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Boston Globe - Politics
Ohio Republican Governor Mike DeWine wants state to abolish the death penalty, saying it is not a deterrent -- Other states also have been rethinking the death penalty in recent years, although it's unlikely Ohio's legislature would repeal the procedure.
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Live updates - Iran deal met with skepticism on Capitol Hill while Trump meets with leaders at G7 summit. Follow live updates. Trump told reporters at the G7 that he's open to a congressional review of the Iran agreement, which is set for a ceremonial signing Friday.3 hours ago
Trump moves oversight of special education and civil rights from the Education Department -- In a move that further dismantles the Education Department, the White House said that the DOJ will take on enforcement of civil rights in education while the HHS will oversee special education.1 hour ago
House panel wants Alan Dershowitz to testify about Jeffrey Epstein, his former client1 hour ago
'His ego is out of control.' The White House UFC fight is another Trump birthday spectacle.3 days ago
Federal judge in R.I. demands Trump administration comply with order to end unlawful immigration halt for 39 countries4 days ago
Trump has run roughshod over Washington. This federal agency has stymied him — so far.4 days ago
State & local politics14 days ago
'The world is scratching its head': John Kerry calls Trump's plan to end Iran war an attempt to fix his own mistakes -- John Kerry, who helped negotiate a nuclear deal with Iran as President Barack Obama's secretary of state, called the Trump administration's deal to end the war in Iran an attempt to "dig itself out of a hole they dug themselves."1 hour ago
Governor Ayotte vetoes bipartisan bill to expand cultivation of medicinal marijuana -- Senate Bill 468 would have allowed medicinal marijuana dispensaries to have their own greenhouse on site, to increase supply and lower prices.3 hours ago
Many voters can't name a signature achievement for Healey, Suffolk/Globe poll finds. It may not matter in November. -- About 56 percent of the 500 voters surveyed said, if the general election were today, they would vote for, or lean toward, Governor Maura Healey over either of her potential Republican opponents.9 hours ago
More than half of Massachusetts voters say they've weighed leaving the state, new Suffolk/Globe poll finds. Here's why. -- One in four of the 500 voters polled said they've seriously considered a move, despite the vast majority also saying they had enough money to live comfortably.7 hours ago
Judge who had sex in courthouse and attended political event agrees to exit Georgia election case1 hour ago
Trump's Iran deal greeted with skepticism and scrutiny on Capitol Hill1 hour ago
McDonald's is serving fried apple pie again for America's 250th birthday2 hours ago
Washington, D.C., voters cast ballots in crucial primaries as Trump reshapes the capital2 hours ago
Oklahoma begins choosing a new US senator and governor in crowded primary2 hours ago
Trump-backed US Representative Barry Moore battles ex-Navy SEAL Jared Hudson in GOP Senate runoff in Alabama3 hours ago
Special election for former US representative Eric Swalwell's seat draws a crowded field in California4 hours ago
Can $100 million overcome a Trump endorsement? What to watch in Tuesday's elections.7 hours ago