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SCOTUS appeared skeptical of the arguments to make Trump ineligible to appear on the ballot.

The court's ruling will likely determine Trump's eligibility to appear on the Colorado primary ballot, run in the general election, and hold office altogether. 

The justices are expected to deliver a prompt ruling. Many urge the court to release its decision before Mar. 5, when Colorado and 14 other states hold their presidential primaries. 

Should more states disqualify Trump?

Special Counsel to not seek charges in Biden classified files case

Special Counsel Robert Hur issued a report into Biden's handling of classified documents after serving as Vice President under the Obama administration, finding that Biden "wilfully retained and disclosed classified materials." The special counsel decided "no criminal charges are warranted."

What do you think?

The latest: U.S. leaders increase criticism of Israel’s attack

The Biden administration said on Thursday that it would not support Israel's plans for military operations in Rafah – a southern city where more than half of the Gazan population has sought shelter.

As Israel-Hamas negotiations continue, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a Hamas proposal that called for a long-term ceasefire and for Palestinian hostages in Israel to be returned to Gaza.

How do you feel about the U.S. response so far?

And, in the end...

It's National No One Eats Alone Day, encouraging observers to find a new friend to eat breakfast, lunch, or dinner with today. Will you eat with a friend today?

—Jamie Epstein

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