Van Hollen challenges Schumer for Senate, raising concerns over future US military aid to Israel
Hollen announced his challenge just days after Democrats won control of Congress. His candidacy could signal a shift in the party’s approach to Israel.
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"Claude didn't access the state's voter registration system or change or pull any voting records," Anthropic said, adding that it has since taken steps to block these kinds of actions.
Appeals court skeptical over Trump administration lawsuit against California mail-in ballots
During a rare weekend oral argument, two judges on a three-judge panel of the 9th US Circuit Court of Appeals sharply questioned a Justice Department lawyer about the lawsuit.
Democrats aim to flip key Senate seats as Trump's popularity sinks to historic low - CNN
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Two former FBI agents charged with lying to Congress during Hunter Biden laptop inquiry - report
The two former agents face up to five years in prison if found guilty. They were released on Friday morning after a brief appearance before a federal magistrate judge.
