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In Shift, Key Climate Denialist Group Heartland Institute Pivots to Policy
The pivot comes at a paradoxical moment: There has never been more evidence that humans are altering the climate; nor has Heartland’s message to the contrary ever enjoyed a more sympathetic ear in the White House.
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Debt Relief For Defrauded Students Has Stalled, Inspector General Says
Nearly a year since President Trump took office, the Education Department has yet to give final sign off on any claims for loan forgiveness submitted by students who've been defrauded by their college or university, says an inspector general report.
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DeVos is Questioned About Campaign to Influence Climate Change Education
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