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5 Takeaways From Todd Blanche’s Nomination Hearing for Attorney General
Republicans focused on Blanche’s accomplishments while Democrats accused him of being too closely tied to his former legal client, President Donald Trump.
Minnesota and Canada Wildfires Spill Smoke Across Northeast
Major East Coast population centers are beset by heavy smoke.
EU Signs Pact with Ukraine on Joint Weapons Production
European and Ukrainian drone production is expected to begin joint production by the end of the year.
26 Employees Sue Meta, Allege Unfair AI Selection for Layoffs
The suit alleges Meta’s AI algorithms failed to account for protected leaves and disproportionately scored workers on leave.
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Key Takeaways From DNI Nominee Jay Clayton’s Confirmation Hearing
The Senate Intelligence Committee pressed the DNI nominee for answers on election integrity, top threats, and the Intelligence Community’s independence.
Kelsey Grammer Working on Project to Shore Up History Education That He Says Has Been Lacking
The Emmy Award-winning actor says brilliant founding fathers have not been recognized for the work they did in starting the United States of America.
Pools, Splash Pads May Help Spread Diarrhea Outbreak, Experts Warn
Contaminated water carries the parasite Cyclospora, which could cause an illness with violent symptoms that has spread to 34 states across the United States.
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Senators Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Counter China’s Repression on US Soil
‘With transnational repression on the rise, it is critical that we take strong action to investigate and prosecute bad actors,’ Sen. Adam Schiff said.
Trump Overturned DHS Pause of ICE Traffic Stops, White House Official Says
The president wrote on social media that he wants ICE to continue arresting people during traffic stops.
Experts Ruled Out Vaccines in Deaths of Twins, Prosecutors Say
The twins’ mother has been charged with murder.
DOJ Launches Global Trade Fraud Unit Targeting Tariff Evasion, Forced Labor
The mission of the global trade enforcement unit will be to prosecute criminal import, trade, and other fraud offenses that undermine American industries.
Wisconsin Panel Finds Elon Musk Likely Broke the Law With $1 Million Voter Checks
The bipartisan elections commission referred the complaints to the prosecutor, who has 40 days to decide whether to file charges.
House Passes Legislation to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent
The same bill was passed by the Senate in 2022, but failed to win House approval at the time.
CDC Issues Health Alert Over Diarrhea-Causing Parasite
Doctors and other health professionals should be aware of the jump in infections caused by a parasite called Cyclospora, officials say.
US Embassy in UAE Issues Security Alert to American Citizens Amid Iran War
The U.S. State Department on Monday abruptly canceled all consular appointments in the United Arab Emirates for three days.
US Small Business Optimism Rebounds but Inflation Concerns Jump to Near 2-Year High
High interest rates and modest economic growth are prompting small businesses to approach hiring and capital spending with ‘caution.’
Lifetime Cost of New US Gas-Fired Power Hits 15-Year High, Solar Costs Jump 18 Percent: Lazard
Tariffs, elevated borrowing costs, and supply chain pressures are raising construction costs across the U.S. power sector, Lazard said.
Iranian Missiles Strike Emirati Tankers in Strait of Hormuz, Killing 1
The Iranian attacks on commercial vessels have led to the resumption of hostilities with the United States and a surge in oil prices.
12 States Challenge Paramount’s $110 Billion Merger With Warner Bros.
California’s lawsuit claims that the transaction violates federal antitrust laws.
