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Boston Globe - Politics
Live updates -- Trump says ICE should do traffic stops, despite new suspension after shootings. Follow live updates. -- President Trump wrote on his social media site ICE is "doing a GREAT job, one that has to be done."
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Trump's pick for intelligence head emphasizes security experience as Democrats press on elections - Jay Clayton's nomination hearing was first scheduled for June as Republicans rushed to confirm him and prevent Pulte's appointment to temporarily replace outgoing intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard.13 minutes ago
Live updates -- Trump attorney general nominee Todd Blanche grilled on ICE shootings during Senate confirmation hearing. Follow live updates. -- Blanche said in his opening statements that he and his team are "restoring trust" in the Justice Department.1 hour ago
After fatal ICE shooting in Maine, Susan Collins faces scrutiny over her role as a Trump administration middleman3 hours ago
ICE changed its story about the shooting in Maine. That's part of a bigger pattern of violence and murky explanations.56 minutes ago
How a tragedy changed the timeline — and the politics — of Maine's Senate race7 hours ago
AOC, Democrats accuse Maine's Susan Collins of giving ICE a 'blank check'20 hours ago
State & local politics1 month ago
N.H. lawmaker who claims police can't arrest her for speeding meets resistance from fellow Democrats -- Ellen Read, a New Hampshire state representative, claimed "legislative privilege" should shield her from being prosecuted for two traffic stops.7 hours ago
RHODE ISLAND REPORT PODCAST -- R.I. legislators considering override of Governor McKee veto, House speaker says -- House Speaker Christopher Blazejewski said he is proud of legislation that would create an energy-use reporting requirement for large buildings. "I would like to have seen it become law," he said.7 hours ago
RI POLITICS -- Providence has term limits. So how is this former councilor running again? -- For the first time, a term-limited city councilor is aiming to make a comeback. Providence lawyers say it's legal because of the way the term limits were written into law.7 hours ago
US reimposes blockade and steps up strikes as Iran threatens to halt Mideast energy exports2 hours ago
House Republicans unveil $95 billion plan for the Iran war, farm aid, and elections1 hour ago
Donald Trump endorses 'Pillow Man' Mike Lindell for Minnesota governor1 hour ago
Senate committee reviews Erica Schwartz's nomination to take over beleaguered CDC1 hour ago
Biden will release memoir just after the November midterms1 hour ago
Trump will address a defense technology gathering as the Iran war has reduced US weapon stocks3 hours ago
Report: Detainees at ICE facility in Texas report frequent beatings and other human rights abuses3 hours ago