Barr at center of impeachment scrutiny over Ukraine outreach
Washington voices debate as Attorney General Barr becomes a focal point in the impeachment crisis. The inquiry centers on his possible role alongside Rudy Giuliani in President Trump’s outreach to Ukraine and efforts to shield a whistleblower complaint. Barr says he was unaware of the calls.
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Johnson denies wrongdoing in ties to US tech exec
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson defended his links to Jennifer Arcuri, saying all actions were proper while a police watchdog reviews potential misconduct from his time as London mayor. The Sunday Times alleged Arcuri received 126000 pounds in public funds and access to trade missions, though she did not meet trip eligibility. Johnson faced political turmoil as Parliament clashed with the government amid party conference disruptions.
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Violence rises in Hong Kong before National Day clashes
Protesters and police clashed for a second day in Hong Kong's shopping belt as riot police used water cannon and tear gas to break up crowds. Demonstrators hurled Molotov cocktails at officers and targeted government offices, amid calls for Oct. 1 as A Day of Grief and plans for another march despite a police ban. Chief Executive Carrie Lam to lead a large Beijing-bound delegation for National Day events.
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