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Joe Biden says he’ll push to free political prisoners. Houston’s ‘Citgo 6’ families are waiting

Adam Zuvanich / Lucio Vasquez

Posted on July 21, 2022 · President Joe Biden signed an executive order that aims to deter the wrongful detention of Americans abroad while helping to secure the release of those currently being held hostage. But local families wonder how it will help them.

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Posted on September 14, 2023 · Texas’ senior senator said there’s “more than enough smoke” to warrant a deeper look at the president’s ties to his son, who was indicted Thursday.

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President Biden hosts Astros, says he can relate to Dusty Baker, oldest manager to win World Series

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Posted on August 7, 2023 · "People counted you out saying you were past your prime. Hell, I know something about that,” joked Biden, who in 2020 became the oldest president ever elected, at age 77. 

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I SEE U, Episode 89: Hope Is Stronger Than Pride with Karine Jean-Pierre

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Posted on June 23, 2023 · White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre shares her perspective as to what it will take to bridge a divided America and why she’s so open about her queerness in an exclusive conversation on I SEE U with Eddie Robinson.

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Talk of the Town: Attorney General Ken Paxton’s Impeachment, Gun Violence, TV Finales, and More

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Posted on June 2, 2023 · Our panel of guests share their thoughts on trending topics.

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