For female state lawmakers in Kentucky, choosing when to go to the bathroom has long required careful calculation. There are only two bathroom stalls for women on the third floor …
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How California draws congressional districts, and why it might change in a proxy war with Trump
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe potential redrawing of California’s congressional district lines could upend the balance of power in Washington, D.C., in next year’s midterm congressional election. The unusual and unexpected redistricting may take …
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Trump moves to lift visa restrictions for Argentina in a boost to his right-wing ally
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesBUENOS AIRES, Argentina — The United States and Argentina on Monday announced that they are working on a plan to allow Argentine tourists to again travel to the U.S. without a visa. …
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Project 2025 author Paul Dans will challenge Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesWASHINGTON — A chief architect of Project 2025, Paul Dans, is launching a Republican primary challenge to Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina, joining a crowded field that will test the loyalties …
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‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detainees held without charges, barred from legal access, attorneys say
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesLawyers seeking a temporary restraining order against an immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades say that “Alligator Alcatraz” detainees have been barred from meeting attorneys, are being held without …
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How redistricting in Texas, California could change House elections
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesWASHINGTON — Congressional redistricting usually happens after the once-a-decade population count by the U.S. Census Bureau or in response to a court ruling. Now, Texas Republicans want to break that tradition — …
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A year of rapid change, except when it comes to Trump’s approval numbers, poll finds
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesWASHINGTON — Eric Hildenbrand has noticed prices continue to rise this year with President Trump in the White House. The San Diego resident doesn’t blame Trump, however, his choice for president in …
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Immigration judges fired by Trump administration say they will fight back
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesCHICAGO — Federal immigration judges fired by the Trump administration are filing appeals, pursuing legal action and speaking out in an unusually public campaign to fight back. More than 50 immigration judges …
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Controversial Trump official will lead U.S. Institute of Peace
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesA senior State Department official who was fired as a speechwriter during President Trump’s first term and has a history of racially charged, incendiary statements has been appointed to lead …