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Wisconsin Supreme Court declines to hear Trump election lawsuit
The Wisconsin Supreme Court on Thursday refused to hear President Donald Trump’s lawsuit attempting to overturn his loss to Democrat Joe Biden in the battleground state, saying the case must first wind its way through lower courts.
Trump seriously considering 2024 run as he continues false 2020 claims
Three sources in President Donald Trump's orbit tell NPR he is considering running for a second term as president in 2024. Trump himself alluded to it at a private party this week.
Lawmakers barrel ahead on defense bill plans, balking at Trump veto threat
President Donald Trump threatened to veto the annual defense bill if it doesn't include a provision to end a liability shield for tech companies. Key lawmakers say it's too late for such a demand.
Millions face bitter winter if Congress fails to extend relief programs
A bipartisan group of senators is proposing a nearly $908 billion compromise relief bill with millions of Americans about to fall off a cliff when benefits expire this month.