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NASA Gears Up for Medical Departure From Space Station, Moon Rocket Rollout
Artemis II is slated to launch after Feb. 6 from Kennedy Space Center, Florida.
DeSantis Highlights Florida’s Freedom in Final State of State Address
‘Americans prefer the warmth of Florida freedom to the frigidity of New York collectivism,’ the state’s governor said.
Measles Cases Surge in South Carolina as Outbreak Spreads to Other States
The state health department says more than 400 people are in quarantine due to being exposed to measles.
DNC Launches Massive Voter Registration Effort Ahead of Midterms After GOP Makes Gains
The DNC said its new ‘When We Count’ program will train youth to register voters ahead of the 2026 election.
Trump Admin Awards $22 Million for Critical Mineral Supply Chains
The funding will target labor exploitation in Indonesia and Congo, where Chinese companies control critical mineral processing.
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Former US Navy Sailor Sentenced to Nearly 17 Years in Prison for Selling Military Secrets to China
Wei Jinchao was convicted of selling information about American warship systems and the operations and maintenance of those systems by the U.S. Navy.
10 Commandment Displays Became Law in Texas, Then the Lawsuits Came
A federal court is expected to hear lawsuits filed against laws in Louisiana and Texas directing schools to post the Ten Commandments.
Protesters Who Celebrated Maduro’s Capture Set to Sue Beijing, LA Chinese Consulate Over Attack
The attack happened on Jan. 4, when a Chinese Consulate guard pepper-sprayed several peaceful protesters.
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DeSantis Spotlights AI Threats in Florida State of State Address
In December 2025, DeSantis announced a proposed AI Bill of Rights, sparking debate over individual state regulations versus a unified federal approach.
Aldi Plans to Open 180 New US Stores This Year
The company will invest $9 billion to reach its goal of 3,200 stores by 2028.
Pentagon Injects $1 Billion Into L3Harris to Boost Missile Motor Output
The rare direct-to-supplier deal targets missile production bottlenecks as Trump demands faster output and tougher contractor oversight.
Cuba Not in Talks With US Following Trump’s Threat, Cuban Leader Says
Trump has warned that Cuba should forge a deal with the United States ‘before it is too late.’
DOGE Cancels Contracts Worth $1.5 Billion Over a 5-Day Period
Among the cancellations is a $1.2 million professional services contract for a ‘DCO Gender and Social Inclusion Director Full Time.’
House Republicans Unveil Legislation to Ban Congressional Stock Trading
The bill is the first of its kind to win the backing of House leadership.
Supreme Court Hears Louisiana Communities’ Lawsuits Against Energy Companies
A federal appeals court ruled against energy companies in the jurisdictional dispute, saying the lawsuits should be heard in state court.
Sen. Mark Kelly Sues Pentagon Over Punishment for ‘Illegal Orders’ Video
‘Defendants’ actions violate numerous constitutional guarantees and have no basis in statute,’ the lawsuit states.
Dan Bongino to Return as Radio Talk Show Host Next Month
After an 11-month tenure as the FBI’s deputy director that ended on Jan. 3, he said he will host a two-hour show on weekdays starting on Feb. 2.
States Poised to Win Supreme Court Battle Over Men in Women’s Sports, Legal Experts Predict
The laws at issue in Idaho and West Virginia prevent transgender-identifying athletes from participating in women’s school sports teams.
America in Photos: Minneapolis Protests, Jan. 6 Anniversary, and Uvalde Shooting Memorial
Notable moments from the past week in America.
New York Civil Trial to Examine Liability in Teen Gender Surgery Case
The trial will determine liability for medical providers accused of malpractice in a gender dysphoria treatment involving surgery on a 16-year-old patient.
Venezuela’s Machado Can’t Give Her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump, Institute Says
The Venezuelan opposition leader praised President Donald Trump and U.S. forces for the mission that extracted Maduro.
