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Trump says he's considering 'taking away' Rosie O'Donnell's U.S. citizenship

Trump says he's considering 'taking away' Rosie O'Donnell's U.S. citizenship

On Saturday, Trump claimed on social media that O’Donnell is not in the “best interests” of the country and suggested she should stay in Ireland, where she moved earlier this year. Legal experts, however, note the Constitution prevents the government from stripping citizenship from native-born Americans.
by The Associated Press

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Trump announces 30 percent tariffs against EU, Mexico to begin August 1

Trump announces 30 percent tariffs against EU, Mexico to begin August 1

President Donald Trump has announced he’s levying tariffs of 30 percent against the European Union and Mexico. Trump announced the tariffs Saturday on two of the United States' biggest trade partners in letters posted to his social media account.
by The Associated Press

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No playing Spanish-language music: Many immigrants say they have new rules for driving

As the Trump administration's crackdown continues, traffic stops have become increasingly important tools of enforcement. It has led many immigrants to take alternate modes of transportation.
by Jasmine Garsd

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Hundreds laid off in State Department overhaul

Hundreds laid off in State Department overhaul

The State Department is slashing hundreds of jobs in what's being called its biggest shake-up in decades — drawing sharp criticism from former diplomats who say the cuts risk gutting America's diplomatic muscle.
by Michele Kelemen

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Ramsey County sheriff calls for security improvements at the Capitol

Ramsey County sheriff calls for security improvements at the Capitol

At the beginning of the 2025 legislative session, Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher called for increased security at the Capitol. Following the assassination and attempted assassination of two state lawmakers and their spouses in June, he’s ringing the alarm bell once again.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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