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Biden announces new diplomatic ties with two Pacific Island nations

The announcement comes amid the administration's focus on countering China's influence in the region.
Joe Biden, Louis Mapou, Siaosi Sovaleni, Surangel Whipps Jr., Kausea Natano, David Panuelo, Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama, Manasseh Sogavare, James Marape, David Kabua, Fiame Naomi Mata'afa, Edouard Fritch, Mark Brown
Joe Biden, Louis Mapou, Siaosi Sovaleni, Surangel Whipps Jr., Kausea Natano, David Panuelo, Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama, Manasseh Sogavare, James Marape, David Kabua, Fiame Naomi Mata'afa, Edouard Fritch, Mark Brown

Trump breaks with Kevin McCarthy, pushing Republicans to shut down the government

The former president endorses the tactics of far-right GOP members, telling them to force a shutdown unless Democrats give them “EVERYTHING” in negotiations.
President Donald Trump and House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., in Bakersfield, Calif., on Feb. 19, 2020.
President Donald Trump and House Republican leader Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., in Bakersfield, Calif., on Feb. 19, 2020.

California governor signs bills to enhance the state's protections for LGBTQ people

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the measures a day after issuing a controversial veto that was criticized by LGBTQ advocates.
California governor signs bills to enhance the state's protections for LGBTQ people
California governor signs bills to enhance the state's protections for LGBTQ people

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Kyrsten Sinema pitches donors on a 'path to victory' in Arizona by courting Republicans

A two-page document obtained by NBC News maps out a possible independent Senate bid, touting Sinema's record and suggesting she'd win over more Republicans than Democrats.
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema.
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema.

Pete Buttigieg: Biden is joining UAW picket line because he’s ‘deeply pro-worker’

The transportation secretary said on "Meet the Press" that the White House isn't pushing for any specific terms to settle the auto strike, just a "win-win" deal."
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg appears on NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sept. 24, 2023.
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg appears on NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sept. 24, 2023.

Chris Christie rules out running for indicted New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez's seat

“I have no interest in being in the United States Senate,” Christie said in an interview on NBC News' "Meet the Press."
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie appears on NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sept. 24, 2023.
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie appears on NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sept. 24, 2023.

Pay for millions of federal workers is at risk with a looming government shutdown

A shutdown that would halt pay for military families and government workers comes at a particularly precarious time for many households that are already struggling financially.
The moon rises over the Capitol
The moon rises over the Capitol
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Sen. Bob Menendez now has a primary challenger amid mounting calls for his resignation

Rep. Andy Kim, D-N.J., announced that he plans to challenge the senator who was recently indicted on bribery charges.
Sen. Bob Menendez at the Capitol
Sen. Bob Menendez at the Capitol
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Pandemic aid officials who overpaid vulnerable renters are saying, 'We messed up, pay us back'

Unlike emergency unemployment aid, rental relief programs don’t show many signs of fraud. But efforts are underway in at least five states to claw back improperly issued money, sowing confusion among landlords and tenants.
Hand reaches for money inside envelope
Hand reaches for money inside envelope

Only one GOP candidate has completely snubbed Iowa so far: Chris Christie

Christie hasn't set foot in the first caucus state yet, instead going with a New Hampshire-focused strategy that illustrates how different the two states can be.
Chris Christie during a campaign event in Concord, N.H.,
Chris Christie during a campaign event in Concord, N.H.,

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