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States Sue HHS to Keep Federal Dollars for Transgender Procedures for Minors
The HHS has deemed transgender procedures to be neither safe nor effective as a treatment for children with gender dysphoria.
US Consumers Grow More Optimistic About Future Finances, Recession Fears Retreat
Consumers remained cautious on big-ticket spending, but expectations for household finances reached their most positive level in nearly a year.
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How ‘Minnesota Nice,’ Progressive Policies, Paved Way for Somali Fraud
It’s not just the money, says a prosecutor and native Minnesotan. Others agree the ripple effects of massive fraud run deep and are just beginning to manifest.
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Federal Judge Bars Trump Administration’s Funding Cuts to Sanctuary States
The ruling restored more than $233 million in grants to 11 states and the District of Columbia.
Federal Court Rules in Favor of Professor Who Satirized School’s DEI Stance
Judges overruled a lower court decision that said the University of Washington’s actions against the plaintiff didn’t constitute viewpoint discrimination.
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ACLU of Missouri Suing to Halt Use of State’s New Congressional Map
The lawsuit also seeks a referendum on the issue at the next November election.
350 Louisiana National Guard Members Deploying to Assist Law Enforcement Efforts
A Pentagon spokesman said the deployment, supported by Louisiana’s governor, would help curb crime in New Orleans and other metropolitan areas.
House Oversight Committee Expands Investigation Into Minnesota Fraud
So far, the U.S. attorney for the District of Minnesota has brought felony charges against more than 90 people.
Treasury Targets Money Services Businesses in Crackdown on Cartel Money Flows
Money services businesses include non-bank financial providers such as currency exchanges, check-cashing firms, and money transmitters.
21 Democratic-Led States Sue Trump Admin Over CFPB Funding
The CFPB was established in 2011 under President Barack Obama in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis to oversee consumer financial protection.
Mercedes-Benz Reaches $150 Million Settlement With US States Over Diesel Emissions
The agreement ends nine years of litigation for the German carmaker over emissions software installed in its diesel vehicles.
After Charlie Kirk’s Death, a Record-Breaking AmericaFest
More than 30,000 people attended the event, which came just months after the assassination of Turning Point USA’s founder.
US Department of State Issues Travel Advisory Against 2 Middle Eastern Countries
Americans in Yemen have been targeted by Houthi terrorists ‘just because they are U.S. citizens,’ the department warned.
White House Economist Proposal Coming Soon on $2,000 Tariff Rebate Checks
A reduction in U.S. government debt and economic growth are the reasons for the checks, says the head of the National Economic Council.
Malicious Actors Impersonating Senior US Officials, FBI Warns
Criminals contact a target by impersonating a U.S. official and briefly engage in conversation on a topic the target is well-versed in.
US Restricts Visas of 2 Honduran Government Officials
The visa removal and block of the two government officials was authorized under the Immigration and Nationality Act.
Trump Plans to Discuss Potential Price Cuts With Health Insurers
The president said the meeting could take place ‘in Florida this coming week’ or at the White House in the first week of 2026.
