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Trump vilifies caravan, says he’ll cut Central American aid
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump declared Monday the U.S. will begin cutting aid to three Central American countries he accused of failing to stop thousands of migrants heading for the U.S. border. But across…
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China-US ties sinking amid acrimony over trade, politics
BEIJING (AP) — “Both ignorant and malicious” was how the official China Daily newspaper recently described comments by U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, offering a stinging insight into the current bitter tone of discourse…
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Electoral board members suspended, jury to hear their case
The State Board of Elections alleges Hopewell Electoral Board members David Silvestro and Herbert Townes Jr. voted to submit an illegal draft ballot and voted behind closed doors to hire a new registrar.
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Anywhere but Washington: Why DC stories rarely film in DC
“The city’s beautiful, and it hasn’t really been exploited yet,” said author George Pelecanos, who is on a personal mission to turn the nation’s capital into a film hub.
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The McCain Institute is looking for a few good mavericks
WASHINGTON (AP) — A nonprofit named for the late Sen. John McCain is looking for “mavericks” to vote in the Nov. 6 midterm election and fight for human rights around the world as President Donald…
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Trump escalates immigration rhetoric at rally to boost Cruz
HOUSTON (AP) — President Donald Trump escalated his immigration rhetoric at a midterm rally in Texas on Monday, falsely accusing Democrats of “encouraging millions of illegal aliens to break our laws, violate our borders and…
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Cuomo, Molinaro to spar in NY gov race’s only planned debate
NEW YORK (AP) — New Yorkers may get their only chance Tuesday to see Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo debate Republican challenger Marc Molinaro before next month’s election. Cuomo, a Democrat seeking a third term, will…
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Trump: ‘I’m not satisfied’ with accounts of Khashoggi death
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday he’s not satisfied with the explanations he’s heard about the death of Saudi writer Jamal Khashoggi and is awaiting reports from U.S. personnel returning from the region.…
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Democrat to debate with rare shot at governor’s race win
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — The first debate in South Dakota’s race for governor comes as Republican Kristi Noem is trying to punch holes in hard-charging Democrat Billie Sutton’s moderate image. Noem, a four-term congresswoman,…
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Ellison abuse allegation fuels Minnesota GOP rival’s bid
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — In ads, rallies and the signage on his campaign bus, the Republican running for Minnesota attorney general has a prevailing message for voters: He’s not Keith Ellison. As the Democratic…
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Prosecutor plans announcement on investigation of Indiana AG
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A special prosecutor who helped investigate allegations that Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill drunkenly groped a lawmaker and three legislative staffers is planning an announcement on that investigation. Fort Wayne attorney Daniel…
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Trump blasts caravan, says he’s cutting Central American aid
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump declared Monday the U.S. will begin cutting aid to three Central American countries he accused of failing to stop thousands of migrants heading for the U.S. border. But across…
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Trump escalates immigration rhetoric at rally to boost Cruz
HOUSTON (AP) — President Donald Trump escalated his immigration rhetoric at a midterm rally in Texas on Monday, falsely accusing Democrats of “encouraging millions of illegal aliens to break our laws, violate our borders and…
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Supreme Court: Ross can’t be questioned in census suit
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is siding with the Trump administration to block the questioning of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross about his decision to add a citizenship question to the 2020 census. The unsigned…
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Early voting in Texas begins with lines, strong turnout
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Early voting opened across Texas on Monday, bringing long lines and record first-day midterm turnout in Houston and complaints about outdated technology slowing people casting ballots elsewhere. It took Harris County,…
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