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MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers have passed a near total ban on abortion. If signed into law, it would be the most restrictive abortion measure in the United States. The state Senate on Tuesday passed the bill that would make performing an abortion at any stage of pregnancy a felony. The bill now goes to Gov. Kay Ivey, who will decide whether to sign the legislation into law.
WASHINGTON (AP) — Some U.S. allies are expressing skepticism about the Trump administration's claims that Iran poses a growing threat in the Persian Gulf and beyond. British Maj. Gen. Chris Ghika, a senior officer in the U.S.-backed coalition fighting the Islamic State group, says "there's been no increased threat from Iranian-backed forces in Iraq and Syria." U.S. Central Command has responded by saying Ghika's remarks "run counter to the identified credible threats" from Iranian-backed forces in the Mideast.
PHOENIX (AP) — According to documents and environmental advocates, the federal government plans on replacing barriers through 100 miles of the southern border in California and Arizona. The path of the enhancements would go through a national monument and a wildlife refuge. Opponents say barriers would be detrimental to wildlife and habitat in those areas.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate Intelligence Committee has struck a deal with Donald Trump Jr. to appear for an interview next month. That's according to two people familiar with the agreement, who spoke on condition of anonymity Tuesday to discuss the terms of the confidential deal. The deal comes after the panel subpoenaed the president's eldest son to discuss answers Trump Jr. gave the panel's staff in a 2017 interview.
WASHINGTON (AP) — For many Americans, President Donald Trump's trade war may soon get very real. His administration is preparing to extend 25% tariffs to practically all Chinese imports not already hit with duties _ including toys, sneakers, shirts, alarm clocks, toasters and coffeemakers. American businesses and consumers could end up paying higher prices.
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