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US indicts 22 members of MS-13 gang in killings

Members and associates of the MS-13 gang committed seven murders including several in which victims were hacked to death with machetes in a Southern California forest, according to a federal indictment released Tuesday. (July 16)

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GOP leaders on Trump’s tweets: It’s about politics

Republican leaders in Congress remained unwilling Tuesday to unequivocally rebuke President Donald Trump’s attack on four progressive women of color in Congress, insisting his tweets and the ensuing dispute is about ideology and politics. (July 16)

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AP Top Stories July 16 A

Here’s the latest for Tuesday July 16th: House Democrats plan vote on resolution condemning Trump comments; Biden unveils health care overhaul; Explosion destroys house in Southern California; Protesters try to stop Hawaii giant telescope construction.

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Native Hawaiian activists protest telescope

Protesters gathered at the base of Hawaii’s tallest mountain on Monday, trying to stop the construction of a giant telescope. Protesters say the telescope will desecrate sacred land. Supporters say it will bring economic and scientific benefits. (July 16)

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Protests during Amazon Prime Day

Amazon faced protests on its fifth annual Amazon Prime Day. While the Seattle-based e-commerce behemoth said it is offering more than a million deals, a demonstration was seen outside a warehouse in Shakopee, Minnesota. (July 16)

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