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AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Alabama's state and presidential primaries

WASHINGTON (AP) — The 2024 presidential campaign will roll through Alabama on Tuesday as President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump look to continue their streak of lopsided primary victories in anticipation of an expected general election
What makes Super Tuesday so super? It's all about the delegates. Here's a look at the numbers

What makes Super Tuesday so super? It's all about the delegates. Here's a look at the numbers

WASHINGTON (AP) — More than one-third of the total delegates available in both the Republican and Democratic presidential primaries will be awarded on Super Tuesday , when 16 states and one U.S. territory hold presidential nominating contests.
South Dakota Sen. John Thune jumps into race to succeed McConnell as Senate leader

South Dakota Sen. John Thune jumps into race to succeed McConnell as Senate leader

WASHINGTON (AP) — South Dakota Sen. John Thune is entering the race to be the next Republican leader of the U.S. Senate once Sen. Mitch McConnell steps away from the post in November. Thune, currently the No.
Quebec to offer 'X' gender option for health cards, driver's licences

Quebec to offer 'X' gender option for health cards, driver's licences

MONTREAL — Quebecers who do not identify as male or female will soon be able to opt for an 'X' gender marker on their health cards and driver's licences.
Supreme Court restores Trump to ballot, rejecting state attempts to ban him over Capitol attack

Supreme Court restores Trump to ballot, rejecting state attempts to ban him over Capitol attack

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday unanimously restored Donald Trump to 2024 presidential primary ballots, rejecting state attempts to ban the Republican former president over the Capitol riot.
The latest shake-up in Ohio’s topsy-turvy congressional primary eases minds within the GOP

The latest shake-up in Ohio’s topsy-turvy congressional primary eases minds within the GOP

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The weekend suspension of a troubled congressional campaign in northwest Ohio has eased the minds of establishment Republicans hopeful they can flip a Democratic seat this fall by defeating the longest-serving woman in Congress.
Conservative columnist Andrew Lawton to release first biography of Pierre Poilievre

Conservative columnist Andrew Lawton to release first biography of Pierre Poilievre

TORONTO — Conservative commentator Andrew Lawton is set to release a biography of Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, while political journalist Paul Wells has written a book about Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's time in power.
Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland to present Liberals' federal budget on April 16

Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland to present Liberals' federal budget on April 16

OTTAWA — Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland will present the federal budget on April 16, as cost-of-living issues continue to dominate Canadian politics.
Downtown Halifax getting new high-speed, net-zero commuter ferry service

Downtown Halifax getting new high-speed, net-zero commuter ferry service

HALIFAX — The Nova Scotia government announced Monday a $258-million plan for a new high-speed ferry service that will link Halifax with Bedford, a rapidly growing suburb about 10 kilometres northwest of the port city's downtown.
Survivors say opportunities were missed that could have prevented Maine's worst-ever mass shooting

Survivors say opportunities were missed that could have prevented Maine's worst-ever mass shooting

LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — An emotional mother described freezing when she heard gunfire and then becoming separated from her daughter — not knowing whether she was dead or alive — during the deadliest shooting in Maine history.
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