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White House prepares gun proposals, but where Trump stands is unclear

September 14, 2019

The White House is preparing to roll out its plan to reduce gun violence next week, even as President Trump remains conflicted behind the scenes on what provisions he will ultimately support and Senate Republicans continue to say they will consider o

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Bolton’s departure allegedly pegged to disagreement over lifting sanctions on Iran

September 14, 2019

John Bolton’s departure as national security adviser stemmed from a disagreement Monday over a suggestion from President Trump that the United States might lift some sanctions on Iran as a negotiation tool, a person close to Bolton said Saturday.

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September 13, 2019

Friday's News: All ten top polling Democrats meet for a debate where healthcare divides took center stage, President Trump says Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not be the next national security adviser and House Democrats offer multiple messages on impeachment.

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Trump Administration Considers a Drastic Cut in Refugees Allowed to Enter U.S.

September 7, 2019

The White House is considering a plan that would keep most refugees who are fleeing war, persecution and famine out of the United States, significantly cutting back a decades-old program, according to current and former administration officials.

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The longer children are in detention, the more their health deteriorates, says DHHS

September 7, 2019

Medical professionals and children’s welfare advocates have warned of health risks from detaining migrant children and separating them from family members. Now, a government agency has delivered a comprehensive report on the issue.

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What does North Carolina’s special election mean for 2020?

September 13, 2019

The GOP narrowly won in a district President Trump won by 12 points in 2016.

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Democrats diverge over pursuing assault weapons ban

September 12, 2019

The split among Democrats between dramatic action and practical politics has added a complicated wrinkle to the gun debate now roiling Washington and the campaign trail.

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POLITICO Playbook: Republicans squeak by in North Carolina. Here’s what it means.

September 11, 2019

Millions of Republican dollars and a Donald Trump and Mike Pence visit later, the Republicans found a way to hold onto a deep red House seat here in North Carolina, where Dan Bishop, a Republican state senator, beat Dan McCready, a Democrat who has n

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What Matters This Week in the 2020 Race: Joe Biden marches on, with twists just ahead

September 14, 2019

The center held. That, at least, appears to be the takeaway from the most important political event of the week, Thursday night’s Democratic debate in Houston

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