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Supreme Court Allows New California Congressional Map That Favors Democrats
The ruling comes after the court in December upheld a new Texas congressional map that benefits Republicans.
Foreign National Arrested in Illegal Las Vegas Biolab Faces Felony Gun Charge
Authorities reported finding several firearms and passports during a raid on a house in a residential neighborhood on Jan. 31.
3 US Warships Dispatched to Haiti as Part of Campaign Against Drug Traffickers
The U.S. embassy said the deployment shows Washington’s ‘unwavering commitment to Haiti’s security, stability, and brighter future.’
House and Senate Democrats ‘United’ on Dramatic ICE Reform as 2-Week Funding Window Begins
Democrats said they are ready to negotiate, but warned that Republicans should not expect votes for DHS funding without major changes to ICE.
Pizza Hut to Close Nearly 250 Stores During First Half of 2026
The pizza chain’s same‑store sales and operating profit both recorded year-over-year declines in the fourth quarter of 2025.
DNC Targets 2020 Voters Who Skipped 2024 With New Outreach Push
Democrats say the effort will focus on voters who backed the party in 2020 but skipped 2024, while Republicans call it a ‘gimmick.’
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Illinois Joining WHO Global Outbreak Network Despite Federal Withdrawal
Illinois is the second state, after California, to go against the federal government’s withdrawal from the World Health Organization.
Some States Eyeing More Extensive Anti-DEI Measures in Higher Education
In Arizona, the Freedom from Indoctrination Act is expected to go to a public referendum, the Goldwater Institute said.
Newsom: Track Laying to Begin in California’s High-Speed Rail Project
The governor made the announcement after a major facility was completed and the state dropped a lawsuit challenging a $4 billion federal grant cancellation.
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Washington Post Axes Sports Department in Sweeping Layoffs
The paper has ‘grappled with financial challenges,’ its executive editor said.
Homan Announces Drawdown of 700 Federal Agents in Minnesota
‘This is smarter enforcement, not less,’ the border czar said.
Arizona Sheriff Aware of ‘Unverified Ransom Note’ Report in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance
Entertainment media outlet TMZ said it received a note on Tuesday with specific details and dollar demands.
Deputy AG Suggests Organized Group Is Behind Minneapolis Protests
Todd Blanche says in a new interview that it’s not a ‘coincidence that these massive numbers of protesters and rioters’ showed up at the same time.
Gabbard Defends Presence at Fulton County Election Warrant Execution
Gabbard said that to preserve the integrity of American elections, officials must determine whether there has been malign interference.
Haitian Residents of Springfield Get Reprieve on Protected Status, but Tensions Linger
Their status was set to expire Feb. 3, but a judge intervened. Springfield residents are divided on whether the Haitians should stay.
Judge Issues 2nd Order Blocking Ban on Lawmakers’ Surprise Visits to Immigration Detention Facilities
DHS said it created the restrictive policy because some lawmakers had caused disruptions at ICE facilities.
US, India to Slash Tariffs Under New Trade Deal, Trump Says
The deal will result in India charging a zero percent levy on American goods entering the country, according to the president.
Trump Says UN Still Has Tremendous Potential, as Organization Struggles Financially
Trump told Politico, ‘The U.N. is not leaving New York, and it’s not leaving the United States, because the U.N. has tremendous potential.’
Mamdani NYC Housing Plan Has Insiders Curious, Skeptical
The mayor doesn’t have direct authority to freeze rents city-wide.
New Arizona Port of Entry Highlights Major Border Security Construction Projects
Officials say that when complete, the new Douglas Commercial Land Port of Entry in southern Arizona will improve border security and traffic flow.
NASA Still Training Astronaut Candidates for International Space Station
The 24th class of astronaut candidates will graduate in 2027. The space station is set to be retired in 2030.
