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The content was flooding far-right message boards and social media platforms. Phrases including "civil war" and "lock and load" trended on several of them.
Tim Kaine criticizes Trump, GOP's "violent" rhetoric after Mar-a-Lago search
On "The Takeout" podcast this week, Kaine also offered his analysis of Trump's reaction to the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago.
DOJ moves to unseal search warrant used to seize docs from Trump's home
Attorney General Merrick Garland revealed he "personally approved" the extraordinary decision to seek the warrant.
Trump team mulls releasing Mar-a-Lago warrant, inventory, video, photos
The Justice Department asked a judge to unseal the search warrant and inventory, but Trump lawyers are considering releasing material prior to a ruling.
Mark Esper has government-provided "protection 24/7" because of Iran threats
Esper's revelation came soon after the Justice Department charged an Iranian national for plotting the murder of former national security adviser John Bolton.
Cuomo says New York state should pay his legal bills in sexual harassment case
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo wants taxpayers to foot his legal bills to defend himself against a sexual harassment claim brought by one of his state trooper bodyguards.
Vermont poised to send woman to Congress for first time
Becca Balint, who won the Democratic nomination this week, will also be the first openly gay person elected to represent Vermont in Congress if she wins in November.
Feds consider cracking down on tech firms' data collection
Fitness trackers, "smart" appliances and viral videos all have the potential to compromise your privacy, FTC says.
Afghan families start U.S. resettlement process at repurposed conference center
The National Conference Center in northern Virginia is currently housing 657 Afghan evacuees selected for U.S. resettlement, including 216 children, according to DHS data.
Jobless claims rise to new 8-month high
The number of Americans who signed up for unemployment benefits rose last week to 262,000 — the highest since November.
New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated
While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.
"I feel it when I'm out and about": Dems energized by recent wins
The Senate last week passed long-awaited climate and health care legislation, which now goes to the House for a vote.
IRS could soon increase audits. Should taxpayers be worried?
Inflation Reduction Act's $80 billion in IRS funding would come as the risk of getting audited is at a decade-long low.
Kia-what? Kia-where? Biden returns to quiet Kiawah Island for vacation
Biden has visited South Carolina's Kiawah Island for years. He can "enjoy a certain amount of insulation without being totally insulated," said Biden political confidant Dick Harpootlian.
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