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Energy Dept Dismantles Major Biden-Era Offices, Shifts Focus to Nuclear, Fossil Fuels
The department has canceled billion of dollars in federal funding for Biden-era energy projects over the past months.
Federal Judge Blocks IRS From Releasing Tax Data to Assist in Deportations
A federal judge in Washington ruled the federal government likely violated the law in adopting the information-release policy.
Trump, Mamdani Highlight Common Ground in White House Meeting
‘Some of his ideas really are the same ideas that I have,’ Trump said, noting shared goals on bringing down prices.
Zoox Launches Pilot Program of Free Robotaxi Service in San Francisco
The company launched its first autonomous ride-hailing service in Las Vegas in September.
US Asks Embassies to Report Human Rights, Public Safety Impacts of Mass Migration
The US encourages foreign governments and allies to engage more with citizens who are concerned about mass migration.
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Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Faces ‘Difficult’ Crossroads as It Weighs Trump’s 28-Point Peace Plan
Zelenskyy said Ukraine may face a choice between ‘loss of dignity’ or losing key U.S. support.
DOJ Sues California to End In-State College Tuition for Illegal Immigrants
The lawsuit cited federal authority granted under President Bill Clinton’s 1996 Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act.
Eric Swalwell Announces Run for California Governor on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’
As he enters the race for governor, Swalwell joins a crowded field of Democratic contenders.
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House Democrats Seek to Block Funding for US Military Action Against Venezuela
Trump has not ruled out the possibility of U.S. strikes on land-based targets or other military action against Venezuela specifically.
Long-Serving NYC House Democrat Rep. Velázquez Will Not Seek Reelection in 2026
The retirement of the first Puerto Rican woman in Congress opens a competitive fight to replace her in a safely Democratic New York City seat.
FAA Awards $10,000 Bonuses to 776 Air Traffic Workers Who Had Perfect Attendance During Shutdown
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy commended the workers for keeping the public safe during the federal government shutdown.
Lawmakers Want to Block US Purchases of Chinese Chipmaking Equipment
It’s a matter of national security that domestic chipmaking tools meet standards of ’reliability and integrity,' lawmaker says.
US Working ‘Quietly’ on Russia–Ukraine Peace Plan: White House
Trump ’supports this plan,‘ White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said. ’It’s a good plan for both Russia and Ukraine.’
Members of Congress Skeptical That Stock Trading Ban Will Pass
The members who are advocates of the bill said internal resistance to the measure within the Senate and House was high.
Judge Temporarily Blocks Termination of Protected Status for Syrians
Temporary protected status for Syrians was due to end on Nov. 21.
Order Restricting Use of Force by Immigration Agents in Chicago-Area Paused by Appeals Court
The federal appeals court also warned against ‘overreading’ its ruling and said a rapid appeal process could result in a ‘more tailored and appropriate’ order.
Jessica Tisch to Remain NYPD Commissioner Under Mamdani
The mayor-elect lauded Tisch’s work tackling corruption in the top levels of the police department.
Fed Split Over December Rate Cuts, Raising Economic Uncertainty
Federal Reserve meeting participants are concerned about jobs and inflation remaining above target.
Rep. Jordan Refers Jack Smith’s Former Aide to DOJ for Criminal Prosecution
The former official, Thomas Windom, had failed to provide answers to a House Republican panel in September, the letter says.
Appeals Court Pauses California Climate Disclosure Law
The court did not explain its decision.
