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House China Committee Chairman Urges Trump, Rubio to Address Beijing’s Human Rights Abuses
Rep. John Moolenaar urged the president to secure the release of China’s prisoners of conscience and asked Rubio to consider sanctions on Hong Kong officials.
‘Unbearable’: Savannah Guthrie Gives First Interview Since Mother’s Disappearance
It’s been nearly two months since Nancy Guthrie went missing. ‘We are in agony,’ said the TV host.
Appeals Court Upholds Trump Administration’s Mandatory Detention of Noncitizens
This is the second time an appellate court has upheld the policy.
BLM Activist Ordered to Pay Back $224,000 in COVID Relief Funds, Donations
Monica Cannon-Grant was sentenced to six months of home confinement.
Virginia’s Democratic Governor Reverses Withdrawal From Multistate Voter Roll Database
Abigail Spanberger signed an order directing officials to begin the process of rejoining a 26-state voter data-sharing compact.
Pentagon Signs New Deals to Boost Wartime Missile Production
Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems, and Honeywell will expand output of missiles and key defense components under new, long-term agreements.
Melania Trump Launches 45-Nation Initiative to Improve Children’s Education
The first lady spoke to representatives of the nations taking part in the campaign on March 24.
California Democratic Chair Warns Democrats They Could Be Shut Out of Governor’s Race
Rusty Hicks said the crowded field could split the vote, allowing two Republicans to advance and leaving out Democrats.
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US Issues Emergency Waiver to Allow Greater Ethanol Content in Gasoline Beginning May 1
EPA Director Lee Zeldin told reporters at a Houston energy conference that the order will boost gas supplies and lower costs before the summer driving season.
Sony, Honda Cancel Plans to Launch Luxury Electric Sedan
Sony Honda Mobility in January said it had initiated trial production runs of the AFEELA1 model in Ohio.
Senate Budget Committee to Draft Second Reconciliation Bill
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), who met with Trump, said more funding will allow law enforcement to better carry out Trump’s public safety agenda.
Social Security Commissioner Details Efforts to Modernize Systems, Reduce Fraud and Abuse
‘Getting payments right is the most important thing,’ Social Security Administration Commissioner and IRS CEO Frank Bisignano said.
Democrat Flips Florida House District That Includes Trump’s Mar-a-Lago
Democrat Emily Gregory defeated Trump-endorsed Republican Jon Maples by 2.4 percentage points.
Missouri Supreme Court Upholds New Congressional Map Favoring Republicans
The court ruled that the new maps were lawful in a major win for Missouri Republicans.
Rubio Testifies in Former Congressman’s Venezuela Lobbying Trial
In a heavily secured Miami courtroom, the secretary of state described a long and close relationship with Rivera.
Suspicious Drone Incursion Causes Alarm at US Bomber Base
Multiple unauthorized drones flew over Global Strike Command’s Barksdale Air Force Base in early March.
Judge Bars DHS From Detaining Refugees Who Don’t Obtain Green Cards
The policy is likely illegal, the judge said.
Pentagon Revises Media Access Policy Following Court Order
The Pentagon said it would close the correspondents’ corridor and set up a new workspace for press members.
Judges Appoint Interim US Attorney in New Jersey
‘He will be a great champion of this state and mission of the [Justice Department],’ Alina Habba said about her successor.
Trump Says ‘Major Points of Agreement’ in Iran Talks
Senior Israeli political sources in Jerusalem say Egypt, Turkey, and Pakistan worked behind the scenes to mediate between Washington and Tehran.
SpaceX, Tesla to Build Advanced Chip Factories in Austin
SpaceX said the Terafab complex will be the ‘next step to becoming a galactic civilization.’
