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April 17 10-Day Israel-Lebanon Truce Faces Pressure
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is now in effect, but early reports of gunfire are raising concerns about whether it will hold. The truce follows weeks of deadly fighting that displaced more than 1 million people.
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April 17 #OTD: Charlotte L. Brown’s Early Fight Against Segregation
On April 17, 1863, Charlotte L. Brown challenged segregation on a San Francisco streetcar — nearly a century before Rosa Parks. Her legal fight helped lay the groundwork for desegregation and civil rights progress.
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April 16 Why Seniority Still Matters in Congress
As debates grow over age and leadership in Congress, Rep. Al Green argues that experience and seniority can benefit communities. He says elections — not age — should determine who continues to serve.
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April 16 Trump’s Nevada Visit Highlights Gap Between Refunds and Rising Costs
President Donald Trump traveled to Nevada to promote his tax agenda following Tax Day, pointing to higher refunds as a sign of success. But rising gas prices, increasing living costs and voter dissatisfaction are complicating that message on the ground.
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April 16 H.R. 1 and Its Impact on Black Families
A new report from the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies examines how H.R. 1 — known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” — could disproportionately impact Black families through tax cuts and reductions in federal programs.
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April 16 Justin Fairfax, Wife Found Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax and his wife, Cerina Fairfax, were found dead in their Annandale, Virginia home in what police describe as an apparent murder-suicide. Authorities say the incident followed an ongoing domestic dispute.
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April 15 Tax Refunds Rise in 2026 — But There’s a Catch
A new report shows the average tax refund is climbing in 2026, but the gains vary widely depending on income. While some households are seeing larger returns, others may not receive refunds at all.
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April 15 Tax Refund Promise Falls Short as IRS Data Emerges
New IRS data suggests tax refunds are increasing far less than what was promised by the administration. A new report shows many Americans are seeing smaller gains, while still dealing with rising costs across the economy.
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April 15 On This Day: Lincoln Dies After Assassination
On April 15, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln died after being shot at Ford’s Theatre, becoming the first U.S. president to be assassinated. His death came at a pivotal moment, shaping the course of Reconstruction and the nation’s future.
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April 15 Vance Weighs In as Trump, Pope Leo Dispute Escalates
Tensions are rising between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV, with Vice President JD Vance now weighing in on the dispute. The clash, fueled by social media posts and public remarks, highlights a growing divide over theology and global issues.
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