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Pentagon Screening and Immigration Politics

Updated 2026-07-17 09:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

The Pentagon is developing a new screening process for 'war fighters.' Meanwhile, Republicans are focusing on immigration as a key issue in their campaign strategy ahead of the midterms.

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NPR

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