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US Approves Over $15 Billion in Arms Sales to Israel and Saudi Arabia Amid Regional Tensions
The State Department said the sales wouldn’t affect the military balance in the region but would enhance Israel’s ability to protect itself.
Judge Blocks Parts of Trump Executive Order on Verifying Citizenship for Voter Registration
The May 2025 order directed officials to enforce policies on voting and voter registration. The judge said the president lacks the authority to do that.
Justice Department Opens Civil Rights Investigation Into Deadly Shooting of Alex Pretti
The 37-year-old protester was shot and killed by a Border Patrol agent and a customs officer on Jan. 24.
Winners of NTD’s 5th International Photography Competition Announced
The Gold Award winner said he wants to share a message through his photography, which is that the world needs truthfulness, compassion, and forbearance.
NASCAR’s Greg Biffle Wasn’t Flying Plane Before It Crashed
According to a federal safety report, a well-qualified retired airline pilot was piloting the jet, but the co-pilot was not certified.
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Why the ‘Hype Phase’ of Wind and Solar Is Over
As federal subsidies dry up under the Trump administration, wind and solar energy must compete on cost and reliability, experts say.
Education Department Proposes to Lower Higher Education Costs, Student Debt
A new student loan repayment plan seeks to ensure that loan balances of low-income borrowers do not increase despite them making payments.
California Assembly Advances Bill to Study Mileage-Based Road Fees
The bill extends research into funding as electric vehicles erode gas tax revenue, but critics warn of potential new burdens on drivers.
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Walz Says He Will Never Run for Elected Office Again
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he is done with elections and will focus on other ways to serve.
Government Enters Partial Shutdown After Senate Passes Amended Funding
Despite the Senate’s passage of a bill to fund the government on Jan. 30, the House won’t return to vote on the measure until Monday.
New Listings Rise With Lower Mortgage Rates
The share of single-family rentals in overall rented properties have fallen to a ‘record low,’ according to a real estate report.
Rubio Rejects Residence Privileges for Iranian Officials in the US
More than 6,000 people have died in protests against the Iranian regime.
US Reaches Agreement Lowering Tariffs on El Salvador
The agreement will remove some reciprocal tariffs announced by President Donald Trump in April of last year.
Senate Fails to Advance Funding Package Ahead of Shutdown Deadline
Democrats have demanded that DHS funding be separated from the package and that changes be made to immigration enforcement practices.
Minnesota Agreed to Greater Cooperation, Paving Way for Reduction of Federal Agents: Homan
‘We are not surrendering our mission at all, we’re just doing [it] smarter,’ Homan said.
How to Open a $1,000 Trump Account for Your Baby
The program designed to give youngsters an early financial boost will officially begin on July 5, 2026.
Minnesota House Returns to 67–67 Tie After Democrats Win Two Special Elections
Shelley Buck and Meg Luger-Nikolai held two safe Twin Cities–area seats for Democrats, restoring an even House split under an existing power-sharing deal.
US Citizen Tried to Buy a Gun to ‘Kill ICE Agents’: DHS
The woman allegedly made the purchase attempt on two separate occasions in Kenmore, New York.
South Carolina Measles Outbreak Exceeds Total in Texas in 2025
South Carolina’s outbreak is up to 789 cases.
Trump Signals Flexibility on South Korea Tariffs
The South Korean president’s office said ministers would travel to the United States to convey their commitment to implementing the trade deal.
