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Live updates - Vance says Insurrection Act not needed 'right now' in Minneapolis. Follow live updates. "We're never going to enter somebody's house without some kind of warrant, unless of course somebody is firing at an officer and they have to protect themselves," he said.
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House approves final spending bills to avoid shutdown -- Three of the bills had broad, bipartisan support. But a bill funding the DHS was hotly disputed as Democrats voiced concerns that it failed to restrain President Trump's deportation efforts.1 hour ago
Jack Smith defends Trump investigations before lawmakers -- Jack Smith, the special prosecutor who investigated Donald Trump, appeared before lawmakers Thursday to defend his decision to indict Trump twice after he left office in 2021.1 hour ago
'ICE owes us information': Here's how Maine lawmakers are responding to the ICE action 'Operation Catch of the Day'1 hour ago
Nearly all New England Democrats vote against ICE funding as public opinion on immigration changes1 hour ago
Two Boston Democrats join Republicans to advance contempt proceedings against Bill Clinton in Epstein probe4 hours ago
The new world order is already here, no matter how much pretending there is in Davos otherwise7 hours ago
SJC to hear appeal of lower court ruling blocking installation of religious statues outside Quincy public safety building -- Both the ACLU of Massachusetts, which sued to block the statues on behalf of the plaintiffs, and the city and its mayor, Thomas P. Koch, had sought the SJC review.5 hours ago
Rhode Island may ditch Mr. Potato Head license plates after Hasbro's move to Boston -- Two lawmakers say it's time to hash out whether Rhode Island should continue promoting one of the company's most iconic characters.7 hours ago
YVONNE ABRAHAM - In the Maine Senate race, only the future of the Republic is at stake - Toppling US Senator Susan Collins is crucial to Democrats' plan to bring America back from the brink.5 hours ago
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Trump's 'master plan' for Gaza contrasts with reality on the ground1 hour ago
Maine Governor Janet Mills demands data on immigration arrests as fear spreads amid enforcement surge1 hour ago
Federal officers detain a 5-year-old boy who school official says was used as 'bait'1 hour ago
Vance heads to Minneapolis and says 'far left' should stop resisting immigration enforcement2 hours ago
Trump sues JPMorgan for $5 billion, alleges bank closed his accounts for political reasons2 hours ago
Trump budget office reportedly orders review of funds to Democrat-controlled states, including Mass. and R.I.4 hours ago
Attorney general announces the arrest of at least 2 activists involved in a Minnesota church protest4 hours ago