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DHS Announces Arrests as Immigration Operation Underway in Minneapolis
Authorities have said the operation has targeted noncitizens with criminal histories, including convictions for sexual offenses, fraud, and assault.
Border Encounters Drop to Record Low in November: CBP
November figures show continued drop, with zero releases for the seventh straight month as drug seizures jump.
Noem Says US Travel Ban to Expand to Over 30 Countries
The homeland security chief blamed asylum backlogs on Biden-era policies and linked the expanded ban to vetting concerns and unstable foreign governments.
2026 Housing Outlook: Real Estate Professionals Project Improved Affordability
Redfin expects wage growth to outpace home price growth for the first time since the Great Recession.
Trump Hires New Architect for White House Ballroom
Shalom Baranes takes over for James McCrery as lead on the $300 million project. McCrery will remain on project as consultant.
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Appeals Court Temporarily Lifts Block on National Guard in DC
Three appeals court judges removed a block on deploying more than 2,000 National Guard members in the nation’s capital.
House Republicans to Pass Bills Aimed at Blocking CCP Influence in K–12 Schools
‘The Chinese Communist Party’s attempts to interfere with our curriculum and students is a ... threat to our national security,’ Rep. Dave Joyce (R-Ohio) said.
California Launches Public Portal for Reporting Allegations of Federal Immigration Agent Misconduct
California’s new web portal is part of broader state resistance to federal enforcement efforts.
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Florida Lawmakers Hold First Committee Meeting on Redistricting
Legislators and attending civilians heard a presentation about the legal standards behind congressional districting.
7 Ukrainian Children Reunited With Their Families: First Lady
Russia has been accused of kidnapping 19,000 Ukrainian children since its invasion in February 2022.
Pentagon IG Releases Report on Hegseth’s Signal Use
The secretary of war did not comply with department protocol when using his personal cellphone to conduct official business, according to the report.
Senate Democrats Seek 3-Year Extension of Affordable Care Act Premium Tax Credits
Schumer sets up vote on 3-year ACA subsidy extension even as Democrats concede they lack the Republican support needed to pass it.
Trump Orders Flags Flown at Half-Staff in Memory of Slain National Guard Member
Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, has been charged with her death.
US Weekly Jobless Claims Fall to Lowest Level Since September 2022
Continuing jobless claims also edged lower for the second straight week to two-month low.
ICE Arrests Afghan National Accused of Supporting ISIS
Jaan Shah Safi, who entered the U.S. under the prior administration, is nabbed in Virginia on suspicion of providing support for the ISIS terrorist group.
18 States Now Have Cases of Potentially Deadly Infant Illness, Health Officials Say
The outbreak of infant botulism has expanded to 39 cases across 18 states.
Jack Smith Subpoenaed for Deposition Before House Judiciary Committee, Jordan Says
Smith had charged Trump in Washington over his challenging the results of the 2020 election.
IRS, Treasury Issue Guidance on Trump Accounts
Five types of contributions can be made to a child’s IRA account until the child turns 18.
San Francisco Sues Major Food Companies Over Ultra-Processed Products, Citing Health Crisis
The lawsuit alleges companies engineered addictive ultra-processed foods despite known health risks, pushing costs onto public systems and taxpayers.
Husband of Ex-New York Governor Aide Recorded Millions in Payments From China, Files Show
The defendants had a master list for a web of financial transactions. Prosecutors allege they were laundering illicit gains.
Top FDA Drug Regulator Departing After Weeks in Position
Dr. Richard Pazdur was named head of the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research in November.
Trump Reiterates Plan to Issue Tariff Dividend Payments, Increase Tax Refunds
The president and members of his Cabinet touted a message around the economy during a Tuesday White House meeting.
