The Morning Dispatch

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Ticketmaster Faces the Music

Senators accused the ticket giant and its owner, Live Nation, of monopolistic practices.

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So Long, Ron Klain

Biden prepares to navigate the remainder of his term and a reelection campaign without his longtime aide.

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Breaking the ‘Paper Ceiling’

In a tight labor market, many U.S. employers are dropping four-year college degree requirements.

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The Tank Debate Rolls On

Germany continues to hold up transfers of Western-made battle tanks to Ukraine.

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China’s Looming Demographic Crisis

Beijing reported population decline for the first time in decades—the long-term economic impact could prove painful.

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Understanding the Debt Ceiling Debate

Lawmakers gear up for yet another fight over raising the debt limit.

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DOJ Appoints Another Special Counsel

Former prosecutor Robert Hur will head the investigation into Biden’s classified documents case.

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MLK on the Emancipation Proclamation

“All Americans must enlist in a crusade finally to make the race question an ugly relic of a dark past.”

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The End of Non-Compete Agreements?

A proposed rule by the FTC would prevent employers from using non-compete clauses.

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Bolsonaro Supporters Wreak Havoc on Brasília

Brazilian authorities are investigating recent riots aimed at restoring the former president to power.

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Dueling Documents Cases

The discovery of the sensitive Obama-era documents in Joe Biden’s private office could complicate efforts to indict his predecessor.

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Understanding Biden’s Big Immigration Plan

The administration seeks to bring order to the chaotic influx of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border.

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The House Speaker Battle’s Dramatic Conclusion

After 15 ballots and multiple rumored concessions, Kevin McCarthy wins the speakership.

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An Orthodox Christmas Truce in Ukraine?

Ukrainian and Western officials doubt the sincerity of Putin’s declaration of a temporary ceasefire.

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Weight-Loss Researchers Make a Breakthrough

Plus: After six rounds of voting in the House, the speakership remains in limbo.

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The House Speaker Soap Opera Grinds On

Three votes in, GOP Rep. Kevin McCarthy doesn't have the votes—nor does anybody else.

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