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US Treasury Imposes Sanctions on Global Network Supporting Iran’s Weapons Procurement
The move comes in the wake of Iran’s attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
House Defeats Bid to End Israel Aid
The U.S. House rejected an amendment by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) that would have eliminated $3.3 billion in annual U.S. military aid to Israel.
5 Takeaways From Todd Blanche’s Nomination Hearing for Attorney General
Republicans focused on Blanche’s accomplishments while Democrats accused him of being too closely tied to his former legal client, President Donald Trump.
Hollywood Writers Union Files Separate Lawsuit to Stop Paramount–Warner Bros. Merger
The newest lawsuit alleged that the deal would suppress competition and creative diversity in film and television.
26 Employees Sue Meta, Allege Unfair AI Selection for Layoffs
The suit alleges Meta’s AI algorithms failed to account for protected leaves and disproportionately scored workers on leave.
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Hegseth Announces New Mandatory Military Testosterone Tests
The screenings, the Pentagon chief said, will be mandatory for service members who are eligible, but treatment would be voluntary.
Kelsey Grammer Working on Project to Shore Up History Education That He Says Has Been Lacking
The Emmy Award-winning actor says brilliant founding fathers have not been recognized for the work they did in starting the United States of America.
Pools, Splash Pads May Help Spread Diarrhea Outbreak, Experts Warn
Contaminated water carries the parasite Cyclospora, which could cause an illness with violent symptoms that has spread to 34 states across the United States.
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What’s in the $95 Billion Reconciliation Package
There are no offsets in the measure, a possible issue for fiscal hawks.
Trump Overturned DHS Pause of ICE Traffic Stops, White House Official Says
The president wrote on social media that he wants ICE to continue arresting people during traffic stops.
Judge Halts US Visa Restrictions on Disinformation Gurus Accused of Censorship
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, ‘Americans have been fined, harassed, and even charged by foreign authorities for exercising their free speech rights.’
Treasury Sanctions Iran-Linked Shipping Network
U.S. officials said the network relied on shell companies and overseas businesses to hide its ties to Iran while moving sanctioned oil around the world.
Iranian-Born Man Guilty of Shipping US Tech to Iran
An Iranian-born man was convicted of conspiring to illegally export sensitive U.S.-made electronic components to Iran that were used in military drones.
Revised Russian Sanctions Bill Introduced in Honor of Sen. Lindsey Graham
The revised Russian sanctions bill would apply tariffs to the top five purchasers of Russian oil and natural gas.
Appeals Court Reverses Block on Postal Service Changes
The district judge did not have jurisdiction to block the changes in 2020, appellate judges said.
Trump Hosts Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi for Talks on Energy, Security
The two leaders discussed energy, security, and the war with Iran, and added an impromptu lunch to continue the meeting.
Trump Admin Restricting Direct Return of US Citizens From Congo Over Ebola Outbreak
Non-citizens had already been prohibited from entering the United States within 21 days of being in Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan.
Trump Threatens Strike on Iran’s Deep-Buried Pickaxe Mountain Nuclear Site
Trump warned Iran to ‘be ready’ as he threatened the underground complex near Natanz, one of Tehran’s most heavily protected nuclear facilities.
Trump Gives Some Chemical Makers a 2-Year Break From Biden-Era Emissions Limits
The president said the 2024 EPA rules placed ‘substantial burdens’ on chemical manufacturers whose products are vital to national security.
War Department, DOJ Create Task Force to Prosecute Leakers
The Pentagon’s Office of General Counsel will operate the task force and request records, information, and investigations from any department.
