Trump Fired a U.S. Attorney Who Insisted on Following a Court Order

The top federal prosecutor in Sacramento was fired hours after she reminded a Border Patrol chief to abide by court-ordered restrictions on immigration raids.

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On Shutdown, Democrats Turn to Simple Strategy: Do Something

They want to show their willingness to fight, even if the battle ends in defeat.

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Here’s What to Know About Comey’s Indictment

The former F.B.I. director was indicted Thursday on one count of making a false statement and one count of obstruction in connection with a congressional testimony five years ago.

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U.N. Human Rights Office Asks Ghana to Halt Deportations of Migrants Sent From U.S.

At least five migrants recently deported to Ghana from the United States had court-ordered protections meant to keep them from the possibility of being tortured if returned to their home countries.

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Texas Tech Moves to Limit Academic Discussion to 2 Genders

The university system said faculty must comply with President Trump’s order recognizing only two genders, possibly a first for a major public institution of higher education.

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Russia and China Fail to Delay U.N. ‘Snapback’ Sanctions Against Iran Over Nuclear Program

The unsuccessful bid to put off the sanctions for six months over Iran’s nuclear program means they would go into effect early Sunday in Iran.

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Trump Believes ‘We Have a Deal’ on Gaza. But a Host of Obstacles Remain.

Whether President Trump can help bring the war to an end will probably depend on how much he is willing to push Benjamin Netanyahu.

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New Treatment Shows Promise for Huntington’s Disease

A gene therapy injected into patients’ brains slowed progression of the disease by 75 percent, preliminary findings reported.

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Medical Groups Warn Against Visa Fees for Foreign Doctors

The United States depends heavily on physicians trained abroad. The Trump administration’s new fees may exacerbate personnel shortages, especially in underserved regions.

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Sinclair Ends Jimmy Kimmel Boycott and Will Resume Airing Show on ABC Stations

Sinclair and Nexstar have been pre-empting Mr. Kimmel’s show since he returned this week.

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