Nation and World Politics
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Judge extends order barring the Trump administration from firing federal workers during the shutdown
Oct 28, 2025 2:01 pm - A federal judge in San Francisco on Tuesday indefinitely barred the Trump administration from firing federal employees during the government shutdown.
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Flight delays become more common as air traffic controllers go without pay during shutdown
Oct 28, 2025 12:10 pm - Air traffic controllers will miss their paychecks Tuesday because of the ongoing government shutdown, raising concerns that mounting financial stress could take a toll on the already understaffed employees who guide thousands of flights each day.
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Gaza ceasefire tested as Israel and Hamas exchange fire and blame
Oct 28, 2025 11:58 am - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday he has ordered the army to immediately carry out “powerful strikes” in Gaza, and Hamas responded by saying it would delay handing over the body of a hostage, putting new pressure on the tenuous U.S.-brokered ceasefire.
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Judge orders daily meetings with Border Patrol official Bovino on Chicago immigration crackdown
Oct 28, 2025 11:46 am - A judge on Tuesday ordered a senior U.S. Border Patrol official to meet her each evening to discuss the government's immigration crackdown in the Chicago area, an extraordinary step following weeks of street confrontations, tear gas volleys and complaints of excessive force.
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House Minority Leader Jeffries visits Illinois lawmakers in redistricting push
Oct 28, 2025 10:20 am - U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries brought his redistricting campaign to Illinois on Monday, pitching top state Democrats on a new map in a series of closed-door meetings.
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Trump ad spat exposes Ontario premier’s anxiety over fragile auto sector
Oct 28, 2025 10:04 am - Ontario Premier Doug Ford annoyed President Donald Trump with a 60-second television ad that used the words of the late Republican icon Ronald Reagan to criticize tariffs.
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Hegseth says US carried out 4 strikes on alleged drug-running boats in eastern Pacific, killing 14
Oct 28, 2025 9:15 am - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the U.S. military carried out three strikes Monday in the waters of the Eastern Pacific against boats suspected of carrying drugs, killing 14 and leaving one survivor.
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Republicans send Biden autopen report to the Justice Department, urging further investigation
Oct 28, 2025 8:18 am - House Republicans on Tuesday unveiled their long-promised report on former President Joe Biden’s use of the autopen, delivering a blistering critique of his time in office and inner circle that largely rehashes public information while making sweeping accusations about the workings of his White House.
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Federal Reserve likely to cut key rate Wednesday and may signal another cut to follow
Oct 28, 2025 8:12 am - The Federal Reserve will almost certainly cut its key interest rate on Wednesday and could signal it expects another cut in December as the central bank seeks to bolster hiring.
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Chicago’s children are getting caught in the chaos of immigration crackdowns
Oct 28, 2025 7:46 am - In Chicago, children and families have been traumatized by an immigration enforcement action involving tear gas. Residents, including U.S. citizens and people with permission to live or work here, say they are terrified, worried about being targeted. Teachers and community members are struggling to reassure children while dealing with their own fears. The community remains on edge, with many questioning their safety and future.