As the U.S. military carried out a strike on what it said was a suspected drug vessel in the Caribbean, a Notre Dame Law expert warned against such action.
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Washington Roundup: USCCB greets ‘first phase’ of Gaza deal; shutdown continues; and more
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonIsrael’s government ratified what the White House called the “first phase” of a ceasefire deal, as President Donald Trump indicated he planned to visit the region.
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At annual conference, migration advocates consider policy challenges for their cause
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonWhile current immigration enforcement policy presents new challenges, it is not necessarily without precedent in the U.S.
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Uncertainty grows for food assistance programs amid government shutdown
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonFederal food assistance programs used by millions could be at risk as the federal government shutdown continues, proponents of those programs said.
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Pope Leo tells migration advocates church must not be ‘silent’ on the issue
by Kate Scanlonby Kate Scanlon“We brought in messages from California, from Texas, from Iowa, from New Jersey, from New York, from Florida, communities across the country.”
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Supreme Court begins fall term amid split in public opinion on its work
by Kate Scanlonby Kate Scanlon“The Supreme Court’s docket so far includes many cases that raise interesting, important and tricky legal questions,” said law professor Rick Garnett.
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Pro-life advocates decry Trump FDA approving new generic abortion pill, again
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonA new generic form of mifepristone, a pill commonly used for abortion, has been approved once again under a Trump administration, prompting pro-life outcry.
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Washington Roundup: Trump seeks final TikTok deal; lawmakers scrutinize turmoil at CDC
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonA new study issued Sept. 16 by the Cato Institute found U.S. citizens were behind the vast majority of U.S. drug trafficking convictions.
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Trump administration officials suggest they will target ‘left-wing extremism’ after Kirk killing
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonAfter his death, Kirk received praise from his allies in conservative politics for his willingness to debate and his advocacy for their cause.
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Washington Roundup: Officials call for calm in US; lawmakers react to Russian drones; and more
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonWASHINGTON (OSV News) — Officials are urging calm and increased dialogue after the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk Sept. 10 during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, …