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New York prosecutors say they are open to delaying Trump’s hush money sentencing until after his second term

by MICHAEL R. SISAK and JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press November 19, 2024November 19, 2024

The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office says Trump’s forthcoming presidency isn’t grounds for dropping a case that was already tried, but ‘consideration must be given’ to potentially freezing the case until after he’s out of office.

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Georgia appeals court cancels hearing in election interference case against Trump

by KATE BRUMBACK Associated Press November 19, 2024November 19, 2024

A Fulton County grand jury in August 2023 indicted Trump and 18 others, accusing them of participating in a sprawling scheme to illegally try to overturn the 2020 presidential election in Georgia.

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Democrats turn to southern Maine for legislative leadership

by Randy Billings November 19, 2024November 19, 2024

All 6 of the party’s leaders in the 132nd Legislature represent communities within 26 miles of Portland, opening Democrats to criticism from Republicans for not representing the whole state.

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Trump confirms deportation strategy will involve military

by Andrea Castillo Los Angeles Times (TNS) November 18, 2024November 19, 2024

Deportations would also target immigrants who entered the country long before President Biden took office.

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Trump chooses former Wisconsin Rep. Sean Duffy to be transportation secretary

by ZEKE MILLER, MICHELLE L. PRICE and DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press November 18, 2024November 18, 2024

Duffy is a former reality TV star who was one of Trump’s most visible defenders on cable – a prime concern for the media-focused president-elect.

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Donald Trump Jr. says pushback against Cabinet picks proves they’re the disrupters voters wanted

by WILL WEISSERT Associated Press November 17, 2024

The president-elect’s eldest son says there’s ‘backup plans’ for some nominees if Senate confirmation becomes problematic.

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Q&A: What will Trump’s immigration policies mean for Maine?

by Rachel Ohm November 17, 2024November 17, 2024

Here are answers to a few questions about Maine’s immigrant population and what Donald Trump’s policies on deportations, asylum and other immigration issues could mean.

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Advocates warn a Trump presidency could be a threat to Maine immigrants

by Rachel Ohm November 17, 2024November 18, 2024

The president-elect has said he plans to oversee mass deportations when he takes office, and advocates are also worried about impacts on the asylum system.