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Florida’s AI Bill of Rights and Trump’s Executive Order: What We Know
Would a presidential executive order take precedence over state regulations? Who will foot the bill for costly AI data centers in Florida? Here’s what we know.
DHS Ends Temporary Protected Status for Ethiopians
The move comes as the Trump administration rolls back TPS designations it says have been exploited and fuel illegal immigration.
Small Business Administration Must Do More to Address Fraud, Payment Risks: GAO Official
An official at the watchdog agency said COVID-19 relief programs were one of the most susceptible places for fraud and improper payments.
91,000 Bottles of Chronic Kidney Disease Drug Recalled Over Carcinogens
Three different strengths of cinacalcet hydrochloride tablets were confirmed under recall by the FDA this week due to the presence of nitrosamines.
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Oklahoma Black Lives Matter Leader Indicted Over Alleged $3.15 Million Embezzlement
FBI Director Kash Patel said Tashella Sheri Amore Dickerson allegedly used her position ‘to steal donor money and enrich herself.’
Education Dept Says It Prevented $1 Billion in Student Aid Fraud After Reinstating Safeguards
Education officials said the pause of anti-fraud measures during the COVID-era created opportunities for scammers.
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Beijing’s Escalating Aggression Cements US–Japan Alliance: Analysts
Beijing’s intensifying military and economic pressure against Tokyo is seen as a strategy to mask deepening domestic instability and social unrest.
Minneapolis Passes Beefed-Up Sanctuary Law, Citing ‘City Values’ as ICE Arrests Mount
The 13-0 vote further underscores progressives’ opposition to Trump’s ramped-up enforcement of immigration laws.
Indiana Senate Rejects Redistricting Bill Favoring Republicans
The vote was 19–31, with 21 senators from the Republican supermajority voting against the bill.
Americans Could See up to $2,000 Tax Refunds Next Year, Says Treasury Secretary
Refunds will be coming during the tax year, Scott Bessent said.
Trump Admin Confirms Backup Plan If Supreme Court Rules Against Tariffs
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer discussed tariffs during an event hosted by the Atlantic Council on Dec. 10.
House Passes $901 Billion Compromise Defense Policy Bill
The bill will now go before the Senate for consideration.
RFK Jr.’s Former Group Calls on FDA to Revoke Approval for Most COVID-19 Vaccines
Children’s Health Defense says three of the four available vaccines should be withdrawn.
FDA Analyzing Safety of RSV Antibodies Approved for Young Children
The probe is being led by the FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research.
CCP’s History of ‘Broken Promises,’ Human Rights Abuses Harms US, World: Congressional Commission
China continues to rank among the worst human rights offenders in the world, despite ratifying a number of international human rights agreements.
Trump Touts Lower Prices, Bigger Paychecks in 1st Stop of National Tour
Speaking to a crowd in Pennsylvania, the president highlighted his administration’s efforts to lower the cost of living nationwide.
Senate to Vote on GOP Alternative to Expiring Obamacare Subsidies
Republicans dash to finish health care solutions ahead of an expected vote on extending Obamacare enhanced subsidies, favored by Democrats.
