Trump Allies Push to Bolster Putin-Backed Balkans Leader

An influence campaign has relied on allies of the president, including Rudolph W. Giuliani, to cast a Serbian politician as a victim of political persecution.

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In Illinois Senate Race, Old Grudges and a Test of Pritzker’s Power

Few policy differences have emerged among the Democrats vying to replace the retiring Senator Richard J. Durbin, while Gov. JB Pritzker’s influence looms large.

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Trump Pardons Ex-Tennessee State Senator Imprisoned for Campaign Fraud

Brian Kelsey, a Republican, pleaded guilty to illegally funneling money to his failed campaign for Congress in 2016. He later tried unsuccessfully to withdraw his plea.

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