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Boston Globe - Politics

Demanding support for Trump, Justice Dept. struggles to recruit prosecutors -- The intermingling of law enforcement and political goals has made the department, long a magnet for platinum legal talent, an unappealing landing spot, according to current and former officials who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss internal matters.

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Los Angeles mayor's race kicks off amid homelessness, raids and fallout from deadly 2025 wildfire -- The deadline is Saturday for candidates to enter the contest ahead of the June 2 primary election. Bass — a first-term Democrat and the first Black woman to hold the post — already is facing challenges from tech entrepreneur and nonprofit founder Adam Miller

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Trump administration approves weed killer dicamba for two common genetically modified crops -- The agency said dicamba was critical for farmers who would otherwise have their crops threatened by fast growing weeds. To ensure the pesticide is used safely, the agency said it imposed strong protections and limits on its use.

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Trump has been having the same fight about sanctuary cities for 10 years. Winning it may not be the point.

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Governor Ayotte again vetoes N.H. 'bathroom bill' backed by GOP lawmakers

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Bipartisan lawmakers call for 'clear and unequivocal apology' after Trump removes racist video depicting the Obamas

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Trump says religion is 'hotter than ever' and his agenda is fueling the fire

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Mayor Wu says White Stadium overhaul's cost to taxpayers rising to $135 million -- Wu made the latest announcement Friday at a news conference, where she promised that $135 million would be the final cost.

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Timeline: How the taxpayer cost of White Stadium renovations ballooned from $50 million to $135 million -- Wu has blamed inflation for the astronomical increase in the taxpayer bill for the White Stadium renovations.

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Governor Healey to attend Super Bowl, with Democratic group helping cover costs -- Healey left Massachusetts on Thursday night and will return Monday after attending Sunday's game between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks.

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Trump deletes racist video of Obamas after outcry

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Trump ends Obama-era restrictions on commercial fishing in protected area off New England

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Leadership changes in Minnesota follow tensions among agencies over immigration enforcement tactics

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Officials pressed Schumer to help name Penn Station, Dulles for Trump

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Trump's racist post about Obamas is deleted after backlash despite White House earlier defending it

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Accused militant is taken into custody in the deadly 2012 Benghazi attack, Justice Department says

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