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US Military to Develop Small-Scale Refinery in Idaho for Critical Minerals
If successful, the plant could become the first domestic antimony refinery in more than 60 years.
1 Dead, 2 Critically Injured in Shooting at Kentucky State University, Suspect In Custody
Officials will discuss details at a press conference later on Tuesday evening.
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‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ Author Warns of Communism in Financial Institutions
Robert Kiyosaki said the Federal Reserve Bank’s policies are devaluing currency and negatively affecting middle-class Americans.
New Bipartisan Bills Aim to Raise Penalties for Online Child Abuse, Sextortion
One bill creates a federal crime for pushing minors to harm themselves or others, with penalties reaching life in prison in some cases.
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Education Department Reaches Deal to Dismantle Biden’s Student Loan Plan
Some 7 million student loan borrowers would have to enroll in a different program and repay their debt if a court approves the settlement.
Abbott Backs TPUSA Expansion Into Texas High Schools
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick earlier pledged $1 million to support the expansion.
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Global Pushback Builds Against China’s Export Strategy as Trade Imbalances Deepen
The EU and Mexico are weighing new tariffs as Beijing’s export-driven model fuels overcapacity, strains markets, and heightens geopolitical tensions.
EU Opens Antitrust Probe of Google Over Content Use for AI
This is the second investigation the European Commission opened against Google in two months, after launching a probe into the tech giant’s anti-spam efforts.
US Signs Health Deals With Kenya, Rwanda Under New Aid Model: What to Know
The deals are aimed at encouraging both nations to assume more financial responsibility as the United States gradually reduces its support over the years.
Small Business Optimism Edges Higher Despite Labor Concerns
A net 19 percent of owners said they plan to create jobs in the next three months, the highest reading of 2025.
Federal Judge Tosses Trump’s Order Halting Wind Energy Projects
U.S. District Judge Patti Saris ruled in favor of a coalition of attorneys general from 17 states and the District of Columbia.
Alina Habba Resigns as Acting US Attorney for New Jersey
The decision was confirmed by Habba and Attorney General Pam Bondi on Dec. 8.
Trump Announces $12 Billion Farm Aid Program
The aid package is meant to help farmers affected by tariffs and other factors.
Trump Says He Will Be Involved in Netflix-Warner Bros. Deal Review
US lawmakers and industry groups have warned the deal would concentrate too much power in the US entertainment market.
Trump Hosts Kennedy Center Honors Awards Ceremony
A number of prominent figures, including Sylvester Stallone, the band KISS, and Gloria Gaynor, were honored at the event.
Hegseth Lays Out Trump’s ‘America First’ Military Strategy
The war secretary called Trump the ‘rightful heir’ to President Ronald Reagan’s military and foreign policy legacy.
Prosecutors Rest Their Case Against Ex-Hochul Aide After Calling Several Dozen Witnesses
Defense expects to present its side early next week.
US Border Patrol to Charge $5,000 Apprehension Fee for Illegal Border Crossers
The apprehension fee was authorized under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that President Donald Trump signed into law in July.
House Panel Urges Apple, Google to Remove Apps That Track ICE Agents
A gunman used an app to track the movements of federal agents before opening fire on an ICE facility in Dallas on Sept. 24.
