What to know about Trump’s order shrinking the size of 2 national monuments in Utah
The back-and-forth underscores how national monuments have become a flashpoint over the management of public lands.
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FACT FOCUS: A look at US and Iranian claims of control over the Strait of Hormuz
The world has long considered the strait — which passes the coastlines of Iran and Oman — a free-to-use, international waterway.
Trump reduces size of 2 national monuments in Utah as Republicans reshape land management
The altered monuments had been designated under the Antiquities Act, a 1906 law meant to preserve important sites.
Bridge builder and ‘Trump whisperer’: Lindsey Graham’s role in the Senate not easily filled
The South Carolina senator involved himself in virtually every political debate.
Abortion rights are on the ballot in 4 states. Here’s what to know
Abortion rights groups have prevailed in most ballot measure votes over the last four years.
Who is Darline Graham Nordone, Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sister?
Though new to office, Nordone has long supported her brother’s political career.
Santee residents to decide on one-cent sales tax in November
If the general tax measure is passed by voters, Santee would become the highest taxed city in East County.
FACT FOCUS: Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death spurs false claims
Sen. Lindsey Graham’s unexpected death on Saturday night fueled baseless speculation on social media that his passing was the result of a criminal action.
ICE shot and killed a Colombian man in Maine. It’s the agency’s 2nd use of deadly force in a week
A federal immigration agent fatally shot a Colombian man in Maine during a deportation operation, the second such incident in one week.
Islamic Center hoping for security funding following deadly shooting
A push is on for $20 million to bolster security for mosques and Islamic facilities in San Diego County.