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Boston Globe - Politics

Trump praises Army's 'legacy of unmatched courage' at military parade. See a recap from Saturday. -- Thousands of demonstrators crowded into streets, parks, and plazas across the US, blaring anti-authoritarian chants mixed with support for protecting democracy and immigrant rights.

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The Army turns 250. Trump turns 79. Cue funnel cakes, festive bling, military might — and protest. -- While masses rallied for a rousing Army parade in D.C., millions across the US demonstrated against a president derided by his critics as a would-be king.

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Authorities still searching for suspect in shooting of 2 Minnesota state lawmakers -- Melissa Hortman, a former Minnesota House Speaker, and her spouse were shot and killed early Saturday in their Brooklyn Park home.

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As Trump celebrates Army's founding, his critics take to the streets -- President Trump is holding a military parade the same day that hundreds of protests are planned, in what amounts to a split-screen show of force.

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'Let's celebrate his birthday, too': Trump marches military into uncharted territory with Washington parade

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See photos from 'No Kings' protests across New England and nationwide

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants health agencies to use a lot more AI. After the MAHA report, experts have some concerns

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'This is not a drill': Padilla's confrontation in LA deepens divide before nationwide protests

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Hundreds of former R.I. special needs students could be compensated for state cutting their education short -- The settlement is from a lawsuit that dates back more than a decade.

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Ex-Stoughton police officer charged with killing Sandra Birchmore did not father the baby she was carrying, DNA shows -- Matthew Farwell is accused of killing Birchmore to prevent her from disclosing he allegedly committed statutory rape against her when she was a minor.

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'I don't want to be bitter': Boston City Councilor Fernandes Anderson announces she will resign July 4 following guilty plea -- Fernandes Anderson announced her intent to plead guilty to federal corruption charges and step down more than two months ago.

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Consultant on trial in N.H. for AI-generated robocalls mimicking Biden says he has no regrets -- A political consultant says he doesn't regret sending voters robocalls that used artificial intelligence to mimic former President Joe Biden, and claims he didn't break the law.

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Trump relishes troops in American streets while shunning conflict overseas

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Putin and Trump discussed Middle East tensions, Ukraine talks on phone call, Kremlin says

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Voice of America brings back 75 staffers amid Iran-Israel conflict

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Trump says Iran has 'second chance' to come to nuclear deal as Israel and Iran exchange blows

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Marines take over some security in LA while cities across US prep for 'No Kings' rallies

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Iran hits Israel with a second wave of missiles. See how Friday unfolded.

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