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Trump ‘slush fund’ echoes scorned 19th-century spoils system, academics say
President Donald Trump’s extraordinary $1.776 billion fund to pay off allies and others who say they have been wronged by past administrations has drawn widespread condemnation by opponents, including some Republicans, who characterize it as…
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How to budget for a road trip vacation
Road trips evoke a carefree spirit. While a road trip can offer a sense of freedom, without a solid financial plan in place, a liberating driving vacation can be a source of stress. In 2026,…
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Walnuts snap three-game skid, walk off in home opener
By LIONEL TIPTON EL DORADO, Kansas – It will only count as one victory in the standings, but to get it the El Dorado Walnuts had to conquer two opponents in Wednesday night’s home opener…





