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EPA Proposes Rolling Back Restrictions on Wastewater From Coal-Fired Power Plants
The EPA cited growing electricity demand from artificial intelligence data centers and manufacturing as key reasons for the move.
Vance Touts Administration’s Anti-Fraud Agenda in Maine Rally, Calls for Bipartisan Support
The vice president spoke to a packed crowd in Bangor about efforts to save taxpayers’ money while campaigning for Republican candidates.
House Ties 212–212 on Iran War Powers Resolution
A tied vote constitutes a defeat under House rules, blocking the latest Democratic-led resolution.
South Carolina Governor Calls Special Session on Redistricting, Budget
The special session would likely attempt to draw new borders for Rep. Jim Clyburn’s (D-S.C.) district, the sole Democrat-held seat in the state.
New Yorkers, Global Tourists Applaud Peaceful Falun Gong March as Persecution Rages in China
Nearly 2,000 practitioners marched through Midtown Manhattan on May 13 to mark World Falun Dafa Day.
Chinese Community Surprised by Eileen Wang’s Guilty Plea
Local officials said Chinese Americans should be careful to avoid being exploited by the CCP.
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CIA Director Visits Cuba Amid Fuel Crisis
A group of U.S. officials led by CIA Director John Ratcliffe were in Cuba on Thursday.
DOJ: Yale Medical School Illegally Gave Preferential Treatment to Black and Hispanic Student Applicants
The Ivy League institution continually violated federal Civil Rights laws despite a 2023 Supreme Court decision, the department’s investigation found.
Newsom Says Revised California Budget Eliminates State Deficit Through 2028
The proposed budget would cut $1.8 billion in spending and deposit $9.7 billion in reserves.
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Middle East Commander Says Iran’s Drones Are Depleted, US Navy Could Open Strait of Hormuz
Adm. Brad Cooper told senators that Tehran has 10 percent drone and missile capacity, disputing other assessments.
NIH Announces Discovery That Could Help Develop Measles Treatments
Scientists funded by the government carried out the work.
Fetterman Says Democratic AI Moratorium Push Is ‘Lunacy,’ ‘China-First’
The Pennsylvania Democrat criticized a Sanders-Ocasio-Cortez bill that would pause AI data center construction until federal safeguards are in place.
Supreme Court Extends Order Allowing Abortion Pill Access by Mail
A federal judge previously ruled that a state lawsuit against mifepristone may not move forward until federal regulators complete their review of the drug.
Social Security Recipients Could See Larger Payment Adjustment in 2027 Amid Higher Inflation
A senior citizens group said that Social Security payments could rise by nearly 4 percent next year.
Bessent Says US, China to Launch AI Safety Talks After Trump–Xi Meeting in Beijing
The Treasury secretary said Washington aims to shape global AI standards with U.S. values while maintaining its lead over China.
US Doctor From Hantavirus-Linked Cruise Ship Cleared to Leave Nebraska Isolation Unit
‘I want to emphasize that the risk to the general public is low,’ an official from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention told reporters.
Day in Photos: Falun Dafa Day, Mayor Acting as Agent for China, and National Police Week
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Jury Convicts Chinese American Who Operated China’s NYC Police Station
The Fujian hometown association leader’s close association with China’s security apparatus stretches back to at least 2015.
US Government Settles With Former NYT Reporter in Censorship Case
The settlement acknowledged Biden administration officials coerced social media companies to suppress speech, in violation of the U.S. Constitution.
US Forces Redirect 65 Commercial Vessels, Disable 4 Amid Iran Blockade: CENTCOM
The blockade is aimed at putting economic pressure on Iran as the country loses out on export revenues and importing essentials such as food gets harder.
9 Imminent Supreme Court Rulings to Watch For
In the coming weeks, the Supreme Court is expected to release consequential decisions on birthright citizenship, girls sports, and mail-in ballots.
Trump Says No Need for China’s Assistance in Resolving Iran War
‘We’ll win it one way or the other,’ the U.S. president said of the war waged to ensure Iranian regime does not get access to nuclear weapons.
4 Democrats Aim for GOP Congressman’s New Jersey Seat
A Navy pilot, a physician, a former Small Business Administration senior official, and an entrepreneur compete for a chance to face Rep. Tom Kean Jr.
