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Mike Johnson downplays Musk's influence and says Republicans will pass Trump's tax and budget bill

Mike Johnson downplays Musk's influence and says Republicans will pass Trump's tax and budget bill

With an uncharacteristically feistiness, Speaker Mike Johnson took clear sides Sunday in President Donald Trump's breakup with mega-billionaire Elon Musk.
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It’s the economy, estúpido: New Jersey governor's race tests Democrats' efforts to win back Latinos

It’s the economy, estúpido: New Jersey governor's race tests Democrats' efforts to win back Latinos

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — A congresswoman and former U.S. Navy helicopter pilot secured the endorsement of the highest-ranking Hispanic official in her state. A mayor highlighted his arrest by immigration officials.
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Chinese hackers and user lapses turn smartphones into a 'mobile security crisis'

Chinese hackers and user lapses turn smartphones into a 'mobile security crisis'

WASHINGTON (AP) — Cybersecurity investigators noticed a highly unusual software crash — it was affecting a small number of smartphones belonging to people who worked in government, politics, tech and journalism.
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Harrison, Dvalishvili celebrate as 135-pound champions at UFC 316 with President Trump looking on

Harrison, Dvalishvili celebrate as 135-pound champions at UFC 316 with President Trump looking on

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Kayla Harrison had just added UFC gold to her championship fight collection — and hugged it out with President Donald Trump — and still clutched the title belt when she bumped into Merab Dvalishvili backstage.
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Trump officials are vowing to end school desegregation orders. Some parents say they're still needed

Trump officials are vowing to end school desegregation orders. Some parents say they're still needed

FERRIDAY, La. (AP) — Even at a glance, the differences are obvious. The walls of Ferriday High School are old and worn, surrounded by barbed wire.
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South Dakota is on track to spend $2 billion on prisons in the next decade

South Dakota is on track to spend $2 billion on prisons in the next decade

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.
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Trump attends UFC championship fight in New Jersey, taking a break from Musk feud for cage fights

Trump attends UFC championship fight in New Jersey, taking a break from Musk feud for cage fights

NEWARK, N.J.
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Cooler weather and light rain helping some provinces in battle against wildfires

Cooler weather and light rain helping some provinces in battle against wildfires

PRINCE ALBERT — The Saskatchewan government is boosting support it's giving to wildfire evacuees, while officials say light rain and cooler temperatures this weekend could help keep some of the province's larger fires in check.
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Trump says Elon Musk could face 'serious consequences' if he backs Democratic candidates

Trump says Elon Musk could face 'serious consequences' if he backs Democratic candidates

BRIDGEWATER, N.J.
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2026 races loom at Georgia Republican convention as Trump loyalty dominates

2026 races loom at Georgia Republican convention as Trump loyalty dominates

DALTON, Ga. (AP) — Steve Bannon took the stage Friday night at the Georgia Republican Convention to say it’s too early to be talking about 2026. “Don’t even think about the midterms,” the Republican strategist told activists. “Not right now.
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