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US, Taiwan Reach $500 Billion Chips Deal
The U.S. commerce secretary said he expects TSMC to double its presence in the U.S. and the industry to build out ‘giant semiconductor industrial parks.’
CIA Releases New Video to Encourage Chinese to Divulge ‘Truth About China’
The agency outlines nine operational security measures in its third Chinese-language video aimed at potential sources inside China.
US Says ‘All Options Are on the Table’ in Emergency UN Meeting on Iran
The ambassador’s stark message comes as Iranian dissidents testify to the regime’s clampdown on nationwide protests.
New Deputy Director Appointed in ICE Leadership Shuffle
Former Deputy Director Madison Sheahan served in the role for a year before resigning this week.
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.
Trump Admin Probes Alleged Discrimination Against Female Athletes in California
Federal DOJ, DOE to investigate California Community College Athletic Association’s ‘Transgender Participation Policy’
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California Rejects Louisiana’s Request to Extradite Doctor Who Mailed Abortion Pills
Louisiana’s attempt to extradite Dr. Rémy Coeytaux is the second time it has sought to enforce its abortion ban against an out-of-state doctor.
Bureau of Indian Education Schools Reach Highest Graduation Rates in History
Students recorded a 9 percent increase in math proficiency and a 10 percent jump in English language arts proficiency since 2016.
Dr. Oz: States Spending Medicaid Funds on Illegal Immigrants ‘Worse Than We Thought’
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is withholding $300 million from California over alleged unlawful Medicaid spending.
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DOJ Asks Appeals Court to Reconsider Alina Habba’s Disqualification
The petition asks for the full court to rehear the case after a three-judge panel affirmed a decision to remove her as acting U.S. attorney for New Jersey.
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.
Trump Calls USMCA Trade Deal ‘Irrelevant’ as Carney Courts Beijing
‘I don’t even think about USMCA,’ Trump said.
State Department Warns Americans to Avoid Travel to Military Sites in Middle East Amid Iran Tensions
The advisory came after Trump threatened ’very strong action' if Iran hangs protesters and Iranian officials hinted U.S. bases and ships could be targeted.
FBI Searched Home of Journalist Who Reported on Leaked Information, Bondi Says
The journalist is accused of reporting information obtained from a Pentagon contractor.
Key Primary Races to Watch in 2026
In races from California to Texas to Maine, high-profile candidates are vying for House, Senate, and gubernatorial nominations.
US Gives Go-Ahead for Nvidia’s H200 Chip Sales to China
Regulations say China cannot receive more than half of the quantity of chips sold to U.S. consumers.
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.
Former US Navy Sailor Sentenced to Nearly 17 Years in Prison for Selling Military Secrets to China
Wei Jinchao was convicted of selling information about American warship systems and the operations and maintenance of those systems by the U.S. Navy.
