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Trump Creates Clearinghouse Site for Individual Retirement Accounts
TrumpIRA will enable low- and middle-income Americans to shop for retirement plans eligible for a federal matching contribution.
DOJ Launches West Coast Strike Force Targeting Health Care Fraud
The Justice Department aims to address health care fraud in Arizona, Nevada, and the San Francisco area.
Trump Says He May Consider Withdrawing Troops From Italy, Spain
‘Why shouldn’t I? Italy has not been of any help, and Spain has been horrible, absolutely horrible,’ Trump said.
Texas Attorney General Expands H-1B Fraud Investigation
The state is investigating whether businesses operated ‘ghost offices’ and falsely represented themselves as sponsors of foreign workers.
US Mortgage Debt Hits $13.2 Trillion, Average Household Owes Nearly $109,000
Mortgage debt has been on an upward trend over the past few years, WalletHub said.
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Senate Passes Rule Banning Members From Trading on Prediction Markets
The rule, which received unanimous approval, was designed to stop lawmakers and their staffers from insider trading.
Education Department Probes Stanford Over Alleged Racial Discrimination
The university ‘appears to be conditioning access’ to a program based on the skin color of individuals, an Education Department official said.
8 Candidates Lock Horns as California Governor’s Debate Focuses on High Cost of Living
Two Republicans and six Democrats scramble for the top two spots ahead of the state’s June 2 jungle primaries.
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CDC Warns More Measles Cases Expected in Coming Months
‘Additional measles cases are anticipated,’ the agency stated.
China a Tougher Foe Than the Soviet Union, Diplomats Told at Memorial to Communism’s Victims
The Chinese regime is ‘at war with God,’ former U.S. ambassador Sam Brownback said, urging Washington to confront Beijing as Reagan did Moscow.
Bessent, Rubio Speak With Chinese Officials About Trump–Xi Summit
Rubio and China’s diplomat also discussed the Iran war and Taiwan, according to a readout.
House Passes Funding Bill for DHS, Sending to Trump’s Desk
The bill goes to Trump’s desk and will end a shutdown that began on Feb. 14.
A Look at Trump’s Renovation Projects in Washington
From real estate to the presidency, he has built hotels, casinos, golf courses, and other places.
ATF Unveils Proposed Rule Changes Meant to Help Law Enforcement, Gun Owners
The 34 changes will be more amendments than the ATF has issued in the last 15 years combined.
Supreme Court Could Upend Lawsuits Over Monsanto’s Weedkiller
Herbicide, a controversial ingredient called glyphosate, cancer, and a major chemical company, are before the Supreme Court this week.
Former FBI Director Comey Released After Court Appearance on Trump Threat Charges
Former FBI Director James Comey was released on April 29 after his court appearance over an alleged threat he made against President Donald Trump.
DOJ Seeks Pretrial Detention of DC Shooting Suspect Cole Allen, Releases Hotel Photos
Before the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, Cole Allen took the photos of himself, according to a Justice Department memorandum.
Supreme Court Considers Trump’s Termination of Deportation Protections for Syrians, Haitians
The court’s decision could impact hundreds of thousands of people who have received temporary protected status.
Prediction Markets Face Scrutiny Over Alleged Insider Trading Scandals
Research shows an increase in popularity in prediction markets alongside a corresponding surge in sports betting since it became legal in 2018.
DC Shooting Puts Focus on Security Gaps
The latest assassination attempt will likely force Secret Service to revamp operations, experts said.
Former FBI Director James Comey Charged With Threatening to Kill or Harm President
Comey was also charged with a count related to threatening criminal conduct across state lines through online or other interstate communications.
