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Trump Delays Tariff Hike on Furniture, Cabinets by 1 Year
The delay postpones a scheduled increase from 25 percent to higher rates on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets, and vanities, originally set for Jan. 1.
Cities Around the World Ring in 2026 With Fireworks, Celebrations
In many parts of the world, the calendar has already turned over to 2026, while the western hemisphere is still counting down to New Year’s Day.
Here’s What Farmers Can Expect to Receive in Payments From Trump’s Aid Package
The president unveiled the $12 billion package this month to ease the strain on farmers stemming from the U.S.-China trade war.
Trump Orders Colorado Coal-Fired Power Station to Stay Open
The last-minute order means stable and reliable energy and jobs for the local community, officials said.
Whooping Cough Cases Rise Nationwide, Hit 15-Year High in Arkansas
Cases of the respiratory illness continue to surge across the United States, with 13 deaths reported this year.
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Oregon Expands Online Voter Registration, Allowing Sign-Ups Without Driver’s License or State ID
Supporters say the move expands ballot access without compromising election security, while critics warn it could increase fraud and erode trust.
DOJ Sues Virginia Over In-State College Tuition for Illegal Immigrants
The case adds to lawsuits the Trump administration has brought against states that offer aid to illegal immigrants but not out-of-state U.S. citizens.
California Delays Revoking 17,000 CDLs Until March After Immigrants Sue
The state stands to lose another $160 million in federal transportation funds by missing a January deadline to revoke the commercial driver’s licenses.
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National Park Service Terminates Leases on Public DC Golf Courses
The nonprofit that operates them says the three courses will remain open for the time being.
Forced Retirement Looms for Air Force General Who Pushed Back on COVID-19 Mandates
Air Force officials overturned a board recommendation to provide a fighter pilot, general, and veteran of 31 years the chance to earn a second star.
Border Patrol’s Chicago Operation Expected to Go on ‘For Years,' Official Says
Operation Midway Blitz has yielded thousands of immigration-related arrests, officials said.
SNAP Bans on Soda, Candy in 5 States to Begin on Jan. 1
The new restrictions are designed to promote healthier choices in federal food aid.
Democrat Wins Iowa State Senate Special Election, Blocking GOP From Reclaiming Supermajority
Democrat Renee Hardman’s victory prevents state Senate Republicans from reclaiming a supermajority they lost in August.
Homeland Security Looks to Fast-Track Demolition of Vacant Historic Buildings in DC
The St. Elizabeths West Campus is where DHS is headquartered. The department said the buildings need to be torn down for security reasons.
Texas Man Charged With Attempting to Provide Bomb Components, Funding to ISIS
Over the past year, there have been at least 11 plots or attacks against U.S. targets that were inspired by ISIS, the U.S. Central Command said.
Trump Admin Agrees to Review Stalled NIH Grants in DEI Legal Battle
The grant application process was halted under a policy targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Trump Admin Launches $50 Billion Rural Health Transformation Program
Authorized under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the initiative aims to undo decades of declining rural health outcomes without rolling out new infrastructure.
Judge Orders Charlie Kirk Murder Suspect Tyler Robinson Hearing Be Made Public
Utah Judge Tony Graf said in a hearing that an Oct. 24 transcript would be released with some redactions by the end of Dec. 29.
Trump to Meet Netanyahu for Talks on Gaza and Regional Security
The meeting follows months of intensive diplomacy in preparation for the next phase of the Gaza cease-fire.
Trump Says US, Ukraine ‘A Lot Closer’ to Peace Plan Agreement After Meeting With Zelenskyy
Lingering territorial disputes—particularly around the heavily Russian-occupied Donbas region—still have to be resolved.
Winter Weather Cancels Over 1,000 Flights Across US
Airports in the New York City area reported over four inches of snow, according to the National Weather Service.
