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  • The Note: Amid separation policy controversy, Trump revs up partisan attacks

    This is a tense, angry, loud, and messy moment in politics.

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  • Maryland governor's race highlights strategic split for Democrats

    Ben Jealous and Rushern Baker are vying to unseat a popular GOP incumbent.

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• Jun 25

  • Homeland Security says it has 'well-established' plan to reunite immigrant families

    There were 2,053 separated minors in the government’s care as of June 20.

    Jun 25

• Jun 25

  • Increasing threats to Homeland Security include burned animal left on staffer's porch

    DHS said in a letter to employees that threats against staffers are increasing.

    Jun 25

• Jun 24

  • Alec Baldwin to Melania Trump: 'Come over to the light'

    'Come over to the light. We will welcome you as a hero,' Alec Baldwin tweets.

    Jun 24

• Jun 24

  • Pruitt staff had relationship with lobbyist tied to 'sweetheart' deal, emails show

    The EPA chief's staff had a relationship with a lobbyist tied to a condo deal.

    Jun 24

• Jun 24

  • Trump says undocumented immigrants should 'immediately' return without due process

    Trump calls American immigration system a "mockery."

    Jun 24

• Jun 24

  • No one answering ‘hard questions’ on how many immigrants to let in: Former Trump aide

    A former Trump adviser said no one wants to take on hard questions about immigra

    Jun 24

• Jun 24

  • Refugees from Central America have 'legal right' to apply for asylum: Advocate

    A human rights leader says the U.S. needs to address trauma on southern border.

    Jun 24

• Jun 24

  • Trump using cruel policies to 'gin up' base, it 'seems to be working': Democrat

    Democratic congressman said Trump's using cruel immigration policy for politics.

    Jun 24

• Jun 24

  • Huckabee tweets apparent gang photo he says is Nancy Pelosi's 'campaign committee'

    The image shows tattooed men using what appears to be MS-13 gang signs.

    Jun 24

• Jun 24

  • Trump has redefined the Republican Party, 'unfortunately': GOP senator

    GOP Sen. Jeff Flake is a Trump critic.

    Jun 24

• Jun 24

  • 'This Week' Transcript 6-24-18: Tom Bossert, Sen. Jeff Flake, and Rep. Luis Gutiérrz

    This is a rush transcript for 'This Week' on June 24, 2018

    Jun 24

• Jun 24

  • Trump administration's 'secret shutdown' of program targeted Latinos: Lawsuit

    The Central American Minors program was shut down five days into Trump's term.

    Jun 24

• Jun 24

  • Intra-party squabbles color Tuesday's slate of primaries

    Colorado, Maryland, Mississippi, New York, South Carolina and Utah vote Tuesday.

    Jun 24

• Jun 23

  • Sarah Sanders says she was told to leave restaurant because she works for Trump

    The White House press secretary said she was told to leave a Virginia eatery.

    Jun 23

• Jun 23

  • Pro-Trump congressional nominee Katie Arrington seriously injured in car crash

    Katie Arrington and an aide were seriously injured in the crash Friday night.

    Jun 23

• Jun 23

  • Trump says Obama kept migrants 'wrapped in foil' in cages: 'We do a much better job'

    The president quoted a Drudge Report article.

    Jun 23

• Jun 23

  • Sunday on 'This Week’: Tom Bossert, Sen. Jeff Flake and Rep. Luis Gutiérrez

    This Sunday, George Stephanopoulos speaks with ABC News Contributor and former Trump Homeland Security Adviser Tom Bossert, Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz.,...

    Jun 23

• Jun 23

  • Veteran-turned-congressional candidate draws attention for personal campaign ad

    The ad is garnering attention for its candid presentation of sensitive issues.

    Jun 23

• Jun 23

  • 'It’s not only happening at the border': Immigrant families seek help on Capitol Hill

    Immigrant families go to Capitol Hill for help getting loved ones released.

    Jun 23

• Jun 22

  • Trump cites out-of-context immigrant crime statistics in honoring 'angel families'

    The families thanked Trump for bringing attention to their plight.

