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Sen. Mitt Romney says he won't run for a second term
Utah Republican Sen. Mitt Romney announced Wednesday that he will not seek reelection in 2024. “While I'm not running for reelection, I'm not retiring from the fight,” he said.
Minnesota lawsuit seeks to keep Trump off 2024 ballot
A Tuesday lawsuit contends former President Donald Trump should not be allowed on the 2024 Minnesota ballot because of the 14th Amendment, which prohibits anyone who has taken part in an insurrection or rebellion against the U.S. from holding federal office.
For a new generation of Marines, 9/11 is history
For many Americans, 9/11 is now simply a date to mark, much like December 7th and the Pearl Harbor attacks. Even the military war colleges are moving on.
At the G20, Biden joins forces with India and the Middle East, sidelining China
President Joe Biden and other world leaders announced a new corridor to link India with the Middle East and Europe. It's one of several initiatives aimed at countering China's Belt and Road Initiative.
Al Quie remembered with warmth, humor at funeral service
The funeral happened a day after Quie lay in state at the Minnesota State Capitol. Political leaders from both parties paid respect to Quie during a ceremony in the Rotunda next to his casket.