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Boston Globe - Politics
Live updates - Israel says attacks on Iran to ramp up as Trump mulls 'winding down' military operations. Follow live updates. The mixed messages came after another climb in oil prices plunged the US stock market. Follow along live.
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Live updates - Trump said he was considering 'winding down' Middle East military operation even as US sent more troops to region. Here's what happened. Trump's comment seemed at odds with his administration's move to send more troops and warships and request another $200 billion from Congress to fund the war.9 hours ago
Judge sides with New York Times in challenge to policy limiting reporters' access to Pentagon -- The New York Times sued the Pentagon and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in December, claiming the credentialing policy violates the journalists' constitutional rights to free speech and due process.16 hours ago
Pressley introduces bill to require DHS to turn over body cam footage, other materials14 hours ago
Dropkick Murphys to perform at No Kings rally in Boston22 hours ago
'It's laughable': Election officials pour cold water on MAGA midterm overhaul1 day ago
Trump jokes about Pearl Harbor while meeting with Japan's prime minister: 'Who knows better about surprise?'1 day ago
Mass. lawmakers are promising billions in savings from utility bills. But does the math add up? The bill includes a relatively straightforward bid to slash $1 billion from an energy efficiency program, but what that actually could save the average ratepayer is unclear.3 hours ago
Wu administration tells department heads it's freezing some spending amid budget crunch -- City of Boston department heads must "limit overtime spending to non-discretionary duties," and the city is strictly limiting "non-personnel" spending, according to a memo obtained by the Globe.16 hours ago
For a clear view of the Mass. GOP convention, media outlets will have to pay $500 -- To help cover the cost of hosting its nominating convention in April, the Massachusetts Republican Party is offering media outlets a spot on its new "media row" inside Worcester's DCU Center. It costs $500.13 hours ago
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Many states count mail ballots that arrive after Election Day. Those grace periods could go away.9 hours ago
Vance to visit Hungary days before Orbán's election challenge, foreign minister says14 hours ago
White House urges Congress to take a light touch on AI regulations in new legislative blueprint14 hours ago
Trump administration sues Harvard, saying it violated civil rights law and seeking to recover funds16 hours ago
Judge rules US government overreached with transgender health care declaration17 hours ago
Read the Trump administration's lawsuit against Harvard20 hours ago