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Boston Globe - Politics
Live updates - US strikes Iran again as Trump threatens retribution if more US soldiers are killed. See a recap. The US military says it's carrying out its 10th consecutive night of strikes on Iran in a push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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Trump imposes 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol, and cheese -- The move could unleash a new wave of economic chaos, with risks of higher inflation and further fraying of relations between the two nations.6 hours ago
US gas prices back up to an average of $4 a gallon again as the US and Iran launch attacks -- The average price a year ago was $3.14 a gallon.8 hours ago
A fifth-generation logger from Allagash is likely to face Susan Collins. But is Troy Jackson ready?3 hours ago
Troy Jackson dominates Maine Democratic caucuses, emerges as frontrunner to face Susan Collins1 day ago
What to know about the latest federal fundraising data from N.H. candidates3 days ago
When does the Iran War become a forever war?3 days ago
State & local politics1 month ago
R.I. judge questions complaint accusing former House speaker Shekarchi of violating 'revolving door' provision -- Superior Court Judge Licht plans to issue an opinion before the Judicial Nominating Commission interviews Shekarchi and other applicants for a state Supreme Court vacancy.6 hours ago
Democratic senators send letter to Homeland Security secretary demanding answers on recent ICE shootings -- "The American people deserve clarity and accountability," the letter said.14 hours ago
Young progressive candidates are energizing Democrats nationwide. It's giving some Massachusetts liberals serious FOMO. -- The young movement feels so up nationwide, racking up Democratic primary wins from New York to Colorado. But here in Massachusetts's marquee US Senate race, that energy on the left is far more muted.18 hours ago
'Simple but incredibly meaningful': Mass. Senate wants to allow for more duplexes in bid to ease housing crunch -- Massachusetts Senators unveiled a measure that would allow two-family homes, or duplexes, to be built "by-right," meaning they could be built on any residentially zoned lot in the state.1 day ago
Alaska wants to seize a pilot's plane over a 6-pack of beer. The Supreme Court will hear his case.3 hours ago
Faced with piles of new paperwork, people are losing food stamps6 hours ago
GOP boxed in on Iran war as Trump sidelines Congress6 hours ago
US soldiers killed by Iran were from Texas and Hawaii, military says10 hours ago
US sought phone records of New York Times journalists and their relatives8 hours ago
Pentagon withheld dozens of US military injuries in Iran war, according to NYT8 hours ago
JD and Usha Vance welcome a baby boy, the first child born to a sitting VP in more than 150 years8 hours ago
Ex-Olympian charged with damaging Reflecting Pool gets Sept. 28 trial date8 hours ago