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White House Response To Shooting, Shooter Investigation, King Charles State Visit
President Trump called for unity after shots were fired at the White House Correspondents Dinner with him and the Vice President on stage, then later returned to attacking the press and Democrats.The suspect in the attempted attack is in federal court today and not cooperating wi ... Show More
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There’s a category of special education that stands out from the rest. It’s designed for kids who struggle with their emotions and behaviors, known at the federal level as “emotional disturbance.” More than 300,000 students in the U.S. currently have this label. Often, these stud ... Show More
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