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Nancy Kassebaum Baker, the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate without a spouse’s influence, has died at the age of 94. Elected in 1978, Kassebaum Baker served three terms and was noted for her independent approach and willingness to engage with constituents, even on contentious issues.
The Supreme Court has temporarily permitted construction of the White House ballroom to proceed, following Chief Justice John Roberts’ stay on a lower court’s injunction. This order will remain until the Court reviews the Justice Department’s appeal regarding the project’s funding and legality.
The United States is set to implement 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods following unsuccessful negotiations. In response, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a matching tariff strategy, citing Washington’s last-minute changes as the cause for the breakdown in talks.
Powerful Santa Ana winds forecast for late Tuesday night are raising fears of worsening wildfires around Los Angeles, as the region remains on edge following devastating blazes that have already claimed at least 25 lives.
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