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US Offering $10 Million Reward for Capture of 2 Brothers Heading Sinaloa Cartel
The money is being offered under a reward program that has so far brought more than 75 foreign violators of U.S. narcotic laws to justice.
US Embassy in Israel Allows Personnel to Leave Country Amid Iran Tensions
The embassy issued a statement citing ’safety risks’ on Feb. 27, a day after U.S.–Iran negotiations concluded in Geneva, Switzerland.
Denver Mayor Signs Order to Ban Federal Immigration Agents From Using City Property
The order will require local police to document the actions of federal immigration agents through body-worn cameras, the mayor said.
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Justice Department Sues 5 More States for Refusing to Provide Voter Rolls
In total, the department has filed lawsuits against 29 states and the District of Columbia over voter roll access.
Republican Educator in Deep-Red Utah Raises Alarm About State’s Public Schools
Christina Boggess says first-hand experience on the Utah State Board of Education convinced her that public school reform is impossible.
Young Plaintiff Testifies in Landmark Trial to Determine If Social Media Tries to Addict Youths
The young woman known as K.G.M. gives a face to a generational mental health crisis that has accompanied the rise of social media.
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Federal Reserve Plans to Release Sweeping Bank‑Capital Rule by Late March: Top Regulator
The Basel III Endgame reproposal will feature changes to boost mortgage lending, the Fed’s top banking regulator said.
Third Victim Dies From Wounds Suffered in Rhode Island Ice Rink Attack, Police Say
Gerald Dorgan, who had been in critical condition, has died from his injuries, according to Pawtucket police.
Federal Judge Declines for 2nd Time to Block White House Ballroom Construction
The privately funded $400 million project is slated for completion in 2028.
3rd Round of US–Iran Talks End Without Breakthrough
The Iranian representative signaled Tehran’s readiness to enter another round of talks next week.
Hillary Clinton Says She Knew Nothing About Jeffrey Epstein’s Crimes
The former secretary of state was testifying to Congress on Feb. 26.
US Treasury to Allow Resale of Venezuelan Oil to Cuba to Ease Island’s Fuel Crunch
The new policy is designed to bolster humanitarian and commercial support for the Cuban people amid fuel shortages related to Maduro’s overthrow.
Tech Bosses to Meet at White House, Pledge Their Data Centers Won’t Boost Electricity Bills
President Donald Trump announced the Rate Payer Protection Pledge during his State of the Union address.
Appeals Court Allows ICE to Access Taxpayer Data
‘We find no merit in their arguments,’ the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit wrote about nonprofits arguing against the data sharing.
Trump Says Iran Developing Missiles That Could Hit US
The president made the statement during Tuesday night’s State of the Union speech to Congress.
Federal Judge Blocks Government’s Bid to Search Washington Post Reporter’s Devices
Federal authorities seized two laptops, a mobile phone, a portable hard drive, a recording device, and an exercise watch during the raid.
Trump Proposes New Retirement Account for US Workers Without 401(k) Access
The president announced that his administration would match Americans’ contributions by up to $1,000 each year.
Supreme Court Rules 5–4 That USPS Can’t Be Sued for Employees Intentionally Not Delivering Mail
A federal appeals court previously held non-delivery lawsuits against the USPS were not barred by federal law.
US Military Boards 3rd Sanctioned Oil Tanker on the Indian Ocean, Pentagon Announces
Officials said the tanker was tracked from the Caribbean Sea to the Indian Ocean.
