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McClain’s elaborate scheme came apart in April 2023, when a local truck dealer who had invested around $650,000 insisted on repayment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Until now, the prime minster and his allies insisted he would not walk away if one was held but there has been a big question mark over what he would actually do.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

On a visit to Sarajevo on Monday, European Council President Antonio Costa insisted that the next high representative should follow "Bosnia and Herzegovina's choice to pursue European Union accession".

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Yet Raman still insisted she had unlocked something transformative.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

A reply telegram insisted, “You must be here by Monday night …” repeating, “It is of vital importance.”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock