Political violence
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worldRaskin Recounts Ballroom Chaos, Links to Broader US Gun Violence Crisis
Congressman Jamie Raskin shares harrowing details from a recent political event's violence, drawing parallels to the nation's ongoing struggle with gun violence and security funding.
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worldGlobal Women's Parliament Representation Sees Slowest Growth in a Decade
A new UN report reveals sluggish gains in women's parliamentary representation worldwide, with slowest growth in nearly a decade and increased political violence against female MPs.
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worldBrazilian Politicians Convicted for Ordering Activist's Murder
Two politician brothers in Brazil have been convicted for orchestrating the 2018 assassination of prominent Rio de Janeiro councilwoman Marielle Franco, exposing links between politics and organized crime.
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worldFrance Moves to Block US Envoy Kushner After Controversial Comments
French government seeks to revoke US Ambassador Charles Kushner's access following social media remarks on political violence.
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worldFrance Marches After Far-Right Activist's Killing
Thousands demonstrated in France following the death of a young far-right activist, highlighting escalating tensions between political extremist groups in Lyon.