The Maine Commission on Governmental Ethics could assess up to $240,000 in fines for the Maine Automotive Right to Repair Committee, but staff are recommending a levy of $50,000.
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‘In the Arena’ podcast Ep. 8: Is hope alive in today’s politics?
“In the Arena” is a podcast for Mainers interested in a deeper understanding of the political issues facing our state, featuring former TV anchor/reporter Pat Callaghan, former Republican state Sen. Phil Harriman and former Democratic Portland mayor Ethan Strimling. This week, on the final episode of “In The Arena,” Pat, Ethan and Phil dive into […]
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On Biden’s 81st birthday, Trump, 77, releases doctor’s note saying he’s in ‘excellent’ health
The letter posted on the former president’s social media platform contained no details to support his claims.
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I am an expert on polls. Here’s why they can’t tell you if Biden beats Trump again – or vice versa
Analysis: History never entirely repeats itself, and President Biden faces problems his predecessors did not.
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Federal court deals blow to Voting Rights Act, ruling that private plaintiffs can’t sue
The 2-1 decision found that only the U.S. attorney general can enforce the section of the Voting Rights Act that requires political maps to include districts where minority populations’ preferred candidates can win elections.
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Appeals court appears inclined to reimpose gag order against Trump in election interference case
Judges asked aggressive questions of both sides while weighing whether to restore an order from a trial judge that barred Trump from inflammatory comments against prosecutors, potential witnesses and court staff.
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Dissent over U.S. policy in Israel-Hamas war stirs rare public protests from federal employees
President Biden and Congress are facing some unusually public challenges over their support for Israel’s offensive against Hamas.
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The Bidens start Thanksgiving early by serving dinner and showing ‘Wonka’ to service members
The president and first lady headed to naval installations in Virginia on Sunday to serve Thanksgiving dinner and meet with military members and families.
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As voters across U.S. continue to back abortion rights, some foes are challenging democratic norms
Some Republican elected officials and anti-abortion activists have responded to losses by challenging election results, refusing to bring state laws into line with voter-backed changes and more.
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Rosalynn Carter, outspoken first lady who championed mental health care, dead at 96
The Carter Center said she died Sunday afternoon after many months of declining health. Her husband, Jimmy, 99, remains in hospice care.