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Migrant mistruths and more: FACT CHECK FRIDAY

    The week was dominated by false claims involving the immigration crisis.

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Obama poised to ‘hit the campaign trail’ again: Ben Rhodes looks back and ahead

    Ben Rhodes believes that Obama will speak up more in the fall.

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • US Navy preparing to house 25,000 migrants at remote facilities: Memo

    A spokesman said the Defense Department is "conducting prudent planning."

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Trump: Media ignores victims of undocumented immigrant crime

    Trump calls for border security, emphasizes victims "permanently" separated from families by the crimes of immigrants.

    Jun 22

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• Jun 22

  • Photographer of crying immigrant girl picture defends against WH's criticism

    The White House accused Democrats, media of exploiting of the photo.

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Trump's conflicting rhetoric on border separations muddles immigration debate

    Trump tells Republican lawmakers: "stop wasting your time" on immigration.

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Senate investigators seeks detail about Roger Stone’s 2016 Russia contact

    Senate investigators are seeking details about Roger Stone’s 2016 Russia contact

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Alone with walls of 'Bagel' and 'Biscuit,' Paul Manafort ponders his defense

    Alone with walls of 'Bagel' and 'Biscuit,' Paul Manafort ponders his defense

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Trump meets with families of victims killed by undocumented immigrants

    The president appeared alongside 'angel families' Friday afternoon.

    Jun 22

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• Jun 22

  • House passes comprehensive bill to combat growing opioid epidemic

    The Senate is working on a companion package that could get vote this summer.

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Reality Winner, accused of leak on Russian election hacking, to plead guilty

    The young former intelligence specialist is accused of leaking to The Intercept.

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Supreme Court rules that police generally need a warrant to access cell phone data

    The Supreme Court ruled that police need a search warrant to review cell phone records that include data like a user's location.

    Jun 22

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• Jun 22

  • Watchdog group questions whether Pruitt is using private email to conduct business

    The Sierra Club wants the EPA to see whether Pruitt used personal email

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Supreme Court rules that police generally need a warrant to access cell phone data

    The Court ruled that cell phone data falls under the Fourth Amendment.

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • The Note: The limits of Trump’s powers made evident

    The president’s own party, even his own family, pushed him into retreat.

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Hundreds of separated migrant families reunited

    Hundreds are being reunited and DHS has stopped referring people to DOJ.

    Jun 22

• Jun 22

  • Colbert on Melania: 'This is one message she did not steal from Michelle Obama'

    Donald Trump said his wife's jacket was a commentary no the media.

    Jun 22

• Jun 21

  • 2018 gubernatorial races could provide 2020 snapshots

    All eyes will be on key 2020 states for trends in the next White House race

    Jun 21

• Jun 21

  • In Senate race showdowns, tough odds for Democrats fuel Republican hopes

    Immigration, tax reform, and the government shutdown loom large in races.

    Jun 21

• Jun 21

  • House rejects conservative immigration bill, delays vote on second measure

    House will now vote next week on a GOP alternative immigration bill.

    Jun 21

• Jun 21

  • WH proposal would disband security details for Pruitt and at other agencies

    The EPA has spent millions on Pruitt's 24/7 security detail.

    Jun 21

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• Jun 21

  • First lady wears jacket to visit border that reads 'I REALLY DON'T CARE, DO U?'

    The first lady's spokesperson responded: "It's just a jacket."

    Jun 21

• Jun 21

  • House races offer Democrats best shot at claiming a chamber in Congress

    The party needs to win 24 seats to make that happen.

    Jun 21

• Jun 21

  • White House calls for merger of Education, Labor Departments

    OMB officials acknowledged the plan "will not be implemented overnight."

    Jun 21

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• Jun 21

  • Children protest family separations on Capitol Hill

    Meanwhile, the Senate doesn't have a clear plan on what to do next.

    Jun 21

• Jun 21

  • Proposed government overhaul would change food inspections, assistance programs

    The move would also rename HHS to 'Dept. of Health and Welfare.'

    Jun 21