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Congress Unveils $1.2 Trillion Bipartisan Funding Package
The bill will fund much of the U.S. government until Sept. 30. It’s the first permanent spending bill, with funding for new programs, since 2024.
Greenland ‘Essential’ to US Golden Dome Missile Defense, Bessent Says
‘The president is worried that if there were an incursion into Greenland, the U.S. would be called upon to defend Greenland,’ the Treasury secretary said.
Trump Says He Had ‘Very Good’ Greenland Call With NATO Leader
“It’s going to be a very interesting Davos,” the U.S. president said before flying to Switzerland, where he will meet leaders opposed to his Arctic ambitions.
Bipartisan Health Funding Deal Earmarks $418 Million for Rural Health
The agreement struck with members of both parties in both houses of Congress would provide more than $116 billion in funding for U.S. health care.
Frontieras to Open West Virginia Plant to Turn Coal Into Fuel, Fertilizer
The company projects the plant to process 2.7 million tons of coal a year—about 0.5 percent of U.S. production.
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Trump-Backed Rep. Letlow Launches Primary Bid Against Sen. Cassidy
Letlow’s primary challenge came after Trump pre-emptively endorsed her.
Trump Admin Pauses Tax Refund Seizures, Wage Garnishments for Defaulted Student Loans
Education officials said the suspension is meant to allow more time to implement student loan payment reforms.
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Trump Is Heading to Davos: What to Know
As in prior years, he is expected to deliver a speech promoting his economic agenda and encouraging business leaders to invest in the United States.
30 Ways Trump Impacted the US, World in First Year
From economic growth to border security and peace deals, a look at Trump’s actions in year one of his second term.
More Than 10,000 Illegal Immigrants Arrested in Minnesota: Noem
The arrests began on Dec. 1 as part of Operation Metro Surge, launched to apprehend illegal immigrants for removal from the country.
It’s ‘Very Unlikely’ Supreme Court Will Overturn Trump’s Tariffs, Bessent Says
Administration officials have warned that a ruling against the tariffs could create economic chaos.
Why People Feel the Economy Is Bad, When Data Show Improvement
The data don’t capture the pain experienced by a large segment of society, experts say.
IRS Announces $1,776 ‘Warrior Dividend’ for Troops Is Tax-Free
The dividend was announced last month by President Donald Trump, who said it would be sent to 1.45 million service members before Christmas 2025.
Abigail Spanberger Sworn In as Virginia’s First Female Governor
Spanberger won 57 percent of the vote in the Nov. 4 election, while Republican Winsome Earle-Sears received 42 percent.
Trump Warns Iran Against Targeting US Bases
The U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia urged Americans in the region to take additional precautions and avoid non-essential travel to U.S. military installations.
Trump Says He Left Maduro Regime in Place to Avoid Repeat of Iraq
The U.S. president warned that a power vacuum could create more problems, pointing to historical examples as a cautionary tale.
NASA to Roll Out Artemis Moon Rocket Ahead of Historic Launch
The Space Launch System could carry its first astronaut crew into space as early as Feb. 6.
Kazakhstan Arrests Human Rights Activists After Pressure From Beijing
Rights groups say 19 Kazakh activists face up to 10 years in prison over demonstrations against Beijing in Almaty.
