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School Shooting Investigation, Trump Trial, Swing States, Russian Propaganda In US

Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, where a 14-year-old is charged with killing four people and wounding nine others. Donald Trump's legal team heads to court today, with key decisions about his January 6th trial expected ...  Show more

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