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Sean Lorne

Flags of Chile, Ecuador and Paraguay representing political shifts
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Rightward Wave Hits Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay

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Three conservative moves in Latin America made headlines this week. José Antonio Kast was sworn in as Chilean president, Ecuador announced a US-backed offensive against cartels, and Paraguay approved a defense deal allowing US forces on its soil.
Rep. Kevin Kiley speaking at a podium
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California Congressman Leaves GOP, Still Backs Republicans

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Rep. Kevin Kiley of California announced he is leaving the Republican Party and registering as an independent. He says he will still caucus with House Republicans, a move that tweaks the chamber math but leaves several questions about future votes.
President Trump speaking to Republican lawmakers at a conference
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Trump Boasts Most-Favored-Nation Drug Win

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At a GOP conference in Miami, President Trump touted a Most-Favored-Nation approach to drug pricing, claimed he forced other countries to agree, and urged Congress to codify the change. The pitch mixed trade threats, tall claims, and a sales job aimed at lawmakers.
Courtroom gavel and scales of justice
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How SDNY Revived a Dead Case

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Michael Castillero’s case moved from one federal office that said no to another that said yes. The result reads like a how-to manual for aggressive prosecution. Here is what happened, who is involved, and why it matters.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright speaking on television
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Cheap Gas Promised After Gulf Strikes

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Energy Secretary Chris Wright told Fox News Sunday that reopening Gulf routes and degrading strike capabilities will ease recent price spikes, and he defended refilling the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
Rep. Rick Crawford speaking on Sunday Morning Futures
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Are We Safer After Operation Epic Fury?

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House Intelligence Chairman Rick Crawford warned about Iran-linked networks, urged more Homeland Security funding, and criticized political gamesmanship after a suspected embassy bombing in Oslo. He also noted U.S. weapons makers pledging higher production.
Texas DPS trooper at a traffic stop with a tractor-trailer
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Trooper Stops Trailer, Finds $3.4M in Meth

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A routine traffic stop in Live Oak County turned into a major drug bust. Texas DPS found nearly 2,000 pounds of meth hidden under a trailer floor. The driver faces first degree charges and the investigation continues.
SOUTHCOM released frame from unclassified video showing strike
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US Strike Hits Narco-Terror Cell in Ecuador

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SOUTHCOM says U.S. forces supported Ecuadorian troops in a targeted strike against a narco-terrorist supply complex. The Pentagon released a statement and unclassified video. Here are the facts and the questions the press release did not answer.