German intelligence designates AfD ‘extremist’ group after becoming country’s most popular party
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/world/3399059/german-intelligence-designates-afd-extremist-group/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/world/3399059/german-intelligence-designates-afd-extremist-group/
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German intelligence designates AfD 'extremist' group - Washington Examiner
Alternative für Deutschland was designated an "extremist" group by Germany's domestic intelligence agency after becoming the country's most popular party.
Humanitarian ship headed for Gaza purportedly attacked by drones
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/world/3399239/gaza-aid-ship-attack-drone-malta-coast-israeli-government/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/world/3399239/gaza-aid-ship-attack-drone-malta-coast-israeli-government/
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Aid ship headed to Gaza purportedly attacked by drones
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition, the group behind the mission, said it was off Malta's coast when the ship was attacked.
Youngkin adviser steps down after John Reid controversy
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/campaigns/state/3399117/matt-moran-steps-down-john-reid-virginia-controversy/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/campaigns/state/3399117/matt-moran-steps-down-john-reid-virginia-controversy/
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Youngkin adviser steps down after John Reid drama
Matt Moran left the Spirit of Virginia PAC after Reid reportedly sent him a cease-and-desist letter claiming he made "false and defamatory statements."
Wes Moore fuels 2028 speculation as headliner for high-profile South Carolina political event
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/campaigns/3399203/wes-moore-south-carolina-fuels-2028-speculation-headliner-high-profile-political-event/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/campaigns/3399203/wes-moore-south-carolina-fuels-2028-speculation-headliner-high-profile-political-event/
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Wes Moore fuels 2028 speculation as headliner for high-profile South Carolina political event - Washington Examiner
The 46-year-old has drawn speculation about a presidential bid since his rapid rise to becoming Maryland's governor after never holding political office.
King Charles III to open Canadian parliament to underscore ‘sovereignty’ of country
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/foreign-policy/3399230/king-charles-iii-open-canadian-parliament-sovereignty/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/foreign-policy/3399230/king-charles-iii-open-canadian-parliament-sovereignty/
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King Charles III to open Canadian parliament in rebuke of Trump
Prime Minister Mark Carney's government invited the king to mark the beginning of the new session, which is expected to begin on May 26.
Trump proposes slashing NIH budget by nearly 40% over COVID-19 and transgender research
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/healthcare/3399322/white-house-budget-slash-nih-nearly-40-percent/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/healthcare/3399322/white-house-budget-slash-nih-nearly-40-percent/
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Trump proposes 40% cut to NIH over COVID-19 and transgender research
President Donald Trump's budget proposal would slash NIH's budget by $18 billion due to COVID-19 research and transgender medicine for minors.
Cassidy says ‘good policy’ is ‘good politics’ as timeline for tax bill gets pushed back
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3399234/cassidy-says-good-policy-is-good-politics-as-timeline-for-tax-bill-gets-pushed-back/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3399234/cassidy-says-good-policy-is-good-politics-as-timeline-for-tax-bill-gets-pushed-back/
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Cassidy says ‘good policy’ is ‘good politics’ as timeline for tax bill gets pushed back - Washington Examiner
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) said Friday that Republicans' major tax and domestic policy bill could be on President Donald Trump's desk as late as August.
Luigi Mangione musical to debut in San Francisco
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3399365/luigi-mangione-musical-to-debut-in-san-francisco/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3399365/luigi-mangione-musical-to-debut-in-san-francisco/
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Luigi Mangione musical to debut in San Francisco - Washington Examiner
A musical comedy centered on the 26-year-old suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is set to debut next month in San Francisco.
Democrats to revive Abrego Garcia spotlight with Senate transparency vote
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/senate/3399355/senate-abrego-garcia-spotlight-democratic-resolution/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/senate/3399355/senate-abrego-garcia-spotlight-democratic-resolution/
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Democrats to force vote on Abrego Garcia-inspired legislation
The measure, which is privileged under Senate rules, is the latest example of Democrats using the tools of the minority to end-run GOP control.
Hegseth directs start of developing National Defense Strategy
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/defense/3399400/pete-hegseth-military-developing-national-defense-strategy/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/defense/3399400/pete-hegseth-military-developing-national-defense-strategy/
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Hegseth directs start of developing National Defense Strategy
The NDS serves as a road map for the Department of Defense, providing broad guidance for military planning, strategy, force posturing, modernization, and more.
