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Boston Globe - Politics
Live updates - Supreme Court hears arguments on ending legal protections for Haitian and Syrian migrants. Follow live updates. Since President Trump's second term began, Homeland Security has ended the protections for 13 countries, exposing their migrants to potential deportation.
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Live updates - Iran war has cost estimated $25 billion, Pentagon official tells Congress in hearing. Follow live updates. Hegseth has avoided public questioning from lawmakers about the war, although he and Caine have held televised Pentagon briefings.10 minutes ago
Man charged with trying to kill Trump at dinner took photo with knife in hotel, investigators say -- The man was captured when he tried to race past a security barricade near the ballroom, prompting an exchange of gunfire with Secret Service agents tasked with safeguarding the event.19 minutes ago
Top defense official says Iran war costs estimated at $25 billion to date -- Most of that money has been spent on munitions. The military has also spent money on running the operations and replacing equipment.10 minutes ago
Trump administration keeps Calenda in charge of US attorney's office in R.I., without nominating him1 hour ago
The colonies welcome King Charles back with fanfare and massive amounts of irony4 hours ago
White House without evidence blames Democrats, including Elizabeth Warren, for 'inspiring violence' against Trump18 hours ago
Thirty-five years ago, Representative Neal boycotted the Queen. With the King's visit, things have changed.14 hours ago
The current darling of the Massachusetts Republican Party is . . . a Democrat -- Massachusetts Republican Party members on Saturday rallied around Democratic state Auditor Diana DiZoglio's demand for an audit of the Legislature.4 hours ago
'This is absurd': N.H. lawmaker defends Holocaust reference he made on social media as a joke -- Republican Representative Travis Corcoran struck a defiant tone as colleagues heard testimony on whether he should be reprimanded or perhaps even expelled from the Legislature over his inflammatory social media posts.1 day ago
SJC raises doubts about stipends ballot question -- The opinions are non-binding but carry implications for the two initiatives, which seek to reshape Beacon Hill.1 day ago
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Kevin Warsh heads to full Senate vote after Trump's nominee for Fed Chair is approved in committee10 minutes ago
US will issue commemorative passports with Trump's picture for America's 250th birthday11 hours ago
EPA leader Zeldin supports slashing agency budget by half at contentious congressional hearings29 minutes ago
White House says funds to pay TSA and other Homeland Security workers will 'soon run out'8 hours ago
Supreme Court to weigh Trump administration push to end protections for Haitian, Syrian migrants2 hours ago
King Charles III and Queen Camilla visiting 9/11 Memorial and other NYC landmarks as part of US trip2 hours ago