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    Getting fired won’t stop Carla Hayden
    In her first local interview since she was fired by President Trump as Librarian of Congress, Carla Hayden speaks about the importance of expanding access, not cutting it off.
    Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden speaks during a discussion with historians Doris Kearns Goodwin and Jon Meacham on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022, on how "to establish and preserve the narrative of January 6th." The event marked the first anniversary of the U.S. Capitol insurrection, the violent attack by Trump supporters that has fundamentally changed the Congress and raised global concerns about the future of American democracy.
    Israel attacks Iran’s capital with explosions booming across Tehran
    Israel attacked Iran’s capital early Friday, with explosions booming across Tehran as Israel said it targeted nuclear and military sites.
    Smoke rises after an explosion in Tehran, Iran, Friday, June 13, 2025. Israel attacked Iran's capital early Friday, with explosions booming across Tehran.(AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)
    Kennedy’s new CDC panel includes members who have criticized vaccines and spread misinformation
    U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has named eight new vaccine policy advisers to replace the panel that he abruptly dismissed earlier this week.
    Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., left, and Education Secretary Linda McMahon attend a Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission Event in the East Room of the White House, Thursday, May 22.
    Trump booed and cheered at the Kennedy Center while attending ‘Les Misérables’
    A tuxedo-wearing President Donald Trump arrived at the Kennedy Center on Wednesday night for opening night of the award-winning musical “Les Misérables,” demonstrating his focus on an institution that he’s dedicated to remaking in his image.
    President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrive to view opening night of "Les Miserables," at the Kennedy Center, Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
    Hundreds march in Baltimore protesting national immigration crackdown
    As many as 500 walked through East Baltimore in solidarity with similar protests across the country after stepped-up ICE raids
    Hundreds of protesters march down E. Fayette Street on Wednesday afternoon to signal their increasing distress over an intense immigration crackdown that has sparked protest and unrest across the country.
    Veterans are divided over the Army’s big parade on Trump’s birthday
    Until recently, the Army’s long-planned birthday celebration did not include a big parade. Added under the Trump administration, the event has divided veterans.
    James McDonough wears a 173rd Airborne Brigade hat while posing for a portrait, Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in Crofton, Md. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)
    Will visa delays and border fears keep fans away from the Club World Cup in the US?
    The United States will see the arrival of 32 professional club teams from around the globe to 11 cities for the tournament.
    Fans fill the Rose Bowl as Chelsea plays Liverpool FC in an International Champions Cup soccer match , July 27, 2016, in Pasadena, Calif.
    Citing trade wars, the World Bank sharply downgrades global economic growth forecast to 2.3%
    America’s economic prospects have been clouded by Trump’s erratic and aggressive trade policies, including 10% taxes — tariffs — on imports from almost every country in the world.
    The World Bank building, Monday, April 5, 2021, in Washington. The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank open their virtual spring meeting today.
    Trump sends Marines to Los Angeles amid immigration protests
    Another 2,000 National Guard troops along with 700 Marines are headed to Los Angeles on orders from President Donald Trump.
    A protester taunts a line of California National Guard protecting a federal building in downtown Los Angeles on Monday, June 9, 2025.
    Maryland leads lawsuit against Trump administration over gun triggers deal
    The suit announced Monday argues that returning the triggers would violate federal law, pose a threat to residents and worsen gun violence.
    Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown addresses legal measures taken by the his office related to federal funding and the integrity of the federal payment system in regards to actions taken by the Trump administration.
    NIH scientists publish declaration criticizing Trump’s deep cuts in public health research
    On Monday, scores of scientists at the agency sent a letter challenging the Trump administration’s cuts in public health research.
    Jenna Norton, a researcher at the NIH, in a gray jacket and black shirt.
    Democratic states double down on laws resisting Trump’s immigration crackdown
    In California alone, more than a dozen pro-immigrant bills passed either the Assembly or Senate this week.
    A person holds up a sign during a news conference and rally by immigrant justice organizations and advocates protesting ICE arrests in San Francisco
    After a lifetime in libraries, Carla Hayden was fired by Trump in two sentences
    Hayden’s firing comes as libraries and archives are under siege nationwide by the Trump administration and factions of the Republican Party.
    Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden was fired abruptly by Trump.
    Labubus are invading Maryland. What to know about the cute, creepy little monsters.
    Labubus, a plush toy by the Chinese collectible company Pop Mart, have started popping up everywhere. Here’s what’s behind the craze.
    Labubus, a plush toy by the Chinese collectible company Pop Mart, have grown in popularity since their launch in 2019.
    After skipping Preakness, Sovereignty adds Belmont to Kentucky Derby triumph
    Sovereignty led off the first leg of the Triple Crown by winning the Derby in early May. The Bill Mott-trained colt also edged Journalism in that race.
    Jockey Junior Alvarado points to the sky after riding Sovereignty to victory Saturday in the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga.
    McDonald’s is bringing back a fan favorite next month that was discontinued years ago
    If McDonald’s ever doubted it needed to bring back the Snack Wrap, consider this: Nine years after the fast-food powerhouse discontinued the item in the U.S., customers have continued to order it at drive-thrus.
    FILE - The McDonald's restaurant logo and golden arch is lit up, April 20, 2006, in Chicago. On Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, a federal judge in New York dismissed a lawsuit that accused McDonald’s and Wendy’s of misleading consumers with ads that show bigger, juicier burgers than their restaurants actually serve. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)
    As World Pride flows straight into the military parade, DC officials say they’re ready for anything
    June 7 and 8 brings the peak of the two-week World Pride celebration with two days of mass gatherings — a parade on Saturday and a rally and protest March Sunday.
    People march during the World Pride Parade, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)
    Supreme Court allows DOGE team to access Social Security systems with data on millions of Americans
    The Supreme Court handed the Trump administration two victories Friday in cases involving the Department of Government Efficiency.
    The Social Security Administration holds sensitive data on nearly everyone in the country, including school records, salary details and medical information.
    Coco Gauff wins the French Open capturing her 2nd major title
    Coco Gauff won the French Open defeating top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka.
    Coco Gauff of the U.S. reacts as she plays against Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus during their final match of the French Tennis Open at the Roland-Garros stadium in Paris, Saturday, June 7, 2025. (AP Photo/Aurelien Morissard)
    Trump and Musk’s relationship flames out just as intensely and publicly as it started
    President Donald Trump is threatening to cut Elon Musk’s government contracts as their fractured alliance rapidly escalated into a public feud.
    WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 11: U.S. President Donald Trump and White House Senior Advisor, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk depart after looking at Tesla vehicles on the South Lawn of the White House on March 11, 2025 in Washington, DC. Trump spoke out against calls for a boycott of Elon Musk's companies and said he would purchase a Tesla vehicle in what he calls a 'show of confidence and support' for Elon Musk.
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