Stories from March 9, 2026

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A Republican lawmaker is leaving the party to serve as an independent in the House of Representatives.

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Democrats threaten to shut down the Senate until Secretaries Rubio and Hegseth testify on the Iran conflict.

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President Trump told House Republicans he won't sign bills until the SAVE America Act passes.

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President Trump claims Iran has access to Tomahawk missiles when questioned about a girls' school strike.

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The United States requested an evaluation of UN aid operations in Afghanistan due to concerns over distribution.

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A plaque honoring Capitol Police officers from January 6, 2021, was installed after years of delay.

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Senator Rand Paul aims to schedule the confirmation hearing for Mullin as Secretary of Homeland Security next week.

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The Alexander brothers were convicted of sex trafficking charges, concluding a high-profile case.

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President Trump mentioned a possible "friendly takeover" of Cuba, without providing details.

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Experts discussed identifying manipulated images and combating online disinformation on the 'Settle In' podcast.

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A federal judge disqualified three lawyers tapped to lead New Jersey's federal prosecutor's office.