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Top News Ransomware Attacks Are Testing Resolve of Cities Across America By MANNY FERNANDEZ, DAVID E. SANGER and MARINA TRAHAN MARTINEZ As hackers lock up networks that power police forces and utilities, municipalities must operate with hobbled computer systems, and decide whether to pay ransoms. How Wayne LaPierre Survived a Revolt at the N.R.A. By DANNY HAKIM Previously undisclosed documents reveal a sweeping effort by top officials and lawyers to oust the longtime head of the N.R.A. Not only has he remained, but he continues to influence the president. Economic Antidote for a Shrinking America: Immigrants By PATRICIA COHEN Restaurants, farms and other employers say they need more foreign workers. And economic growth may depend on it, given lower birthrates. For more top news, go to NYTimes.com »

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