Congress approves Trump’s $9B cut to public broadcasting and foreign aid

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Congress approves Trump’s $9B cut to public broadcasting and foreign aid

Opponents are concerned about Congress ceding its spending powers to the executive branch.

Trump mired in Epstein controversy as Wall Street Journal reports on 2003 letter

Trump denied writing the letter, calling it “false, malicious, and defamatory.”

Maine Republicans avoid discussing Donald Trump’s handling of Epstein files

The reluctance to discuss the files signals how volatile and politically uncomfortable the matter is for officials at different levels.

See where candidates for Maine governor are getting donations from

More than $2 million has already poured into the Democratic race to replace Gov. Janet Mills in the Blaine House.

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