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Can I get cash for a delayed flight? White House pushes new rule.  Vox.com

Trump’s Lawyer Makes Closing Arguments in Rape Trial  The New York Times Trump claims in deposition he can’t recall affair with Marla Maples  The Washington Post Trump rejects last chance to testify at New York civil trial  POLITICO

A union of government employees has sued Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and President Joe Biden to try to stop them from complying with the law that limits the government’s total debt, which the lawsuit contends is unconstitutional.

A legal challenge to fishing-industry regulation was taken up by the high court last week, in a review that legal experts say could have far-reaching implications for how regulatory agencies operate.

George Alvarez, 34, faces eight counts of manslaughter and 10 counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Eight people died and 10 others were injured after he drove into a bus stop. (Image credit: Moises Avila/AFP via Getty Images)

White House issues veto threat for Republican border security bill  Yahoo! Voices

Artificial intelligence tools are making waves in almost every aspect of life, and astronomy is no different. An astronomer explains the history and future of AI in understanding the universe.

Texas House panel advances “raise the age” bill for semi-automatic guns  The Texas Tribune Uvalde families call for gun reform after Texas mall shooting  NBC News In surprise move, Texas lawmakers advance assault weapons bill  Yahoo News In surprise vote, Texas House committee

Biden, McCarthy aim to break US debt-ceiling standoff as default crisis looms  Reuters Biden, McCarthy Head Into Showdown as Debt Limit Crisis Nears  Yahoo Finance McCarthy’s dangerous debt ceiling game  MSNBC Opinion | Why Biden Should Not Negotiate With Kevin McCarthy on the