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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stepped in last week in an attempt to calm the bond market by announcing bigger buybacks of long-dated U.S. government debt starting next month.

From MarketWatch Aug. 26, 2026

Four-time European gold medallist Adam Gemili and relay coach Martyn Rooney stepped in to provide extra assistance to the athletes affected by Baptiste's abrupt departure.

From BBC Aug. 19, 2026

After years of impasse between states, the federal government has stepped in.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 16, 2026

On Wednesday — a week after Pazsitzky’s episode dropped — Segura stepped in to host the show and share his side of the story.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 13, 2026

He stepped in, almost disappeared immediately, and then encouraged me to follow.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith



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