She is confirmed 53-47, with 3 Republicans voting in favor, including Sen. Susan Collins of Maine.
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New York prosecutor asks court to fine Trump $10,000 a day for failing to turn over evidence
The former president is in the process of appealing a February court ruling forcing him to answer questions under oath in the civil investigation but has not appealed a ruling establishing the deadline for him to provide documents.
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UN assembly suspends Russia from top human rights body
The vote was 93-24 with 58 abstentions, significantly lower than the vote on 2 resolutions the assembly adopted last month demanding an immediate cease-fire in Ukraine, withdrawal of all Russian troops and protection for civilians.
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Wind energy company kills 150 eagles in U.S., pleads guilty
Companies historically have been able to avoid prosecution under the century-old Migratory Bird Treaty if they take steps to avoid bird deaths and seek permits for those that occur.
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U.S. charges Russian oligarch, dismantles cybercrime operation
The indictment against Konstantin Malofeyev, a Russian media baron and founder of a Russian Orthodox news channel, is the first of an oligarch since Russia’s war with Ukraine began in February.
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Fed signals it will take more aggressive steps to fight inflation
Higher rates from the Fed will increase borrowing costs for mortgages, auto loans, credit cards and corporate loans.
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Jury deliberations enter 3rd day in Gov. Whitmer kidnap plot
U.S. District Judge Robert Jonker disclosed that the jury had asked for sticky notes.
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Gov. Mills signs bill strengthening Maine’s child welfare ombudsman
It was 1 of several child welfare enhancements proposed after the deaths of 4 children.
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U.S., allies to ban new investments in Russia
Calls for increased sanctions intensified this week in response to the attacks, killings and destruction in the Ukrainian city of Bucha.
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Second Sacramento shooting suspect posted video of himself with gun
More than 100 shots were fired early Sunday near the state Capitol and six people were killed.