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FBI arrests businessman linked to impeachment of Texas AG Ken Paxton

Nate Paul's arrest followed a yearslong federal investigation into the Austin real estate developer — a probe that Paxton involved his office in.
Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, speaks during the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Dallas, Texas on Aug. 5, 2022.
Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, speaks during the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Dallas, Texas on Aug. 5, 2022.

Trump indictment highlights: Former president faces seven charges in classified docs probe

Trump was indicted by a federal grand jury investigating his handling of classified documents, two sources told NBC News. He has been indicted on seven charges, his lawyer said.
Former President Donald Trump boards his airplane, known as "Trump Force One," after speaking at a campaign event, at the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport on April 27, 2023, in Manchester, N.H.
Former President Donald Trump boards his airplane, known as "Trump Force One," after speaking at a campaign event, at the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport on April 27, 2023, in Manchester, N.H.

Trump indicted on 7 charges in classified docs probe

The former president made the announcement on his social media platform Thursday night.
President Donald Trump walks to Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House on September 29, 2020 in Washington, DC. President Trump will square off with Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden in tonight's debate in Cleveland, Ohio.
President Donald Trump walks to Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House on September 29, 2020 in Washington, DC. President Trump will square off with Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden in tonight's debate in Cleveland, Ohio.

Who is Jack Smith, special counsel in the Trump indictment?

Smith investigated war crimes and previously was a federal prosecutor.
American Prosecutor Jack Smith presides during the presentation of the Kosovar former president Hashim Thaci for the first time before a war crimes court in The Hague on Nov. 9, 2020.
American Prosecutor Jack Smith presides during the presentation of the Kosovar former president Hashim Thaci for the first time before a war crimes court in The Hague on Nov. 9, 2020.
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Pence dodges Trump indictment question at campaign event

After former Vice President Mike Pence launched his presidential campaign, NBC’s Jonathan Allen asked him if he thought Trump should end his campaign if indicted.
Pence dodges Trump indictment question at campaign event
Pence dodges Trump indictment question at campaign event
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Biden names deputy transportation secretary as new acting FAA chief

Polly Trottenberg will be replacing acting FAA administrator Billy Nolen, who announced his plans to resign in April.
Polly Trottenberg at West Side Yard gate in New York
Polly Trottenberg at West Side Yard gate in New York

Korean American judicial nominee shares her adoption and immigration journey with Senate committee

If confirmed, Susan Kim DeClercq would be the first federal judge of East Asian heritage in Michigan, according to the White House.
The U.S. Capitol in the early morning hours in Washington, on Oct. 2, 2020.
The U.S. Capitol in the early morning hours in Washington, on Oct. 2, 2020.

Golf's PGA Tour and LIV merger is the latest power play by Saudi Arabia

The Saudi government's multibillion-dollar sovereign wealth fund is turning to a worldwide pastime, but will the gambit pay off?
Adam Scott of Australia plays his shot during the PGA Championship on May 18, 2023 in Rochester, N.Y.
Adam Scott of Australia plays his shot during the PGA Championship on May 18, 2023 in Rochester, N.Y.

Lawyer for witness in Trump docs probe alleges prosecutorial misconduct

In a letter filed under seal, the lawyer for Trump’s butler and body man alleged that a top DOJ official brought up his application for a judgeship in D.C. at a meeting in October.
Former President Donald Trump at Mar-a-lago in Palm Beach, Fla., Nov. 8, 2022.
Former President Donald Trump at Mar-a-lago in Palm Beach, Fla., Nov. 8, 2022.

Surprise Supreme Court win for Black voters could give Democrats an electoral boost

How Alabama's Black Belt gives the Voting Rights Act — and Democrats in Washington — a lifeline.
Black Voters Matter Group Gathers In Selma For March To Montgomery
Black Voters Matter Group Gathers In Selma For March To Montgomery

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Ron DeSantis’ top aide organized government staff to solicit campaign cash from lobbyists

An official government staffer’s serving as a top fundraiser is highly unorthodox and raises ethical questions, say government watchdogs.
Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a campaign stop in Manchester, N.H.
Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a campaign stop in Manchester, N.H.

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