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Boston Globe - Politics
Former Connecticut mayor used city credit card for tens of thousands of personal expenses, report finds - Erin Stewart, a Republican, is accused of charging thousands of dollars to a city credit card while serving as New Britain's mayor.
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COURTS - R.I. judge blocks DOJ from obtaining medical records of transgender youth, calling the demand a 'drastic overreach' Judge Mary S. McElroy said the subpoena for the records of transgender youth was issued in "bad faith."4 hours ago
Live updates - Trump says Chinese leader Xi offered to help broker peace with Iran. Follow live updates. Before leaving for the state visit in Beijing, President Trump said the US did not need China's assistance on resolving the conflict.58 minutes ago
China's Xi warns Trump that differences over Taiwan could lead to conflict -- The pair met for about two hours behind closed doors at the Great Hall of the People and discussed trade and other issues.6 hours ago
Senators approve withholding their own pay during government shutdowns -- The bipartisan support for the measure comes at a time when federal closures have become longer and more frequent.1 hour ago
Tensions flare up over Strait of Hormuz as ship is reported seized and heading toward Iran -- The situation in the Strait of Hormuz continues to capture the world's attention as Iran's grip has jolted the world economy and caused a spike in fuel prices.4 hours ago
The Green New Deal was the foundation of Markey's last campaign. Six years later, it's nowhere to be found.6 hours ago
The new wave of redistricting wars is throwing the 2026 midterms into uncertainty8 hours ago
'Not even a little bit': Trump says he doesn't think about Americans' financial situation when negotiating with Iran1 day ago
Trump polls a White House event, by applause, on if they want Vance or Rubio on the 2028 GOP ticket2 days ago
N.H. Senate committee guts Charlie Kirk act, replaces it with renewal of 'divisive concepts' law -- This month, Senate Republicans took an ax to the CHARLIE Act, stripping out major provisions and advancing a new version, renamed "Prohibition on Teaching Discrimination."4 hours ago
Unions helped propel Maura Healey to the governor's office. They're not so enthusiastic about her re-election. -- As Governor Maura Healey now seeks a second term, her coalition of once-staunch union allies is showing signs of weakening as Healey touts messaging that leans heavily toward business, not labor, interests.58 minutes ago
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Trump's talk of 51st US state met with near-silence in Venezuela1 hour ago
Trump and DeSantis sued over donation of Miami land for extravagant presidential library8 hours ago
Trump and Xi prepare to meet to discuss Iran, trade, and Taiwan. See how the day unfolded.8 hours ago
Senate Democrats plan to force votes on Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rollbacks10 hours ago
Senate Republicans block Democrats' effort to reverse several Trump-era CFPB changes10 hours ago
Tariff refunds begin to reach businesses as Trump lashes out at Supreme Court13 hours ago