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Prosecutors object as Hunter Biden proposes entering a plea to avoid trial on federal tax charges

Prosecutors object as Hunter Biden proposes entering a plea to avoid trial on federal tax charges

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hunter Biden 's lawyer said Thursday that he would enter a plea to avoid trial just as jury selection was set to begin his federal tax case, surprising prosecutors who urged the judge to reject the unusual plea that would allow the
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Manitoba premier Wab Kinew wants federal help to avoid potential tuition hikes

Manitoba premier Wab Kinew wants federal help to avoid potential tuition hikes

WINNIPEG — Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says a new federal policy on international students could lead to higher post-secondary tuition fees for domestic ones.
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Nova Scotia bill would give workers 27-week unpaid leave for serious illness

Nova Scotia bill would give workers 27-week unpaid leave for serious illness

HALIFAX — The Nova Scotia government has tabled a bill that would significantly increase the amount of unpaid time off for employees who develop a serious illness or are severely hurt on the job.
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Trump says he'd create a government efficiency commission led by Elon Musk

Trump says he'd create a government efficiency commission led by Elon Musk

PHOENIX (AP) — Former President Donald Trump said Thursday he would create a government efficiency commission to audit the entire federal government, an idea suggested by billionaire Elon Musk , who would lead it.
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Police deny Venezuela gang has taken over rundown apartment complex in Denver suburb

Police deny Venezuela gang has taken over rundown apartment complex in Denver suburb

DENVER (AP) — Police in the Denver suburb of Aurora say a Venezuela street gang with a small presence in the city has not taken over a rundown apartment complex — yet the allegation continues to gain steam among conservatives and was amplified by for
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China's halt of foreign adoptions leaves questions about pending cases

China's halt of foreign adoptions leaves questions about pending cases

BEIJING (AP) — The Chinese government is ending its intercountry adoption program, and the U.S. is seeking clarification on how the decision will affect hundreds of American families with pending applications. In a phone call with U.S.
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Right-wing influencers were duped to work for covert Russian operation, US says

Right-wing influencers were duped to work for covert Russian operation, US says

NEW YORK (AP) — They have millions of followers online. They have been major players in right-wing political discourse since Donald Trump was president. And they worked unknowingly for a company that was a front for a Russian influence operation , U.
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Trump says he'd create a government efficiency commission led by Elon Musk

Trump says he'd create a government efficiency commission led by Elon Musk

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Donald Trump said Thursday he would create a government efficiency commission to audit the entire federal government, an idea suggested by billionaire Elon Musk , who would lead it.
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GOP lawsuits set the stage for state challenges if Trump loses the election

GOP lawsuits set the stage for state challenges if Trump loses the election

Before voters even begin casting ballots, Democrats and Republicans are engaged in a sprawling legal fight over the 2024 election through a series of court disputes that could even run past Nov. 5 if results are close.
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Markey and Warren condemn Steward's CEO for refusing to comply with a Senate subpoena

Markey and Warren condemn Steward's CEO for refusing to comply with a Senate subpoena

BOSTON (AP) — Several political leaders, including Massachusetts U.S. Sens.
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