The new rules, which toughen restrictions announced in June, bar migrants from being granted asylum when U.S. officials deem that the southern border is overwhelmed.
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Accused gunman pleads not guilty to attempting to kill Trump at golf course
Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, is accused of traveling to carry out an attempted execution of the former president at Trump International Golf Club on Sept. 15.
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Donald Trump suggests ‘one rough hour’ of policing will end theft
The former president has a long history of encouraging rough treatment of people in police custody.
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Trump is pointing to new numbers on migrants with criminal pasts. Here’s what they show
The numbers have become a flashpoint in the campaign between Donald Trump, who has vowed to carry out mass deportations, and Kamala Harris.
Posted inElection 2024, Local & State
Millions of dollars are pouring into the 2nd District showdown
Spending on the hotly contested congressional race will likely exceed $30 million this year.
Posted inElection 2024, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State
Jared Golden’s journey from Leeds to Iraq to Capitol Hill
The three-term Democrat from Lewiston is an unconventional politician.
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Congressional challenger Austin Theriault has always been in a hurry
Fort Kent Republican seeks to move from NASCAR circuit to Capitol Hill.
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How Jared Golden and Austin Theriault actually disagree
On issues from abortion to Ukraine, the two 2nd District congressional hopefuls differ on what should be done.
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At a pivotal time for the Maine Arts Commission, new leader offers promise
The agency’s new executive director started her job in August with 30-plus years of experience at the intersection of arts and government.
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Three televised debates are coming soon
The one-hour debates will be held in television studios without an audience.