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Boston Globe - Politics
Congress is anxious as US-Canada-Mexico trade talks intensify -- As another round of negotiations to review a North American free-trade deal wraps up in Washington this week, lawmakers are growing more vocal in defense of the deal, and anxious about its future.
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Democratic socialists surge in mayoral races across the country as anti-Trump fervor rises16 minutes ago
Israel and Hezbollah agree to halt fighting, officials say, as US-Iran talks hang in the balance -- The interim agreement to end the Iran war has already reopened the Strait of Hormuz. It would also relaunch talks on Iran's nuclear program.46 minutes ago
President Trump unveils the new Air Force One, a converted Qatari jet -- The administration formally accepted a luxury Boeing 747 jet from Qatar last year, despite questions about the ethics and legality of accepting such an expensive gift from a foreign nation.2 hours ago
Trump's name was stripped from the Kennedy Center. Now what?2 hours ago
Tan suits abound at Obama's presidential museum opening. You know the one.1 day ago
Here are the top cases before the Supreme Court and what they mean for Trump's agenda1 day ago
A terse new Fed chief delivers no interest rate cuts or guidance on when they might come1 day ago
State & local politics17 days ago
MBTA boss Phil Eng apologizes for pulling employee's hair. 'It was insensitive.' -- Phil Eng, the state's top transportation official, acknowledged Friday that his actions were "insensitive" nearly two years ago when he pulled the hair of one of his employees after a MBTA team dinner.1 hour ago
Boston and Scotland's bond will stretch beyond World Cup as Glasgow set to become our new 'sister city' -- Scottish World Cup fans have made a splash in Boston in recent days.18 hours ago
RI POLITICS - R.I. governor signs three-year ban on charter schools into law - "The circumstances have changed," said Governor Dan McKee, who built his political career in part by supporting charter schools.1 hour ago
Mass. is famously strict with its drinking laws. But starting Friday, Boston will open outdoor drinking zones during World Cup. -- On Friday, the city will open designated areas for outdoor alcohol and food consumption to accommodate a crush of visitors descending on the region for the World Cup and other summer festivities.1 hour ago
How a congressional redistricting battle could gain new life for the 2028 elections1 hour ago
Friction between Trump and Republican senators is growing before the pivotal midterm elections2 hours ago
Pingree and Charles will compete for Maine governor and Dunlap gets Democratic nod for US House4 hours ago
Follow live updates on the Trump administration6 hours ago
What Americans think about Trump's handling of Iran, according to a new AP-NORC poll6 hours ago
Iran to invite watchdog inspection of nuclear sites, Trump envoy tells US lawmakers. See how the day unfolded.9 hours ago
US lifts blockade of Iran and Iranian supreme leader endorses direct talks with American officials13 hours ago