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Abbott Freezes H-1B Hiring at Texas Universities
The Texas governor’s letter to state agency heads also requires them to disclose information about existing H-1B status workers.
Border Patrol-Involved Shooting in Arizona Leaves 1 Person Injured
The FBI said one person was taken into custody following an assault on a federal officer.
South Korea Scrambles to Implement Trade Deal With US After Trump Tariff Threat
President Donald Trump said he would raise tariffs on South Korean goods from 15 percent to 25 percent over Seoul’s delay in implementing a 2025 trade deal.
Trump Order Seeks to Fast-Track Rebuild of Los Angeles Properties Destroyed by Wildfires
The president criticized state and local governments for their handling of the Pacific Palisades and Eaton Canyon wildfires.
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Trump Says Noem Won’t Step Down Over Minnesota Shooting, Doing ‘Very Good Job’
‘Is Kristi Noem going to step down?’ a reporter asked. The president directly responded by saying no.
Education Department Moves to Overhaul College Accreditation Rules
A new round of rulemaking aims to make it easier for new accrediting agencies to enter the market and for colleges to switch accreditors.
Trump Admin Invites Oil Industry Input on New California Offshore Leases
No new Pacific drilling rights have been auctioned since 1984, following the 1969 Santa Barbara spill that released more than 4 million gallons of oil.
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First Lady Melania Trump Asks for Unity Amid Minneapolis Demonstrations
Local police arrest 26 protesters after local and federal leaders agree to new operation strategies.
Amazon to Close Go and Fresh Stores, Open More Than 100 Whole Foods Markets
The changes to Amazon-branded physical stores are intended to support the expansion of online grocery delivery services.
Eleanor Holmes Norton Announces Retirement After 3 Decades in Congress
Norton’s career began during the Civil Rights era.
IRS Opens 2026 Filing as White House Expects Largest Tax Refund Season
Average refunds issued to taxpayers are projected to jump by $1,000 or more, the White House said.
Olympic Snowboarder Ryan Wedding Pleads Not Guilty to Drug, Murder Charges
The former Olympian, who competed for Canada in 2002, is charged with cocaine trafficking, conspiracy to commit murder, and witness tampering.
Judge Weighs Minnesota’s Request to Block Federal Immigration Enforcement Surge
The judge ended the hearing in recess without ruling from the bench, citing the high importance of the case.
Protestor Apprehended for Using Caltrops to Deflate Tires of Law Enforcement Vehicles: DHS
In a post on Truth Social, Trump asked why Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey failed to deploy resources to deal with the protests.
Gold Rushes Past $5,000 to Record High
Gold prices have seen gains every trading day since Jan. 19.
Deaths Reported as Winter Storm Leaves 879,000 Without Power, 11,400 Flights Canceled
Icy conditions are expected to linger in parts of the United States for several days.
Airlines Cancel More Than 12,000 Flights as ‘Catastrophic’ Winter Storm Moves In
Around 140 million people are under a winter storm warning spanning a large segment of the country.
DHS Says 5-Year-Old Was ‘Abandoned’ by Parents During ICE Operation in Minnesota
‘ICE did NOT target, arrest a child or use a child as ‘bait,’ DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin said.
US Military Strikes Another Drug Boat in Eastern Pacific; 2 Killed
The U.S. Coast Guard launched a search and rescue mission for a lone survivor.
TikTok US Deal Finalized: What to Know
These are the new owners of the TikTok USDS Joint Venture.
