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‘Always a possibility of change’: incarcerated teens seek justice as adults

Harsh sentencing in the US has led to many economically deprived young men receiving hard-to-contest life sentences but in new documentary Since I Been Down, hope awaits

The Guardian - US

Cuba says it won’t attend Summit of the Americas in LA after Biden administration snub

WASHINGTON — The president of Cuba announced Wednesday that his country will not attend next month’s Summit of the Americas, a major conference to take place in Los Angeles, after the U.S. refused to extend a proper invitation.

Los Angeles Times

New Zealand’s Ardern urges US to return to regional trade pact

Remarks are latest signal by an Asia-Pacific leader that US President Biden’s engagement with region is falling short.

Al Jazeera

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GOP Rep. Jim Jordan says Jan. 6 panel’s subpoena violates Constitution

WASHINGTON — Republican Rep. Jim Jordan swatted back his subpoena from the House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol — demanding the panel first turn over information to him.

Tribune News Service

After months of optimism, prospects for Iran nuclear deal 'tenuous' at best, US says

WASHINGTON — It's only been a couple of months since U.S. and European officials said a renewal of the Iran nuclear deal was "imminent."

Los Angeles Times

‘Words simply fail’: McConnell offers solace, avoids solutions after Texas shooting

WASHINGTON — Mitch McConnell recounted the still emerging details of how the horror transpired. He solemnly described the characteristics of the 10-year-old victims. And he invoked a Bible verse to offer comfort to the brokenhearted families.

McClatchy Washington Bureau

US engages a Lebanese general for help freeing Austin Tice in Syria

WASHINGTON — Biden administration officials have asked a Lebanese general for help securing the freedom of Austin Tice, a journalist missing in Syria since 2012, as well as five other Americans held in the Middle East, U.S. officials said on Wednesday.

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Dodgers shut out for first time this season, lose to Nationals

WASHINGTON — Mookie Betts got most of the day off Wednesday. The Dodgers’ offense took the whole day.

The Orange County Register

‘Enough!’ Biden, decrying mass shootings and excessive force, signs executive order on policing

WASHINGTON — President Biden on Wednesday marked the second anniversary of George Floyd’s murder by a Minneapolis police officer by signing an executive order aimed at reforming policing at the federal level.

Los Angeles Times

Buttigieg, Canadian official discuss lessons from Ambassador Bridge shutdown

WASHINGTON — U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Canadian Transport Minister Omar Alghabra discussed February's seven-day blockage of the Ambassador Bridge during a supply chain meeting Tuesday in Washington, Alghabra said.

Tribune News Service

FDA acknowledges slow response, 'suboptimal' decisions leading up to infant formula shortage

WASHINGTON — Sluggish response and questionable decisions by the Food and Drug Administration exacerbated the nation's infant formula shortage, agency officials told lawmakers at a congressional hearing on Wednesday.

Los Angeles Times

As Washington ramps up efforts to bring India on board with sanctions against Russia, U.S. treasury official on visit to Mumbai and Delhi

U.S. Assistant Secretary to discuss Russian oil purchases by India, rupee-rouble trade mechanism

The Hindu

'Right is right': Dodgers manager Dave Roberts calls for action after Texas shooting

WASHINGTON — Dave Roberts looked at the flag in the left field, flapping at half-staff. He looked at the red, white and blue stadium around him, the one situated just a mile south of the U.S. Capitol building.

Los Angeles Times

Juan Soto trade rumors have begun. Where do the Dodgers fit?

LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers rolled into Washington this week with one of the best records in the major leagues, a loaded roster, and championship aspirations. The Washington Nationals, less than three years removed from knocking out the Dodgers on their way to winning the World Series, have none of…

Los Angeles Times

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US official defends Iran deal but says return ‘tenuous at best’

US envoy for Iran tells lawmakers if Iran wants IRGC ‘terror’ label removed, it must offer non-nuclear concessions.

Tribune News Service

Senate Republicans still want vote on border expulsion policy

WASHINGTON — Pandemic border restrictions under the public health directive known as Title 42 are staying in place for now, but Republican lawmakers said they don’t plan to let up pressure on the Biden administration and congressional Democrats over the policy.

Tribune News Service

Senate Democrats plan votes on background checks for gun buys

WASHINGTON — Spurred by the deadliest school shooting in nearly a decade, Senate Democrats made plans to hold votes next month on House-passed measures to expand criminal background checks prior to gun purchases.

Tribune News Service

These are the Trump-aligned election deniers winning key state primaries

WASHINGTON — Several candidates who back former President Donald Trump’s false claims of widespread election fraud won Republican primaries for governor, senator and attorney general Tuesday. They join other election deniers who have won nominations in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Michigan.

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Arcimoto Accepts Vehicle Reservations From Hawaii

Arcimoto Inc (NASDAQ:FUV) said it has started to accept vehicle reservations from customers in Hawaii. With the move, Hawaii has become the seventh state in Arcimoto's nationwide expansion plan. Arcimoto plans to open its first experience center in Waikiki in August, enabling customers to test drive and rent vehicles. First Hawaii vehicle deliveries are…

Tribune News Service

Biden to sign policing order on anniversary of George Floyd’s death

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden plans to sign an executive order Wednesday afternoon aimed at putting new limits on federal law enforcement, to mark the second anniversary of George Floyd’s killing by a Minneapolis Police officer.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Prospects for Reviving Iran Nuclear Deal ‘Tenuous’ at Best, Says US

The chances of reviving the 2015 Iran nuclear deal are shaky at best and Washington is ready to tighten sanctions on Tehran and respond to "any Iranian escalation" with Israel and others if the pact cannot be saved, a senior US official said on Wednesday. "We do not have a…

Asharq Al-Awsat

US Says it Imposes Sanctions on Moscow-Backed Iranian Oil Smuggling Network

The United States on Wednesday imposed sanctions on what it described as a Russian-backed oil smuggling and money laundering network for Iran's Revolutionary Guards Quds Force, even as Washington tries to revive the Iran nuclear deal. The US Treasury Department said the network was led by current and former Quds…

The Independent UK

Lebanese general renews mediation over missing US journalist

The head of a mission that assists hostages says a Lebanese security chief has met U.S. officials in Washington as part of mediation between Washington and Damascus for the release of an American journalist missing in Syria

Tribune News Service

Hawley calls for more troops in Asia as Biden says US would defend Taiwan with military force

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Monday indicated the United States would use military force to defend Taiwan against an attack from China, breaking from decades of “strategic ambiguity” where leaders have been intentionally vague about how the U.S. would react if China attempts to reclaim the island.

Reuters

Prospects for reviving Iran nuclear deal 'tenuous' at best -U.S

The chances of reviving the 2015 Iran nuclear deal are shaky at best and Washington is ready to tighten sanctions on Tehran and respond to "any Iranian escalation" with Israel and other allies if the pact cannot be saved, the United States' Iran envoy said on Wednesday.

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