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Gun control must include background checks- Democratic leaders warned Trump

Gun control must include background checks, Dems warn Trump

3:06 am September 16, 2019

WASHINGTON: Congressional Democratic leaders warned President Donald Trump on Sunday that any proposal on gun control must include a House-passed bill to expand background checks for gun purchases — or else risk no legislation at all. In a joint statement, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer said they spoke Sunday morning […]

Italy recalls Senate as no-confidence vote looms

2:38 am August 13, 2019

Political crisis in Italy edged forward on Monday after party leaders decided to recall the Senate to vote on a timetable that could include a no-confidence vote and spell the end of the populist coalition. Far-right Interior Minister Matteo Salvini called last week for swift elections after withdrawing the support of his anti-immigration League party […]

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