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The weighted politics of the debate over covid-19 origins
We’re not much closer to knowing how the pandemic began, but there’s no shortage of people willing to declare victory.
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The inevitable — and imminent — Trump-DeSantis war
The highly unusual dynamics are such that it’s unavoidable.
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Wyoming shows GOP tension over using government to combat ‘woke’
The state is under almost unanimous Republican control. But some of its leaders are echoing some 2024 hopefuls in emphasizing restraint in combating “woke” entities.
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To Tap Federal Funds, Chip Makers Will Need to Provide Child Care
The move seeks to help more women join the work force as industry leaders complain of labor shortages.
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Indian Americans Rapidly Climbing Political Ranks
The 2024 cycle reflects huge strides in representation: A decade ago, “it was inconceivable that someone named Raj Goyle — let alone Rajeev Goyle — would run for office in Wichita,” said Mr. Goyle, a former Kansas lawmaker.
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Elissa Slotkin Announces Senate Run in Michigan
Ms. Slotkin, a former C.I.A. analyst who represents a divided district, is expected to focus heavily on economic matters.
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Biden’s Semiconductor Plan Flexes the Power of the Federal Government
In return for vast subsidies, the Biden administration is asking the chip industry to make promises about its workers and finances.
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Supreme Court Seems Skeptical of Broad Sweep of Identity Theft Law
Using examples drawn from valet parking and restaurant meals, the justices indicated that a federal law imposing mandatory two-year sentences should be read narrowly.
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It’s the Cool Season in Death Valley
Scorching summer temperatures are fearsome in this national park, but winter and early spring offer visitors a chance to appreciate a stunning landscape of snow-capped peaks, salt flats, winding canyons and volcanic hills.
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Fight Club sandwiches dissolve the line between insanity and genius
The pandemic-related pop-up on Capitol Hill has become a full-fledged restaurant, and that’s a good thing.