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Boston Globe - Politics
Flu vaccine no longer mandated for US troops, Hegseth says -- He said American service members are free to get the flu vaccine but will not be forced to "because your body, your faith and your convictions are not negotiable."
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Live updates - Trump says he doesn't want to extend Iran cease-fire if talks with US progress. Follow live updates. It remains unclear when the cease-fire actually expires.4 hours ago
Liberals launch college project to counter Turning Point USA -- More Perfect University will focus on recruiting and training liberal content creators on campuses across the country, organizers said.1 hour ago
Fed nominee pledges inflation fight even as Trump renews demands for rate cuts that could worsen it -- Higher inflation typically leads the Fed to raise rates, or at least keep them unchanged, rather than cut them.3 hours ago
Loans account for majority of campaign cash for three N.H. congressional candidates1 day ago
Warren rallies for Graham Platner in Maine, calling him 'real fighter' for sweeping change2 days ago
Federal judge dismisses Trump administration's 'fishing expedition' for R.I. voter records3 days ago
Todd Lyons, ICE head and South Boston native, on why he's leaving the Trump administration4 days ago
Beacon Hill's effort to restrict social media use by teens is clumsy and invasive, critics say -- Proposals from on Beacon Hill aimed at curbing social media use among teens have run into a range of practical, constitutional, and security challenges.1 day ago
N.H. bill would give towns right to require proof of residency before providing welfare - Supporters of House Bill 348 say it brings long-needed clarity to the state's decentralized welfare system. But others say it could make it harder for unhoused people to receive care.3 hours ago
RI POLITICS -- Independent Ken Block, a new entrant in the R.I. governor's race, says he's in second place in early polling -- "I like the way I stack up," said Block, an independent, who said he will definitely run after seeing the poll results.3 hours ago
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Trump and other top Republicans will read passages in a marathon Bible event36 minutes ago
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is leaving Trump's Cabinet after abuse of power allegations1 hour ago
Virginia voters deciding on redistricting plan that could boost Democrats' seats in Congress3 hours ago
Trump says he's 'highly unlikely' to renew cease-fire with Iran ahead of peace talks in Pakistan. See how the day unfolded.4 hours ago
Trump offers mixed messages about path ahead for US war against Iran8 hours ago
Justices to hear case on Catholic preschools that reject children of gay parents12 hours ago
Environmental groups sue Trump administration over approval of new ultra deep-water drilling project13 hours ago