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US Pushes Back on UN Map Resolution
The U.S. was the only country to oppose a United Nations resolution adjusting the appearance of Africa and other regions on world maps, despite strong support from 164 nations.
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The Hill
The U.S. was the only country to not support a United Nations resolution adjusting the appearance of Africa and other regions on world maps. The body passed the “Correct the Map” initiative by a margin of 164 to one, with six nations abstaining from the vote. The resolution, which was introduced b
2026-09-05 12:57 UTC
The Hill
Missouri officials asked the Supreme Court on Friday to reinstate the Republican-friendly congressional map which adds one seat for the GOP. “A federal-election-administration disaster is unfolding in Missouri,” Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway’s (R) office wrote in its emergency applicat
2026-09-05 13:00 UTC
The Hill
Executive privilege is a legitimate constitutional protection, but it is not absolute. It should not be expanded to draw private relationships into the protected sphere of executive privilege.
2026-09-05 13:00 UTC