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DOJ Asks Supreme Court to End Protected Status for Haitian Immigrants
A lower court had blocked the status revocation.
Landmark Texas Antifa Case Heads to Jury
Defense attorneys who rested without calling a witness say the federal government didn’t prove its case.
More Than 300 TSA Workers Have Quit During Homeland Security Shutdown
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) entered a partial shutdown on Feb. 14.
Union Plans Strike at US Beef Plant
Thousands of union workers voted to walk off their jobs at one of the nation’s largest beef packing plants.
CVS Health’s Aetna to Pay $117.7 Million to Resolve US Medicare Fraud Claims
The Department of Justice noted that the settlement resolves allegations only, with no determination of liability.
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Republican Senator Starts Investigation Into FDA Drug Rejections
Sen. Ron Johnson heads a Senate oversight panel.
Years After the Pandemic, Younger Students Still Have Far to Go in Reading, Report Says
Kids in grades K-2 didn’t experience school closures and online instruction, suggesting system challenges, not just learning disruptions, are in play.
California Cracks Down on ‘Montana Loophole’ that Evades Tax on Luxury Vehicles, 14 People Charged
The defendants allegedly used false documents to claim certain vehicles were delivered outside California.
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National Luxury Housing Thresholds Rise; Some Top Metros Offer More Accessible Prices
Heber, Utah, holds the highest luxury entry point at $7.25 million, while San Antonio, Texas, has the lowest at $750,510.
Judge Denies Motion to Dismiss Murder Charges Against Former Massachusetts Police Officer
Matthew Farwell, a former Stoughton police officer, has been charged with fatally strangling 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore, who was eight weeks pregnant.
US Central Command Warns Civilians to Avoid Ports in Use by Iran’s Military
The notice extends to dockworkers, administrators, commercial vessel crews, and others, CENTCOM said, as Iranian forces take positions in commercial ports.
Social Security Payment Adjustment Predicted to Be 2.8 Percent in 2027, Group Says
‘That would be the exact same as last year’s COLA of 2.8 percent,’ a seniors group said.
Trump Announces First New US Oil Refinery in 50 Years Planned for Texas
The America First Refining project at Port of Brownsville aims to convert U.S. shale oil into gasoline and diesel for domestic markets.
How AI Is Skewing Perception of the Iran Conflict
Fake videos and photos posted by Iranian-backed media outlets have been going viral online through platforms such as X.
What to Know About Alleged ISIS-Inspired Bombing Attempt at NYC Protests
Emir Balat, 18, and Ibrahim Kayumi, 19, were arrested on March 7, and allegedly declared their affiliation with ISIS. They face five federal charges.
Texas Governor Warns of Cyber Risks in Chinese Medical Devices
Gov. Greg Abbott ordered Texas agencies to review cybersecurity vulnerabilities associated with using devices manufactured in China.
Oil Prices Expected to Stabilize Around $70 by End of 2026: EIA
Global production is expected to outpace global consumption once Strait of Hormuz traffic stabilizes.
Iran Vows to Block Oil Shipments Until US-Israeli Attacks End
President Donald Trump has warned that Iran will be hit ‘much harder’ if regime forces in Tehran block oil exports from the Middle East.
Hegseth Says ‘Most Intense Day’ of Iran Strikes to Be Launched
It comes as Iran launched new attacks on Israel and Gulf countries on Tuesday.
Trump Tells Republicans Passing Elections Bill Should Be Key Focus for Midterms
The president has called on Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) to impose the talking filibuster rule to pass the bill.
New York Remains in ‘Heightened Threat Environment’ After Alleged Terrorist Attack, Governor Says
Two men were arrested following the attack in which IEDs were thrown at anti-Islamic protesters in New York City over the weekend, officials said.
Hims & Hers, Novo End Dispute and Announce Collaboration on Wegovy and Ozempic
‘This agreement with Hims & Hers is a meaningful win for patients in the United States,’ the Novo Nordisk president said.
