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5 issues that could determine Trump’s guilt in the hush money trial
The jury’s decision may turn on just a handful of questions that are largely detached from the tawdry details of the case.
Biden’s got a plan to protect science from Trump
The White House has told the National Institutes of Health to safeguard its work from political interference.
If you think Biden has troubles, just look at Trudeau
The Canadian prime minister's grim poll numbers stoke speculation about his future.
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Trump is still pushing the limits of the gag order. It could come back to haunt him at sentencing.
Dealing with the gag order is a distraction for both sides. But if Trump is convicted, his violations could be used as aggravating factors.
Commerce-backed deal with Emirati AI giant sets off alarm bells in Congress
Some lawmakers fear an unusual deal to wrest an Emirati tech champion away from Beijing could instead leak cutting-edge AI technology to China.
Hill GOP urges Trump to consider a running mate with center-right appeal — maybe even Haley
Rep. Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.) advised Trump to look at a VP pick who "really reflects areas where he needs to be more competitive to win.”
A porn star and gold bars: Menendez and Trump trials show split screen of alleged corruption
The absurdity of American politics makes its way to the courtroom.
Biden has no plan to touch the Alito controversy, even with a 10-foot pole
The president and his team have decided not to engage on a story that progressives say demands their engagement.
The EU's pathetic crocodile tears for Iranian hangman
Europe bends over backward not to offend murderous mullahs, more interested in potentially reopening trade than in human rights.
Gavin Newsom pounces as Republicans come to Big Oil’s defense
The potential Democratic presidential contender called Republican attorneys general “wholly owned subsidiaries of Big Oil.”
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