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Bernie Sanders has upped his game, but does it matter?

First Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.

12/06/2019

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Reps of 22 foreign governments have spent money at Trump properties

The number of foreign governments hints at a significant foreign cash flow to the U.S. president that critics say violates the Constitution.

12/06/2019

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Tiny plastic particles have been found in the deep ocean — and animals are eating them

At depths of 200 to 600 meters, the concentration of plastic particles was found to be roughly four times what it was near the surface.

12/06/2019

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NATO member Turkey to get Russian missiles within weeks despite U.S. anger

"There is no future for Turkey having both Russian weapons and American F-35s," the chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs said.

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Trump waves paper with Mexico immigration plans written on it

US President Donald Trump on Monday waved a paper containing details of his immigration deal with Mexico after refusing to comment on plans to reporters, saying they were "secret".

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Man held in shooting of David Ortiz charged as accomplice to attempted murder

Authorities did not say the person in custody was the man who allegedly shot the famed former Red Sox star.

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Protesters jam Hong Kong streets to rally against China extradition bill

Demonstrations again erupted over the measure that would clear the way for Hong Kong to send people to mainland China to face charges.

12/06/2019

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Bernie Sanders turns the tables on Trump over 'democratic socialism'

The 2020 contender says the president and his "fellow oligarchs" actually "love corporate socialism."

12/06/2019

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Biden, Yang feud over former VP's absence from candidate forum

"To me, I have to admit to you, this particular person said he would've been there," Biden said Tuesday of Yang. "Well, I have different values than him."

11/06/2019

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House approves enforcing subpoenas in court against Trump officials

The vote is part of the Democrats' larger oversight strategy, which they are ramping up this week.

11/06/2019

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Large mass discovered under moon's crater, believed to be metal from asteroid

Large mass discovered beneath moon's crater, believed to be metal from asteroid

11/06/2019

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As Biden and Trump battle in the trenches, Buttigieg attacks from higher ground

Analysis: The military veteran mayor suggested U.S. foreign policy and national security would be stuck in the past with either the current president or the former VP at the helm.

11/06/2019

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Never used Zelle? Scammers can still use it to drain your bank account

The digital payment service embedded in banking apps has made it easier for thieves to access funds in personal checking and savings accounts, experts say.

11/06/2019

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Everything you need to know about the first Democratic debate

The first debate will take place on June 26 and June 27 in Miami.

11/06/2019

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Trump may be having second thoughts about Shanahan as Defense Secretary

While in Europe to commemorate D-Day, Trump asked at least 3 people if they had any suggestions for different candidates, said 4 sources.

11/06/2019

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Trump waves single sheet of paper that he claims holds secret Mexico deal

"I just give you my word," the president told reporters as he declined to reveal the contents.

11/06/2019

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Buttigieg vows to seek repeal of post-9/11 war powers resolution

The Afghanistan War veteran drew sharp distinctions with President Trump in his first major foreign policy speech as a 2020 Democratic candidate.

11/06/2019

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Family puzzled after American plummets to death in Iraq

Peter Choi was only days away from returning to the United States, where he was planning to live with his brother in Tacoma, Washington.

11/06/2019

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Rep. Justin Amash resigns from Freedom Caucus

The Michigan lawmaker is the only congressional Republican who has called for the House to impeach President Donald Trump.

11/06/2019

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Fears over freedom sent up to 1M onto Hong Kong's streets. That might be just the start.

"There is an emotional sense that this is a fundamental threat to Hong Kong's way of life," one expert said.

11/06/2019

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Trump 'an existential threat': Biden to take aim at the president as they cross paths in Iowa

If Trump is elected to a second term, "he will forever and fundamentally alter the character of this nation," Biden will say.

11/06/2019

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Trump, Biden battle for the spotlight in Iowa

First Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.

11/06/2019

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NBC announces five moderators for first Democratic debate

The presidential primary face off, hosted by NBC News, MSNBC and Telemundo, will take place in Miami on June 26-27.

11/06/2019

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Iran says U.S. resident convicted of spying in closed-door trial will be released

The move comes against the backdrop of a flurry of diplomatic activity by U.S. allies aimed at lowering the temperature between the two adversaries.

11/06/2019

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New NASA program to give us the first female moonwalker

It's a bold plan — and success isn't certain. Artemis faces political, budgetary and technological hurdles.

11/06/2019

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Canada plans to ban plastic straws, bags, cutlery by 2021

"We're at a point when we take our kids to the beach and we have to search out a patch of sand that isn't littered with straws, Styrofoam or bottles."

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