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ICE at the Polls? Here’s Why It’s Not Happening
Voting expert says ICE won’t patrol polling places, dismissing fears of enforcement at the polls. Officials urge calm as legal…
The Pentagon is using polygraphs to hunt leakers, but the tests are more theater than fact
Pentagon ramps up polygraph use to root out classified leaks, but experts say the exams offer spectacle over science -…
Trump’s Venezuela Deal Helps His Rich Friends—And That’s It
Trump’s Venezuela deal funnels lucrative contracts and eased sanctions to allies and major donors, while failing to deliver relief to…
Here are a few engaging rewrites with the source removed – pick the one you like: – Why the Supreme Court Blocked Plans to Restrict Mail-In Voting in the Midterms – How the Supreme Court Stopped Efforts to Limit Mail-In Ballots Ahead of the Midterms – Su
The Supreme Court blocked efforts by former President Trump and the Postal Service to curb mail-in voting for the midterms,…
1) Democrats launch congressional probe into alleged Russian oligarch funding of Trump Jr.’s wedding parties 2) Alleged Russian oligarch funding of Trump Jr.’s wedding parties sparks Democratic investigation 3) Did a Russian oligarch fund Trump Jr.’s we
Democratic members of Congress are probing whether a Russian oligarch helped finance Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding parties, Reuters reports, as…
States and Cities Rush to Court to Block Trump’s ‘Wealth Test’ Immigration Rule Before It Takes Effect
Multiple states and cities filed suit to block the Trump administration’s new immigrant ‘wealth test,’ arguing it unlawfully restricts lawful…
Here are several engaging rewrites you can choose from: 1. “Democracy in Crisis: Americans Know the Fix – So Why Can’t We Act?” 2. “Everyone Agrees Our Democracy Is Failing – The Solution Is Simple, Yet Out of Reach” 3. “Our Democracy Is in Trouble – The
A majority of Americans say democracy is in crisis, yet many point to a straightforward fix-restoring trust in institutions and…
Here are a few engaging rewrites (no source mentioned): 1. Trump Jr. Confirms Russian Oligarch Helped Fund His Wedding 2. Bombshell: Russian Oligarch Partly Financed Donald Trump Jr.’s Wedding, Couple Says 3. Couple Says Russian Billionaire Contribut
WDRB reports Donald Trump Jr. and his wife say a Russian oligarch helped fund part of their wedding celebration, confirming…
Republican Blasts Trump’s Bizarre Repost On 9/11: ‘I Would Have Stayed Away From It’
A Republican criticized former President Trump's controversial 9/11 repost as ill-advised, saying, "I would have stayed away from it," sparking…
Live updates: Trump pushes back on AI concerns, criticizes Anthropic leader; Congress returns to DC
Live updates: Trump rebuffs AI safety worries and attacks Anthropic's CEO, while Congress reconvenes in Washington - tracking developments on…
How States Already Secure Election Integrity – and Why MAGA Opposes It
Many states use bipartisan audits and secure chain-of-custody measures to verify results - practices experts say work. Still, MAGA activists…
Security Clearances Don’t Show Who to Trust – They Reveal Hidden Risks a President Might Miss
Security clearances don't tell a president whom to trust; they flag hidden vulnerabilities and foreign ties among advisors. New findings…
Here are some punchier headline options (source removed): – Trump’s America Isn’t Our Ally – Britain Must Forge Its Own Future – When the US Turns Inward: Why Britain Needs to Stand Alone – Stop Relying on America: How Britain Can Secure Its Place in
Simon Jenkins warns a Trump-led United States cannot be relied on as an ally. Britain must wake up and secure…
Trump asks Smithsonian to install ‘Colossus statue’ of George Washington with exhibit – The Guardian
Donald Trump has urged the Smithsonian to erect a 'Colossus' statue of George Washington with an accompanying exhibit, framing the…
Trump Voices Support for a ‘Unified’ Ireland During Weekend Visit
On a weekend visit to Ireland, former President Trump said he would like to see a 'unified' Ireland, sparking debate…
Lawmakers Return from Recess as Trump Competes at an Irish Golf Tournament
Live updates: Lawmakers prepare to return from recess as Capitol readies for key votes; former President Trump appears at a…