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Oct 20, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump campaigned in Kansas, announced an $8 billion diesel aid program, and suspended sanctions on Russian diesel. Meanwhile, California officials push back against federal charges against green card holders in a voter fraud crackdown. A former Columbia student faces deportation, prompting a Supreme Court case on free speech and immigration rights. Additionally, France and Italy deploy troops to quell unrest, and a new study links ADHD to higher mortality risks that medication may reduce.

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Trump rallies in Kansas and announces farmer fuel aid Suspension of sanctions on Russian diesel sales California opposes DOJ charges against green card holders Mahmoud Khalil deportation case heads to Supreme Court Curfews and troop deployments in Europe due to unrest Study links ADHD to higher mortality risk, lower with meds Tampa Bay Rays advance to World Series Sponsor message for HomeServe
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