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Trump Media to Merge With Nuclear Fusion Company TAE in $6 Billion Deal
The merger aims to create one of the world’s first publicly traded fusion companies and support America’s technology and energy dominance ambitions.
Next Federal Reserve Chairman Will Believe in Lower Interest Rates ‘By a Lot,’ Says Trump
Last week, Trump told The Wall Street Journal that his shortlist for replacing Fed Chairman Jerome Powell was down to Kevin Warsh and Kevin Hassett.
Health Department Cuts Millions of Dollars in Grants for American Academy of Pediatrics
The grants ‘no longer align with the Department’s mission or priorities,’ a spokesperson said.
US Judge Plans to Block Hundreds of Trump Admin Layoffs
U.S. District Judge Susan Illston also noted she would require the rehiring of about 300 employees at several departments.
Pentagon Exercises $7.3 Billion Option for Humana to Oversee Military Health Care in East
The contract ensures continued care for millions of service members, retirees, and families beginning in 2026.
NAR Predicts Top 10 Housing Hot Spots for 2026—Most Have Strong Millennial Presence
The association also forecast existing home sales to increase by 14 percent in the coming year.
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US Government Admits FAA, Army Failures in Washington Air Crash That Killed 67 People
The government stated that the Army helicopter crew ‘negligently failed’ to exercise the required vigilance to ensure separation from the passenger jet.
House Passes Bill to Restore Whole Milk to National School Lunch Program
The lack of whole milk in schools has been ‘limiting healthy choices’ for students, a lawmaker said.
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Trump Vows to Reduce Home Prices With ‘Aggressive‘ Housing Plans
The president suggested that increased illegal immigration under the previous administration has significantly contributed to rising home prices.
House Rejects Measures to Block Strikes on Venezuela, Drug Smuggling Boats
This comes one day after Trump ordered a blockade on sanctioned oil tankers going to and from Venezuela.
Energy Department Funded Chinese Defense, Quantum Research, Lawmakers Find
Lawmakers and researchers sound the alarm on the academic loophole that enables the sharing of sensitive research with China.
Dan Bongino to Resign as FBI Deputy Director
Bongino announced he will leave the FBI in January.
Rollins Urges Minnesota to Recertify SNAP Recipients Amid Fraud Allegations
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said failure to comply would put Minnesota’s participation in SNAP at risk.
Pentagon Escalates Probe of Sen. Mark Kelly Over ‘Illegal Orders’ Video
The investigation could lead to a court-martial. Kelly’s lawyer said it has ‘no legitimate basis.’
Hegseth Says Video of Sept. 2 Boat Strike Will Be Released to Select Lawmakers
Republicans and Democrats in Congress are split on the legality and implications of the Trump administration’s actions near Venezuela.
US Brings in Record $200 Billion From New Tariffs, US Customs Says
The announcement came as the Supreme Court is set to rule on the legality of many of the duties.
US, Mexico Reach Agreement to Fix Tijuana River Sewage Crisis: EPA
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said the agreement sets the ‘framework for tremendous steps to be made.’
Speaker Johnson Has a Health Care Plan—Here’s What’s in It
House Republicans scramble to vote on legislation to lower health insurance premiums within days of the expiration of enhanced Obamacare subsidies.
Trump Designates Fentanyl as Weapon of Mass Destruction
The president’s executive order was issued during a ceremony honoring military members for helping secure the border.
CDC Reports Nearly 3 Million People Have Caught the Flu This Season Across US
More broadly, respiratory activity across the United States was described by the CDC in a Dec. 12 update as ‘low.’
