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SCOTUS Rules Trump Immune in 'Official Acts'
The U.S. Supreme Court has decided that Donald Trump is fully immune from prosecution when it comes to "official acts," but not immune when it comes to "unofficial acts."
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More Bad News for Biden: New Poll Shows Declini...
In the wake of his performance during Thursday's presidential debate, President Joe Biden's reelection bid appears to be facing significant challenges, according to a new CBS News/YouGov poll.
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Publicly Democrats Brush Off Calls for Biden To...
Over the weekend, House Speaker Hakeem Jeffries dismissed the notion that Democrats want President Joe Biden out of the 2024 presidential race after a lackluster debate last week.
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Supreme Court Grants Ex-Presidents Limited Immu...
The U.S. Supreme Court, in a landmark 6-3 decision, recognized for the first time that ex-presidents have immunity from prosecution for certain actions taken in office.
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Hollywood Live: Kenya Moore is suspended from T...
Kenya Moore has been suspended from the upcoming season of "The Real Housewives of Atlanta."
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Hollywood Live: Ashanti & Nelly married
The dynamic duo managed to keep their wedding under wraps and they are so excited about the news of their first child together.
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Hollywood Live: A Quiet Place: Day One opens th...
"A Quiet Place: Day One" premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival last night, and it opens nationwide on Friday.
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Poll Shows Bad News for Biden After Debate
President Joe Biden faces an uphill battle following the first presidential debate in Atlanta, as a recent poll indicates a significant shift in voter sentiment toward former President Donald Trump.
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SCOTUS Sleeping Ban Could Affect Over 600K With...
Over 650,000 people in the U.S. are currently homeless, and now the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that cities can enforce bans on homeless people sleeping outdoors, even where shelter space is insufficient.
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Purple Reign on Hollywood Blvd: Prince to Final...
Prince is finally set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a recognition he declined twice during his lifetime before his tragic passing on April 21, 2016.
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Debate Marks Biden Campaign Crisis
President Joe Biden's underwhelming performance in Thursday night's debate has sent ripples through Democratic circles, potentially reshaping the landscape of the 2024 presidential race and raising questions about the party's strategy moving forward.
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Black Press Excluded From Presidential Debate?
In a statement released Thursday, hours before the big event, NABJ expressed concern over reports that Black Press organizations were not granted access to cover the debate on-site.
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Who Needs Church-State Separation? Oklahoma Sup...
Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has mandated that all public schools incorporate the Bible, including the Ten Commandments, into their curriculum, starting immediately.
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Biden and Trump Face Off Tonight on CNN in the ...
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump face off in their first 2024 presidential debate, set to begin at 9 p.m. ET on CNN.
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SCOTUS Appears to Allow Emergency Abortions in ...
A U.S. Supreme Court opinion was inadvertently posted on the court's website suggesting it will permit emergency medical abortions in Idaho.
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Biden-Harris Administration Boosts Affordable H...
Vice President Kamala Harris and HUD Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman announced the Biden-Harris administration is awarding $85 million in grants to tackle affordable housing barriers.
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Expect Big Crowds and Long Waits at the Airport
This past Sunday saw nearly 3 million travelers pass through TSA checkpoints, marking the highest single-day total ever recorded.
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Surgeon General Declares Gun Violence a Public ...
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy declared gun violence a public health crisis, citing a surge in firearm-related injuries and deaths.
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Surgeon General Declares Gun Violence a Public ...
"Today, for the first time in the history of our office, I am issuing a Surgeon General's advisory on firearm violence. It outlines the urgent threat firearm violence poses to the health and well-being of our country."
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Millions in Limbo After Courts Block Key Parts ...
Millions of borrowers will now face uncertainty, as federal judges in Kansas and Missouri have blocked crucial parts of President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan.
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What to Expect in the First Presidential Debate
Scheduled for Thursday night in Atlanta, the high-stakes event, hosted by CNN, is poised to be a pivotal moment in the extremely close 2024 presidential race.
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On Second Anniversary of Dobbs Decision, VP Har...
Vice President Harris urged Congress to restore the protections under Roe v. Wade. If they do, she says, the president will sign it into law.
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Biden Administration Marks Two Years Since Roe ...
The Biden team is hosting over 50 events nationwide to mark the anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision, which ended the federal legal right to abortion.
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This Day in History: Celebrating NBA Legend Sam...
Selected by the Boston Celtics, Jones spent his entire professional career with the team, winning the second-highest number of NBA championships ever.
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World Mourns Legend of the Diamond, Willie Mays...
The Alabama native had 24 All-Star selections, a National League MVP award in 1965, and a World Series championship in 1954.
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