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April 19, 2024
Associated Press

Israel Strikes, Iran Quiet (So Far)

Iran responded to suspected Israeli drones near Isfahan's air base and nuclear site by activating air defenses, with neither side officially acknowledging an attack and international calls for restraint.
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CNN

Meet the Trump Jurors

Twelve jurors and one alternate have been selected for Trump's hush money trial, comprising a diverse group with backgrounds ranging from sales and law to engineering and teaching.
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The Detroit News

Kennedy Makes Michigan Ballot

RFK Jr. has been named the Natural Law Party's presidential nominee in Michigan, providing him an official ballot position and giving the lesser-known party a prominent candidate for the election.
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Columbia Daily Spectator

NYPD Comes to Columbia

Columbia University President Shafik authorized the NYPD to dismantle the "Gaza Solidarity Encampment," leading to over 100 arrests and the suspension of involved students.
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CNN

Why Is the Trump Jury Anonymous?

The jury for Trump's trial is anonymous to protect them from harassment and influence, reflecting a practice initially reserved for high-risk cases but now increasingly used in high-profile trials.
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The Independent Florida Alligator

Florida Requires Teaching on Communism

DeSantis signed a bill that mandates education on the "dangers and evils of communism" in Florida public schools, starting in the 2026-27 school year, and includes the creation of a related museum.
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6 ABC Philadelphia

Kennedy Family Supports Biden

During a campaign stop in Philadelphia, Biden received endorsements from over 15 Kennedy family members to counter the independent candidacy of RFK Jr., seen as a potential election spoiler.
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National Bureau of Economic Research

Study: Incarceration and Immigration

A Study by NBER shows that for over 150 years, US immigrants have consistently had lower incarceration rates than the US-born, a gap that widened since 1960, unrelated to immigration policy.
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The Hill

Johnson Advances Ukraine Aid

House conservatives, furious with Speaker Johnson for supporting a substantial Ukraine aid package, have yet to leverage their power to oust him, despite their vocal protests and threats.
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The Guardian

Harry Now a U.S. Resident

Prince Harry has confirmed his U.S. residency four years after relocating to Southern California, further distancing himself from British royal duties and his role as a counselor of state.
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