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Marines deployed to LA as Trump says California governor should be arrested
California has sued the Trump administration in a bid to block deployment of the National Guard and the Marines, arguing it violates federal law and state sovereignty.
- Michael Koziol
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Even if you know nothing about US natural wonders, you know this one
Towering granite cliffs, impressive waterfalls, giant sequoia trees – here are seven must-see highlights of one of the world’s most famous national parks.
- Ben Groundwater
- Opinion
- Trump's America
Trump was spoiling for another street war. Now he’s got one
It’s not difficult to see how Donald Trump’s extraordinary order to quell unrest in Los Angeles could be used as the basis for an authoritarian takeover attempt of the US.
- Peter Hartcher
The quiet unravelling of the man who almost killed Trump
Thomas Crooks went from a meek engineering student on the dean’s list to a focused killer who used aliases and stockpiled explosive materials, all while showing hints of a mental illness.
- Steve Eder and Tawnell D. Hobbs
- Analysis
- Trump's America
Trump jumps at the chance for a stand-off in California over immigration
The situation has all the elements that the president seeks: a showdown with a top political rival in a deep blue state over an issue core to his agenda.
- Tyler Pager
- Opinion
- US politics
As a judge, I’m sounding the alarm: The out-of-control White House is dismantling justice
Donald Trump’s war on the International Criminal Court is ramping up, and we should all be worried about what comes next.
- Lex Lasry
‘Prisoner’s dilemma’: How China is using the West to try and rule the skies
China’s Great Leap Skyward has the potential to shake up global aviation, but first its premier commercial airliner must fully get off the ground.
- Chris Zappone
Nine reporter caught up in LA protests as governor hits out at Trump
US correspondent Lauren Tomasi was reporting on a situation she said was rapidly deteriorating when she was shot in the leg by a rubber bullet.
- John Gittelsohn and Alicia A. Caldwell
Runaway pet zebra captured in Tennessee after week evading authorities
Ed the Zebra’s week on the run captured the hearts and social media feeds of locals. As has his dramatic airlift rescue.
Australians curb their enthusiasm for US holidays
While Americans flock to Australia, locals are looking for cheaper holidays outside the US.
- Madeleine Heffernan
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