Trump trial live: Closing arguments expected as soon as Tuesday as Cohen testifies

Former president’s estranged ex-lawyer back on the witness stand for further cross-examination

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Bruce Nordstrom, of the department-store dynasty, has died. Here's how the Nordstrom family built their empire.

The Nordstroms built their empire from a single shoe store in Seattle to one of the biggest names in fashion retail.

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State Department battles against criticism over ‘condolences’ for Raisi’s death

The US State Department found itself playing defence on Monday after a spokesman offered “official condolences” for the death of Iran’s Ebrahim Raisi, alleged to have been responsible for ordering the murders of Iranian dissidents and brutal crackdowns on protesters.

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We're not about to fold': Janet Yellen says efforts are underway to package a $50 billion loan to Ukraine using frozen Russian funds

"I think we see considerable interest among all of our partners in a loan structure that would bring forward the stream of windfall profits."

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Marjorie Taylor Greene claps back at Crockett with workout video: ‘My body is built’

‘Yes my body is built and strong NOT with nips, tucks, plastic, or silicone, but through a healthy lifestyle,’ Georgia Republican says

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WATCH: Biden Admin's Secret Border Deal with Mexico Turns Arizona’s Once Busiest Crossing Point into Ghost Town

Once the busiest crossing point on the southwest border, migrant crossings in Lukeville have slowed significantly since an election-year deal was struck with Mexico in December.

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Michigan School Executive Bans the Terms 'Boy' and 'Girl' Among Staff

A Michigan school executive has banned the terms "boy" and "girl" among school staff.

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At Least 45 Shot During Weekend in Mayor Johnson's Chicago

At least 45 individuals were shot, one fatally, during the weekend in Mayor Brandon Johnson's (D) Chicago.

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Democrats To Formally Oppose GOP Effort To Block DC Law That Allows Non-Citizens To Vote: REPORT

Democrats are reportedly urging members to oppose a GOP bill that would bar Washington, D.C., government from allowing noncitizens to vote in local elections.

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Biden denounces ICC for ‘outrageous’ implication of equivalence between Israel and Hamas

The Biden administration on Monday forcefully denounced efforts by the International Criminal Court to seek arrest warrants for top Israeli officials and Hamas leaders, saying the court’s efforts put the terrorist organization and a top US ally on equivalent footing.

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EXCLUSIVE: Rep. Scott Perry Introduces Legislation To Make Colleges, Universities More Affordable

Rep. Perry introduced a bill that would make make colleges and universities more affordable by allowing higher education institutions to cosign student loans.

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Democratic Republic of Congo flag behind Biden during his Morehouse address explained

An alleged coup in the DRC was taking place while Biden delivered his commencement address at Morehouse College.

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How Biden is winning over corporate America behind closed doors

Biden hosted CEOs of United Airlines, Citi and Marriott International for a private roundtable at the White House earlier in May.

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Justice Alito Well Within His Rights to Sell Cratering Bud Light Stock, Legal-Ethics Experts Say

Left-wing outlets argue Alito should recuse himself from trans-related cases for allegedly participating in the Bud Light boycott.

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Microsoft just announced AI computers that start at $999 — check out the Copilot+ PCs

The new line, called Copilot+ PCs, promises to be the fastest and most intelligent Windows PC yet.

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Hunter Biden Tries Another Delay Tactic in Federal Gun Trial

As the president’s son stares down trials on both coasts, his attorneys say they need more time to prepare.

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Bashing governor in publicly funded campaign ads is OK in Connecticut legislative races, court rules

Connecticut's Supreme Court has ruled that two Republican candidates for the state legislature should not have been fined thousands of dollars for criticizing the governor in their 2014 campaign ads.

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F.B.I. Shed Informants Linked to Russian Influence Operations

After a secret review several years ago, the bureau cut off confidential sources thought to be connected to Russian disinformation.

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Crews refloat Dali cargo ship after clearing Baltimore bridge debris

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Fact Check: Bette Midler Pushes False Claim Hillary Clinton Never Questioned Election Results

Claim: Hollywood star Bette Midler is pushing the left's claim that Hillary Clinton has never questioned election results. In an X post on Sunday, the actress wrote: "Can you imagine what would have happened if Hillary Clinton had claimed the election was stolen?"

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Moreno: Brown Has Overseen Loss of 200K Manufacturing Jobs in Ohio

Ohio has lost 200,000 manufacturing jobs during Sen. Sherrod Brown's (D-OH) tenure in Congress, according to his GOP opponent, Bernie Moreno.

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All the Republicans who have signaled they won’t accept election results

A number of prominent GOP members, some of whom are in contention to be Donald Trump’s running mate, have declined to commit to endorsing the outcome of November’s vote

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Why Michael Dell's latest prediction about AI PCs is great news for Best Buy

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

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Senate Banking Chair Sherrod Brown calls for new FDIC leadership after misconduct report

A recent report detailing a toxic culture at the FDIC described Chairman Martin Gruenberg as having a "temper" and a "short fuse."

