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Boston Globe - Politics
Experts wonder 'Where is the CDC?' as a hantavirus outbreak unfolds on a cruise ship -- The US government's top public health agency has been uncharacteristically missing in action, according to a number of experts.
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President of Parks and Rec? Trump asserts authority over public spaces in DC -- President Donald Trump is making significant changes to the nation's capital as he focuses on renovations and new projects.7 hours ago
What to know about the latest wave of changes to congressional districts -- This week's major action came in Southern states.15 hours ago
US fires on and disables 2 more Iranian tankers as tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz -- Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he hopes to receive "a serious offer" from Iran later Friday.18 hours ago
What do New York, Maine, and Indiana have in common? The ruling class was thrown out.2 days ago
Maine's Susan Collins reveals she's long been diagnosed with a benign tremor2 days ago
Obama weighs in on Colbert for president, current political climate, and aliens on 'The Late Show'3 days ago
Barney Frank and Rudy Giuliani will leave very different legacies4 days ago
Feds add more charges against Cape Cod state lawmaker accused of stealing from employer to pay campaign expenses -- Federal prosecutors accused state Representative Chris Flanagan of not reporting stolen funds on his personal tax returns over several years.18 hours ago
RI POLITICS -- Ethics complaint alleges former R.I. speaker is violating 'revolving door' ban by applying for Supreme Court opening -- Michael Yelnosky, former dean of the Roger Williams University School of Law, filed a complaint arguing that the former House speaker should wait a year before seeking a seat on the high court.1 day ago
With abortion meds in legal 'no man's land' until Monday, Mass. leaders urge people to continue to seek care - Governor Healey had a simple message Friday amid US Supreme Court ruling on mifepristone: The medication abortion is safe and legal in Massachusetts for now.1 day ago
RI POLITICS -- R.I. House elects Blazejewski speaker after Shekarchi steps down to apply to Supreme Court -- House Democrats elected Katherine S. Kazarian, of East Providence, as majority leader, making her the first woman to serve in that role.1 day ago
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ABC accuses government of violating First Amendment1 hour ago
Trump administration targets 12 immigrants to revoke citizenship7 hours ago
US employers defy economic shock from Iran war and add a surprisingly strong 115,000 jobs in April15 hours ago
Bright lights and hot orbs: UFO files shed light on sightings but leave interpretation to the public18 hours ago
Suspect in White House correspondents' dinner attack seeks recusal of top Justice Dept. officials23 hours ago
Virginia Supreme Court strikes down Democrats' redrawn US House maps, giving Republicans a win1 day ago
Alabama Republicans look to set new US House primaries if courts allow redistricting1 day ago
Judge to rule Friday whether Charlie Kirk murder case can be filmed, photographed1 day ago