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Supreme Court Set to Consider Trump’s Power to Remove High-Level Bureaucrats
The case could lead the justices to overturn a 90-year-old precedent on separation of powers.
Cancerous Organs, Silenced Whistleblowers: Witnesses Describe a Broken Organ Transplant Chain
Family and whistleblowers say abuses in organ procurement system have led to tragedies.
21 States Are at Risk of Losing SNAP Funding Amid Fraud Investigation—What to Know
The dispute pits federal officials against 21 states that haven’t turned over data about how SNAP benefits are used.
Living Close for Comfort in Alaska’s ‘Town Under One Roof’
Most of Whittier’s 270 residents live together in the same apartment building, redefining community.
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Trump’s New National Security Strategy: Key Takeaways
The strategy outlines a more selective American role abroad, elevating domestic resilience and regional dominance over decades of expansive global commitments.
House Republicans to Pass Bills Aimed at Blocking CCP Influence in K–12 Schools
‘The Chinese Communist Party’s attempts to interfere with our curriculum and students is a ... threat to our national security,’ Rep. Dave Joyce (R-Ohio) said.
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Oversight Committee Probes Alleged Cover-Up of Massive Minnesota Welfare Fraud
Records are being sought from Gov. Tim Walz and the state’s attorney general, Keith Ellison, over potentially billions of stolen taxpayer dollars.
Wall Street Review: Stocks Hover Near Records Ahead of Fed Meeting
Cooling labor data, easing inflation, and firmer consumer sentiment boosted expectations for further Federal Reserve rate cuts next week.
Indiana House Passes New Congressional Map Favoring Republicans
The state House passed the bill by a vote of 57–41. It will now go to the Indiana Senate, where it’s uncertain if the bill will pass.
RFK Jr.’s Panel Recommends Delaying First Vaccine Given to Many Children
The split vote means the vaccine schedule may be altered again soon.
What to Know About Efforts to Ban Congressional Stock Trading
Several bills have been introduced, though none with leadership support.
DOJ Announces Jan. 6 Pipe Bomber Suspect in Custody: What to Know
The arrest of suspect Brian Cole Jr. of Woodbridge, Va., is the first sign of movement in the case in years.
Billboards Promote ‘Illegal Orders’ Message as Pentagon Official Warns of Deadly Outcomes
A Republican member of the House Armed Services Committee urges service members, ‘Don’t fall for it.’
CDC Advisers Delay Vote on Changing Hepatitis B Vaccine Recommendations
Some members said they were concerned about a last-minute change to the voting language.
Economic Confidence Slips to 17-Month Low, Holiday Spending Plans Weaken
A Gallup survey found households more pessimistic about the economy and sharply scaling back holiday spending plans.
Federal Judge Approves Refunds for Jan. 6 Couple Pardoned by Trump
‘Having viewed the question afresh, the court now agrees with the defendants,’ U.S. District Judge James Boasberg said.
State Department to Require Social Media Review for H-1B Visa Applicants
Student visa and exchange visitor applicants are already being subject to an online presence review.
Supreme Court Weighs Street Preacher’s Claim
The preacher tried to challenge a law that forced protestors to demonstrate in a designated area, but his case was dismissed.
Trump Pardons Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar
The U.S. congressman and his wife faced up to 20 years behind bars had they been convicted of bribery, unlawful foreign influence, and money laundering.
