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Hasan Piker expresses interest in campaigning for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Hasan Piker expressed his desire to support Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in a potential presidential campaign.

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Hasan Piker expresses interest in campaigning for AOC

Hasan Piker expressed interest in campaigning for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez if she runs for president.

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Former Labor councillor questioned over message about NSW minister

Sharangan Maheswaran, a former Labor councillor, testified about a controversial message regarding a NSW minister during an inquiry into corruption and lobbying.

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Government Plans to Reopen Detention Centres for Visa Overstayers

The Australian government plans to reopen detention centres for visa overstayers to address the issue of unlawful non-citizens in the country.

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Tom Watson appointed to full-time position at Palantir

Tom Watson has been appointed to a full-time position at Palantir Technologies, focusing on public sector contracts amid scrutiny.

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MPs call for government action on Thames Water management

A group of MPs is urging the government to take control of Thames Water due to its financial troubles and management issues.

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House of Lords updates dress code, allows business attire without ties

The House of Lords has updated its dress code to allow business attire without ties for men.

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Tillis calls for action on Hegseth impeachment resolution

Senator Thom Tillis expresses support for impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth following the resignation of Army Secretary Dan Driscoll.

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Russians Vote in State Duma Election with Limited Opposition

Russians are voting in a State Duma election with the ruling party facing no significant opposition due to the exclusion of a liberal anti-war party from the ballot.

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US Institute of Peace seeks to block Trump's name from being carved into headquarters facade

The US Institute of Peace is attempting to block the carving of President Trump's name into its headquarters facade.

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Trump announces executive orders on hunting and fishing restrictions

President Trump announced executive orders that roll back certain hunting and fishing restrictions during a dinner with outdoor enthusiasts.

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Judge warns Attorney General of possible contempt in Epstein files case

A federal judge warned the Attorney General of possible contempt if the DOJ does not comply with an order regarding Epstein files.

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Trump administration issues memo impacting Endangered Species Act protections

The Trump administration issued a memo that alters protections for wildlife and plants under the Endangered Species Act.

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USPS halts development of mail voting system following Supreme Court ruling

The U.S. Postal Service has halted development of a mail voting system after a Supreme Court ruling.

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Home Secretary addresses concerns over activist's views on asylum sites

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood addressed concerns about activist Daniel Thomas's extremist views on asylum sites and reassured villagers about the management of incoming asylum seekers.

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Governor Wes Moore supports statewide moratorium on data center development

Governor Wes Moore supports a moratorium on new data center development in Maryland.

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Congress approves sanctions on Russia and countries using Russian energy

Congress has passed a bill to impose new sanctions on Russia and countries using Russian energy, which is now headed to the President.

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Changes to immigration policy have affected U.S. citizenship process

The Trump administration has implemented new requirements and stricter vetting standards for immigrants seeking U.S. citizenship, making the naturalization process more challenging.

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Supreme Court denies Trump's efforts to change mail ballot procedures

The Supreme Court ruled against Trump's attempt to change mail ballot procedures for elections.

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Trump's ICE nominee withdrawn following Republican senator's objection

The White House has withdrawn the nomination of Trump's candidate for ICE due to a Republican senator's objection over immigration enforcement-related deaths.

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Scalise estimates GOP can reach 225 House seats in upcoming elections

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise believes Republicans can achieve 225 House seats by mobilizing their voter base.

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Scalise sets GOP seat target at 225 in House of Representatives

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise announced that Republicans are aiming for 225 seats in the House of Representatives amid challenging political conditions.

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Analysis Shows Supporters of Mike Rogers Include Prior Republican Affiliates

An analysis reveals that many supporters of Mike Rogers have prior affiliations with Republican initiatives, including 'Jews For Mitt'.

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Analysis Shows Some Michigan Jewish Democrats Supporting Mike Rogers Are GOP Affiliates

An analysis reveals that many signatories of the 'Michigan Jewish Dems' supporting Mike Rogers have past affiliations with Republican initiatives.

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Analysis Shows Many Michigan Jewish Dems Supporting Mike Rogers Are Republican Supporters

An analysis reveals that many signatories supporting Mike Rogers from the Michigan Jewish Democrats have a history of backing Republican initiatives.

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Pentagon official briefs senators on Iran war and defense strategy

Senators expressed frustration after a closed-door briefing with a Pentagon official regarding U.S. defense strategy and the situation in Iran.

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Trump hosts Interior Secretary and outdoorsmen for dinner at Rose Garden

President Trump is hosting a dinner at the White House with outdoorsmen and signing executive orders to reverse land use restrictions from the Biden administration.

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Senate Democrats request cost breakdown of Iran war from Defense Secretary Hegseth

Senate Democrats have requested a cost breakdown of the Iran war from Defense Secretary Hegseth, reflecting concerns over military spending.

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Trump to potentially meet with Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez

President Trump is planning a potential meeting with Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodriguez next week.

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Trump plans meeting with Venezuela's interim president

President Trump is arranging a meeting with Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, during the UN General Assembly.