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Trump signs a bill funding the government for 6 months, avoiding a shutdown

Trump signs a bill funding the government for 6 months, avoiding a shutdown

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has signed into law legislation funding the government through the end of September, ending the threat of a partial government shutdown and capping off a struggle in Congress that deeply divided Democrats.
Premier Smith not sold on killing of consumer carbon tax, wants industrial levy plan

Premier Smith not sold on killing of consumer carbon tax, wants industrial levy plan

EDMONTON — Despite calling for its demise for years, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she isn't fazed by the new prime minister's move to kill the consumer carbon levy.
Voters flood town halls with fears of Social Security cuts, putting heat on GOP over Musk and DOGE

Voters flood town halls with fears of Social Security cuts, putting heat on GOP over Musk and DOGE

HOLLAND, Mich. (AP) — One after another, callers on a telephone town hall with U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga pressed the Michigan Republican about possible cuts to Social Security .
'Scum,' 'crooked' elections and 'corrupt' media. What Trump said inside the Justice Department

'Scum,' 'crooked' elections and 'corrupt' media. What Trump said inside the Justice Department

President Donald Trump delivered what sounded like one of his typical meandering, grievance-laden campaign speeches on Friday, but it was where he did it — inside the U.S. Department of Justice — that mattered.
Quick quotes: Reaction to Mark Carney being sworn in as prime minister

Quick quotes: Reaction to Mark Carney being sworn in as prime minister

OTTAWA — Mark Carney has been sworn in as Canada's new prime minister, succeeding Justin Trudeau. Here's how some leaders and politicians are reacting to his appointment. — "I'd like to begin by … wishing Mr.
King Charles signalling support for Canada as Trump talks annexation: royal watchers

King Charles signalling support for Canada as Trump talks annexation: royal watchers

A maple tree, a red dress and a ceremonial sword may seem like cold comfort for Canadians hoping to hear their head of state defend them against U.S. President Donald Trump’s repeated pitches to annex their country.
After Columbia arrests, international college students fall silent

After Columbia arrests, international college students fall silent

In the span of a week, a hush has descended on higher education in the United States. International students and faculty have watched the growing crackdown on pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University with apprehension.
Critics warn staff cuts at federal agencies overseeing US dams could put public safety at risk

Critics warn staff cuts at federal agencies overseeing US dams could put public safety at risk

COULEE DAM, Wash. (AP) — Trump administration workforce cuts at federal agencies overseeing U.S.
Democrats confront limits of their minority power after bruising shutdown vote

Democrats confront limits of their minority power after bruising shutdown vote

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats were grim Friday as they left Washington after a brutal 10-week stretch that consistently showed the limits of their power in the minority — and culminated with a deeply personal rupture over how to best counter Pre
Democratic Party fractures in government shutdown fight, with anger running high

Democratic Party fractures in government shutdown fight, with anger running high

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Democratic Party was fracturing Friday as a torrent of frustration and anger was unleashed at Senate Democrats, led by Sen.