WASHINGTON — 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 …
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Trump plays golf in Scotland while protesters take to the streets and decry his visit
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesEDINBURGH, Scotland — President Trump played golf Saturday at his course on Scotland’s coast while protesters around the country took to the streets to decry his visit and accuse United Kingdom leaders …
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The House is looking into the Epstein investigation. Here’s what could happen next
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesWASHINGTON — A key House committee is looking into the investigation of the late Jeffrey Epstein for sex trafficking crimes, working to subpoena President Trump’s Department of Justice for files in the …
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L.A.’s bid to redo its City Charter kicks off with a leadership battle
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesGood morning, and welcome to L.A. on the Record — our City Hall newsletter. It’s David Zahniser, with an assist from Julia Wick, giving you the latest on city and …