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The mega rich are the new political bosses. Is that bad for democracy?
Billionaires and multimillionaires exert growing influence in politics but regular citizens are about to have their say.
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White House press secretary acted ‘contrary’ to Hatch Act, watchdog says
The Office of the Special Counsel said Karine Jean-Pierre and a deputy press secretary failed to comply with the law, designed to limit the political activity of government employees, when they slammed “MAGA” Republicans in June.
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Hard-right backtrack on spending levels leaves sour taste for colleagues
“It could have saved ourselves some time,” one Republican House member said.
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George Santos Reveals One Truth: It’s Easy to Abuse Campaign Finance Laws
The newly ousted congressman, while an extreme case, illustrated the weaknesses of a system that relies on politicians to report their finances in good faith.
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McCarthy, Laboring to Adjust to Life After the Speakership, Eyes Exiting Congress
The California Republican is still angry at his ouster and has struggled to acclimate. His colleagues expect him to retire, but he has taken his time deciding.
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21 Lifestyle Hacks That Will Change Your Life
Lifestyle hacks are small changes you can make to your daily routine that will have a big impact on your life. Here are 21 hacks that will change your life for the better: 1. Get more sleep. Most people need around eight hours of sleep per night. If you’re not getting enough sleep, you’re not…
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Carolyn Hax: Even when they talk, husband’s no longer paying attention
When one spouse stops asking about the other’s day, and barely listens anyway if it comes up, what’s next for them?
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Ask Amy: How do I explain that I’m not working for mental health reasons?
She doesn’t work because of her mental health and is worried about explaining that to others.
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Miss Manners: Friend’s mom keeps comparing our kids
How do you stop this mom from comparing her daughter to her friend?
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Trump pardoned them. Now they’re helping him return to power.
President Trump’s unprecedented use of pardon power to benefit political and financial backers is paying dividends as he seeks to return to the White House.