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Boston Globe - Politics

NYC imposes stringent security as Trump becomes 1st sitting US president to attend NBA Finals game -- NYPD and Secret Service have cancelled a NBA Finals watch party near Madison Square Garden, with fans advised to arrive at least two hours before Monday's game.

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Federal judge in R.I. refers DOJ lawyers for possible discipline over handling of transgender youth case -- The Justice Department said Judge Mary McElroy's allegations against its lawyers were "without merit".

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What to watch in Maine's state primary

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Live updates - US tells Iran no more Israeli attacks if Tehran halts strikes, according to AP report. Follow live updates. The Iranian military's joint command said that was halting offensive operations hours after Israel and Iran began trading fire early Monday.

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Are the US and Israel on the same page in mideast wars? -- The latest fighting showcased just how wide the divide between the US and Israel has grown since they decided to jointly launch their offensive against Iran in late February.

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Barney Frank memorial service draws prominent Democrats to Faneuil Hall: 'He helped change the course of American history'

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Long criticized by conservatives, this federal agency has transformed under Trump

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This lobster boat captain from Down East quit Platner's campaign, but hasn't left it behind

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Quotes about slavery, immigrants, and war memorials scheduled to be removed at Bunker Hill historic site

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State & local politics

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Mass. lawmakers embrace a 3 a.m. last call for the World Cup, but are at odds over how long to allow expanded public drinking -- Legislation to temporarily extend last call for alcohol to 3 a.m. at Massachusetts bars and permit public drinking in designated districts is getting gummed up in the legislative gears with the state House and Senate disagreeing on key details for letting booze flow more freely.

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Watch live: Memorial service underway for former congressman Barney Frank at Faneuil Hall -- The decades-long fixture in Massachusetts Democratic politics and pioneering gay-rights advocate died last month.

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Graham Platner announced his picks for Maine governor. Will it sway the race?

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Lawsuit seeks to stop the UFC fight on the White House South Lawn for Trump's birthday

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As America 250 approaches, fewer Americans see their country as exceptional, poll finds

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Graham Platner gets a lift from friendly Maine crowd after week of damage control in Senate campaign

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Kennedy shows minimal engagement with vast health portfolio

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First came Congress. Now a national redistricting battle may turn to statehouses and city councils.

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