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Indiana House Releases Draft of Redrawn Congressional Map That Benefits Republicans
The changes would likely dilute Democrats’ support throughout Indianapolis, a politically critical area, and push GOP voters into districts held by Democrats.
Pfizer mRNA Influenza Vaccine ‘Failed’ in Clinical Trial Among Seniors: FDA Commissioner
‘We’re not just going to rubberstamp new products that don’t work, that fail in a clinical trial,’ Dr. Marty Makary said.
TSA Announces $45 Fee for Passengers With No REAL ID, Passports, or Other Accepted Documents
Passengers without REAL ID or another accepted form of identification will face longer wait times at airports, the TSA warned.
Sen. Kaine Preparing New War-Powers Resolution to Block US Military Action Against Venezuela
Kaine said he would like to see clearer evidence that individuals targeted in recent U.S. strikes were drug traffickers.
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Silver Hits New Record High, Gold Edges Up
Increasing demand from the industrial sector is creating a tight supply situation for silver.
1 in 4 Unemployed Americans Has a Degree—The Future of White Collar Jobs
The unemployment rate for Americans with a bachelor’s degree or higher rose to 2.8 percent in September, up from 2.3 percent a year earlier.
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West Virginia Starts Allowing Religious Exemptions to Mandated Vaccines
The state Board of Education acted on the same day a judge said it must allow religious exemptions.
Ramaphosa Pushes Back on Trump’s Disinviting South Africa From Miami G20 Summit
The diplomatic spat began when the U.S. president accused Pretoria of unaddressed human rights abuses, which the South African president continues to deny.
National Guard Shooting Suspect May Have Been Radicalized in US: Noem
The Homeland Security secretary said federal investigators are talking to the suspect’s family and contacts and will release more details when appropriate.
Homeland Security Secretary Says US Will ‘Absolutely’ Deport People With Pending Asylum Claims
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was asked about illegal immigration and migration programs in an interview on Nov. 30.
Winter Storm Batters Midwest, Causing Travel Delays and Cancellations
Thousands of flights leaving the Midwest and Great Lakes region were reported delayed or canceled on Nov. 29.
Retail Workers Currently Earning 51.6 Percent Less Than Needed to Afford Rent: Report
Retailers have announced 88,664 job cuts through October this year, a 145 percent jump compared to the same period last year.
Trump Admin Halts All Asylum Decisions, Pauses Afghan Visas
The announcements are part of a wave of immigration-related orders from the administration after two National Guard members were shot near the White House.
DHS Terminating Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals
More than 350,000 Haitian nationals are currently living in the United States, officials said.
Trump to Pause Immigration From ‘Third World Countries’
The president said he would also remove people ‘incapable of loving’ the United States.
Mississippi Farmer Determined to Grow State’s Network of Regenerative Farms
Ben Simmons believe that increasing access to clean food is a way to reverse state’s poor health trends while preserving its agricultural heritage.
Dominican Republic Permits US Limited Access to Bases in War Against Drug Trafficking
The temporary agreement allows refueling at the Caribbean’s country’s air base and airport as Washington continues strikes on smuggling vessels in the region.
Democrats Look to Narrow GOP Edge in Tennessee House Special Election
Both parties are pouring money and organizers into Tennessee’s 7th District as Democrats chase an overperformance or upset in a Trump +20 seat.
