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What to Know About Trump’s $1,776 ‘Warrior Dividend’ for Servicemembers
The White House says the payments will reach troops before Christmas.
US Military Strikes 2 Boats in Eastern Pacific, Killing 5 Narco-Terrorists
The Joint Task Force Southern Spear eliminated two boats linked to drug trafficking, according to the Department of War.
Wisconsin Judge Found Guilty of Obstruction for Aiding Illegal Immigrant to Evade ICE Agents
Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan was acquited of a second charge alleging she concealed a person from arrest.
US Halts Green Card Lottery Program After Brown University, MIT Shootings
The visa program was suspended at the direction of President Donald Trump, according to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Trump Taps Army Lt. Gen. Joshua Rudd to Lead NSA, Cyber Command
The deputy commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command would fill a post that has been vacant for eight months.
American Airlines Cancels Perks for Basic Economy Fliers, to Add 15 New Routes
The airline announced that starting Dec. 17, Basic Economy ticket holders are no longer eligible for AAdvantage miles or Loyalty Points.
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Safer Roads, More Work: Truckers Welcome Crackdown on Illegal Drivers
A series of fatal accidents in 2025 spurred calls for reforms and better scrutiny of non-resident foreign commercial driver license holders and applicants.
New York, Blue States Plan Big Spending Boost on English Instruction
Illegal immigration increased the K-12 student population by more than 20,000 students in the nation’s largest school district.
Official Cause of Death for Rob Reiner and Wife Revealed
Nick Reiner made his first court appearance on murder charges in the deaths of his parents.
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Florida Executes Man Claiming Intellectual Disability After Supreme Court Denies Reprieve
The state said tests showed Frank Athen Walls was of normal intelligence.
Federal Regulators Issue Order Requiring Large-Load Users Pay to Grow Grid
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission directs nation’s largest transmission operator to boost co-location capacity for data centers—and send them the bill.
Senate Approves Tranche of 97 Nominees Amid Continued Obstruction of Trump Picks
Though the nominees included are lower profile, their confirmations have been delayed by a broader power struggle between the White House and Senate Democrats.
Trump Gives Federal Workers 2 More Days Off: Dec. 24 and 26
With Christmas on a Thursday this year, federal workers will get a long weekend.
Musk’s Starlink Says It Lost Communication With One of Its Satellites
The company says it will coordinate with NASA and SpaceX, its owner, to track objects orbiting around the Earth.
House Passes Bill Criminalizing Transgender-Related Treatments for Minors
The bill states that exemptions may apply to individuals who medically require treatments.
Taxpayers’ Money Still Flowing to Indicted Fraud Suspect: Minnesota Lawmaker
The head of a fraud-fighting committee suggested that basic safeguards are still lacking at state agencies despite attempts to quell Minnesota’s fraud epidemic.
House Rejects Measures to Block Strikes on Venezuela, Drug Smuggling Boats
This comes one day after Trump ordered a blockade on sanctioned oil tankers going to and from Venezuela.
Transportation Secretary Unveils National Strategy for Automated Aircraft
Secretary Sean Duffy said this strategy will ’revolutionize' air travel and ensure America remains the global leader in aviation.
Senate Passes Aviation Safety Bill Aiming to Prevent Further Midair Collisions
The legislation passed by unanimous consent, bypassing a formal vote with no senators standing to oppose it.
Iowa Sues Roblox Alleging Sexual Exploitation of Children
Up to two-thirds of U.S. children aged 9 to 12 are estimated to have Roblox accounts.
FAA Urges Airlines to Remain Cautious in Venezuela Airspace Amid ‘Worsening Security Situation’
The aviation regulator warned that unspecified threats could pose a potential risk to aircraft at all altitudes.
Maryland Legislature Overrides Governor’s Veto of Reparations Commission
The commission would consider giving slaves’ descendants monetary compensation, down payment assistance, debt forgiveness, and higher education aid.
