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Harrop: Trump’s exception for immigrants shows its hypocrisy

In excusing those in agriculture and hospitality, he makes the need for broader reforms clear.

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Comment: Companies ditching Pride based on vibes, not facts

With the LGBTQ community much of their customer base, some pride in past stances makes sense.

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French: Trump’s support relies on theory more than its practice

There’s a significant number who back Trump’s goals but are less supportive of his methods on many issues.

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Comment: Trump retreats to his safe space on immigration

As he struggles elsewhere, Trump turns to what had been a popular issue, but even that may be…

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Goldberg: Like the right, the left needs to think globally

Conservatives have an international pact; progressives risk further loses without a similar network.

The Monroe Correctional Complex on Thursday, April 9, 2020. The Monroe Correctional Complex in 2020. A new law will expand Washington’s Clemency and Pardons Board to 10 members. It also requires board members to represent different backgrounds, including an incarcerated individual, a representative of a faith-based organization, a federally recognized tribe member, and a member from a crime victim organization. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Washington state Clemency and Pardons Board will be expanded

The goal is to cut down on wait times for people seeking to have their cases reviewed.

XRT delivers electric, off-road access. Photo provided by Hyundai Newsroom.

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XRT Trim Adds Capability to 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Electric SUV

Charge Port Gains Access To Tesla Superchargers

Join us as we explore some of the western US’s most stunning destinations. Isogood_patrick // Shutterstock

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13 of the most surreal places to visit in the western US

You know those places that feel so dreamlike that you ask yourself, “Did I just fall into a…

J. J. Spaun of the United States celebrates winning on the 18th green during the final round of the 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club on June 15, 2025, in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. (Patrick Smith / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Sports

Wet and wild finish gives J.J. Spaun U.S. Open golf title

OAKMONT, Pa. — As the sun started to set and the rain continued to fall, J.J. Spaun erupted…

J.P. Crawford of the Seattle Mariners celebrates after the game against the Cleveland Guardians at T-Mobile Park on June 15, 2025, in Seattle. The Mariners won 6-0. (Stephen Brashear / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Sports

Mariners complete sweep with 6-0 win

SEATTLE — The Guardians entered their weekend series against the Mariners looking to remain in contention in the…

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Kristof: Restraint best course of action for Trump with Iran

Israel may have set back Iran’s nuclear ambitions, but it comes with the risk of escalating tensions.

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Comment: Trump’s cuts to NASA would destory decades of science

The deep cuts will shut off probes and telescopes, end climate monitoring and cede the future to China.

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We need informed voters to make good choices

I read a recent letter to the editor and love the idea that voters should be required to…

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We sense something is wrong because it is

So many aspects of human “intelligence” are just what intuitively seem to work and afterwards, generally, our minds…

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Editorial cartoons for Monday, June 16

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

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Comment: Netanyahu’s gamble risks quicker path to Iranian bomb

Israel’s bombs can’t reach Iran’s deepest nuclear facilities. It may have only emboldened Iran to press on.

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Editorial cartoons for Sunday, June 15

A sketchy look at the news of the day.

Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown, speaks with reporters during a press conference in Seattle, on April 4, 2025. Brown has filed a lawsuit accusing the Adams County sheriff of sharing inmate information with federal immigration agents in defiance of a state law meant to limit collaboration between state law enforcement officers and federal immigration agencies. (Jordan Gale/The New York Times)

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Comment: The reach and reason of sanctuary policies

They can’t protect people from ICE raids but local governments aren’t required to assist the agency.

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Church leader was calling for a religious riot

I was stunned by a recent letter praising pastor Ross Johnston and comparing his actions in Seattle to…

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Holocaust was rolled out slowly, too

The Holocaust didn’t happen overnight. Eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion and staging mass deportations are two of the…