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When lawmakers returned to Washington this week, Senate Majority Leader John Thune urged the administration to end its plans for the fund.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Michael Saylor, Strategy’s executive chairman, had famously urged his followers to never sell their bitcoin.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

To measure underlying inflation, the new chairman has urged the central bank to look at alternatives to its standard gauge.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, urged all sides "to respect the cessation of hostilities".

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

With a gentle push, Dr. Han urged him out of the clinic.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh