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McConnell stepping down as Senate GOP leader, ending historic 17-year run
The Kentucky Republican, who turned 82 last week, announced his decision on the Senate floor on Wednesday.
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The Kentucky Republican, who turned 82 last week, announced his decision on the Senate floor on Wednesday.
Michigan was the latest state to go to the polls in the 2024 presidential primary season.
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The federal government announced Wednesday that it will keep interest rates where they are for now, but that could change in the next few weeks.
California lawmakers are trying again to give public school teachers paid family leave. Critics worry it could come at the actual expense of students.
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