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National Affairs
Daniel Whitaker covers national affairs for Radio Purple: the major stories that cut across Washington, the states and everyday American life, from disasters and immigration to energy and public health. A veteran of regional newspapers and a national wire service, he has reported from all fifty states and is known for long-form pieces that put a liberal, a conservative and a pragmatist in the same story and let readers judge. Daniel grew up in Kansas and lives outside Washington.
A source tells CNN almost no ballistic missiles were stopped in the latest Russian attack. Kyiv wants more Patriots; Washington wants a halt to strikes on Russian refineries.
A temporary sanctions waiver lets Russia sell diesel to the U.S. and the world. Backers say it brings down prices. A bipartisan group of senators says it throws Putin a lifeline.
An American is among the dead. The president says 'we may' strike the Houthis. Critics warn against opening a second front without Congress.
With Justice Alito recused, a 4–4 tie is possible. The case could decide whether dozens of state-court climate suits go forward.