Republicans had pursued including the funding alongside a $73 billion funding package for immigration enforcement operations through 2029.
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) is facing a stern challenge from Trump-backed Ed Gallrein in the most expensive House race in U.S. history.
The market for second-life batteries is booming, but experts warn that safety rules have yet to catch up.
Two teenagers were in custody and a potential third suspect was being sought following at least 10 random weekend shootings in Austin, Texas.
The World Health Organization declared the virus a ‘public health emergency of international concern.’
Tracy Beth Hoeg, acting director of the Food and Drug Administration’s drug research center, said she was fired from her position.

The temporary sanctions waiver had allowed India to purchase discounted Russian oil without penalty.
The event features a lineup of speakers and performers sharing scripture, testimony, and song in a collective moment of national rededication.
Letlow and Fleming face a runoff election on June 27.
For Japan, Taiwan is closely tied to its own security debate and to the U.S. military posture in the western Pacific.
The lawsuit alleges that Amazon has refused to seek tariff refunds due to political and commercial interests.
Peters, who alleged fraud in the 2020 election, was convicted of lying to state officials. Trump said he pardoned Peters, but that power lies with Gov. Polis.
Price pressures persist for U.S. firms due to soaring global energy costs.
The monument park would feature 250 life-sized statues honoring figures from U.S. history for the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding.
The president said he has not yet decided whether to move ahead with a major U.S. arms package for Taiwan.
The EPA cited growing electricity demand from artificial intelligence data centers and manufacturing as key reasons for the move.
Jose Enrique Martinez Flores will make his first federal court appearance on May 15.
Redistricting efforts started after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that limited the use of race when drawing boundaries for Louisiana’s electoral districts.
Ensitrelvir is approved in Japan.