white supremacist views from the suspects' residences, officials said.
4 Takeaways From Tuesday's Primary Night in Half a Dozen States
Trump-backed candidates notched wins while general-election vulnerabilities emerged for Republicans in key swing districts.
Georgia Republicans Head to Runoff in Secretary of State Race Defined by 2020 Election Claims
Vernon Jones and Tim Fleming will face off June 16 after neither reached the 50% threshold in Tuesday's primary, with both campaigns centered on election integrity promises.
Squad-Endorsed Democrat Wins Heated Primary to Represent Pennsylvania's 3rd District
Chris Rabb, backed by Democratic Socialists of America and progressive lawmakers, defeated several candidates including State Sen. Sharif Street in the heavily Democratic district.