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Many Fighting Climate Change Worry They Are Losing the Information War

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Shifting politics, intensive lobbying and surging disinformation online have undermined international efforts to respond to the threat.

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Supreme Court to Hear Copyright Battle Over Online Music Piracy

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At issue is whether internet providers can be held liable for repeated copyright infringements of users, with potentially billions of dollars on the line.

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With Judge’s Ruling, a New Tool for Charging Crime in D.C.

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The U.S. attorney’s office says it may use local grand juries for serious federal crime in Washington “when appropriate” after a judge signed off on the unusual procedure.

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Despite Supreme Court Wins, Elite D.O.J. Unit Has Seen Mass Turnover

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Even with an exodus of lawyers, the Office of the Solicitor General has had remarkable success. But fiery rhetoric and close White House ties have raised concerns.

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This Is the Story of How the Democrats Blew It on Gaza

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It may be tempting to memory hole what happened in Gaza. That would only compound the mistake of ignoring, or rationalizing, an intolerable reality.

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In Georgia, the Fight Over 2020 Election Results Looms Over 2026 Midterms

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The Justice Department is trying to access ballots cast in 2020, while several officials who were involved in the fight over the election outcome are seeking higher office.

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Lawmakers Suggest Follow-Up Boat Strike Could Be a War Crime

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Top Republicans have joined Democrats in demanding answers about the escalating military campaign the Trump administration says is aimed at targeting drug traffickers.

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