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Comey's lawyers look to persuade judge that prosecution urged by Trump is vindictive, must be tossed -- The arguments arrive as the Comey case appears freshly imperiled following a judge's excoriation of the Justice Department on Monday and as multiple challenges to the indictment may result in its dismissal.

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What to know about expanded work requirements about to kick in for SNAP -- SNAP food benefits are flowing again after a pause during the federal government shutdown.

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Takeaways from Trump's White House meeting with Saudi crown prince: deals and bromance -- The White House rolled out plenty of pomp for the Saudi royal, dispatching fighter jets that the two leaders watched from a red carpet, parading out an honor guard on horseback, and a lavish dinner.

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Urged on by survivors, Congress ordered the release of the Epstein files. But a potential hurdle remains.

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What organizations is Larry Summers affiliated with, and which has he withdrawn from in wake of Epstein emails?

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Just one member of the House voted against compelling release of Epstein files. Here's who.

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Search all of the recent Jeffrey Epstein emails

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Long a coveted voice, Larry Summers withdraws from a half-dozen groups amid Epstein ties. Harvard's not among them. Former Harvard president Larry Summers is no longer affiliated with a series of centers and think tanks with which he's long been involved, officials confirmed Tuesday.

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He investigated the people who investigated Karen Read. Now he wants to run for Norfolk DA. -- Adam Deitch, who is running for Norfolk County DA, said the investigations into the deaths of John O'Keefe and Sandra Birchmore pushed him to enter the race.

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Rent control backers say they're on track to go before voters next year -- The campaign said it has collected more than 124,000 signatures over the last few months, well over the number required to be submitted to state elections officials next month.

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From Cornel West to remarks about women in science, a look at Larry Summers' past controversies -- Summers has found himself embroiled in other controversies over his career.

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Trump doubles down on redistricting in Indiana even as lawmakers rebuke special session

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Fear spreads as federal immigration crackdown in North Carolina expands to Raleigh

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Congress acts swiftly to force release of Epstein files, and Trump agrees to sign bill

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Trump attacks ABC News correspondent Mary Bruce in angry response to three sharp questions

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In a way no one would have predicted, justice comes for Larry Summers

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Trump says 'things happen,' dismisses criticism of Saudi crown prince in killing of journalist

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House Democrats press for vote to bar military action in Venezuela

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