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Trump Credits Tariffs for Surprisingly Strong Economic Growth
The gross domestic product (GDP) grew in the third quarter by 4.3 percent, outpacing forecasts, according to a Commerce Department estimate.
Trump Says US Will Keep Oil, Tankers Seized off Coast of Venezuela
‘Maybe we’ll sell it ... maybe we’ll use it in the strategic reserves,’ the president said.
Macron Affirms Support for Greenland Sovereignty Amid US Interest in Annexation
France’s president made his comments following U.S. President Donald Trump’s appointment of an envoy to the self-governing Danish territory.
Nearly 40 Percent More Home Sellers Than Buyers in November: Redfin
The gap is more than double November last year. Home prices rose nearly 5 percent in seller’s markets and 1.1 percent in buyer’s markets year over year.
Ohio Congresswoman Sues Over Trump’s Name Added to Kennedy Center
The Democrat lawmaker’s suit calls the renaming ‘a flagrant violation of the rule of law, and it flies in the face of our constitutional order.’
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USCIS Updates Domestic Abuse Program Rule for Immigrants After Finding ‘Rampant’ Fraud
Self-petitions under the program had jumped around 360 percent between fiscal year 2020 and 2024.
Education Department Announces Safety Review of Brown University After Deadly Campus Shooting
The investigations focuses on possible Clery Act violations due to concerns over delayed alerts and security response.
Federal Judge Strikes Down California’s Policies Hiding Gender Switches From Parents
The permanent injunction includes language that bars any employee in California’s education system from ’misleading the parent.’
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Waymo Self-Driving Cars Stopped, Blocked Roads During San Francisco Power Outage
The problem has raised questions over the ability of autonomous vehicles to adapt to unpredictable or real-world driving conditions.
DOGE Cancels 55 Wasteful Contracts Valued at $863 Million in Past 5 Days
DOGE has estimated total savings of more than $214 billion since its creation, an amount it says equates to roughly $1,329 per taxpayer.
21 Democratic-Led States Sue Trump Admin Over CFPB Funding
The CFPB was established in 2011 under President Barack Obama in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis to oversee consumer financial protection.
Trump Unveils ‘Golden Fleet’ Initiative, New Battleship Class to Boost Sea Power
The president introduces new plans to revive U.S. shipbuilding and expand the Navy’s ship inventory.
DHS Offering $3,000 to Illegal Aliens to Self-Deport as Part of Holiday Deal
The arrangement will last ‘until the end of the year,’ says Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Asking Rents Decline in November: Zillow
Almost two out of every five rental listings now offer concessions, underscoring that renters have negotiating power in the current market.
US Pursuing 3rd Vessel in International Waters Near Venezuela
‘It is flying a false flag and under a judicial seizure order,’ a U.S. official said.
Trump Orders Federal Spectrum Shift to Secure US Lead in Global 6G Race
Analysts say early control over the spectrum could determine which countries shape the future digital economy and security environment.
Corporate Seed Control Raises Costs, Stakes for America’s Food Security
A majority of all U.S. seeds are provided by four companies, which some experts say has become a pressing national security issue.
Trump Announces $1.3 Billion in Sales of Gold Card Visas
The proceeds are going toward paying down the national debt.
Trump Nominates Marine General to Be New Head of Southern Command
Lt. Gen. Francis Donovan is currently the vice commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command, having served in this position since 2022.
5 Takeaways From Rubio’s Year-End Briefing
The secretary of state criticized Venezuelan officials for their alleged support of narco-terrorism, an issue the Trump administration has prioritized.
Rep. Elise Stefanik Drops Out of NY Governor’s Race, Won’t Seek Reelection
Stefanik’s decision means that only one candidate, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, is currently in the Republican primary contest.
