Attorneys for former President Donald Trump requested that the judge presiding over the federal case involving attempts to overturn the 2020 election be reassigned.
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U.S. Stocks Close at Session Lows, Nasdaq Sheds Nearly 4%
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Will Disney Might Do Without Its Special Tax Status
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Russia Releases U.S. Marine Vet as Part of Prisoner Exchange
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