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Federal Judge Rejects DOJ’s Request for Michigan Voter Data
The Justice Department has filed more than 20 lawsuits in states requesting voter information.
Freight Data Indicate Early US Industrial Rebound as Midwest Truck Volumes Jump
Analysts say freight activity tends to turn ahead of broader industrial indicators, as manufacturers move inputs and finished goods before investment and hiring
Treasury Secretary Warns of ‘Big Loss’ if Supreme Court Overturns Tariffs
The justices are considering whether the government misapplied the IEPPA in imposing duties on nearly every country in the world, starting last year.
The First Jobs Report of 2026 Will Be Released on Wednesday
The White House is bracing for smaller job numbers in the near term.
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US Issues Fresh Maritime Guidance Amid US–Iran Tensions
The advisory to commercial vessels urges caution in the Strait of Hormuz as nuclear negotiations begin and new tariffs target Iran’s trade partners.
Texas Reports Record Surge of School Choice Program Applications
The $1 billion program funds school vouchers and other options.
Judge Blocks California’s Law Mandating Federal Agents Remove Masks
A law requiring law enforcement officers to wear identification was enforceable, the judge found.
Obamacare Fraud Targeted by New Federal Rule
The new regulations, once finalized, will strengthen eligibility verification, prohibit misleading marketing practices, and track improper payments.
Trump Halts Approval for Ontario–Michigan Bridge, Calls for Renegotiation
The US president questions Canadian ownership, while taking issue with Ontario’s ban on US liquor and Ottawa’s new China agreements.
US Federal Agencies Must Remove Vulnerable Edge Devices, CISA Warns
These devices, which do not receive vendor support, face a ‘substantial and constant’ threat of exploitation, the agency said.
Dr. Oz Advises People to Get Measles Vaccine as Cases Rise in Several States
The CDC says that, so far in 2026, 733 measles cases have been reported in the United States.
Blue Cities Dominate Affordable Housing Construction Surge
Affordable housing construction in the United States surged by 73 percent from 2020 to 2024 compared with the previous five years, according to RentCafe.
ICE Calls On Newsom Not to Release 33,179 Criminal Illegal Immigrants Into Communities
Many were arrested for crimes such as homicides, assaults, sexual predatory offenses, and dangerous drug offenses.
Trump Lifts Biden-Era Restrictions on Commercial Fishing in Atlantic Marine Monument
President Donald Trump says restoring commercial fishing is in the public interest and cites existing federal laws as sufficient protections of the monument.
US State Department Announces New Sanctions on Iran Oil Network
The sanctions come as talks between Washington and Tehran were initiated in Oman.
Arizona Sheriff Says He Believes ‘Today’ Show Host Savannah Guthrie’s Mother Still Alive
The comment, which aired Friday morning, comes as the search for the missing woman entered its sixth day.
TSA Says It Has Successfully Rolled Out New Identity Verification System for American Flyers
Passengers can pay a $45 fee to get verified and pass security at airports.
Judge Blocks DHS From Using Taxpayer Data for Immigration Enforcement
The court held that a cooperation agreement between DHS and IRS likely violates federal law.
