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Watchdog Uncovers Over $750 Million in Improper Unemployment Insurance Payments in New York
New York is among the ‘worst states’ when it comes to unemployment insurance fraud, according to the watchdog.
US Imposes 25 Percent Tariff on Some Brazilian Imports Over Negotiation Impasse
Brazil said there was ‘no justification’ for the measures, vowing a challenge through the World Trade Organization.
Trump Says He May Eliminate Iran’s IRGC Like He Did ISIS
The president’s remarks came amid intensifying U.S. military operations against Iran and Tehran’s attempts to restrict Gulf shipping flows.
Trade Chief Greer Sees Progress in US–Swiss Trade Talks
Washington says Swiss companies are investing in the United States while negotiations continue on a permanent trade agreement.
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Minnesota and Canada Wildfires Spill Smoke Across Northeast
Major East Coast population centers are beset by heavy smoke.
Kelsey Grammer Working on Project to Shore Up History Education That He Says Has Been Lacking
The Emmy Award-winning actor says brilliant founding fathers have not been recognized for the work they did in starting the United States of America.
1 Dead, 3 Missing After Boat Sinks in San Francisco Bay Near Alcatraz
Authorities concluded their search on Wednesday evening and reported that three people are still missing.
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House China Committee Presses for Rule Barring Federal Research Ties to Blacklisted Entities
The National Science Foundation plans a similar restriction in fiscal 2027. One Democrat says staffing and budget cuts weaken enforcement.
House Defeats Bid to End Israel Aid
The U.S. House rejected an amendment by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) that would have eliminated $3.3 billion in annual U.S. military aid to Israel.
Senators Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Counter China’s Repression on US Soil
‘With transnational repression on the rise, it is critical that we take strong action to investigate and prosecute bad actors,’ Sen. Adam Schiff said.
CDC Director Nominee Says She Will ‘Never Betray the Science’ When Asked About Vaccines
Dr. Erica Schwartz said that she will stand up for what is right.
Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Initiate Congressional Action on Social Security
The bill comes after an annual trustees report showed that Social Security’s retirement trust fund could become depleted in 2032.
Coast Guard Apprehends 35 Suspected Illegal Immigrants, 3 Smugglers Near San Diego
The agency intercepted more than 11,000 illegal immigrants last year.
Supreme Court Justice Kagan Condemns Court Leaks
This was the first time in seven years that any justice had testified before a congressional committee. Two justices testified for increased security funding.
From Bailouts to Balance Sheets: Key Takeaways From Warsh’s 1st Congressional Hearing
‘We need a regime change in policy,’ Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh tells House officials.
IBM Shares Plunge After Warning of Worse-Than-Expected Earnings
The company attributed the weak quarterly results to disappointing performance of its flagship z17 artificial intelligence mainframe program.
Trump Swaps Hormuz Toll Plan for Gulf Trade Deals
The latest announcement is ‘based on highly productive conversations with Middle East leadership,’ the U.S. president said.
Health Department Releases $10 Billion in Withheld Funds to 5 States
A judge had blocked the Department of Health and Human Services from freezing the money as litigation proceeds.
Department of Interior Disrupts Major Narcotics Operation in California
Officials seized enough fentanyl that could potentially kill more than 1.2 million people.
