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Politics
Michael Caputo, HHS Official, Acknowledges Warning Of 'Sedition' And Violence
Michael Caputo, an assistant secretary the Department of Health and Human Services, confirmed that he faulted the Centers for Disease Control and possible unrest after the election.
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Politics
Trump, Biden Commemorate 19th Anniversary Of Sept. 11 Attacks
Both presidential candidates are expected to visit Shanksville, Pa., near one of the crash sites. Biden greeted Vice President Pence at the World Trade Center memorial in New York.
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Politics
Postal Service, Under Political Spotlight, Preps For Surge In Election Mail
President Trump's attacks on mail voting combined with changes by the postmaster general have undermined some confidence in the system — but experts say the Postal Service can handle the job.
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Politics
How The Postal Service Is Gearing Up For Mail-In Voting
Ballots are already being mailed to North Carolina voters ahead of the November election, and other states will join soon. NPR takes a look at how the U.S. Postal Service prepares for the election.
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Politics
Trump Urges Supporters in N.C. To Illegally Vote Twice
In two appearances on Wednesday, the president suggested that people vote by mail and again in person, an illegal act under North Carolina law.
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Health
'We're Risking Our Lives': Front-Line Federal Workers Sue For Hazard Pay
From correctional officers to TSA employees, federal workers say their jobs are made more dangerous by the coronavirus.
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National
Critics Say Changes To USPS May Completely Transform The Post Office
A new postmaster general took command at the U.S. Postal Service in June and is already implementing changes that critics say may convert the post office from a public service to a delivery business.
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Health
As Talks Open On New Coronavirus Aid Bill, Trump To Return To Daily Briefings
President Trump met with GOP congressional leaders, who are pushing for a much smaller relief package than Democrats. Citing TV ratings, Trump said he would resume daily press briefings.
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Politics
GOP Scales Back Convention Plans, Relenting On Virus Restrictions
Attendance will be limited to delegates for most of the convention, a far smaller crowd that President Trump had insisted on. Health and safety protocols will also be in place.
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National
Federal Law Enforcement Agencies To Protect Statues And Monuments This July 4th
Federal law enforcement agencies have taken on a new responsibility — they will be guarding federal properties, including statues and monuments, during this Fourth of July weekend.