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Trump Says He’s Considering ‘Winding Down’ Iran Operation
The president wrote on Truth Social that the United States is ’very close to meeting our military objectives.’
Explainer: Major Supreme Court Cases to Watch
Mail-in ballots, weedkiller, even how the president interprets the constitution. All of that is on the line in upcoming Supreme Court decisions.
Dovish or Hawkish? Fed’s Waller, Bowman Debate Next Steps for Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve’s Christopher Waller and Michelle Bowman thought rate cuts were possible this year—the markets disagreed.
New EV Sales Slide in February, but High Fuel Prices May Shift Consumer Sentiment: Report
Sales of used electric vehicles rose sharply in February, according to Cox Automotive.
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Future of CDC Vaccine Panel Uncertain as Members Say HHS May Replace Advisers
A judge recently ruled the health secretary did not follow proper procedure in appointing the advisers.
US Treasury to Partner With Education Department to Collect Student Loan Debt
The student loan portfolio stands at nearly $1.7 trillion with almost 25 percent of borrowers in default.
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Senate Passes Bill Removing Preferential Airport Screening for Lawmakers
On the Senate floor, Sen. John Cornyn argued that the current system was unfair, particularly as travelers face longer lines and delays.
White House Unveils National AI Legislative Framework
The framework calls for uniform federal rules instead of state-by-state regulations.
Fed Moves to Ease Capital Rules for Banks
The move could free up billions for lending, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell says post-crisis banking rules may now be due for ’recalibration.’
Battle to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Begins With US Air Strikes, Allies Deploying Apaches
U.S. jets and allied Apaches have begun targeting Iranian vessels and drones in the Strait of Hormuz as coalition efforts intensify to restore maritime flow.
24 States Sue EPA Over Repeal of Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding
The coalition seeks to restore the finding and the federal authority to regulate emissions.
Trump Says He’s ‘Not Putting Troops Anywhere’ Amid Iran War
The president made the comments during a visit by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to the White House for discussions regarding the war in Iran.
Senator Calls on Federal Health Authorities to Review China’s Role in US Drug Trials
Sen. Rick Scott flags Bioheng, a China-based company conducting clinical trials in the United States.
US Exempts 4 Drone Models From Import Ban
The FCC granted conditional approvals to select systems deemed low risk while restrictions on Chinese manufacturers remain in force.
Trump Meets With Gold Star Families for Dignified Transfer
Administration officials honored the lives of six Air Force members killed when their refueling aircraft crashed over western Iraq on March 12.
Key Takeaways From DHS Nominee Markwayne Mullin’s Confirmation Hearing
The U.S. senator from Oklahoma indicated that he would try to partner with local officials and law enforcement to carry out immigration enforcement.
SEC Issues Long-Awaited Crypto Guidance, Says Most Tokens Not Securities
Officials said the new guidelines will help companies and investors navigate crypto markets by defining clear regulatory boundaries for digital assets.
Some US Airports Face Possible Closure If Government Shutdown Prolongs: TSA Official
The official said the partial government shutdown has placed financial strain on TSA workers living paycheck to paycheck.
FTC Distributes More Than $10.9 Million in Refunds to Victims of Credit Repair Pyramid Scheme
The federal agency will send checks to almost 443,000 consumers defrauded by a company and its related operations.
