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Supreme Court allows Hawaii climate change lawsuits against energy companies
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Biden administration proposes new restrictions on AI chip exports
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 12, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, FEMA administrator Deanne Criswell and Rep. Judy Chu of California join Margaret Brennan.
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