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Texas attorney general and state lawmakers spar over death row inmate in 'shaken baby' case
A bipartisan group of Texas lawmakers who used their legislative powers and the courts to stop an execution last week with only hours to spare have drawn public rebuke from state Attorney General ...6 hours ago -
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Russian lawmakers ratify pact with N. Korea as US confirms troops to Russia
Russian lawmakers have ratified a pact with North Korea envisioning mutual military assistance, a move that comes even as the U.S. confirmed the deployment of 3,000 North Korean troops to Russia11 hours ago - Russia -
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A lawmaker from the far-right Freedom Party is elected as speaker of Austria's parliament
A lawmaker from the far-right Freedom Party has been elected as the new speaker of Austria’s parliament, weeks after the party won a national election for the first time12 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Kentucky lawmaker dies after lawnmower plunges into swimming pool
Kentucky state Sen. Johnnie Turner (R) died Tuesday from injuries he suffered after being thrown into an empty swimming pool while riding his lawnmower just over a month ago. Turner, 76, formerly ...13 hours ago -
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Lawmaker dies after plunging into swimming pool on lawn mower
Kentucky state Sen. Johnnie Turner was known for his staunch support for the coal industry and other causes in his Appalachian district.17 hours ago -
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North Carolina lawmakers convene again to address Hurricane Helene's billions in damages
North Carolina state legislators are returning to work to consider further relief for recovery from Hurricane Helene17 hours ago -
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Some Liberal lawmakers ask Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau not to run for a fourth term
Some lawmakers in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s own Liberal Party have asked the leader not to run for a fourth term Wednesday, handing him one of the biggest tests of his political careerYesterday -
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Kentucky lawmaker dies weeks after plunging into an empty swimming pool on a mower
Kentucky state Sen. Johnnie Turner has died weeks after being injured when the lawn mower he was riding plunged into an empty swimming pool at his homeYesterday -
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French legislators divided over a lawmaker caught buying drugs
French politicians appear deeply divided over the fate of leftist lawmaker Andy Kerbrat, and whether he should resignYesterday -
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Lawmakers: South Korea’s spy chief tells parliament that North Korea has sent another 1,500 troops to Russia
Lawmakers: South Korea’s spy chief tells parliament that North Korea has sent another 1,500 troops to RussiaYesterday - North Korea -
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Judge tosses suits against 3 lawmakers over posts after Chiefs Super Bowl Rally shooting
A judge has tossed three lawsuits filed against lawmakers who shared social media posts that falsely accused a Kansas man of being among the shooters who opened fire at a rally celebrating the ...2 days ago - NFL -
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A UK lawmaker wants protected status for classic Cockney dish pie and mash
A British lawmaker has joined campaigners calling for a cornerstone of Cockney cuisine, pie and mash, to be given protected status as a distinct traditional food2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Texas lawmakers still working out specifics for death row inmate Robert Roberson's testimony
Texas death row inmate Robert Roberson was scheduled to testify before a panel of state lawmakers Monday, but that testimony was delayed. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste reports on why.2 days ago -
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"Not my king!" Australian lawmaker calls King Charles a "genocidalist"
King Charles heckled by an Australian senator calling him a "genocidalist" and sneezed on by an alpaca during his official royal tour.3 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Eye on America: Rise in threats to lawmakers and a roller derby team fights for trans rights
In Nevada, we examine the troubling rise of threats and toxicity that are affecting local politicians across the political spectrum. And in New York, we see how recreational sports is becoming the ...5 days ago -
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Tammy Baldwin and Eric Hovde spar over abortion and the economy in tense Wisconsin Senate debate
Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican Eric Hovde sparred over abortion rights and economic issues in the Wisconsin Senate debate.6 days ago - Abortion -
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McKinsey faces Republican calls for probe into China ‘conflicts’