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Terrence Howard Claims He Can ‘Kill Gravity’ in Off-the-Charts Joe Rogan Chat

He also insisted that he could remember being in his mother’s womb and the moment he was circumcised.

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Which states will have abortion on the ballot in November?

A total of 10 states either have abortion on the ballot or have initiatives to place it in front of voters in progress.

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California county's farm bureau sues over state monitoring of groundwater

A lawsuit has been filed over California’s decision to take over monitoring groundwater use in part of the fertile San Joaquin Valley under a landmark law aimed at protecting the vital resource.

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Iranians Celebrate Death of President Ebrahim Raisi, the ‘Butcher of Tehran’

Many Iranians are celebrating the death of oppressive hardline President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash on Sunday.

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California congressman urges closer consultation with tribes on offshore wind

A California congressman says tribes should be more involved in the decision-making process for the development of the first offshore wind farms along the West Coast.

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EPA warns of increasing cyberattacks on water systems, urges utilities to take immediate steps

The Environmental Protection Agency warns that cyberattacks against water utilities around the U.S. are becoming more frequent and more severe.

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Simone Biles Tells Fans To 'F**k Off' Over Personal Matter

The Olympic gymnastics great sounded off after a competition in Connecticut.

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Israel: About 50 Cross-border Tunnels Found Underneath Rafah-Egypt Boundary

Israel claims to have found about 50 cross-border tunnels underneath the boundary between Rafah, in the Gaza Strip, and Egypt.

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett's viral 'Bleach blonde bad built butch body': coming to t-shirts soon?

After sparring with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene last week, Rep. Jasmine Crockett announced a new merchandise collection featuring her retort.

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You can send mail from France with a stamp that smells like a baguette

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Aggression or Caution: The Choice Facing Iran’s Next Leaders

The question is whether the successors to the president and foreign minister will take a similar path by keeping slivers of communication open, and avoiding direct conflict with the United States.

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British court grants WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange right to appeal US extradition

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Claim: Prosecutions, Disbarment of Trump Lawyers Aims to 'Chill' GOP Lawyers

The efforts to prosecute, disbar, and smear attorneys who served as election lawyers for Trump could leave Republicans short of legal talent.

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2 Liberal Groups to Spend $5 Million on State Supreme Court Races

The National Democratic Redistricting Committee and Planned Parenthood Votes are joining together to help their preferred candidates for 2024 as state-level party battles gain steam.

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V-22 Ospreys return to the skies but are required to stay within 30 minutes from an airfield in case of emergency

After a monthslong grounding, US Air Force, Marine Corps, and Navy V-22 Ospreys must fly within 30 minutes of an airfield in case of emergency.

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Senate report finds parts made with China's forced labor in cars by BMW, Jaguar Land Rover and VW

A Senate inquiry has found BMW, Jaguar Land Rover and Volkswagen have bought parts made by a Chinese company sanctioned under a 2021 law for using forced labor.

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Stefanik Meets with Netanyahu, Urges Action against ICC

The ICC announced Monday that it would seek an arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu for alleged war crimes.

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CNN’s Honig: Michael Cohen Stealing from Trump 'More Serious of a Crime Than Falsifying Business Records'

CNN senior legal analyst Elie Honig said on Monday on his network's coverage of former President Donald Trump's business record trial that witness Michael Cohen admitting he stole money from the Trump organization is a more serious crime than what Trump is charged with. | Clips

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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon signals retirement is closer than ever

The ambiguity of Dimon's plans has made succession timing at JPMorgan one of the persistent questions for the bank's investors and analysts.

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Charlamagne Tha God Finally Condemns Diddy After Defending His Legacy

“How many peoples’ legacies have we watched burn to the ground?” the “Breakfast Club” host wondered aloud just last month.

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Michael Cohen admits to stealing from Trump while clawing back hush money

Cohen paid a tech firm to rig opinion polls for Trump, then overbilled his former boss as a form of ‘self help’

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Trumpy GOP Leaders’ Big Week of Indefensible Hypocrisy

MTG’s nasty attack, Gov. Greg Abbott’s questionable pardon, and Justice Samuel Alito’s wife’s upside-down flag headlined a disgraceful week for MAGA elites.

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Harvard-Harris Poll: Majority Oppose Biden Withholding Arms from Israel

A new Harvard-Harris poll confirms roughly 80% of American voters back Israel over the terrorist group Hamas in the ongoing war in Gaza.

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How top congressional aides are addressing increased fears they have for safety of lawmakers and their staff

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Jamie Dimon just hinted he may be retiring sooner than expected

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon suggested he may be planning to retire within the next five years.

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Microsoft announces new PCs with AI chips from Qualcomm

Microsoft wants to deliver Windows PCs that can keep up with Apple's MacBooks on artificial intelligence performance and strong battery life.

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