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Top White House officials echo Trump’s message to end the war in Ukraine

Ukraine

As president-elect, Donald Trump said on more than one occasion that he could end the war in Ukraine within 24 hours of taking office. More than a day into his presidency, the war rages on. But “ending wars” does still appear to be a top priority for the new administration.

Trump withdraws US from World Health Organization as he assumes presidency

Health & Medicine
Man at podium with Department of Justice insignia behind him

President Obama created DACA. Why won’t courts let President Trump end it?

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How can ‘sanctuary cities’ resist Trump? This lawsuit could provide a blueprint.

Education
Climate activists protest outside this month's UN Climate Change Conference in Marrakech. Activists and officials are strugling to find a way forward for last year's landmark Paris Agreement on climate change after the US presidential election.

With Trump heading to the White House, global climate activists look for hope in US cities and states

Environment
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