An early and vocal supporter of Donald Trump, he hosted ‘Lou Dobbs Tonight’ on Fox Business from 2011 to 2021, following 2 stints at CNN.
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Trump urges unity after assassination attempt while proposing sweeping populist agenda
Trump’s appearance comes as 81-year-old Democratic President Biden clings to his party’s nomination in the face of unrelenting pressure from key congressional allies, donors and even former President Barack Obama.
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Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone monologues, dies at 94
His outlook was modern, but he rarely raised his voice above a hesitant, almost stammering delivery. His only prop was a telephone, used to pretend to hold a conversation with someone on the other end of the line.
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Over 3 million steam cleaners are under recall because they can spew hot water and cause burns
Consumers have reported more than 150 injuries.
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Boeing machinists threaten strike if contract negotiations fail
Negotiations between Boeing and the 32,000-member union began in March to replace the current agreement, which expires Sept. 12.
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Biden administration cancels another $1.2 billion in student loans for public service workers
The loans are being canceled through changes to an existing forgiveness program.
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Biden faces fresh wave of Democratic doubt as party’s fissures deepen
Self-isolating with a case of COVID-19, President Biden appears more politically isolated than ever as Obama, Pelosi and other top Democrats fret over his candidacy.
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New details on Trump rally shooter, but still no clear motive
Thomas Matthew Crooks had searched online for information about former president Donald Trump and President Biden and had photos of both men saved on his phone.
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Smoke plumes may reach U.S. as wildfires in Canada erupt
One of the biggest eruptions of thick smoke from Canada’s wildfires is beginning to drift south, with the Midwest, Great Lakes and eventually Northeast potentially in its path.
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Historic utility, high fashion: 80-year-old L.L. Bean staple finds new audience
The tote’s revival came at a time when price-conscious consumers were forgoing expensive handbags.