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Democrats see Trump’s big bill as key to their comeback. It may not be so easy
President Donald Trump says his bill is big and beautiful. But Democratic leaders see the package as the key to their party's resurgence. Democratic officials are finalizing plans for dozens of rallies, voter registration drives, attack ads, bus tours and even a multiday vigil.
How people are celebrating, protesting and traveling for July Fourth
People are approaching this Independence Day with mixed feelings. Polls show declining national pride, especially among Democrats, during the Trump era. In Southern California, some July Fourth celebrations have been canceled due to immigration raids and safety concerns.
Trump signs his tax and spending cut bill at the White House July 4 picnic
President Donald Trump has signed his signature bill of tax and spending cuts at the White House Fourth of July picnic. He's taking a victory lap after muscling his main legislative priority through the Republican-controlled Congress.
Immigrants with no criminal convictions represent sharpest growth in ICE detention population
The number of people in ICE detention without criminal convictions nearly doubled in the last month — a significant increase compared to detainees who have been convicted of crimes.
 Lawsuit challenges new Minnesota law requiring prescription drugs for county jail inmates
The law’s opponents say the law requires health care providers to give inmates medicine even if they think it could worsen their health. Supporters say it's needed to ensure inmates are provided with the medicine they need.