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Politics

Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

PBS NewsHour

Tulsi Gabbard Resigns as Director of National Intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as Director of National Intelligence, citing her husband's health issues as the reason for her departure. Gabbard's husband is suffering from a rare bone cancer that requires her full attention.

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PBS NewsHour

Secretary of State Rubio Meets with NATO Allies Amid Troop Level Confusion

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with NATO allies to clarify statements about U.S. troop levels in Europe. Meanwhile, the Democratic Republic of Congo has banned funeral wakes to combat an Ebola outbreak, and a Tennessee judge dismissed a human smuggling case.

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New York Times — Politics

Maryland Democrats Propose Redrawing Congressional Boundaries Ahead of 2028 Elections

Maryland Senate Democratic leader Bill Ferguson and Governor Wes Moore have differing opinions on whether to redraw the state's congressional boundaries this year. The proposed changes are intended to eliminate the state's only Republican congressional seat ahead of the 2028 elections.

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PBS NewsHour

Discussion on Trump's Influence in Republican Politics

David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart discussed President Trump's influence on Republican voters, the departure of a Cabinet member, and a Democratic analysis of their electoral loss to Trump. The conversation took place on PBS NewsHour.

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Washington Post — Politics

Judge dismisses criminal case against Kilmar Abrego García

A judge has dismissed the criminal case against Kilmar Abrego García, who faced charges of human smuggling. This ruling comes after courts found that he had been illegally deported to El Salvador.

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CBS News

U.S. Administration Plans Military Strikes Against Iran

The Trump administration is reportedly planning new military strikes against Iran, as indicated by sources familiar with the situation. This comes while diplomatic efforts are still ongoing.

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Federal News Network

Tulsi Gabbard Resigns as Director of National Intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard has resigned from her role as director of national intelligence, citing her husband's health challenges due to cancer. She is the fourth Cabinet member to resign during President Trump's administration.

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Los Angeles Times

Trump Criticizes GOP Senators Who Opposed His Funding Plan

President Donald Trump has publicly criticized Republican senators who opposed his funding plan, calling them quitters and asserting that their actions are detrimental to the Republican Party. This incident highlights ongoing divisions within the party.

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Ars Technica

FCC Seeks Public Comment on ABC's The View as a News Program

The FCC is seeking public feedback on whether ABC's The View should be classified as a news program, which would affect its compliance with the equal-time rule for political candidates. This inquiry is led by Chairman Brendan Carr and reflects ongoing discussions about media fairness in political broadcasting.

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BBC — World

Alberta Plans Referendum on Separation Amid Criticism

Alberta is set to hold a referendum on its separation from Canada, a move that has drawn criticism from multiple parties, including separatists who believe the question posed is not clear enough.

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New York Times — Politics

Trump Administration's Civil Rights Office Staffing Changes

In March 2025, Ms. McMahon reduced the staff of her department's civil rights office by half. However, by December 2025, she halted further firings due to legal challenges and a backlog of discrimination complaints.

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NPR — Politics

DHS states ICE has no contract with spyware company Paragon Solutions

The Department of Homeland Security has clarified that Immigration and Customs Enforcement does not have any current contracts with Paragon Solutions, a spyware company. Despite this, there are ongoing concerns about ICE's previous use of commercial spyware.

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BBC — World

Tulsi Gabbard Resigns as US National Intelligence Director

Tulsi Gabbard has resigned from her position as US National Intelligence Director, citing her husband's illness as the reason. She has been largely absent from public view during recent US operations.

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Greater Baton Rouge Business Report

Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport Prepares for Busy Memorial Day Travel

Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is anticipating a significant increase in passenger traffic for Memorial Day weekend, with forecasts suggesting it could be the busiest on record for U.S. travel. The airport is taking steps to manage the expected influx of travelers.

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Los Angeles Times

California Governor Newsom Criticizes Chevron Over Gas Prices

California Governor Gavin Newsom has criticized Chevron for contributing to high gas prices, encouraging residents to avoid the company. Chevron has countered by blaming these prices on state policies.

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