DOJ argues only Trump can decide if Tren de Aragua is invading US
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/justice/3399274/doj-trump-deportations-decide-tren-de-aragua-invading-usa/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/justice/3399274/doj-trump-deportations-decide-tren-de-aragua-invading-usa/
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DOJ argues only Trump can decide if Tren de Aragua is invading US
The Trump administration argued the president was the sole person who could decide whether the conditions of the Alien Enemies Act had been met.
Democrats aren’t who they think they are
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/in_focus/3399079/democrats-arent-who-they-think-they-are/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/in_focus/3399079/democrats-arent-who-they-think-they-are/
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Democrats are still in denial on demographics
Democrats have long considered themselves the party of the rainbow coalition, the working man, and democracy. The last few years have shattered that myth.
Dear California Democrats: Buying minors for sex should always be a felony
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/beltway-confidential/3399471/california-democrats-sex-trafficking-bill-maggy-krell/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/beltway-confidential/3399471/california-democrats-sex-trafficking-bill-maggy-krell/
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Dear California Democrats: Buying minors for sex should always be a felony
California Democrats "intend" to get tough on sex trafficking as long as buying 16- and 17-year-olds for sex isn't punished too severely.
From ‘Little Marco’ to trusted right-hand: Trump elevates Rubio to his Mr. Fix-it man
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/white-house/3398452/marco-rubio-trump-fix-it-man/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/white-house/3398452/marco-rubio-trump-fix-it-man/
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Marco Rubio has become Trump's Mr. Fix It man
When a new role opens, Trump keeps turning to his old political rival, Marco Rubio.
Adams leaves little room for financial error in New York City’s ‘Best Budget Ever’
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3399309/eric-adams-budget-financial-error-new-york-city/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3399309/eric-adams-budget-financial-error-new-york-city/
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Adams leaves little room for financial error in New York City budget
New York City's mayor is optimistic that his "best budget ever" will boost hopes to fund initiatives directed at crime, education, and affordable housing.
Sistine Chapel chimney installed by Vatican fire corps ahead of conclave
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/world/3399423/sistine-chapel-chimney-installed-conclave/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/world/3399423/sistine-chapel-chimney-installed-conclave/
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Sistine Chapel chimney installed ahead of conclave
The Corps of Firefighters of the Vatican City State installed the ceremonial chimney on the roof of the Sistine Chapel ahead of the coming conclave.
Trump administration reaches preliminary settlement with family of Ashli Babbitt: Report
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/justice/3399632/trump-administration-preliminary-settlement-ashli-babbitt/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/justice/3399632/trump-administration-preliminary-settlement-ashli-babbitt/
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Trump admin reaches preliminary settlement with family of Ashli Babbitt
The attorneys for Babbitt's family said they have reached an agreement in principle, according to various reports.
Prince Harry seeks Royal reconciliation by pondering when the King will die
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/beltway-confidential/3399563/prince-harry-seeks-royal-reconciliation-by-pondering-when-the-king-will-die/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/beltway-confidential/3399563/prince-harry-seeks-royal-reconciliation-by-pondering-when-the-king-will-die/
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Prince Harry seeks Royal reconciliation by pondering when the King will die - Washington Examiner
Prince Harry questioned when his father King Charles III will die. He blamed the King for the United Kingdom government's refusal to provide him with security.
Daily on Energy: Quote of the week, oil majors report, and the budget latest
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/daily-on-energy/3399702/daily-on-energy-quote-of-the-week-oil-majors-report-and-the-budget-latest/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/daily-on-energy/3399702/daily-on-energy-quote-of-the-week-oil-majors-report-and-the-budget-latest/
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Daily on Energy: Quote of the week, oil majors report, and the budget latest
We start the newsletter by looking at earnings reports from three oil majors for the first quarter, a period marked by a drop in crude oil prices.
John Fetterman profile draws concerns over Pennsylvania senator’s political future
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/senate/3399337/john-fetterman-profile-mental-health-struggles/
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/senate/3399337/john-fetterman-profile-mental-health-struggles/
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John Fetterman profile draws concerns over Pennsylvania senator’s political future
A scathing profile of Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) has put his political prospects into question.