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Trump, Schumer Hold Rare Meeting at White House to Discuss Gateway Tunnel Project
The interstate tunnel project to connect New York and New Jersey, which has a $16 billion price tag, has been put on hold by the administration.
US Accuses South Africa of ‘Cozying Up’ to Iran Amid Protest Clampdown
The U.S. Embassy said South Africa’s naval drills that included Iran undermine maritime security as Tehran faces global condemnation amid protests.
Kidney Transplants Drop Amid Increased Organ Donation Oversight
Several organizations expressed concern about the decline.
Witkoff Recalls Trump’s Emotional Reaction When Freed Israeli Hostages Visited White House
Witkoff said that phase two of Trump’s peace plan has started, which involves the complete demilitarization and reconstruction of Gaza.
US Foreclosures Up 14 Percent in 2025; Florida Tops States
According to ATTOM, rising foreclosures reflect a continued normalization of the housing market after years of historically low levels.
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DHS Names New ICE Deputy Director
Former Deputy Director Madison Sheahan served in the role for a year before resigning this week.
Trump Admin Probes Alleged Discrimination Against Female Athletes in California
Federal DOJ, DOE to investigate California Community College Athletic Association’s ‘Transgender Participation Policy’
Trump Admin Sues California to Block Oil Drilling Setback Rule
A 2022 state law bars oil and gas development activities within 3,200 feet of ’sensitive' locations, including homes, schools, and hospitals.
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Supreme Court Upholds Warrantless Police Entry of Home to Prevent Harm
The Fourth Amendment is not violated when police enter a home without a warrant in some circumstances, the court found.
Mamdani Says He’ll Try to Discourage Trump From Sanctuary-Related Funding Cuts
Trump has pledged to end funding by Feb. 1 to sanctuary cities that restrict cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
Noem Says ‘No Plans’ to Pull ICE Out of Minnesota
The comment comes in the midst of protests following the shooting death of a woman in Minneapolis.
European Troops Arrive in Greenland as Macron Calls Emergency Meeting
‘At Denmark’s request, I have decided that France will participate in the joint exercises organized by Denmark in Greenland,’ Macron said in a post on X.
Unemployment Claims Drop Below 200,000 as Layoffs Stay Low
Recurring jobless claims also fall below 1.9 million, suggesting out-of-work people are finding jobs.
No Plan to Hang Protesters, Iranian Foreign Minister Says
Trump earlier said that executions by the regime won’t take place.
Supreme Court to Consider Government Request to Revive Removal Order Against Chinese National Convicted of Crime
A federal appeals court ruled immigration authorities violated the law after the man returned from a trip abroad.
Federal Court Upholds California’s Redrawn Maps Favoring Democrats
A three-judge panel ruled that Republicans had not made a compelling argument for enjoining California from implementing its redrawn congressional maps.
US, Denmark, Greenland to Form Working Group to Find Agreement on Island’s Future
Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosted the foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland in Washington on Jan. 14.
Trump Signs Bill Allowing Return of Whole Milk in Schools
The legislation complements the new ‘upside-down’ food pyramid unveiled by federal agencies last week.
Constraining Mega-Landlords Would Help Some Buyers, Won’t Solve Housing Woes: Industry Insiders
Investors flocked to the market during the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in prospective homebuyers complaining about boosted prices.
Lindsey Halligan Insists She Can Continue to Use US Attorney Title
The dispute over Lindsey Halligan’s appointment validity in Eastern Virginia continues.
DNC Launches Massive Voter Registration Effort Ahead of Midterms After GOP Makes Gains
The DNC said its new ‘When We Count’ program will train youth to register voters ahead of the 2026 election.
