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A judge temporarily blocked Alabama’s voter removal program after finding the state violated federal law by systematically purging voters too close to this fall’s election.

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Mariners’ Cal Raleigh seeking help for hometown after hurricane damage  The Seattle Times

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1 hour ago The Alaska Federation of Natives convention opens Thursday in Anchorage. Here’s an overview and schedule.

The Alaska Federation of Natives convention opens Thursday in Anchorage. Here’s an overview and schedule.  Anchorage Daily News

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1 hour ago Special counsel urges judge to reject Trump's bid to toss Jan. 6 obstruction charges

Special counsel Jack Smith is urging the judge in Donald Trump's Jan. 6 case to reject an effort by Trump's attorneys to throw out the case's obstruction-related charges.

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