The Republican promises the legislation “protects vulnerable populations.”
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As attendees departed an event held by a Jewish advocacy organization in D.C. on Wednesday night, a shooter opened fire, killing two. Later, he chanted "free Palestine," D.C. police officials said.
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The Trump administration is withholding $75 million designated for the news outlet. EU officials say RFE/RL has played a critical role in providing news to areas where the press can't operate freely.
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At the center of the sweeping bill are trillions in tax cuts, which Republicans aim to partially offset through changes to safety net programs.
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This year, there have been at least 22 incidents involving lithium batteries in air travel, according to data from the Federal Aviation Administration.
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The plane is a gift that Trump said he would be "stupid" to turn down. Experts say the plane would take years to rework to meet the current standards for Air Force One.