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Federal Reserve Rate Hike Necessary If Inflation Doesn’t Cool, Minutes Show
Despite growing hawkish sentiment, ‘I don’t think you’re going to see the Fed hiking,’ says one top market analyst.
Trump Nominates Dr. Heidi Overton to Lead FDA
President Trump called Overton, a top White House aide, a ‘rockstar’ in his administration.
Comey’s ‘86 47’ Post Could Objectively Be Read as Threat Against Trump, DOJ Argues
The former FBI director was previously indicted for allegedly threatening the president online.
Amazon to Expand Drone Deliveries to Nearly 500 US Cities
The company says it can deliver small packages in as little as 30 minutes.
Wasserman Schultz Wins Florida Primary in District Long Held by Black Democrats
The congresswoman received 45 percent of the vote against four black candidates, one of whom criticized her for running during the campaign.
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US, South Korea Trim Military Exercises After Trump Orders Scale-Back
Ulchi Freedom Shield is an annual exercise that includes live, virtual, and field-based training across multiple military services.
Education Department Investigating Two K–12 Districts for Allegedly Factoring Race Into Student Discipline
The department also sent a ‘Dear Colleague’ letter to schools noting that every student must be treated even-handedly under Civil Rights laws.
Meta Rejects Claims it Tried to Addict Children to Facebook, Instagram as Landmark Trial Starts
Twenty-nine states are suing Meta, seeking civil penalties the company says could run as high as $1.4 trillion, the approximate value of the company.
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Judge Who Presided Over Karmelo Anthony’s Conviction Removed as Defendant Seeks New Trial
Anthony is seeking a retrial after being sentenced to 35 years in prison for the murder of Austin Metcalf.
US Army Selects Hanwha Defense to Build Mobile Artillery Prototypes
The selection marks a milestone for South Korea’s Hanwha, as it seeks to leverage its global artillery business to win orders from the U.S. military.
Pennsylvania Governor Signs Order Curbing AI Data Centers
Shapiro is the second Democratic executive to do so, following Hochul in New York.
Rep. Hageman Wins Wyoming GOP Primary for US Senate
The president endorsed Hageman ahead of the primary.
Byron Donalds to Face David Jolly in Florida’s Gubernatorial Election
Former GOP Rep. David Jolly won the Democratic primary in an underdog bid to end the GOP’s quarter-century grip on the Governor’s Mansion in Tallahassee.
Top Health Official Calls for Supporting People Who Halt Gender Transitions
‘We want to help them heal,’ Dr. Brian Christine said.
Rapper Tupac Shakur Was Killed in Revenge for Casino Beatdown, Jury Told
Chief Deputy District Attorney Binu Palal said Duane Davis planned the shooting of Tupac Shakur in September 1996 in retaliation for his nephew being assaulted.
Fungi Fever: Hunting Mushrooms in the Grand Canyon State
When it rains, it spores in Arizona’s high country.
Building Near White House Bought by Shanghai CCP-Linked Figure’s Foundation
Public records do not disclose how the foundation financed the purchase or what it plans to do with the property.
House Democratic Leader Says He Does Not Support Medicare for All
Rep. Ro Khanna cited a recent Yale study that found Medicare for All could save $1 trillion in healthcare costs.
Kushner Holds Talks With Netanyahu on Gaza Peace Plan
Washington is seeking to bridge differences between Israel and Hamas over implementation of a Trump-backed plan for lasting regional peace.
Diversity Lawsuits Force DEI Agenda on American Companies, Consumer Group Says
Settlements often require companies to hire diversity executives, conduct external audits, and implement DEI training, the report states.
Democrats Approve Competing Resolutions to Abolish, Reform ICE
The votes are not binding, but they spotlight the party’s splintered views on ICE. The party’s platform will be determined at the 2028 convention.
