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U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a "Save America Rally".

Trump loses defamation appeal over CNN’s use of phrase ‘Big Lie’ in 2020 election coverage

Letitia James.

Letitia James asserts ‘outrageous government conduct’ in latest motion to dismiss her case

James Comey

Judge cites ‘disturbing pattern’ in ordering disclosure of James Comey grand jury materials

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Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson continues to stand alone on crucial Supreme Court actions

This week’s Deadline: Legal Newsletter examines the Biden appointee’s latest solo stances at the high court — on SNAP funding and the death penalty.

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson on Capitol Hill.

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson on Capitol Hill.

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Ask Jordan: What’s the deal with Trump’s latest pardons for 2020-election related crimes?

“Deadline: White House” legal analyst Jordan Rubin answers your questions about the Supreme Court, Trump administration lawsuits and other issues.

Jordan Rubin, illustrated, with the Supreme Court columns.

Jordan Rubin, illustrated, with the Supreme Court columns.

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McIver’s vindictive prosecution motion loss shows how Comey and James could win theirs

The claims raised by James Comey and Letitia James are stronger than the ones rejected in the New Jersey congresswoman’s case on Thursday.

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Steve Bannon gets a boost in Supreme Court appeal of his contempt conviction

The Donald Trump ally was convicted for refusing to comply with the House Jan. 6 committee’s investigation.

Steve Bannon, former strategist for 45th President of the US

Steve Bannon, former strategist for 45th President of the US

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Bar complaint against Lindsey Halligan spotlights ‘egregious circumstances’ but faces hurdles

A watchdog complained against the lawyer in Florida, where she’s licensed, and in Virginia, where she’s fulfilling Trump’s quest for revenge.

Lindsey Halligan in the Oval Office of the White House.

Lindsey Halligan in the Oval Office of the White House.

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Trump asks Supreme Court to reverse E. Jean Carroll verdict that he calls flawed

The president’s personal lawyers lodged the petition as the justices continue to field his administration’s emergency appeals in his second term.

Donald Trump; E Jean Carroll.

Donald Trump; E Jean Carroll.

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Is Lindsey Halligan a ‘stalking horse’? Trump’s control over DOJ could doom Comey case

A sticking point between the Trump Justice Department and James Comey’s defense team is whether the president’s animus can be imputed to Lindsey Halligan.

Lindsey Halligan.

Lindsey Halligan.

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Why did Donald Trump exclude himself in his pardons for 2020 election-related crimes?

The president’s clemency order for dozens of political allies said that it “does not apply to the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump.”

Donald Trump speaks during a "Save America Rally" on Jan. 6, 2021 near the White House.

Donald Trump speaks during a "Save America Rally" on Jan. 6, 2021 near the White House.

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Nicolle: ‘Someone who tried to participate in a coup” the latest on Jim Jordan’s Speaker Bid

Deadline: White House with Nicolle Wallace

‘The finest hour by any President in a long long time’: Reacting to President Biden’s Israel visit

Deadline: White House with Nicolle Wallace

‘Heightened Threat Environment’: The spillover effect of terror abroad reaches the U.S.

Deadline: White House with Nicolle Wallace

Trump’s embrace of violence since leaving office

Deadline: White House with Nicolle Wallace

Nicolle: ‘Strategic Humiliation’ Jim Jordan’s continued struggle to get the Speaker’s gavel

Deadline: White House with Nicolle Wallace

‘A culmination of the GOP of today’: Jim Jordan’s failure to become Speaker

Deadline: White House with Nicolle Wallace

Nicolle: ‘Architect of the Kraken’ flips, Sidney Powell pleads guilty in Fulton County

Deadline: White House with Nicolle Wallace

‘Carefully choreographed PR move by Hamas’: Reaction on 2 American Hostages released by Hamas

Deadline: White House with Nicolle Wallace

John Kirby speaks about the release of 2 American citizens taken hostage by Hamas

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Nicolle: It’s a ‘Pu Pu Platter’ of crimes and criming

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Trump to female reporter who asked him about the Epstein files: ‘Quiet, Piggy’

U.S. President Donald J. Trump leaves the Saudi Royal Court with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

For Trump, promise of Saudi business deals may eclipse Gaza

David Rohde

Trump’s 50-year mortgage plan is a classic administration ‘solution.’ That’s the problem.

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson; Jeffrey Epstein.

Mike Johnson follows Trump’s Epstein files pivot on House vote

Mychael Schnell

A pregnant Black woman.

This TikTok puts the risk of giving birth while Black on full — and painful — display

Dr. Uché Blackstock

Letitia James.

