They say he may have felt overwhelmed as he faced legal troubles and his possible looming discharge from the military.
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A gunman in New Zealand kills 2 people ahead of Women’s World Cup tournament
Authorities said 4 other people and 1 police officer, were injured during the shooting.
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Tornado damages Pfizer plant in North Carolina as other parts of U.S. reel from scorching heat, floods
Meanwhile, Phoenix broke an all-time record Wednesday morning for a warm low temperature at 97 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Stanford University president announces resignation over concerns about his research
Marc Tessier-Lavigne admits he should have been more diligent in ensuring the integrity of his work.
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Video appears to show Russian mercenary chief Prigozhin for first time since short-lived mutiny
He is seen telling his troops they will spend time in Belarus training its military before deploying to Africa.
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New Hampshire Gov. Sununu won’t seek reelection in 2024
The Republican won’t seek reelection to a 5th term, giving Democrats hope of winning back the seat in a battleground state during a presidential election year.
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White House is taking on corporate mergers, landlord junk fees and food prices
Wednesday’s announcements were discussed as part of President Biden’s meeting with the White House Competition Council.
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Masks are out at In-N-Out after burger chain bans employees from wearing them in 5 states
Employees could face disciplinary action, including being fired, if they do not comply, a company memo says.
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Jan. 6 charges against Trump would add to his mounting legal peril as he campaigns for 2024
America finds itself in the remarkable situation of a former president up against possible prison time while vying to reclaim the White House as frontrunner for the Republican nomination.
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House makes show of support for Israel after Democrat’s comments about ‘racist’ state
The Republican-led effort highlighted the divide among House Democrats over Israel, with younger progressives adopting a more critical stance toward the longtime U.S. ally than party leaders.