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Alabama Asks Supreme Court to Clear the Way for New Congressional Map
The state argues the high court’s recent ruling on race and redistricting required it to adjust its electoral map.
Americans Aboard Hantavirus-Hit Cruise Ship Will Quarantine in Nebraska, Says CDC
There are 17 Americans aboard the MV Hondius, which is expected to dock in Tenerife in Spain’s Canary Islands on May 10.
US Sanctions Individuals, Companies for Aiding Iran’s Military
The latest round of sanctions, some of which are on individuals and entities based in China, come days ahead of Trump’s visit to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
Wall Street Review: Stock Rally Broadens as S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit New Record Highs
Robust tech earnings and strong job gains lifted markets.
Bipartisan Legislation Announced to Ban Chinese Vehicles From American Roads
Congress is pushing to ban Chinese vehicles, warning these ‘rolling data collection devices’ threaten national security and American manufacturing.
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Alabama Passes Bill Authorizing New State Primary If Courts Allow Different Districts
The May 19 primary will still take place, but Gov. Ivey may call for a special election if a court rules in favor of the state’s ongoing redistricting case.
Texas to Check Whether School Districts Are Complying With Laws on Ten Commandments, Prayer Time
Attorney General Ken Paxton wants to ensure that donated copies of the commandments are being displayed, and that boards have voted on prayer time.
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Cole Allen Asks DOJ and US Attorney Pirro to Recuse Themselves From His Case
The suspect’s attorneys argue there is a conflict of interest, since Pirro and others were present when the attack took place.
US to Host New Israel–Lebanon Peace Talks
A U.S. State Department spokesman said a peace deal necessitates fully bolstering the Lebanese government’s authority and completely disarming Hezbollah.
Texas AG Launches Investigation Into Drone Company Over Alleged Ties to CCP
‘Under my watch, the Chinese Communist Party will have no influence in Texas,’ Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said.
Department of War Begins UFO Files Release
Long-discussed files including footage of Unidentified Flying Objects and flying discs, documented between June 1947 and July 1968, were released on Friday.
Chinese EV Makers Playing Long Game for US Market, Analysts Say
Shut out of the U.S. market, Chinese automakers are investing in Mexico, exploring Canada and designing EVs that match North American consumer preferences.
US Trade Court Strikes Down Trump’s 10 Percent Global Tariffs
The court found that the tariffs were not allowed under a 1974 trade law.
Trump Says Talks With Lula ‘Went Very Well,’ Tariffs Discussed
Cameras and reporters were not allowed in the Oval Office during the meeting between the two leaders.
US Authorities Seize More Than 3,400 Pounds of Cocaine in Marine Operations
The seizures come as U.S. forces intensify strikes against narco-trafficking vessels linked to designated terrorist organizations overseas.
4 Key Points From New White House Counterterror Strategy
The new strategy document lists cartels and violent left-wing groups, alongside Islamic extremists, as the three major terror threat categories.
DOJ Sues Colorado Over Firearm Magazine Ban
U.S. Department of Justice files second lawsuit over gun laws in Colorado, saying the bans violate the Second Amendment.
US Fighter Jet Fires On, Disables Tanker Approaching Iranian Port: CENTCOM
The Iranian-flagged crude oil tanker M/T Hasna was en route to an Iranian port despite a U.S. blockade that has been in place since April 13.
US Private Payrolls Rise by 109,000 in April, Beating Estimates
Private-sector employment gains were concentrated in education and health care services.
OpenAI Cofounder Greg Brockman Defends Company’s For-Profit Pivot—and His Own $30 Billion Payday
On the witness stand, Brockman offered an alternative to plaintiff Musk’s ‘bait and switch’ narrative.
