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DOJ Launches West Coast Strike Force Targeting Health Care Fraud
The Justice Department aims to address health care fraud in Arizona, Nevada, and the San Francisco area.
Trump Says He May Consider Withdrawing Troops From Italy, Spain
‘Why shouldn’t I? Italy has not been of any help, and Spain has been horrible, absolutely horrible,’ Trump said.
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Trump Signs DHS Funding Bill, Ending Shutdown
The department had been partially shuttered for 76 days, resulting in long Transportation Security Administration lines at airports nationwide.
Texas Attorney General Expands H-1B Fraud Investigation
The state is investigating whether businesses operated ‘ghost offices’ and falsely represented themselves as sponsors of foreign workers.
US Mortgage Debt Hits $13.2 Trillion, Average Household Owes Nearly $109,000
Mortgage debt has been on an upward trend over the past few years, WalletHub said.
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More Border Patrol Agents Sent to Texas, CBP Spokesperson Says
Since taking office, President Donald Trump has prioritized lowering the number of border crossings in a bid to tamp down illegal immigration.
Education Department Probes Stanford Over Alleged Racial Discrimination
The university ‘appears to be conditioning access’ to a program based on the skin color of individuals, an Education Department official said.
8 Candidates Lock Horns as California Governor’s Debate Focuses on High Cost of Living
Two Republicans and six Democrats scramble for the top two spots ahead of the state’s June 2 jungle primaries.
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CDC Warns More Measles Cases Expected in Coming Months
‘Additional measles cases are anticipated,’ the agency stated.
China a Tougher Foe Than the Soviet Union, Diplomats Told at Memorial to Communism’s Victims
The Chinese regime is ‘at war with God,’ former U.S. ambassador Sam Brownback said, urging Washington to confront Beijing as Reagan did Moscow.
Bessent, Rubio Speak With Chinese Officials About Trump–Xi Summit
Rubio and China’s diplomat also discussed the Iran war and Taiwan, according to a readout.
House Passes Funding Bill for DHS, Sending to Trump’s Desk
The bill goes to Trump’s desk and will end a shutdown that began on Feb. 14.
3 Family Members Charged Over Alleged Assault on Turning Point USA Journalist in Minnesota
The three were accused of attacking reporter Savanah Hernandez during an anti-ICE protest in Minnesota.
Trump Says He Discussed Ukraine Ceasefire With Putin
The leaders discussed a temporary truce to mark the May 9 anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe.
Texas Attorney General Sues Houston-Area Center Accused of ‘Birth Tourism’ Scheme
Texas has sued a China-linked operation the Attorney General’s office said has claimed responsibility for ‘1,000+ American-born babies.’
Jerome Powell to Remain on Fed Board After His Term as Chair Ends
Despite planning to retire, Powell believes he has ‘no choice’ but stay in his seat on the Board of Governors.
Fed Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged
After eight years at the helm of the Federal Reserve, a change of guard is set for May.
Iran’s Currency Hits Record Low as US Blockade Deepens Economic Strain
The Iranian rial has dropped nearly 15 percent in the past two days as shipping disruptions, falling output, and an oil storage crunch strain Tehran’s finances.
FDA Announces Pilot Program Featuring Real-Time Clinical Trial Monitoring
The program will cut the time it takes to bring a drug to market, officials said.
Elon Musk Takes the Stand at OpenAI Trial
The co-founder accuses OpenAI CEO Sam Altman of defrauding him and betraying the company’s founding mission: to operate as an open-source nonprofit.
Day in Photos: King Charles III in US, Train Accident, and Elon Musk’s Trial
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
US Gas Prices Hit Highest Level in 4 Years, Analyst Says
The national average price for a gallon of gas reached $4.17 on Tuesday.
