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Top FDA Drug Regulator Discloses Why He Resigned
‘Promises made, promises not kept,’ Dr. Richard Pazdur said.
Trump Announces 25 Percent Tariff on Chips Not Used Domestically
Chips that are transshipped through the United States to other countries will be subject to the tariff, the White House says.
Trump Signs Order Targeting Critical Mineral Supply Chain
A new executive order by President Donald Trump attempts to further strengthen America’s supply chains for critical minerals.
Hochul Pushes to Ease Environmental Laws to Speed Up Housing Developments
Cuts in state environmental laws and regulations could help with Orange County’s growing housing crisis.
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Trump Expresses Confidence China Can Open Markets to US Goods
‘We’ve been doing very well with China,’ Trump said.
In Some Minnesota Schools, the Focus Is Reading, Writing, and Resistance
The recent ICE protests coincide with the state’s strong push for more left-leaning ideology in schools.
Southern California Fire Chief Takes Helm of US Wildland Fire Service
Former Orange County Fire Authority Brian Fennessy grew up in Altadena, the community devastated by the Eaton Fire in 2025.
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Hochul Focuses on Affordability, Trump in State of the State Address
The New York governor says she wants to allow individuals to sue federal Immigration officers.
President Signs Bill Allowing Return of Whole Milk in Schools
The legislation complements the new ‘upside-down’ food pyramid unveiled by federal agencies last week.
Venezuela Releases American Political Prisoners
A local rights group confirmed that 56 prisoners have been released so far, while Venezuelan officials say more than 400 were freed, but without any proof.
NASA, Department of Energy to Develop Nuclear Reactor for Moon by 2030
The renewed commitment also makes clear that reactor development will be vital for future missions to Mars and beyond.
In Motor City, Trump Credits Tariffs for ‘Unbelievable Success’
The president highlighted his policies driving investments and called for an economic revival in Michigan.
Pentagon Injects $1 Billion Into L3Harris to Boost Missile Motor Output
The rare direct-to-supplier deal targets missile production bottlenecks as Trump demands faster output and tougher contractor oversight.
Cuba Not in Talks With US Following Trump’s Threat, Cuban Leader Says
Trump has warned that Cuba should forge a deal with the United States ‘before it is too late.’
DOGE Cancels Contracts Worth $1.5 Billion Over a 5-Day Period
Among the cancellations is a $1.2 million professional services contract for a ‘DCO Gender and Social Inclusion Director Full Time.’
House Republicans Unveil Legislation to Ban Congressional Stock Trading
The bill is the first of its kind to win the backing of House leadership.
Supreme Court Hears Louisiana Communities’ Lawsuits Against Energy Companies
A federal appeals court ruled against energy companies in the jurisdictional dispute, saying the lawsuits should be heard in state court.
Sen. Mark Kelly Sues Pentagon Over Punishment for ‘Illegal Orders’ Video
‘Defendants’ actions violate numerous constitutional guarantees and have no basis in statute,’ the lawsuit states.
Dan Bongino to Return as Radio Talk Show Host Next Month
After an 11-month tenure as the FBI’s deputy director that ended on Jan. 3, he said he will host a two-hour show on weekdays starting on Feb. 2.
