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A Mother’s Loss Inspires a Documentary as Debate Over Kratom Intensifies
Fans swear Kratom is helpful. Critics say it’s addictive and could be deadly. Researchers are still exploring the complexities of this botanical product.
California Faces Scrutiny Over Hospice Fraud–What to Know
‘The normalization of hospice fraud in California has to stop,’ said Mehmet Oz, the Medicare and Medicaid Services chief. ‘The numbers are shocking.’
ICE Agents to Assist With Airport Security Lines Starting Monday, Trump Says
Trump did not reveal the airports to which immigration agents would be deployed.
California Grapples With Staffing Agency Fraud Amid Oversight Gaps
Nationally, U.S. staffing firms hired 12.7 million temporary and contract employees from 2023 to 2024, according to the American Staffing Association.
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NATO Removes Hundreds of Personnel From Iraq Amid Iran War
All of NATO Mission Iraq’s personnel exited the country by March 20.
In the Name of Civics, These Teens Took on the Impossible
The semifinal round of the Presidential 1776 Award national competition is scheduled for May 2 at five American presidential libraries and museums.
Federal Judge Tosses DOJ’s Lawsuit Against California’s Egg Law
The Justice Department was given two weeks to file an amended complaint.
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Airport Disruptions to Worsen as DHS Funding Fight Drags On, Transportation Secretary Warns
TSA officer absences continue to rise during the partial government shutdown, with lawmakers still deadlocked over DHS funding.
Trump Backs Changes to Health Savings Accounts–What to Know
Some lawmakers want to breathe new life into an old idea by expanding the use of Health Savings Accounts.
Senate to Work Through Weekend Debating SAVE America Act
Republicans face steep hurdles to pass the election integrity bill, which has been championed by President Donald Trump.
Troops Discharged Over COVID-19 Vaccine Refusal Have More Time to Rejoin: Hegseth
Approximately 8,700 troops were discharged for not receiving the COVID-19 vaccine after requirements were imposed in 2021.
US Military Strikes Iranian Surface-to-Surface Missile Factory
U.S. Central Command also says the United States has continued to hit targets ‘deep inside’ Iran.
US, Japan Unveils Action Plan to Secure Critical Minerals Supply Chain
The two nations seek to discuss the feasibility of ‘border-adjusted price floors,’ starting with a select group of critical minerals.
Trump Hosts Japanese PM for White House Dinner After Long Day of Bilateral Talks
The U.S. president and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi committed to a strong partnership between the two nations.
Questions Swirl Over Renewal of Surveillance Powers Law
Some lawmakers do not support a clean, 18-month reauthorization of FISA’s Section 702, worrying past reforms are not enough to protect Americans’ rights.
Oil Exceeds $119 a Barrel Amid Ongoing Strikes Against Gulf States, Hormuz Blockade
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on March 19 that President Donald Trump was considering another oil release from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
Alaska Oil Lease Sale Draws 430 Bids, Nets Record $163.7 Million in Revenue
At least 10 companies secure access to 1.3 million acres of public lands in first lease offering since 2019 on the 23 million-acre National Petroleum Reserve.
US Has a New Ally in Latin America—Here’s Why It Matters
Chilean President José Antonio Kast’s election signals new opportunities for deeper security cooperation, analysts say.
Friends, Family Honor Soldier Killed in Iran War
The remains of Captain Cody Khork of the U.S. Army Reserve came home to Winter Haven, Florida, where thousands of people attended his funeral procession.
