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House Democrats' plan to reopen government would deny wall funds A stopgap spending bill would continue existing border funding without giving President Trump the wall money he wants, while other legislation would reopen agencies closed in the partial shutdown. Democrats will try to pass the bills when they take control of the House on Thursday. By Erica Werner and Seung Min Kim · Read more Trump disputes John Kelly's comments over concrete wall Former White House chief of staff John F. Kelly said in an interview published Sunday that the idea of a solid concrete border wall was left behind "early on in the administration." By John Wagner · Read more   Sen. Elizabeth Warren jumps into 2020 presidential race In forming an exploratory committee, the former law professor becomes the best-known Democrat in what is expected to be a crowded field. By Annie Linskey and Matt Viser · Read more   The Fix: What are Warren's chances? Warren is clearly a front-runner — but one with limitations. By Aaron Blake · Read more   The 2019 In/Out List Give praise! 2018 is almost over, and it took only about 27 years. Every new year, The Washington Post predicts what's in and what's out. Behold, our 2019 picks. By Elahe Izadi and Sonia Rao · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Post Reports | Listen Now Goodbye, 2018. Hello, 2020. Annie Linskey tells us about Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren throwing her hat in the presidential ring. The Post's Style section selects what's in and what's out for 2019. Plus, the origin story of a pop classic. By Washington Post Staff · Read more   Russia arrests American citizen on suspicion of spying  The State Department said it had been notified but could not provide more details. The arrest comes weeks after Russian Maria Butina pleaded guilty to acting as a foreign agent in the U.S. By Amie Ferris-Rotman · Read more   On an island famous for wild ponies, a dangerous infection is killing horses Seven ponies that roamed the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge have died of "swamp cancer," including four that were euthanized Friday. Herd managers fear more could get sick. By Steve Hendrix · Read more   Markets closed modestly higher on last day of trading but still see biggest yearly decline in a decade All three major indexes finished 2018 in the red during the finale of a tumultuous year. By Thomas Heath · Read more   'Hold fast': Defense Secretary Jim Mattis departs with a new message but no fanfare His memo to Defense personnel, which did not mention Trump, is likely to be Mattis's last formal opportunity to say goodbye to a U.S. military that he served as a Marine for more than 40 years. By Dan Lamothe · Read more     ADVERTISEMENT   Analysis The easiest and hardest paths to the Super Bowl Some teams have a harder task than others. And AFC favorites should be particularly fearful. By Neil Greenberg · Read more   Trump claims there's a 10-foot wall around the Obamas' D.C. home. Neighbors say there's not. The 8,200-square-foot house has several security features but is completely visible from the street. By Michael Brice-Saddler · Read more   New Year's Eve The Dick Clark for a new generation? A Fortnite star will be streaming from Times Square tonight. As the ball drops in New York City, video gamer Tyler "Ninja" Blevins and some special guests will put a new spin on a cultural fixture. By Ben Strauss · Read more   New Year's Eve Outlook: Is this the most dangerous night to drive? Five myths about tonight. By Linda McRobbie · Read more   New Year's Eve TV countdown specials: Where to watch and who has the best celebrities If you're staying home for New Year's Eve, there are quite a few TV options, and your selection just depends on your mood. By Emily Yahr · Read more

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