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Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows

WASHINGTON (AP) — ABC’s “This Week” — National security adviser Jake Sullivan; former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, a Republican presidential candidate. __ NBC’s “Meet the Press” — Jake Sullivan; Sens. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill.
Court grants temporary injunction to end Winnipeg landfill blockade

Court grants temporary injunction to end Winnipeg landfill blockade

WINNIPEG — A Manitoba judge granted a temporary injunction to end a blockade at a Winnipeg landfill Friday, but some supporters of the protest said they would not back down.
Advocates call for urgent response to Toronto shelter issues affecting asylum seekers

Advocates call for urgent response to Toronto shelter issues affecting asylum seekers

TORONTO — Advocacy groups and shelter operators called Friday on all levels of government to immediately help Toronto's overstretched shelter system cope with the high numbers of refugee claimants who are unhoused.
Iowa law banning most abortions after about 6 weeks takes effect as judge weighs whether to block it

Iowa law banning most abortions after about 6 weeks takes effect as judge weighs whether to block it

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — An Iowa ban on most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy was signed into law Friday, forcing clinics to scramble to arrange out-of-state care for many women whose access immediately ended as a judge considered whether
GOP White House hopefuls face mounting pressure to stop Trump in Iowa

GOP White House hopefuls face mounting pressure to stop Trump in Iowa

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — As the six-month sprint to the Iowa caucuses begins, the sprawling field of Republican presidential candidates is facing growing pressure to prove they can become serious challengers to former President Donald Trump .

Florida woman gets 6 years in prison for attacking officers during the US Capitol attack

WASHINGTON (AP) — A Florida woman was sentenced Friday to six years in federal prison for attacking police officers during the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 .
Biden and Democrats raised $72 million-plus for his 2024 race since he opened his campaign in April

Biden and Democrats raised $72 million-plus for his 2024 race since he opened his campaign in April

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and the Democratic National Committee raised more than $72 million for his reelection in the 10 weeks since he announced his 2024 candidacy , his campaign announced Friday, in a strong but not record performance
Kentucky's ban on gender-affirming care takes effect as federal judge lifts injunction

Kentucky's ban on gender-affirming care takes effect as federal judge lifts injunction

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky's ban on gender-affirming care for young transgender people was restored Friday when a federal judge lifted an injunction he issued last month that had temporarily blocked the restrictions. The latest ruling by U.S.
B.C. drops Facebook, Instagram advertising in response to Meta's news block, says Eby

B.C. drops Facebook, Instagram advertising in response to Meta's news block, says Eby

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says it has stopped advertising on Facebook and Instagram to send a message to parent company Meta, which is blocking Canadian news from the social media platforms.
Saskatchewan legislature member targeted in alleged extortion attempt

Saskatchewan legislature member targeted in alleged extortion attempt

REGINA — A member of the Saskatchewan legislature says he was targeted in an alleged extortion attempt. Gary Grewal says he is to not comment further on the case as it's now before the courts.