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The comments came about three months after the president deployed National Guard troops to Los Angeles as large crowds protested widespread, aggressive immigration raids in the city.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
The release of the police bodycam footage led to widespread reaction and debate.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
The most widespread practice was that of the so-called "salary skimmers" -- lawmakers who take a cut of their employees' pay.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Despite widespread marketing claims aimed at athletes and fitness enthusiasts, the review found little evidence that collagen improves exercise performance or recovery.
From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026
The thought of such widespread rebellion has me quivering with fear and excitement.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
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"The Civil Rights Movement"
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