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South Korea's government has stressed it will make its own decisions in strengthening its defenses against North Korean threats, rejecting Chinese calls that it continue the polices of Seoul’s previous government that refrained from adding more U.S. anti-missile batteries that are strongly opposed by Beijing

(This August 10 story has been refiled to make clear in paragraph 17 Austin chose to impose no accountability)

WASHINGTON — After months of steadily climbing to a 40-year high, the pace of inflation slowed notably in July as gas prices fell sharply and Americans got some relief on the cost of clothing, cars and other necessities.

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'This type of mindless behaviour is totally unacceptable and incredibly dangerous' say police

The U.S. has renewed credibility on global climate issues and will be able to inspire other nations in their own efforts, experts say, after the Democrats pushed their big economic bill through the Senate on Sunday

Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler conceded her race in Washington state's top two primary for the 3rd Congressional District

WASHINGTON — Republican leaders in recent years have become increasingly critical of the FBI and Department of Justice.

WASHINGTON — Few specifics are known about what the FBI sought during Monday’s daylong search of former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.

WASHINGTON — For many months, Mitch McConnell expressed optimism about the favorable political conditions that could deliver Senate control to Republicans this November.

WASHINGTON — Thomas Smith, a veteran U.S. Capitol Police officer facing criminal charges for trying to cover up a 2020 hit-and-run in Georgetown — which left a motorcyclist injured — has resigned from the department, sources said.