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Articles by Tom Howell Jr.

Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. speaks during a campaign event at Independence Mall, Monday, Oct. 9, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

RFK Jr. announces divorce from the Democratic Party, launches indy 2024 run

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. launched an independent bid for the presidency on Monday, dropping his Democratic primary challenge to President Biden. In a speech, he called on voters to "reclaim" their country from major parties that he said have war-mongered, abandoned unity and fallen short on issues such as health care, the environment and housing.

October 9, 2023
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre speaks during a press briefing at the White House, Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

New attack on Ukrainian civilians underscores need for new funding: White House

The White House on Thursday said a missile strike that killed at least 51 people in Ukraine underscores the need for extra U.S. support for Kyiv, as President Biden struggles to lock down additional funding from House Republicans who say Americans have paid enough and that the administration should focus on domestic needs.

October 5, 2023
Store manager Josh Poole pours marijuana flowers onto a try at a Mango Cannabis medical marijuana dispensary, Monday, March 6, 2023, in Oklahoma City. Oklahoma voters will decide Tuesday whether to make the state one of the most conservative to green light cannabis use for adults. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

Senate advances cannabis banking reform bill

A Senate committee on Wednesday approved legislation that would prohibit federal regulators from penalizing a bank for providing financial services to a legitimate cannabis business.

September 27, 2023