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Boston Globe - Politics
Trump administration plans to admit more white South Africans as refugees this year -- The South African government has said the Trump administration's claims are baseless. But President Trump has insisted the white Afrikaner minority has faced systematic discrimination and violence.
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Officials roll out 'blue carpet' for Boston to host 2028 Democratic convention -- Over two days, Massachusetts Democratic leaders are whisking Democratic National Committee leaders to a swanky Italian restaurant, Fenway Park, and a dinner at the Boston Public Library.4 minutes ago
Justice Department announces a $1.7 billion fund to compensate Trump allies in a deal to drop IRS suit4 minutes ago
Live updates - Trump calls off Iran strike planned for Tuesday to allow for 'serious negotiations.' See how the day unfolded. The officer is charged with four counts of second-degree assault and one count of falsely reporting a crime.1 hour ago
Justice Dept. announces $1.8 billion fund in settling IRS suit -- The highly unusual "antiweaponization" fund was unveiled just after Trump withdrew his lawsuit demanding at least $10 billion against the IRS.5 hours ago
Despite R.I. court decision, Texas judge demands medical records of trans youth by Tuesday4 hours ago
Trump's GOP revenge tour reaches its final tests17 hours ago
Inside the 'Lincoln' symphony that Philip Glass pulled from Trump's Kennedy Center3 days ago
The hantavirus outbreak is prompting COVID flashbacks — including the conspiracies3 days ago
Boston wants to use nearly $70 million in reserve funds to plug city, BPS budget deficits -- The move to dip into the city's so-called rainy day fund is the starkest indication yet of Boston's strained financial situation.11 hours ago
A candidate with no hand and the senator who doesn't look like the senator: AI seeps into state House campaign materials -- Mass. House candidate Steve Leibowitz said he used AI to remove the background of a photo announcing an endorsement. But it also altered the subjects too, rendering state Senator Jamie Eldridge completely unrecognizable.6 hours ago
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China agrees to boost trade for US beef and poultry following Trump-Xi summit4 hours ago
Thousands flocked to the National Mall in Washington for an America-themed prayer rally6 hours ago
To critics, Trump remarks reveal a billionaire out of touch6 hours ago
7 Republicans voted to convict Trump. Most are no longer in office.13 hours ago
Trump administration backs voter eligibility checks amid fears of midterm purge17 hours ago
'SNL': Will Ferrell hosts season finale, Paul McCartney performs23 hours ago