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Former Sen. Ben Sasse Diagnosed With Terminal Cancer
Sasse suggested he might pursue treatment.
US to Impose China Chip Tariffs in 2027
‘China’s targeting for dominance contributes to lost sales, chronic underinvestment in numerous segments, and a diminished U.S. industry,’ the report reads.
83,000 Bags of Frozen Shrimp Recalled Over Possible Radioactive Contamination: FDA
The latest recall impacts Washington state-based Direct Source Seafood LLC products sold at various locations.
Powerball Jackpot Soars to $1.7 Billion After Another Night With No Big Winner
The Powerball jackpot has jumped to an eye-popping $1.7 billion, after the 46th drawing passed without a big winner.
Vance Not Confident Ukraine and Russia Will Reach Peace Deal
The vice president made the comments as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he felt the talks were nearing a ’real result.’
Federal Judge Strikes Down California’s Policies Hiding Gender Switches From Parents
The permanent injunction includes language that bars any employee in California’s education system from ’misleading the parent.’
Federal Government Updates Sage-Grouse Plan to Expand Oil Drilling, Mineral Mining
The U.S. Bureau of Land Management said the updated plans allow more extraction but also protect the funky bird’s habitat. Environmentalists aren’t happy.
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Residents in China Report Worsening Influenza A Outbreak; US, Europe Report Surge in New Subclade
WHO and experts are warning of a severe flu season ahead worldwide.
States, Developers Question Pause for US Offshore Wind Projects
A Trump administration order freezing five approved ventures for a 90-day review was met with skepticism.
Colorado Faces Federal Funding Cut Over Illegal Issuance of Commercial Driver’s Licenses to Noncitizens
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the state could lose up to $24 million in federal highway funding.
Judge Declares Mistrial in New York Gubernatorial Aide’s Foreign Agent Case
Prosecutors said they will retry the case as soon as possible.
Trump Admin Halts Offshore Wind Projects Over National Security Concerns
The action affects five large offshore wind projects under construction and builds on a broader Trump administration review of federal wind policy.
Trump, Starmer Discuss Ukraine, Gaza Peace Efforts in Pre-Christmas Call
The two leaders also discussed the appointment of new British Ambassador to the U.S. Christian Turner.
White House Warns It Might Withhold Smithsonian Funds Pending Content Review
The Trump administration said that it wants to review more material ahead of the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding.
DOJ Asks Court to Revoke US Citizenship of Ex-Bosnian Prison Guard
The Trump administration seeks to ensure ‘those who persecute others based on protected bases’ do not get refuge in the U.S., according to a DOJ official.
Georgia Power Gets Green Light to Dramatically Grow Grid to Draw Data Centers
State’s public service commission unanimously approves hotly-contested plan after assurances developers, not ratepayers, to foot bill. Opponents not convinced.
Half a Million People Signed This Petition—What’s It About?
A petition aims to bring an end to a human rights abuse, one signature at a time.
DOJ Seeking Appeals on Dismissals of Criminal Cases Against James Comey, Letitia James
The former FBI director and New York attorney general had their cases thrown out in late November for the same reason.
White House Economist Predicts ‘Biggest Refund Cycle Ever’ During 2026 Tax Season
‘A lot of the tax changes, which affect last year, weren’t in any tax forms that people filled out at the beginning of’ this year, the economist said.
Trump Unveils Deals With 9 Pharma Companies to Reduce Drug Prices
The president’s most-favored-nation pricing initiative now has 14 of the world’s top 17 drug manufacturers in agreement.
