Politics & Policy
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Trump deputy chief of staff takes 'leave of absence' to bolster GOP in midterms
Traditionally, the incumbent party loses ground in the midterms, though there have been notable exceptions, such as 2002's surge for the Republicans in the wake of 9/11.
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Trump gloats as Carlson-backed challenger to Graham drops out
Graham had been facing Lynch and Paul Dans, who left the race. Trump suggested that Carlson's endorsement had been the "kiss of death" for his campaign.
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Big oil find in Gulf promises more coastal restoration funding
Houston-based Occidental Petroleum and partners Chevron and Woodside Energy discovered high-quality oil-bearing Miocene sands at a depth of 36,535 feet at the "Bandit" prospect about 125 miles south of Morgan City.