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US Energy Regulator Says Iran War Underscores Urgency in Expanding Nation’s Pipeline Network
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chair Laura Swett tells reporters at Houston conference that Strait of Hormuz crisis highlights need for permitting speed.
DHS Shutdown Ties for the Longest in History
The Department of Homeland Security entered a partial shutdown in mid-February.
Idaho Passes Bill Banning Use of Opposite-Sex Bathrooms
The measure applies to government buildings and any private business, restaurant, or store that offers public bathrooms or changing rooms.
DOJ Sues SeaWorld’s Parent Company Over Ban on Wheeled Walkers at Their Parks
The department’s civil rights division asked for a jury trial in Orlando to determine if United Parks & Resorts violated the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Nationwide ‘No Kings’ Rallies Kick Off With Flagship Protest in Minnesota
Organizers say thousands of events are planned nationally to oppose President Donald Trump’s agenda for the third time since his inauguration in January 2025.
US Education Department Notifies Student Loan Borrowers of Repayment Plans
About 7.5 million enrollees in the Biden administration’s defunct SAVE plan will have to enroll in a legal repayment plan.
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US Monitoring Surge in China’s Detention of Panama-Flagged Vessels
The Federal Maritime Commission said China’s detention of Panama-flagged vessels was ‘far exceeding historical norms.’
Houthis Enter Iran War With Missile Attack on Israel
The attack marks the Houthis’ first direct military move in the war and signals potential escalation as U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran continue.
Trump Says Iran Strikes Ongoing With Thousands of Military Targets Remaining
The president says the U.S. can quickly neutralize remaining Iran targets as conflict enters fourth week, amid ongoing negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz.
Children’s Everyday Skills Grew Slower Than Usual During COVID-19 Pandemic: Study
Executive function grew at lower levels than normal, researchers found.
2 Chinese Vessels Reverse Course in Strait of Hormuz During Attempted Transit
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on March 27 ships tied to ‘enemy’ ports would not be allowed through the Strait of Hormuz.
Average US Long-Term Mortgage Rate Jumps to 6.38 Percent
The increase represents the highest in six months, according to a survey by Freddie Mac.
Average Gas Price in US Up One Dollar From February Amid Iran War
Oil markets are assuming the Iran conflict will end ‘quite fast and things will stabilize quite quickly,’ said one expert.
Senate Democrats Reject GOP Amendment to Require Photo ID to Cast Ballot
The 53–47 party-line vote fell short of the 60 votes needed to advance, coming amid a marathon debate session on the SAVE America Act.
Trump Delays Naming New CDC Head, Leaving Agency Without Director
The health secretary and other officials are still evaluating candidates to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Judge Declines to Dismiss Case Against Nicolás Maduro Over Funding Issue
The judge said he would decide whether to allow Venezuela to pay Maduro’s legal fees at a later date.
Strait of Hormuz Crisis Underscores Need for Small US Drone Boats, Industry Leaders Say
Amid the Iran War, the need to produce new high-tech watercraft has become increasingly important, executives say.
DOJ, Flynn Reach Financial Settlement
Flynn sought a $50 million payout from the government, but the settlement reached Wednesday did not disclose an amount.
Burgum Says Trump Energy Policies Make US Less Vulnerable to Upheaval, the World Safer
Interior Secretary tells executives at Houston conference that the president’s ‘energy dominance strategy’ will lower costs, secure oil and gas supply chains.
