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Louisiana election live updates: Sen. Bill Cassidy loses primary as two candidates advance to runoff

Cassidy, a two-term Republican senator, voted to convict Donald Trump on impeachment charges after the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
Image: Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., left, speaks to supporters alongside his wife, Laura, during an election night watch party.
Image: Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., left, speaks to supporters alongside his wife, Laura, during an election night watch party.
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Election denier Tina Peters set for release after Colorado governor commutes sentence

Democratic Gov. Jared Polis had previously called Peters’ 9-year prison sentence “harsh.” Trump has repeatedly demanded she be released.
Former Mesa County clerk Tina Peters listens during her trial on March 3, 2023, in Grand Junction, Colorado.
Former Mesa County clerk Tina Peters listens during her trial on March 3, 2023, in Grand Junction, Colorado.
23h ago

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ISIS Terror

Trump says ISIS second-in-command killed in Africa

The president said Abu-Bilal al-Minuki was killed in a joint U.S.-Nigerian operation.
President Trump Departs White House For Florida
President Trump Departs White House For Florida

Israel says it killed Hamas’ military leader, one of the architects of Oct. 7 attacks

Gaza has seen near-daily Israeli fire despite a fragile ceasefire agreement reached in October.
A person silhouetted by the flames of a burning building at night.
A person silhouetted by the flames of a burning building at night.

Map: How much you pay in federal and state gas taxes

Gas taxes and fees account for as much as 17% of the cost per gallon.
This U.S. state map shows how much in state, federal taxes and fees are tacked on to a gallon of gas. Values range from 18 cents to more than 60 cents per gallon.
This U.S. state map shows how much in state, federal taxes and fees are tacked on to a gallon of gas. Values range from 18 cents to more than 60 cents per gallon.

Sen. Bill Cassidy faces a primary for the first time since his Trump impeachment vote

The Louisiana Republican is running for re-election against Trump-backed Rep. Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming.
Rep. Julia Letlow, Sen. Bill Cassidy, and Louisiana state Treasurer John Fleming.
Rep. Julia Letlow, Sen. Bill Cassidy, and Louisiana state Treasurer John Fleming.

‘Perfect statement’: Trump defends his dismissal of Americans’ finances amid Iran war

The president also said he’s not considering the political implications of the war on the midterms.
U.S. President Donald Trump Departs White House For China
U.S. President Donald Trump Departs White House For China
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Texas Children’s will create ‘detransition clinic’ to settle DOJ and state investigation

The agreement ends a three-year battle over transgender healthcare at the country’s largest children’s hospital.
Texas Children's Hospital in Houston.
Texas Children's Hospital in Houston.
2d ago

Inside Scoop

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Gerrymandering mania

Republicans in several states look to redraw congressional lines after the Supreme Court decision narrowing part of the Voting Rights Act.
Trump Says Tennessee To Redraw District Maps To Boost GOP
Trump Says Tennessee To Redraw District Maps To Boost GOP

Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats’ attempt to revive new congressional map

The decision leaves in place a ruling by the state Supreme Court that found legal flaws in the process leading up to the referendum.
Voters In Virginia Head To The Polls For Redistricting Referendum
Voters In Virginia Head To The Polls For Redistricting Referendum
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Live Updates

Trump returns to Washington after leaving Beijing summit with few clear wins

The president’s two-day summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping saw praise and claims of progress from both sides, but also persistent differences on Taiwan and other key issues.
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping walk side-by-side in front of a concrete staircase.
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping walk side-by-side in front of a concrete staircase.