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At ‘CPAC of the Center,’ Democratic Moderates Beat Up on the Left
At a wonky gathering in Washington, centrist Democrats argued that they were the majority-makers the party needed to take control of Congress in 2026 and beyond.
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U.S. Brings Back Guatemalan Wrongly Deported to Mexico
The Trump administration obeyed the instructions of the judge in the case, a significant departure from the defiant stance it has staked out in other immigration matters.
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Judge Orders Trump Administration to Take Steps to Give Due Process to Deported Migrants
The judge also said the men, expelled under the Alien Enemies Act, were likely to prevail in their claims that they had been treated unfairly, deported with no chance to contest their removals.
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L.A. County to Pay $2.7 Million to Teen Beaten in Juvenile Hall ‘Gladiator Fight’
Surveillance video captured a 16-year-old being repeatedly punched, kicked and stomped by juveniles while probation officers watched.
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Justice Dept. Sues Texas Over Tuition Break for Undocumented Students
The Trump administration argues that the Texas Dream Act of 2001 illegally benefits undocumented students. It is unclear whether the state will defend it.
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Nearly All Remaining Voice of America Employees Could Be Fired Under Plan
A proposed restructuring would leave only 18 employees at the federally funded news agency, which was founded in 1942 to combat Nazi propaganda.
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A Guide to Madrid’s Maritime Treasures
The capital of Spain may not be on the coast, but that doesn’t keep it from celebrating its ties to the sea with museums, fountains, the occasional massive anchor and even the city’s favorite sandwich.
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Where to Go in Sydney, Australia, According to Nicole Kidman
When the Oscar-winning actress needs to recharge, she looks to her hometown, where she finds “comfort and ease” in gardens, art and harbor pools.
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Trump Bemoans How ‘HARD’ It Is to Strike a China Deal
Even the president appears to be doubting his strategy to win over Beijing, as relations fray between the trading partners.
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Misery Loves Company? Bleak Week: Cinema of Despair Hits a Nerve.
Movies that are major downers, it turns out, are a big film festival draw. “Sometimes the world is such that you just need to wallow a little bit.”