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DeSantis Highlights Florida’s Freedom in Final State of State Address
‘Americans prefer the warmth of Florida freedom to the frigidity of New York collectivism,’ the state’s governor said.
Measles Cases Surge in South Carolina as Outbreak Spreads to Other States
The state health department says more than 400 people are in quarantine due to being exposed to measles.
Trump to Release New Health Care Affordability Plan in Coming Days
The issue has become a major political issue as the country prepares for midterm elections.
Trump Admin Awards $22 Million for Critical Mineral Supply Chains
The funding will target labor exploitation in Indonesia and Congo, where Chinese companies control critical mineral processing.
Military Adopts New Method for Measuring Body Fat
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth previewed the policy change on Sept. 30. Since taking office, Hegseth has placed renewed emphasis on fitness standards.
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US Designates Chapters of Muslim Brotherhood as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
Lebanese, Jordanian, and Egyptian chapters of Muslim Brotherhood were designated by the U.S. as foreign terrorist organizations.
10 Commandment Displays Became Law in Texas, Then the Lawsuits Came
A federal court is expected to hear lawsuits filed against laws in Louisiana and Texas directing schools to post the Ten Commandments.
Protesters Who Celebrated Maduro’s Capture Set to Sue Beijing, LA Chinese Consulate Over Attack
The attack happened on Jan. 4, when a Chinese Consulate guard pepper-sprayed several peaceful protesters.
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Aldi Plans to Open 180 New US Stores This Year
The company will invest $9 billion to reach its goal of 3,200 stores by 2028.
JPMorgan Chase Warns Trump Rate-Cap Proposal ‘Very Bad for Consumers’
‘Instead of lowering the price of credit, we’ll simply reduce the supply of credit,’ the bank’s CFO said in an earnings call.
House Panel to Initiate Contempt Proceedings Against Bill Clinton, Comer Says
The action will come months after subpoenas were issued to Clinton and his wife, Hillary, in the Epstein inquiry.
Trump Administration Ends Temporary Protection for Somalis in US
The protection had previously been extended through March 2026.
The Supreme Court Case That Could Determine the Future of Female Sports
The court is set to consider the legality of two state laws that ban males who identify as transgender from participating in girls’ sports.
Judge Says Trump Admin Illegally Cut Billions in Grants From Blue States’ Climate Projects
The grants were initially canceled after a review found the projects were not financially feasible and did not advance the country’s energy needs.
Minnesota, Illinois Sue Trump Admin Over ICE Deployments
The Minnesota lawsuit asks for an end to the surge in Minneapolis and St Paul and a block on similar actions in the future.
US Airstrikes Against Iran ‘On the Table,’ White House Confirms
‘Airstrikes would be one of the many, many options’ that the administration could use, Leavitt said.
Meta Taps Former Trump Adviser Dina Powell McCormick as President, Vice Chair
The appointment comes as Meta doubles down on its artificial intelligence ambitions.
Trump Signals He Will Likely Keep ExxonMobil Out of Venezuela
‘They had problems in the past because they didn’t have Trump as a president,’ Trump told reporters.
Protesters Clash with Federal Agents, Conservative Influencers Outside ICE Facility in Minnesota
Conservative influencers Nick Sortor and Cam Higby were involved in a clash with demonstrators.
Trump Urges Cuba to Strike Deal With US After Oil, Money Cut Off From Venezuela
Venezuela was Cuba’s top source for oil imports, which have largely been cut off since Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro’s capture by U.S. forces.
6 Killed in Shooting Spree in Mississippi; Suspect in Custody
Clay County District Attorney Scott Colom said his office will pursue the death penalty.
