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“There’s no shortage of data points that supports that. … And we are very closely watching these trends for what they mean towards the end of the year. So only time will tell.”

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Instead, it was Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who was there “strictly in his personal capacity” for what was billed as “a policy discussion.”

From Slate • May 19, 2026

Department of Homeland Security for alleged ongoing harassment targeting members for what they said were legal activities monitoring and documenting immigration raids in their community.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

He said he admired Massie's independence and willingness to "stand up for what he believes in".

From BBC • May 18, 2026

THE HUT WAS gone, and Nim was too tired to start looking for what was left of it.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr