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Boston Globe - Politics
Wu, state officials reach deal on closing Summer Street ahead of World Cup matches - After weeks of tense negotiations, state and city officials have struck a deal to manage crowds at a major transit hub for the World Cup.
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Live updates - Rubio faces more grilling during second congressional hearing of the day. Follow live updates. The back-to-back hearings mark the first time the secretary of state has testified on Capitol Hill since the start of the Iran war.47 minutes ago
Mullin faces Senate grilling on DHS budget, immigration crackdown and World Cup worries -- Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mulli is appearing in the Senate for the first time since his confirmation hearing in March.10 minutes ago
How Trump has used the presidency to benefit himself and his allies -- The president hasn't been shy about turning the presidency into a major source of personal benefit, involving everything from merchandising deals to crypto ventures.1 hour ago
White House correspondents' dinner gets a second act after shooting -- A second event has been scheduled for Friday, July 24, in Washington ,though other details, including the venue, have yet to be announced.1 hour ago
Cruel summer indeed: Taylor Swift may have 'passed' on R.I. wedding, Senator Whitehouse tells TMZ1 hour ago
Scott Brown to formalize Senate candidacy on first day of N.H. filing period4 hours ago
Can Democrats take the Senate? Here are the key races to watch.9 hours ago
From Graham Platner to Ken Paxton, do scandals even mean anything to voters anymore?10 hours ago
State & local politics1 hour ago
Mass. House to vote on legislation subjecting the governor, but not itself, to state's public records law -- The new legislation, which the House plans to vote on Wednesday, would apply that law for the first time to the governor's office, but not to lawmakers themselves, who are specifically exempt from following it.2 hours ago
RI POLITICS - R.I. Ethics Commission will investigate complaint against former House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi - The commission voted 6 to 1 to probe whether the former R.I. House speaker violated the "revolving door" provision of the ethics code by applying for a seat on the state Supreme Court.2 hours ago
Healey backs bill to keep bars open until 3 a.m. for World Cup -- Governor Healey said the bill will "help Massachusetts meet the full economic and cultural opportunities for the summer ahead."2 hours ago
Blanche is set to return to Capitol Hill as Trump reconsiders plans for his $1.8 billion fund10 minutes ago
What to watch in Tuesday's primaries as Democrats try to defend California and make inroads in Iowa2 hours ago
Republican senators want more answers on $1.8 billion settlement fund as Trump considers its future4 hours ago
California holds crowded primary in race to replace Governor Gavin Newsom6 hours ago
New Jersey Democrats pick opponent in district where US Representative Tom Kean Jr. has been absent9 hours ago