Letitia James asserts ‘outrageous government conduct’ in latest motion to dismiss her case

Beef is being trimmed and prepared in a grocery store.

The administration is blaming immigrants with ‘sick cows’ for higher beef prices

Vice President JD Vance.

Democrats have a new target for the coming post-Trump era

Bats fly over a church tower in Jos, Nigeria.

Nigerians reject Trump claims that Christians are being persecuted

Ines de La Cuetara

U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Trump’s investment in MBS is a bad deal in the making

Lance Wallnau.

Pro-Trump extremist pastor decries immigration policies

Behind Trump’s Epstein 180: A fighting posture that turned ‘too defensive’

Jake Traylor

U.S. President Donald Trump's booking photo at the Fulton County Jail.

Why Georgia is on Trump’s mind — again

David Richardson, Acting Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Trump-appointed FEMA chief resigns after six troubled months on the job

Donald Korb.

The unfortunate reason Trump withdrew his nominee for a key IRS post

U.S. Border Patrol arrest a person in Chicago on Nov. 6, 2025; Ali Velshi.

Trump’s immigration crackdown is sweeping up U.S. citizens

A cashier scans a turkey at a Walmart in Burbank, C.A.

On Walmart and Thanksgiving costs, Trump’s ‘big fact’ is neither big nor fact

Chicago pastor sounds alarm after brutal ICE arrest: U.S. is facing a ‘crisis of morality’

James Comey

Judge cites ‘disturbing pattern’ in ordering disclosure of James Comey grand jury materials

Indiana University.

University actions in Indiana and Texas should worry speech advocates everywhere

Jacques Berlinerblau

America’s housing crisis isn’t an accident — it’s by design

Tucker Carlson.

Heritage Foundation board member resigns over video in support of Tucker Carlson

Close up of young woman using mobile app device on smartphone to hail a taxi ride on city street after work in the evening.

Uber is doing its part to protect women — and now some male drivers are upset

Kendra Stanton Lee

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Hundreds show up for training to resist ICE, protect their neighbors

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White, male and… skinny? What Trump seems to want America to look like

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‘I’m sorry’: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene makes remarkable turnaround on rhetoric

Police take two people into custody, as tear gas fills the air after it was used by federal law enforcement agents in Broadview, IL.

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Gov. Polis: ICE shares ‘zero information’ about Colorado immigration operations

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North Carolina lawmaker slams Trump’s ‘total disregard’ for Charlotte as immigration crackdown continues

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PSA from Epstein survivors: ‘Release all of the Epstein files’

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Trump’s reticence around reporters is a sign that he’s rattled by the Epstein crisis

Zeeshan Aleem
Democrats need to start thinking beyond Obamacare

Paul Waldman
Trump doesn’t just have an Epstein problem. He has a Ghislaine Maxwell problem.

Zeeshan Aleem
Target’s new smile policy disrespects its employees — and the shoppers who left

Jarvis DeBerry
The shutdown is over. It’s time to end them for good.

Ryan Teague Beckwith
Trump’s promising $2,000 checks to Americans again — but the math doesn’t add up

Philip Bump
The quiet victories keeping American democracy alive

Symone D. Sanders Townsend
Florida is suing Planned Parenthood for racketeering. It’s part of a bigger plan.

Mary Ziegler
Everything about Trump’s very bad week comes back to the same cause

Jared Bernstein

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Woman in front of a device screen in video conference for work.

Leaders, your meetings are quiet for a reason (and it’s you)

Mika Brzezinski and Huma Abedin.

Know Your Value, Forbes honor women shaping success at age 50 — and beyond

Black and white photos of Neiny and Shaquita Garcia

The photographer who wants to help women embrace visibility – one portrait at a time.

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How a ‘prosperity mindset’ can supercharge your career

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Women are redefining purposeful giving. Here’s how.

Mattel Hopes To Reinvent Barbie With An Assist From Hollywood

Women in Charge: Mattel’s Robbie Brenner on “Barbie”, breaking ceilings, and bold leadership

‘I looked grotesque’: Mika shares ugly truth about products that made her sick

Mika Brzezinski, Liz Dozier, and Tatyana Ali in front of a Chicago Beyond sign.

Black maternal health crisis takes center stage in Chicago

Nominations for Forbes and Know Your Value’s 2025 ’50 Over 50′ Global list are now open

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She could barely run 90 Seconds. Then, at age 37, this mom became America’s fastest marathoner

Author Ann Marie Chaker.

From desk job to deadlifts: Anne Marie Chaker on reinventing herself through bodybuilding

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