US officials request investigation into whether consultancy breached rules for Pentagon contracts6 days ago - China -
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Nevada’s Senate Rivals Spar in a Debate Heavy on Policy and Light on Fireworks
Senator Jacky Rosen and her Republican challenger, Sam Brown, met for their only debate, focusing on the cost of living, abortion and other issues.6 days ago -
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Bipartisan lawmakers ask Congress to meet early for hurricane aid
Florida and several surrounding states suffered enormous financial losses from Hurricanes Milton and Helene. Lawmakers of both political parties are calling for Congress to reconvene to pass ...October 17 -
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Badenoch and Jenrick spar over visions for future of Tory party in TV debate
Jenrick pledges to ‘end the drama’, while Badenoch calls his plan to exit ECHR ‘a distraction from bigger worries’. Tory debate takeaways: a clash of styles, a tame format and a win for ...October 17 -
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Russian lawmakers give initial approval to a bill targeting those who advocate not having children
Russia’s lower house of parliament has given a quick initial approval to a bill outlawing the promotion of material that discourages people from having childrenOctober 17 - Russia -
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Zelenskyy's 'victory plan' includes a big hurdle for the West: NATO membership
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has told lawmakers that Ukraine’s Western partners are increasing pressure to negotiate with Russia, but he hinted such talks would be unfavorable to Kyiv as he ...October 16 -
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Harris spars with Fox News host and says she wouldn't be a 'continuation' of Biden
In a combative interview with Fox News, Harris said in the most emphatic terms to date that if elected she would not be a repeat of President Joe Biden’s nearly four years in office.October 17 - Joe Biden -
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Harris and Fox News' Baier spar over border and Biden presidency
In an interview with Fox News' Bret Baier, Vice President Kamala Harris used some of her strongest language yet to emphasize that her presidency would be distinct from President Biden’s if elected. ...October 17 - Joe Biden -
Politics - The Hill
Harris, Bret Baier spar over immigration at outset of Fox News interview
Vice President Harris on Wednesday sparred at length with Fox News anchor Bret Baier over immigration in a rare sit-down with the network. Baier opened the interview by asking Harris how many ...October 16 -
Politics - The Hill
Lawmakers press Boeing to resolve monthlong strike
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Lawmakers press Boeing to resolve monthlong strike Democratic lawmakers in ...October 16 -
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Washington lawmakers press Boeing, union to resolve monthlong strike
Four Democratic lawmakers from the state of Washington this week urged Boeing and the union representing striking machinists around Seattle and Portland, Ore., to resolve the labor dispute. Around ...October 16 -
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Jones spars with radio hosts over Cowboys' woes
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones got heated during his weekly radio appearance Tuesday on 105.3 The Fan in Dallas.October 15 - NFL -
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Lawmakers calls for extending telemedicine flexibilities, object to proposed DEA rule
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle in the House and Senate are calling for COVID-era flexibilities on telemedicine services to be extended to ensure access to "necessary and life-saving ...October 15 -
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CNN's Tapper, Youngkin spar over Trump's military remarks
CNN anchor Jake Tapper and Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) got into a heated exchange Monday over recent comments former President Trump made about the U.S. military. Trump suggested Sunday during ...October 15 - Donald Trump -
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Harris’ agenda targeting black men comes at ‘just the right time,’ says Democratic lawmaker
Rep. Gabe Amo (D-R.I.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss Vice President Harris’ new initiatives targeting Black men voters with voting already underway in key states.October 14 -
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Vance, ABC host spar over claims of Venezuelan gang in Colorado
Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance (Ohio) and ABC News’s Martha Raddatz argued Sunday over former President Trump’s claims of Venezuelan gangs in a Colorado city. Raddatz asked ...October 13 -
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Donalds spars with CNN's Bash over 2020 election claims
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) on Sunday joined CNN’s "State of the Union," where he and host Dana Bash spared over 2020 election claims. Bash asked Donalds if Congress should follow the Electoral ...October 13