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Trump: Photo underscores need for immigration laws

Democrats say they hope the photo would compel Trump to reconsider his hard-line immigration policies.

World Border drowning underlines peril facing many migrants
The photograph of the sad discovery of their bodies, captured by journalist Julia Le Duc and published by Mexican newspaper La Jornada, highlights the perils faced by mostly Central American migrants fleeing violence and poverty and hoping for asylum in the United States.
Nation Trump revives unsubstantiated attacks on Mueller
The comments were in response to the news that Mueller would testify before the House Judiciary and Intelligence committees on July 17.
Nation Senate OKs bipartisan bill to care for migrants
WASHINGTON — The GOP-held Senate on Wednesday passed a bipartisan $4.6 billion measure to deliver aid to the southern border ...
Newsday recommends 20 for 2020: What to know about the Democratic candidates
Read quick snapshots of the Democratic and Republican presidential candidates who have announced so far.
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Politics 1600: Democrats agree America's not doing so great
The first 10 contenders at the first Democratic presidential debate sought to stand out by contrasting their visions with Donald Trump's policies and leadership style.
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Nation 10 quotes that stood out during the debate
Here are 10 quotes that stood out — one from each candidate onstage.
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Nation 10 Democrats clash over health insurance, economy
Presidential candidates railed against the national economy and Republican administration in the first Democratic debate.
Newsday recommends 6 key excerpts from the Mueller report
Here are a half-dozen noteworthy excerpts from special counsel Robert Mueller's report.
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Dan Janison Janison: The many meanings of a Mueller spectacle
When the special counsel testifies, House members may see it not as a book talk but an opportunity for a political rally in Q&A format.
Soccer Rapinoe says she's 'not going to the White House'
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump called out U.S. women’s national team co-captain Megan Rapinoe after a months-old video was posted ...
Business Wayfair workers protest sale to migrant detention center
More than 500 employees signed a protest letter to executives when they found out about the contract.
Nation 10 things to know for today
Your daily look at late breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today: 1. MUELLER ...