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The Strait of Hormuz is still blocked. What's the US military doing about it? Hundreds of cargo ships are still stuck in the Strait of Hormuz, despite a declaration from President Donald Trump that the U.S. military would help get traffic flowing again through the vital shipping lane. Both the U.S. and Iran claim to control the waterway. But the future of the strait remains uncertain. By - Victoria Hoffmann - , Caitlin Babcock - / 5 min

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US not giving 'an inch' on immigration arrests, says border czar -- Sarah Matusek

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Why appeals courts are splitting over releasing immigrants on bond -- Cameron Pugh

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Abortion clash heats up at a politically fraught moment -- Linda Feldmann

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Millions to see higher student loan payments atop rise in gas, food, healthcare costs

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Where Route 66 begins: A tale of boom, bust, baseball, and a 'big house'

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In the show 'Wowsabout,' Muppets meet the national parks

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Immigrants pulled out of their naturalization ceremonies are now suing

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Congress ends DHS shutdown amid flurry of action before taking a break

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As high gas prices squeeze voters, Republican midterm challenges deepen

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Voting rights ruling amps up redistricting contests. Will states move before November?

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Congress presses Hegseth on Iran war justification, spending, and conduct

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Iconic Route 66 is turning 100. What can it still tell us about ourselves?

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Supreme Court redefines how states can factor race into congressional maps

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Magnolia trees signal spring in Boston, thanks to one woman's beautification drive

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Drones, missiles, battleships: What's in Trump's $1.5 trillion defense spending ask

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Trump threatens to pull troops from Germany. Why Europe isn't panicking. President Donald Trump's attempts to punish criticism, like that from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, seem to be delivering diminishing returns in Europe. By - Mark Sappenfield - / 4 min

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