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FCC Undertaking ‘Largest Deregulatory Effort in the Agency’s History,’ Chairman Says
The agency has so far removed 1,108 rules and regulations under its initiative.
Trump Says He Has No Plans to Fire Fed Chair Powell
Trump has placed public pressure on Powell to lower interest rates more quickly, saying that not doing so harms the U.S. economy.
Unemployment Claims Drop Below 200,000 as Layoffs Stay Low
Recurring jobless claims also fall below 1.9 million, suggesting out-of-work people are finding jobs.
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EPA Moves to Limit State Authority in Reviewing Water Impacts of Major Developments
Under the proposed new approach, reviews would be confined to assessing direct pollutant discharges into waters under federal jurisdiction.
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.
Dr. Oz: States Spending Medicaid Funds on Illegal Immigrants ‘Worse Than We Thought’
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is withholding $300 million from California over alleged unlawful Medicaid spending.
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House Passes Appropriations Bills for State, Treasury Departments
The two-bill measure passed in a 341–79 vote after lawmakers rejected two amendments offered by conservative members.
Trump to Appoint New Board for Mediations in New York Rail Labor Dispute
About 300,000 passengers could be impacted daily if an agreement is not reached.
Justice Department Sues Minnesota Over Affirmative Action in State Government
The lawsuit alleged that Minnesota’s policies violate Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and requested an extraordinary three-judge panel to hear the case.
US, Denmark, Greenland to Form Working Group to Find Agreement on Island’s Future
Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosted the foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland in Washington on Jan. 14.
Trump Signs Bill Allowing Return of Whole Milk in Schools
The legislation complements the new ‘upside-down’ food pyramid unveiled by federal agencies last week.
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.
Lindsey Halligan Insists She Can Continue to Use US Attorney Title
The dispute over Lindsey Halligan’s appointment validity in Eastern Virginia continues.
DeSantis Highlights Florida’s Freedom in Final State of State Address
‘Americans prefer the warmth of Florida freedom to the frigidity of New York collectivism,’ the state’s governor said.
Former US Navy Sailor Sentenced to Nearly 17 Years in Prison for Selling Military Secrets to China
Wei Jinchao was convicted of selling information about American warship systems and the operations and maintenance of those systems by the U.S. Navy.
‘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.
