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Musk Vows to Primary Republicans Who Vote for GOP Megabill
The Tesla and SpaceX CEO also renewed earlier suggestions he would start a new political party.
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Trump Issues Memo Streamlining Critical Mineral Funding, Permitting
The president instructs agencies to funnel project applications and allocations through the National Energy Dominance Council and White House budget office.
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These Energy Tax Credits Are on Chopping Block in GOP Megabill
Tax credits for weatherization improvements, electric vehicles, heart pumps, ‘rootop solar’ could be out the window.
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Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Challenge to $1 Billion Music Piracy Verdict
A federal appeals court found the internet service provider was liable for subscribers’ copyright infringement because it failed to terminate their accounts.
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Supreme Court Tosses Lower Court Decisions on Transgender Procedures
The new ruling came after the high court upheld a Tennessee ban on transgender procedures for minors.
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Supreme Court to Hear GOP Challenge to Campaign Spending Limits
Vice President JD Vance and other petitioners say the limits violate the U.S. Constitution.
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Senators Brace for Long Night as Negotiations on Megabill Continue
A marathon vote series on amendments, known as a vote-a-rama, is expected to continue through early morning hours of Tuesday.
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Why Charter Schools Nationwide Just Received a $60 Million Funding Boost
Public funding for charter schools averages about $7,000 per student, about 30 percent less than what traditional public schools receive.
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Nevada Seen as Case Study in Rapid Urban Sprawl Amid a Water Crisis
Experts say changes must be made for the Silver State’s population to be able to keep growing.
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Senate Advances Republican Megabill in Procedural Vote
Significant disputes remain ahead of the Senate’s expected marathon amendment session known as a vote-a-rama.
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US Streamlines Rule for Fining Illegal Immigrants, Will Issue Nearly $1,000 Daily Fines for Noncompliance
The agencies will apply greater pressure on illegal immigrants for them to self-deport from the country.
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Newsom Signs California Budget Aimed at Addressing $12 Billion Deficit
The spending plan includes an enrollment freeze to Medi-Cal for adult illegal immigrants.
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Senate Republicans Release Updated Draft of Megabill as Deadline Nears
Differences between House and Senate versions of the bill had threatened to delay full implementation of Trump’s second-term agenda.
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Megabill’s Baby Bonus Is Civilizational Strategy for Some, Questionable for Others
Similar policies elsewhere in the world have hit snags.
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Key Takeaways From Supreme Court Ruling on Texas Law Aimed at Blocking Minors From Porn Sites
The court voted 6–3 to uphold a law that fines websites if they fail to verify the age of users.
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Texas Company Unveils Plans to Build World’s Largest Data Center Complex
Fermi America says its Amarillo development will be powered by the nation’s ‘biggest’ integrated nuclear, natural gas, and solar ‘HyperGrid.’
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Senate Hearing Highlights Alleged CCP Links in Funding Climate-Related Lawsuits
Sen. Ted Cruz said the CCP has funneled $12 million to U.S. climate groups since 2020 via a San Francisco nonprofit.
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Trump Says US Ending All Trade Talks With Canada
The move was made in response to Canada’s digital services tax, Trump said.
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Supreme Court Declines to Rule for Now on Louisiana Election Map Challenged by Non-Minorities
The case will be reargued in the court’s next term. The eventual ruling is expected to have an impact on the balance of power in Congress.
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Supreme Court Upholds Texas Law Aimed at Blocking Minors From Porn Sites
A federal appeals court upheld the state law in 2024.
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Musk Vows to Primary Republicans Who Vote for GOP Megabill
The Tesla and SpaceX CEO also renewed earlier suggestions he would start a new political party.
|
Trump Issues Memo Streamlining Critical Mineral Funding, Permitting
The president instructs agencies to funnel project applications and allocations through the National Energy Dominance Council and White House budget office.
|
These Energy Tax Credits Are on Chopping Block in GOP Megabill
Tax credits for weatherization improvements, electric vehicles, heart pumps, ‘rootop solar’ could be out the window.
|
Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Challenge to $1 Billion Music Piracy Verdict
A federal appeals court found the internet service provider was liable for subscribers’ copyright infringement because it failed to terminate their accounts.
|
Supreme Court Tosses Lower Court Decisions on Transgender Procedures
The new ruling came after the high court upheld a Tennessee ban on transgender procedures for minors.
|
Supreme Court to Hear GOP Challenge to Campaign Spending Limits
Vice President JD Vance and other petitioners say the limits violate the U.S. Constitution.
|
Senators Brace for Long Night as Negotiations on Megabill Continue
A marathon vote series on amendments, known as a vote-a-rama, is expected to continue through early morning hours of Tuesday.
|
Why Charter Schools Nationwide Just Received a $60 Million Funding Boost
Public funding for charter schools averages about $7,000 per student, about 30 percent less than what traditional public schools receive.
|
Nevada Seen as Case Study in Rapid Urban Sprawl Amid a Water Crisis
Experts say changes must be made for the Silver State’s population to be able to keep growing.
|
Senate Advances Republican Megabill in Procedural Vote
Significant disputes remain ahead of the Senate’s expected marathon amendment session known as a vote-a-rama.
|
US Streamlines Rule for Fining Illegal Immigrants, Will Issue Nearly $1,000 Daily Fines for Noncompliance
The agencies will apply greater pressure on illegal immigrants for them to self-deport from the country.
|
Newsom Signs California Budget Aimed at Addressing $12 Billion Deficit
The spending plan includes an enrollment freeze to Medi-Cal for adult illegal immigrants.
|
Senate Republicans Release Updated Draft of Megabill as Deadline Nears
Differences between House and Senate versions of the bill had threatened to delay full implementation of Trump’s second-term agenda.
|
Megabill’s Baby Bonus Is Civilizational Strategy for Some, Questionable for Others
Similar policies elsewhere in the world have hit snags.
|
Key Takeaways From Supreme Court Ruling on Texas Law Aimed at Blocking Minors From Porn Sites
The court voted 6–3 to uphold a law that fines websites if they fail to verify the age of users.
|
Texas Company Unveils Plans to Build World’s Largest Data Center Complex
Fermi America says its Amarillo development will be powered by the nation’s ‘biggest’ integrated nuclear, natural gas, and solar ‘HyperGrid.’
|
Senate Hearing Highlights Alleged CCP Links in Funding Climate-Related Lawsuits
Sen. Ted Cruz said the CCP has funneled $12 million to U.S. climate groups since 2020 via a San Francisco nonprofit.
|
Trump Says US Ending All Trade Talks With Canada
The move was made in response to Canada’s digital services tax, Trump said.
|
Supreme Court Declines to Rule for Now on Louisiana Election Map Challenged by Non-Minorities
The case will be reargued in the court’s next term. The eventual ruling is expected to have an impact on the balance of power in Congress.
|
Supreme Court Upholds Texas Law Aimed at Blocking Minors From Porn Sites
A federal appeals court upheld the state law in 2024.
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