Pete Hegseth, Trump’s Defense pick, says allowing gay troops to serve openly reflects a Marxist agenda
Biden announces clemency for around 1,500 people – including pardons for 39 convicted of non-violent crimes
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Civic engagement nonprofits say democracy needs support in between big elections. Do funders agree? Associated Press
EU countries double down on a halt to Syrian asylum claims but will not yet send people back Associated Press
