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Democrat Wins Texas Special Election, Eroding GOP’s Slim House Majority
The seat had been vacant since March 2025.
How Easy Is it to Open a Daycare in Minnesota?
Aspiring child care providers can apply for a license for a small fee in the Twin Cities even though the Trump administration froze federal funds to Minnesota.
US Envoy Arrives in Venezuela to Resume Diplomatic Mission After 7-Year Interruption
The U.S. envoy’s visit comes nearly a month after Trump ordered a military operation to capture wanted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.
Florida Says Driver’s License Tests Will Be in English Only
‘This is a much needed step forward to protect Floridians,’ Florida’s chief financial officer wrote on social media.
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Blue Origin Pauses Space Tourism to Focus on the Moon
NASA had an agreement with SpaceX to provide the lunar lander. However, then-acting NASA administrator Sean Duffy reopened the mission to competition.
Education Department Proposes to Lower Higher Education Costs, Student Debt
A new student loan repayment plan seeks to ensure that loan balances of low-income borrowers do not increase despite them making payments.
California Assembly Advances Bill to Study Mileage-Based Road Fees
The bill extends research into funding as electric vehicles erode gas tax revenue, but critics warn of potential new burdens on drivers.
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FTC Issues Warning Letters to 42 Law Firms for DEI Hiring
Since assuming office, President Donald Trump has signed orders aimed at dismantling DEI policies.
A Thorough Expository of the Founding Fathers’ 1776 Creation
Matthew Spalding’s ‘The Making of the American Mind’ presents the founders’ beliefs that resulted in the Declaration of Independence.
Wall Street Review: Corporate Earnings Help Support Monthly Stock Gains
Major indexes closed the week mixed but were higher for the month.
Missouri Sues to Prevent Illegal Aliens From Being Counted in US Census
The lawsuit by the Missouri attorney general accuses the Commerce Department and Census Bureau of allowing illegal immigrants to compromise American elections.
Why the ‘Hype Phase’ of Wind and Solar Is Over
As federal subsidies dry up under the Trump administration, wind and solar energy must compete on cost and reliability, experts say.
Judge Rules Out Death Penalty in Federal Case Against Luigi Mangione
U.S. District Judge Margaret has allowed prosecutors to introduce at trial evidence seized from the backpack Mangione was wearing when he was arrested.
Trump’s Deal to Avert Government Shutdown Hits Snags as Senators Block Quick Vote
The delay came despite a bipartisan deal that split off Homeland Security funding to avert a shutdown ahead of a Jan. 30 deadline.
Trump Sues IRS, Treasury Department for $10 Billion Over Alleged Tax Return Leaks
President Donald Trump filed the lawsuit in his personal capacity, alongside his two eldest sons.
Trump Says ‘Record-Setting’ Tax Refunds Coming for Americans
Tax season started earlier this month and is set to end on April 15.
Trump Shares Video Showing Earlier Violent Confrontation Between Pretti and Federal Agents
The newly published video is from a Jan. 13 incident in which Alex Pretti, who was shot by federal agents in a later clash, behaves violently toward agents.
Federal Judge Blocks DHS Policy to Reconsider Legal Status for Minnesota Refugees
The ruling responds to a class action request to block implementation of the policy for Minnesota’s roughly 5,600 lawful refugees.
Democrats Unveil Proposal for DHS Changes as Funding Deadline Approaches
‘Our caucus is united, is unified over three main legislative objectives,’ Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said on Wednesday.
FBI Executes Search Warrant at Fulton County Elections Office
The raid comes after the DOJ filed suit last month to obtain 2020 voting records.
