An early and vocal supporter of Donald Trump, he hosted ‘Lou Dobbs Tonight’ on Fox Business from 2011 to 2021, following 2 stints at CNN.
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Trump urges unity after assassination attempt while proposing sweeping populist agenda
Trump’s appearance comes as 81-year-old Democratic President Biden clings to his party’s nomination in the face of unrelenting pressure from key congressional allies, donors and even former President Barack Obama.
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Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone monologues, dies at 94
His outlook was modern, but he rarely raised his voice above a hesitant, almost stammering delivery. His only prop was a telephone, used to pretend to hold a conversation with someone on the other end of the line.
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Over 3 million steam cleaners are under recall because they can spew hot water and cause burns
Consumers have reported more than 150 injuries.
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Biden administration cancels another $1.2 billion in student loans for public service workers
The loans are being canceled through changes to an existing forgiveness program.
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Obama, Pelosi and other Democrats make fresh push for Biden to reconsider 2024 race
The former president has conveyed to allies that President Biden needs to consider the viability of his campaign but has also made clear that the decision is one Biden needs to make.
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Closing arguments in espionage trial of Wall Street Journal reporter will be Friday, court says
Court officials say closing arguments in the espionage trial of U.S. journalist and Bowdoin College alum Evan Gershkovich will be held Friday, as the proceedings picked up speed in a case that has seen the reporter held in pre-trial custody for over a year.
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Historic utility, high fashion: 80-year-old L.L. Bean staple finds new audience
The tote’s revival came at a time when price-conscious consumers were forgoing expensive handbags.
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Closing arguments in espionage trial of Evan Gershkovich will be Friday, court says
The Wall Street Journal reporter and Bowdoin graduate faces up to 20 years in prison if found guilty, which is almost a certainty. Russian courts convict more than 99% of defendants.
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Foreign minister says Russia has ‘irrefutable evidence’ journalist Evan Gershkovich is a spy
The Wall Street Journal reporter and Bowdoin College graduate is scheduled to appear in court on Thursday for the second hearing of his trial.