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Getting oil from Venezuela is more complicated than people think
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It's been said that the Trump administration's actions in Venezuela were about oil. Whether that's true or not, it is accurate to say that there is a lot of oil in Venezuela.

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Walz’ exit is right move as Trump administration seeks to reform child, family care, Adams says
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Walz’ exit is right move as Trump administration seeks to reform child, family care, Adams says

The exit of Tim Walz from the Minnesota governor’s race – the former vice-presidential candidate was seeking a third term – could turn out to be a late Christmas present for the state’s conservatives.

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On-duty law enforcement deaths dropped by 25% in 2025 compared with 2024 totals, according to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

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