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Sep 2023
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USA TODAY Justice Department Correspondent Bart Jansen breaks down the harshest penalty yet for Jan. 6.

A federal court strikes down Alabama congressional maps in a showdown over Black voting power.

Dozens have been indicted in Georgia on charges connected to the 'Stop Cop City' movement.

Tropical Storm Lee could be the next major hurricane.

USA TODAY Money Reporter Medora Lee discusses the conversation on national rent control.


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