The Morning Dispatch

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Labeling the Third-Party Movement

No Labels seeks to do what no third-party White House bid in recent memory has achieved—win.

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U.S. Steps Up Offensive Against Iranian Proxies

Will the Biden administration’s latest actions be enough to deter attacks on U.S. troops and treasure?

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Checking in on the U.S. Housing Market

Despite improving economic numbers generally, high mortgage rates and high prices are leading to supply problems.

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Another National Security Crackdown in Hong Kong

Beijing solidifies its grip on the special administrative region.

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Civil War Continues in Sudan

Peace remains a long way off as fighting in Sudan nears its 10th month.

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Iran-Backed Forces Kill Three U.S. Soldiers

After the tragedy in Jordan, Biden considers his options.

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Biden Pauses New Liquefied Natural Gas Exports

Does the move represent a landmark climate policy or an election-year gamble?

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‘Changing Politics’ Threaten Senate Immigration Deal

A bipartisan border security package in the upper chamber teeters on the brink.

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Biden’s War Powers Called Into Question

Analyzing the legal authority underpinning the Biden administration’s recent strikes in the Middle East.

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Team Trump’s Second Win

Despite high turnout from independent voters, the former president won the New Hampshire primary.

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Ecuador’s State of Emergency

The South American nation wages war against the violent gangs wreaking havoc across the country.

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Republican Presidential Primary Down to Two

Ron DeSantis suspends his campaign just two days before voters in New Hampshire go to the polls.

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Congress Avoids a Shutdown … For Now

The House and Senate pass another laddered continuing resolution to fund the government until early March.

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School Absenteeism Isn’t Going Anywhere

After skyrocketing during the pandemic, absence levels still haven’t returned to normal.

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Congress Moves to Expand the Child Tax Credit

The bipartisan sponsors hope to pass the measure before tax season.

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Trump Wins Iowa, as Expected

Trump cruises to victory as his two remaining opponents try to claim momentum.

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