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A Dozen States Sue Trump Admin Over Gender Policy Conditions on Federal Grants
The states argued that the Department of Health and Human Services lacks authority to rewrite federal statute by executive order.
Constraining Mega-Landlords Would Help Some Buyers, Won’t Solve Housing Woes: Industry Insiders
Investors flocked to the market during the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in prospective homebuyers complaining about boosted prices.
Key Primary Races to Watch in 2026
In races from California to Texas to Maine, high-profile candidates are vying for House, Senate, and gubernatorial nominations.
The Plot to Overthrow George Washington
The ‘Conway Cabal’ was an underhanded attempt to discredit and disempower the man who became the first president of the United States.
In Some Minnesota Schools, the Focus Is Reading, Writing, and Resistance
The recent ICE protests coincide with the state’s strong push for more left-leaning ideology in schools.
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US Gives Go-Ahead for Nvidia’s H200 Chip Sales to China
Regulations say China cannot receive more than half of the quantity of chips sold to U.S. consumers.
Supreme Court Seems Inclined to Uphold State Bans on Boys in Girls’ Sports
The laws at issue in Idaho and West Virginia prevent male athletes from playing on females’ school sports teams.
Protesters Who Celebrated Maduro’s Capture Set to Sue Beijing, LA Chinese Consulate Over Attack
The attack happened on Jan. 4, when a Chinese Consulate guard pepper-sprayed several peaceful protesters.
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Negative Immigration Rates Estimated for 2025, Expected to Continue in 2026
Authors of a Brookings Institute report released on Jan. 13 expect a drop in immigration to impact the US economy, but Rep. Maria Salazar says she has a plan.
5 Takeaways from Supreme Court Arguments on Girls’ Sports
The justices seemed inclined to back two state bans on boys’ participation in girls’ sports.
Boeing Delivers 600 Aircraft in 2025, Highest in Seven Years
Boeing booked 1,173 net orders during 2025, exceeding Airbus’ total of 1,000.
DNC Launches Massive Voter Registration Effort Ahead of Midterms After GOP Makes Gains
The DNC said its new ‘When We Count’ program will train youth to register voters ahead of the 2026 election.
Trump Says Minnesota Officials Will Face ‘Day of Reckoning’ Amid Protests
Minneapolis has faced protests and riots after an ICE agent fatally shot a woman last week.
‘Dilbert’ Creator Scott Adams Dies After Prostate Cancer Battle
The ‘Dilbert’ creator’s death was revealed by his former wife on his show on Tuesday.
Supreme Court Seems Inclined to Uphold State Bans on Boys in Girls’ Sports
The high court will review whether state bans on males in female sports violated the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment.
Civil Trial in Teen Gender Surgery Lawsuit Kicks Off
The plaintiffs argue that the surgery was done without enough consideration of other mental issues.
DHS Launches New Office for Drone and Counter-Drone Technologies Ahead of World Cup
The new office is focused on strengthening national security amid growing threats from malicious drone use.
Trump Says Countries Doing Business With Iran Will Pay 25 Percent Tariff
A day earlier, the president said Iranian officials reached out to the White House about a potential nuclear deal.
Judge Blocks Parts of Trump’s Election Order on Citizenship Proof, Ballot Deadline Rules
The ruling blocks enforcement of Trump’s election executive order in Washington state and Oregon, citing constitutional limits on presidential authority.
Trump Provides Update on When $2,000 Tariff Payments Could Come
The president also says he doesn’t need Congress to pass enabling legislation.
Supreme Court Throws Out Limit on Federal Prisoner Appeals
A federal appeals court previously said Michael S. Bowe’s appeal was barred, but in 2022, the Supreme Court allowed such appeals, so he reapplied.
Musk Says X’s New Algorithm Will Be Open Source in 6 Days
The announcement follows probes by multiple regulatory authorities in Europe.
