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Giuliani Associates Plead Not Guilty To Charges Of Making Illegal Campaign Donations

Lev Parnas arrives at federal court for an arraignment hearing on Wednesday in New York City. Lev Parnas and Igor Fruman are associates of Rudy Giuliani who have been charged with conspiring to circumvent federal campaign finance laws in schemes to funnel foreign money to U.S. candidates running for office. Stephanie Keith/Getty Images hide caption

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Giuliani Associates Plead Not Guilty To Charges Of Making Illegal Campaign Donations

Lev Parnas and Igor Fruman were arrested at Dulles airport holding one-way tickets out of the country. Their case begins amid the inquiry into President Trump's alleged political pressure on Ukraine.

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News Brief: Trump Impeachment Probe, Northern Syria

Ambassador William Taylor says Trump tied Ukraine aid to political probes. Two Soviet-born businessmen are connected to the impeachment probe. Turkey and Russia reach a deal to control northern Syria.

News Brief: Trump Impeachment Probe, Northern Syria

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How Lev Parnas And Igor Fruman Connect To The Impeachment Probe

Two men who worked closely with President Trump's private lawyer Rudy Giuliani will appear in federal court Wednesday. The criminal case against them intersects with the House impeachment inquiry.

How Lev Parnas And Igor Fruman Connect To The Impeachment Probe

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From The U.S. To Ukraine, 2 Giuliani Associates' Ties To Impeachment Inquiry

Little-known businessmen Lev Parnas and Igor Fruman are facing campaign finance charges. The case sheds light on the Soviet-born men's involvement in events at the heart of investigations into Trump.

From The U.S. To Ukraine, 2 Giuliani Associates' Ties To Impeachment Inquiry

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Exxon Is On Trial, Accused Of Misleading Investors About Risks Of Climate Change

New York's attorney general is suing Exxon Mobil, accusing the company of defrauding shareholders. Above, an Exxon refinery in St. Bernard Parish, La., is seen in 2015. Gerald Herbert/AP hide caption

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Exxon Is On Trial, Accused Of Misleading Investors About Risks Of Climate Change

New York's attorney general argues that Exxon used shady methods of calculating carbon costs, affecting its share price and defrauding shareholders. Exxon says the lawsuit is politically motivated.

Exxon Is On Trial, Accused Of Misleading Investors About Risks Of Climate Change

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Trump Administration Withdraws Huge Fines For Some Immigrants In U.S. Illegally

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Trump Administration Withdraws Huge Fines For Some Immigrants In U.S. Illegally

The Trump administration is withdrawing hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines against some immigrants in the country illegally who have sought refuge in churches.

Opioid Settlement In Ohio Leaves Many Unanswered Questions

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Two Ohio counties reached a deal Monday with the drug industry valued at about $260 million. Local officials say the money from drug makers and distributors is desperately needed to fight the crisis.

Opioid Settlement In Ohio Leaves Many Unanswered Questions

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U.S. Diplomat William Taylor To Testify In Impeachment Probe

Ambassador Taylor, who's serving as the interim head of the U.S. diplomatic mission to Ukraine, is expected to appear before a House panel participating in the impeachment inquiry into the president.

U.S. Diplomat William Taylor To Testify In Impeachment Probe

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Trial To Begin: Did Exxon Mislead Investors On Climate Change?

A civil trial against Exxon Mobil Corp. opens Tuesday in New York, based on accusations that the oil and gas giant misled shareholders about the risks it faces from climate change.

Trial To Begin: Did Exxon Mislead Investors On Climate Change?

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Ukrainian Oligarch Has Links To People Associated With Trump

As the Ukraine saga continues, oligarch Dmitry Firtash's name keeps popping up in unexpected places. We examine his connections to the wide cast of characters in President Trump's orbit.

Ukrainian Oligarch Has Links To People Associated With Trump

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A Push To Have Cars Say 'No' To Drunk Drivers

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A Push To Have Cars Say 'No' To Drunk Drivers

All new autos would be outfitted with alcohol detection technology, under legislation being proposed by U.S. lawmakers. That would make it impossible to drive if you're over the limit.

A Push To Have Cars Say 'No' To Drunk Drivers

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