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Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

New York Times — US

George Santos Fined for Betting on State of the Union Attendance

George Santos, a former U.S. Representative, has been fined for allegedly engaging in insider trading by placing bets on his attendance at the State of the Union address in February. The allegations center around his actions in a prediction market.

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Fox News — Latest

Scott Galloway Critiques NYC Mayor's Property Owner Database

Scott Galloway, a prominent liberal podcaster, criticized NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's database identifying wealthy property owners potentially subject to a new tax, stating it could lead to harassment. The database was released by the city's Department of Finance, which noted that its publication complies with state law. Mamdani's office defended the database as a standard practice for property tax rolls.

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New York Post

Kamala Harris discusses potential 2028 platform proposals

Kamala Harris has outlined several proposals she believes should be reconsidered for a potential 2028 platform. These proposals include changes to the Electoral College, expanding the Supreme Court, and discussing statehood for Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.

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Washington Examiner

U.S. Attorney files motion to dismiss vandalism charges against former Olympian

U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro has moved to dismiss vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn, citing flawed installation by the contractor as the cause of damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The motion indicates that the government would not have sought an indictment if it had received complete information from the Interior Department earlier. Hearn's legal team is demanding an apology for the initial charges.

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New York Times — US

Trump Addresses Gaza Plan Proposed by Board of Peace

President Trump commented on a plan for disarming Hamas put forth by the Board of Peace, acknowledging concerns while also managing expectations about the plan's feasibility.

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New York Times — Politics

Trump Comments on Gaza Plan Proposed by Board of Peace

President Trump commented on a disarmament plan for Hamas proposed by the Board of Peace, acknowledging concerns while managing expectations about the plan's effectiveness. The remarks reflect ongoing discussions about the situation in Gaza.

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cbsnews.com

US and Israel Discuss Potential Bombing Campaign Against Iranian Energy Infrastructure

The U.S. and Israel are planning a bombing campaign against Iranian energy infrastructure, with potential strikes expected over the weekend. Coordination between the two nations is in progress, but a final decision from President Trump is pending. The campaign aims to disrupt Iran's military capabilities and may include targeting power plants and refineries.

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Fox News — Politics

Francesca Hong Faces Scrutiny Over Past Comments on Thanksgiving

Francesca Hong, a Democratic candidate for governor of Wisconsin, is facing backlash for a past social media post advocating for the cancellation of Thanksgiving. The scrutiny comes as she gains traction in the gubernatorial race, particularly after the exit of another candidate. Hong has raised significant campaign funds and is supported by notable progressive figures.

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The Hill

Fetterman Highlights Trump's Reduced Influence Over GOP Senators

Senator John Fetterman noted a decline in President Trump's influence in Congress, citing opposition from three Republican senators to the nomination of Todd Blanche as permanent Attorney General. Senators Thom Tillis, Bill Cassidy, and John Cornyn have voiced their concerns regarding the nomination.

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PBS NewsHour

Discussion on Todd Blanche's Stalled Nomination and Trump's Anti-Weaponization Fund

David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart discussed various political issues, including the stalled nomination of Todd Blanche for attorney general and Trump's 'anti-weaponization fund.' They also addressed turmoil within the Democratic National Committee and the dropping of vandalism charges related to the Reflection Poll.

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Fox News — Politics

Trump Comments on Ongoing Conflict with Iran Amid Stalled Negotiations

President Trump indicated that the conflict with Iran is likely to continue, suggesting that Iran will weaken over time due to U.S. military actions. He expressed skepticism about reaching a deal with Iran, citing dishonesty in negotiations. The remarks come after recent U.S. strikes against Iranian military targets and amid stalled diplomatic efforts to end hostilities.

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Fox News — Latest

Trump Comments on Ongoing Conflict with Iran Amid Negotiation Challenges

President Donald Trump indicated that the conflict with Iran is likely to continue, suggesting that Iran's military capabilities will weaken over time. His comments come amid renewed U.S. strikes against Iranian targets and challenges in negotiations to end hostilities, which have intensified as the November midterm elections approach.

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Washington Examiner

Kennedy Center Suspends Free Tours Following Volunteer Guide's Media Interview

The Kennedy Center has temporarily suspended its free public tours following a volunteer guide's interview with the New York Times about President Trump's impact on the institution. The suspension, which will last only a few days, is part of a review of tour routes. This decision comes amid ongoing legal disputes regarding Trump's renovation plans for the center.

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Axios

Trump Administration Pushes for Todd Blanche's Confirmation Amid Fund Controversy

The Trump administration continues to push for the confirmation of Todd Blanche as acting Attorney General, despite disputes over the "anti-weaponization" fund. Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis have refused to support Blanche's confirmation until clarity on the fund is provided. The White House has called for immediate confirmation, while Trump's legal team is appealing a federal judge's ruling related to an IRS lawsuit.

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