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Tim Walz’s Minnesota: Lower Growth, Higher Crime, More Migrants, Trans Surgery for Kids

Democrats and pundits trying to put a brave face on the selection of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) as Vice President Kamala Harris’s running mate have sought to emphasize his personality and his life experiences. But none points to his record in his home state, and for good reason: Minnesota has declined significantly under Tim Walz’s leadership.

FILE - In an April 30, 2020 file photo, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz answers questions while ho

WSJ: Fear of Trump Prompted Russia to Speed Up Prisoner Swap

Russia became more interested in a prisoner swap with the United States after it became clear that Donald Trump could return to the White House, according to the Wall Street Journal, whose reporter, Evan Gerskovich, was freed.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, looks over towards U.S. President Donald Trump, l

Israelis Brace for Potential Attack by Iran

Israelis braced for a potential attack by Iran as they headed into the weekend, amid threats by Iranian leaders to retaliate against Israel for a strike that killed Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran earlier this week.

FILE - In this July 14, 2014 photo, a right-wing Israeli holds a flag and wears a Star of