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Boston Globe - Politics
Trump turns 80 with a showstopping spectacle of cage fights at the White House. But big issues loom. -- This week, the hard realities of the office have threatened to overshadow UFC's ostentatious mixed martial arts extravaganza.
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What to know about alpha-gal syndrome, the life-threatening meat allergy caused by tick bites -- Unlike other tick-borne illnesses, such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever, alpha-gal syndrome isn't caused by a bacteria or a virus.7 hours ago
Trump's name is gone from Kennedy Center's facade, a top official says -- President Trump's name was removed after a court order on Friday.16 hours ago
Watch live: Trump's name is removed from Kennedy Center -- A judger ordered that President Trump's name be removed from the Kennedy Center in Washington, and workers put up scaffolding.17 hours ago
'His ego is out of control.' The White House UFC fight is another Trump birthday spectacle.1 day ago
Federal judge in R.I. demands Trump administration comply with order to end unlawful immigration halt for 39 countries1 day ago
Trump has run roughshod over Washington. This federal agency has stymied him — so far.1 day ago
A Globe reporter took a tour of the White House Octagon, Trump's ultimate safe space. Here's what they saw.2 days ago
State & local politics11 days ago
RI POLITICS - In a surprise move, Providence City Council president won't run for re-election - Rachel Miller, who led the high-profile effort to limit rent increases in the city, said she will not seek a third term on the council. The deadline to declare for office is in less than two weeks.1 day ago
Brockton mayor responds to allegations after a mother confronts him at graduation ceremony -- "You know what you did to my daughter," the woman said to the mayor at the weekend ceremony.2 days ago
Police arrest 8 after protesters disrupt Boston City Council vote on $4.9 billion budget -- After the delay, councilors returned to debate a series of proposed amendments to Wu's budget plan, ultimately voting, 12-1, to approve $11.8 million worth of changes.2 days ago
Trump's name poised to be removed from Kennedy Center after court denies last-minute move to keep it3 hours ago
Trump says US military strike killed leader of Tren de Aragua gang with help from Venezuela7 hours ago
Blocking Trump's fund, judge presses for guarantee it won't move forward17 hours ago
Judge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on White House South Lawn. See how the day unfolded.22 hours ago
New UFO files describe spinning discs, glowing orbs, and one object shaped like a potato1 day ago
Lawyers for man accused of killing Charlie Kirk try to block prosecutors from seeking death penalty1 day ago
Judge rules Trump can stage UFC fights on the White House's South Lawn this weekend1 day ago