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• Biden visits UAW workers in suburban Detroit, while anti-Gaza war protestors demonstrate outside for ceasefire.
• Biden issues executive order sanctioning Israeli West Ban settlers who abuse Palestinians.
• Thirty percent of Alabama auto plant workers sign cards to unionize.
• Federal government announces negotiations underway with drug makers on Medicare drug prices.
• Contra Costa health officials hear expert report on 2022 Martinez refinery chemical release.
• Environmental group gives California a B grade for its environmental policies. 
• Chicago implements Gaza ceasefire resolution.

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