Justice Dept. Objects to Releasing Affidavit Used to Search Trump’s Home

Prosecutors say its release would compromise the investigation into Donald J. Trump’s handling of secret documents after he left office. Now a judge must decide.

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U.S. Will Not Release $3.5 Billion in Frozen Afghan Funds, Citing Terror Fears

An American official said the United States could not guarantee that the money would not fall into terrorist hands, so it has ruled out releasing it anytime soon.

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In Alaska, Sarah Palin’s Political Comeback Stirs Debate Among Voters

As Ms. Palin seeks the state’s lone House seat in elections on Tuesday, voters appeared torn on whether she remained committed to them or had abandoned them for national fame.

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What Is the Espionage Act and How Has It Been Used?

The Espionage Act is a World War I-era law covering the handling of sensitive information.

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Surviving Relatives of U.S. Drone Strike Victims Remain Stranded in Afghanistan

Nearly a year after the strike that killed 10 civilians, more than 30 people the Biden administration pledged to help resettle in the U.S. are still trying to leave the country.

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Eric Herschmann, Lawyer in Trump White House, Is Subpoenaed

Mr. Herschmann had access to high-level discussions about the plans to overturn the 2020 election and activities in the lead-up to Jan. 6.

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Ron DeSantis and Republicans’ Mar-a-Lago Playbook

The Florida governor has played his hand carefully as he weighs a 2024 bid, rarely crossing Donald Trump overtly. But the former president’s legal troubles could force him to take a side.

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Pennsylvania Man Charged With Threatening F.B.I. After Mar-a-Lago Search

Prosecutors say the man posted violent threats on Gab, a social media app popular with the far right.

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Pennsylvania Man Charged With Threatening F.B.I. After Mar-a-Lago Search

Prosecutors say the man posted violent threats on Gab, a social media app popular with the far right.

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Senate G.O.P. Campaign Arm Slashes TV Ad Buys in Three States

In a sign that fund-raising trouble is taking a serious toll, a key political committee cancels ad plans in Arizona, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

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